Jimmy Halliwell Interview: ‘It has probably been my best season so far – I have probably learnt the most in National Two’
After playing an integral part in Dings Crusaders earning promotion in 2023/24, the England Under-20s prop is full of praise for his time in National Two West ahead of the World U20 Championship final. (Photo Credit: Thinus Martiz/World Rugby)
Luke Arscott Exclusive: It is surreal to find ourselves here – It is probably one of the biggest games in the club’s history
After a mixed start to the season, Arscott – along with Director of Rugby Stean Williams – have led Dings Crusaders to brink of National One and the National Two West table-toppers can clinch promotion in Round 25. (Photo Credit: Baz Johnson)
George Makepeace-Cubitt Exclusive: ‘You don’t expect it when you’re not linked with a Premiership team’
Rams RFC’s Makepeace-Cubitt is the only player in England’s Under-20s squad not connected to a Premiership club and following a challenging nine months, the National One star is now hoping to guide his country to Six Nations glory. (Photo Credit: RFU Collection via JMP)
A visit to Sale Sharks where National League Rugby has played – and continues to play – its part
The obvious links with Sale FC – as well as solid relationships with many of the leading clubs in the North-West – provide regular opportunities for Sharks’ younger players to develop and grow as individuals.
Jacob Oliver Interview: ‘Especially playing in the front-row, I need minutes – Tynedale have allowed me to do that’
The fingerprints of National League Rugby are prominent across England’s U20s Six Nations squad and on loan Newcastle hooker Jacob Oliver is one of many who are seeing levels three and four as a crucial part of their pathway. (Photo Credit: John and Barbara Austin)
Jake Armstrong Exclusive: I got to a point where I had lost the love for the game – but Wharfedale has helped me recapture that
Stepping down to National Two North and returning to the Yorkshire Dales is proving to be an ideal match for the former Bristol Bears prop. (Photo Credit: John and Ro Burridge)
Josh Matavesi Interview: ‘Signing for Camborne has led to this massive excitement factor in my belly’
Despite the option to stay in Japan or possibly come back to the Premiership, the former Fiji international has returned home and will be plying his trade in the National Leagues. Photo Credit: (Camborne Rugby Club)
Huddersfield RUFC hoping to raise awareness for MND with 144-mile cycle challenge
Huddersfield Director of Rugby Gareth Lewis will attempt to complete a 144-mile bike ride in two days to raise awareness and funds for the Darby Rimmer Foundation after the father of two of his players was diagnosed with motor neurone disease.
Nick Easter Interview: “My role is to give them direction and motivation moving forward”
Despite being in the job for nearly three weeks, Chinnor’s new Director of Rugby will have to wait until the New Year for his opening game but the hard work has already begun for the ex-England international. (Photo Credit: David Howlett)
Ollie Wynn Exclusive: “Playing for Chester, it makes me realise why I am in the sport”
The 20-year-old scrum-half had his contract cancelled at Worcester Warriors when the club entered administration but now he is back enjoying his rugby again in National Two North. (Photo Credit: John and Barbara Austin)