Talks remain ongoing around the restart of the National Leagues
In a week when the finale of the delayed Six Nations puts rugby firmly back in the spotlight, NCA clubs are understandably still concerned about how the game may be restarted at levels 3 and 4. (Photo Credit: Steve Karpa)
Latest statement on plans for 2020/21 National League season
At the NCA executive meeting on Monday evening, there was a wish for a further update to be issued regarding the likelihood of the restart of play.
Premiership finalists Wasps praise National Leagues for development of players
Talking Rugby Union and ncarugby.com’s Joe Harvey heard from the Wasps Academy after a number of recent graduates with National League experience have propelled the club to the showpiece event at Twickenham.
Media Watch: Sale Sharks star Josh Beaumont joins volunteers at Fylde
Sale Sharks lock Josh Beaumont has linked up with National Two North outfit Fylde, where he will be volunteering his services for the commercial side of the club.
NCA Chairman John Inverdale provides update on proposals for new season
As part of the NCA’s ongoing work regarding the resumption of competitive rugby, National League Chairman John Inverdale would like to update our clubs following recent media speculation.
International rugby returns this weekend with a National League flavour
With the rescheduled Six Nations and Autumn Nations Cup just around the corner, you can actually get your first fix of international rugby this weekend and it will be of interest to followers of the National Leagues. (Photo Credit: Simon Cooper)
2020/21 National League season delayed until January
The 2020/21 National League season will not start before January following the latest announcement from the Rugby Football Union.
RFU CEO Bill Sweeney: “Our community rugby clubs are under threat”
Fans may not to be able to return to watch live sport in England until the end of March at the earliest and RFU CEO Bill Sweeney has stated this could have “severe consequences for Rugby Union at all levels.”
“Everyone is now in a difficult situation” – Rotherham Titans Commercial Director John Whaling
“It is just another blow because all of us are really struggling at the moment.” (Photo Credit: Gareth Siddons)
Exclusive: RFU Development Director Steve Grainger provides update on National Leagues
RFU Development Director Steve Grainger has said the return of National League rugby effectively relies on two key elements; the prevalence of Covid in the community and if Government changes its policies.