The Rugby World Cup might be a week away, but only ever so slightly closer to home, a new domestic season will also be kicking off - and there is a sense of optimism within the walls of Bath.

Bath's spirit and belief to secure Champions Cup rugby might be an indication that Johan van Graan's side are beginning to head in the right direction again.

Having taken an unconventional route to professional club rugby with Bath, Michael Etete spoke to TRU’s Joe Harvey about how his formative years in BUCS Super Rugby and National League Rugby helped him reach the Gallagher Premiership.

Ahead of the challenge of Northampton Saints at The Recreation Ground this weekend, Bath Ruby’s Josh Bayliss spoke about his team’s early season form and why staying the course will lead to success for Johann van Graan’s team.

Ahead of the start of the new Premiership Rugby season, returning Bath Rugby lock, Dave Attwood, spoke about walking into a new Farleigh House, a promising group of young players and why Ed Griffiths’ involvement opened him up to a return.

Following a summer of change at Bath Rugby, TRU sent Joe Harvey to Farleigh House to meet new coaches Johann van Graan and JP Ferreira.