As the Champions Cup returns, Mark Ashcroft considers the changing fortunes of French rugby on the road, the Willis brothers, Pau’s remarkable start to the season and the growing Iberian influence in the Top 14.
Montauban stun unbeaten Brive, Oyonnax run riot and Provence keep winning as France’s Pro D2 heats up after six thrilling rounds.
After reaching last season’s Challenge Cup semi-finals, what positives can Dragons take into this year's European campaign following the opening rounds of the URC? Plus, Iestyn Rhys-Thomas reflects on a good week for Ospreys and Scarlets.
Loughborough have the crown, Hartpury have the dynasty, and there is a new kid on the block. Adam Gaston previews the teams and key storylines ahead of the new Women's BUCS Super Rugby season.
Camborne delivered the weekend’s most emphatic result in National One, winning 59-26 at Cambridge, while Plymouth Albion maintained their perfect start with a 31-21 victory away to Sale FC.
Over 1,100 tries were scored in a breathless September as the National League Rugby season got off to a flying start. Now, Round Five awaits.
As the curtain comes down on the first month of the season, 100 per cent starts go under the spotlight.
Former England and Harlequins full-back set to leave his current role with National Two East side Esher after accepting a full-time position as Director of Rugby at Loughborough University.
Sedgley Park, Hull Ionians and Preston Grasshoppers maintained their unbeaten starts as TRU's six focus clubs went head-to-head.
National League Rugby rolls into Round Three and, the first signs of how the season may unfold are beginning to emerge.
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When you read National League Rugby content on the TRU website or across our social media channels, it is worth remembering that this is a level of the game our team knows intimately.
Mark Ashcroft reflects on National League Rugby’s Local Rivalries round, from Fylde v Preston to packed grounds, young fans and thriving club communities.
With National One and National Two once again representing the highest levels of English domestic rugby available to fans this weekend, expect high-quality action.
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