The third tier of English rugby is one of the most competitive divisions in the country. With the NCA Rugby league only offering one promotion place, the race for a spot in the GreeneKing IPA Championship is always an important one and with some of the players in his league having professional experience under their belts, there is no shortage of quality.
Round Seven in the National Leagues is upon us and as ever, there are some exciting fixtures taking place up and down the country.
Old Elthamians and Sale FC secured standout results in National One as the duo defeated Birmingham Moseley and Blackheath, respectively, in Round Six.
It is still early days in the National One season, but two of the current bottom three clubs clash in Round Six and both will be keen to spark their respective campaigns into life.
Richmond kept up their winning start to the National One season as they defeated Rams RFC in an early top of the table battle.
The first weekend of October sees the top two sides in National One meet in the capital as Richmond face Rams RFC.
Richmond and Rams RFC are now the top two in National One as they ended September with four wins out of four.
Johnny Leota reflects on Samoa’s win over Russia + previews their clash with Scotland.
Cinderford head into Round Four of the National One season with their winning start still intact and they will be hoping it remains that way after this weekend.
Rosslyn Park delivered another excellent performance to secure their third win of the season and move to the summit of National One.
Newly promoted Rams RFC are enjoying their maiden outing in National One as Seb Reynolds’ side defeated Birmingham Moseley in Round Two.
We may only be two weeks into the brand new National One season, but this Saturday has served up some intriguing fixtures which could already set the tone for teams aiming for top spot.
Birmingham Moseley began the new National One campaign in sensational fashion after a blistering opening day victory over newly-promoted Hull Ionians.
Four years ago, Matt Heaton was consigned to being a spectator at the World Cup.
The new National One season gets underway this weekend and after an enthralling 2018/19 campaign, can we expect more of the same this year?
Following a summer of fighting for their place in the Championship, Richmond are now preparing for life in National One.
Jamaica coach and Chinnor’s Ricky Khan spoke to Joe Harvey about his Olympic aim and National One ambitions.
After competing in the Olympic qualifier last weekend, Joe Harvey caught up with Cambridge Director of Rugby Richie Williams and Sale FC’s Matt Bradley to discuss their experience with Hungary.
Just over a week ago, Talking Rugby Union brought you the story of the England Universities sides that fought valiantly in the Nottinghamshire sunshine at the RFU National Finals.
This weekend will see Cambridge Director of Rugby Richie Williams take a break from his role in National One as the Welshman aims to lead Rugby Hungary to the Olympic Games.
Joe Harvey chats to former Rosslyn Park player and coach Scott Sneddon about his experience in the National League and life in Hong Kong.
The 2018/19 National One season concluded at the end of April and what a brilliant campaign it was. TRU have selected their team of the year from the third tier.
Rus Tuima has revealed his time spent at Plymouth Albion in National One has helped his development this season as the Number 8 prepares for the U20 World Championship with England.
Ampthill and District, Hull Ionians and Rams RFC were crowned champions of their respective leagues last month but attention has already turned to the start of the 2019/20 season after the National League fixtures were announced.
After one of the best promotion races in years, Ampthill and District came out on top to win the 2018-19 National One title and a place in the Championship.
Birmingham Moseley scored a late try to avoid relegation from National One as they beat rivals Caldy and their victory also ensured Cambridge’s survival in the division.
There will be no shortage of drama on the final day of the National One season as both the race for the title and the fight for survival takes centre stage on Saturday afternoon.
In his first column for Talking Rugby Union, Sale Sharks’ Johnny Leota discusses his season in the third tier, the importance of the National Leagues, preparing for life after the game and his blog; Rugby Yarns.
Caldy strengthened their survival hopes in National One with a brilliant bonus-point win over Rosslyn Park.
Cambridge or Birmingham Moseley could take a significant step towards National One safety when the sides meet in Round 29.
Caldy and Loughborough Students have enhanced their chances of staying in National One as both sides secured vital victories in Round 28.
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Loughborough Students and Esher are targeting a potentially crucial win when the sides meet in National One on Saturday afternoon.
Ampthill and District maintained their position on top of National One as the leaders came from behind to beat rivals Rosslyn Park.
The National Leagues enter Round 27 and there are two huge clashes at the summit of both National One and National Two North this weekend.
Birmingham Moseley fought back to win a terrific game against Esher at Billesley Common as the hosts moved further away from the relegation places.
Birmingham Moseley come into their crucial home fixture with Esher in Round 26 on the back of successive victories in National One.
Chris Johnson kicked five penalties in a fine individual performance as he guided Huddersfield to a vital win against Tynedale.
After falling to a narrow defeat against Wales in Round Three of the Six Nations, their clash with Italy provided a more successful evening for England’s U20s.
Ampthill and District have moved five points clear at the top of National One following a bonus-point win over title rivals Old Elthamians