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Caldy meet TJs, Hull Ionians out to stop Sedge and red-hot Redruth host Esher

As we move into Round Eight, the National Leagues just keep on giving and there could be more edge of the seat action to come this weekend.

Plymouth off the mark, symmetry for Sedge and Rotherham and comeback kings in National Two South

The competitiveness of the National Leagues was on full show in Round Seven with tight scorelines and some scintillating rugby a common theme throughout the weekend.

National Leagues out to deliver once again in Round Seven

With some key meetings at both ends of National One, National Two North and National Two South, we should be set for another relentless weekend.

Cinderford and Sedge hit the front whilst Redruth keep pressure on

On another fascinating weekend in the National Leagues, there were changes at the top and unbeaten runs were extended.

National Leagues: Heavyweight clashes steal the spotlight in Round Six

There are top of the table clashes across National One, National Two North and National Two South in Round Six, so who can show they can go the distance this season?

Park take top spot, Titans are singing in the rain and Bonds gives Reds a license to thrill

The weather conditions which greeted Round Five were atrocious, but the wind and the rain didn't dampen the spirits.

Rams roar into October, title credentials in spotlight at Rotherham and Redruth out to maintain winning start

The buzz around the National League season will hopefully continue into Round Five.

Rams continue strong start, Fylde produce stunning display and Henley seal highly emotional

As the curtain came down on the first month of the National League season, the eye-catching and thrilling rugby continued.

Unbeaten starts the flavour of the weekend across the National Leagues

It might only be September, but the National Leagues are delivering some superb rugby and Round Four should provide a cracking conclusion to the first month of the season.

Park looking ominous, Fylde go top and Clifton dominate once again

The National Leagues delivered another scintillating weekend of action in Round Three as the divisions begin to take shape.

Taunton test at the top, I’s aim for three on the spin and exciting Worthing head to Canterbury

The big games continue in the National Leagues whilst a cluster of clubs will be hoping to get off the mark in Round Three.

Rams maintain perfect start, Bournville come back and Barnstaple shake off heavy loss

Rams go two from two, Bournville overcome a shaky start and Barnstaple bounce back with impressive win over Westcliff.

Park aiming to send out another statement, Sedge & Rotherham clash and Clifton look to build

National League Rugby continues this weekend and there are already some intriguing matchups taking place.

Taunton impress, Bournville make dream debut and Clifton thrash Barnstaple

Taunton make eye-catching start, Bournville stun Huddersfield and Clifton run riot, but events at Henley tragically overshadowed the opening weekend.

National League Rugby 2021-22 season preview

After 18 months without competitive action in National One and National Two, tiers three and four of English rugby finally return this weekend.

Charlie Beckett Column: What rugby can learn from The Hundred

As the season 2021/22 season prepares to get underway, TRU Columnist Charlie Beckett has taken a look at a tournament that has just finished, The Hundred, and what he feels that rugby can learn from the new tournament.

The National League Rugby Podcast - Season Preview

An in-depth preview of the new National League Rugby season as Joe Harvey and Chris Heal welcome back tiers three and four.

Chinnor’s Craig Hampson on his player-led group ahead of the new season

With the start of the new National League Rugby season in September, Craig Hampson spoke about his team and how they are preparing for their return to league action.

Full contact rugby to return ahead of new National League Rugby season

National League Rugby clubs can return to full-contact training from July 19th after the Government confirmed Covid-19 restrictions would be lifted.

Talking Rugby Union launch National League Rugby Review Show

Alongside Warren Muggleton, TRU are behind a brand new subscription highlights show for the 2021/22 season where the clubs will receive 40 per cent of the revenue.

NCA rebrand to National League Rugby confirmed by RFU council

The NCA have changed their name to National League Rugby following an RFU Council meeting at the beginning of the month.

Full contact training delayed for community game

Government has not given permission for scrums and mauls to be re-instated from May 17th following the growing concerns around the Indian variant of Covid-19 in England.

NCA release fixtures for 2021-22 season

The National Clubs Association have released the fixtures for the 2021-22 season, 14 months after the last campaign was cut short due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

NCA set to rebrand to National League Rugby

Pending a full meeting of the RFU Council in June, the NCA's name will be changed to National League Rugby.

National League structure to change from 2022/23 season

The RFU Council has agreed changes for a new competition structure in the adult male game from the National Leagues and below.

Exeter's Jack Nowell - The leagues massively helped me make that next step

Talking to TRU's Joe Harvey, Exeter Chiefs’ Jack Nowell discussed his time playing for Redruth and Plymouth Albion.

Steve Grainger Interview: Rugby's return is great - It has been a long time coming

As club’s prepare to reopen, TRU's Joe Harvey spoke to the RFU’s Rugby Development Director Steve Grainger.

RFU and government outline a return for community rugby

National League clubs could be playing full contact, 15-a-side matches on May 31st, providing there are no upswings in the Covid-19 figures.

Familiar selections from Eddie Jones denies England’s bright stars a chance to shine

The likes of Paolo Odogwu arguably have the spark and excitement which England are searching for, but the next chapter in his development is still waiting to be written.

NCA cancel National League Cup and competitive competition for 2020/21

There will be no official competitive rugby for the semi-professional game this season, after the NCA agreed to cancel the proposed Cup competition.

Exclusive: Leeds Tykes' Dan Lancaster on his inclusion with England U20

After being announced as part of the England U20 EPS last week, Leeds Tykes fly-half Dan Lancaster spoke to Joe Harvey about his selection and playing for his boyhood club.

Richie Williams Column: 'The pale light that once emerged has quickly faded into the abyss'

With a new lockdown now enforced, the 2020/21 season for National League clubs may pass them by altogether.

RFU suspend community rugby activity following latest lockdown

The RFU has suspended all community rugby activity until further notice following the government's new national lockdown.

Exclusive: How the Wasps Academy are adapting to find players game time

Speaking to Wasps Rugby Head of Recruitment and Academy Kevin Harman, TRU learn about how he and his staff have adapted in order to find their academy players game time during the pandemic.

Community game structure to change to tackle declining playing numbers

The Rugby Football Union has voted in favour for a new competition structure for community rugby which will come into effect in the 2022/23 season.

NCA announce groupings for cup competition

The National Clubs Association have announced the groupings for their cup competition which is set to begin February 2021.

NCA Cup competition pushed back to February

The NCA has announced that the start of the cup competition will be delayed following the Government COVID announcement at the start of December.

Benjamin Kayser: Law variations in the community game must only be temporary

Former international hooker Benjamin Kayser hopes the adaptations to the community game are only short-term fixes.

Looseheadz x TRU Podcast: John Inverdale

Chris Heal and the Looseheadz team are joined by broadcasting royalty this week as they chatted to John Inverdale about his affiliation with rugby, the importance of mental health and his career in the media.

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