National League 1

Round 23 saw Cinderford hand themselves a survival lifeline as victory over Hull Ionians added another twist to the relegation fight, while Blackheath’s title ambitions suffered a major setback.

With 12 straight wins under their belts, Matt Walsh feels the pressure is actually off Darlington Mowden Park this weekend.

The Newcastle University student talks of his playing days in BUCS, representing England and life in National One with Blaydon.

In Round 22 across National One, National Two North and National Two South there were twists and turns in all three divisions at both ends of the table after another thrilling Saturday of rugby.

Round 22 in National One sees two of the top four sides taking on teams in the relegation zone. Henley Hawks & Cinderford host Richmond & Plymouth Albion while away from those fixtures, the game of the weekend is undoubtedly Darlington Mowden Park v Hartpury College.

The title race and survival battle in National One took another twist this weekend as second placed Blackheath suffered a surprise defeat at the hands of a spirited Wharfedale side which allowed Hartpury College to take over second spot in the division.

Another thrilling weekend of National League rugby flew by on Saturday with twists and turns happening in all three divisions.

Round 20 in National One saw Henley Hawks take a huge step towards safety as they were the only side in the bottom six to achieve victory.

Round 20 of National One marks the start of the final third of the 2015/16 season with still everything up for grabs in this division.

Round 19 in National One saw Richmond, Blackheath and Hartpury College all pick up victories and consolidate their positions in this title race as we approach the final third of the season.

Last weekend, we saw another chapter in this title race written as league leaders Richmond dropped points and this Saturday is set-up for another fantastic installment.

League leaders Richmond could only manage a draw away at Coventry this weekend as they moved five points clear at the top of National One, but that is only half of the story.

Plymouth Albion scored three tries in the final seven minutes to complete a remarkable comeback as they came away from Lancashire with a 26-38 victory.