Phil Hodgson – Total Rugby League

Former Keighley Cougars star helping town’s new NCL club thrive

BEN STEAD is certainly making his mark as Keighley Albion, who are back in the National Conference League for the first time since the late…

Scotland confirm squad for Under 16 Four Nations tournament

SCOTLAND have confirmed their squad for the Under 16 Four Nations tournament. The young Bravehearts, who will open their challenge on Saturday, May 24 against…

Swindon St George looking to attract more youth players

SWINDON ST GEORGE are enjoying a healthy present – and building for an increasingly vibrant future. The Wiltshire outfit are holding a taster session on…

The NCL side on course for record-breaking season after remarkable start

EAST LEEDS could be on course to smash all records in the National Conference League Second Division this season. The Easy Road outfit, who were…

Talking Grassroots: Is a BARLA National Cup final repeat on the cards?

THE first thing that stood out for me, in the second round of the BARLA National Cup, is that holders Thatto Heath Crusaders and last…

Scotland rugby league season to begin with nines tournament in Edinburgh

THE 2025 Scotland RL season will open on Saturday, May 10 with a nines tournament in Edinburgh. The league campaign is expected to comprise four…

Talking Grassroots: Changing times as amateur leagues shut down over Easter

DIFFERENT days, different ways. I’ve been reminded of the old adage several times recently, not least when fixtures came through from amateur leagues around the…

Oldham St Annes and Waterhead Warriors to contest Standard Cup final

THE Oldham and District League’s Standard Cup final will be hosted for the second successive season this Saturday (April 19) by Oldham Athletic FC. Oldham…

President’s Cup begins as England Universities face Great Britain Teachers

THE 2025 President’s Cup, which will this year involve only three teams following the withdrawal of Great Britain Police for logistical reasons, starts on Wednesday…