IRL identifies Wales as a priority nation

The International Rugby League Board has identified Wales as a priority nation for the sport, and will receive significant funding to support a bespoke national strategy that will be developed in partnership with Wales Rugby League. The Board has limited this group to four to focus resources, with France, Papua New Guinea and one nation …

Richard Hibbard’s first year reflections

In April 2024, Wales Rugby League appointed businessman and British and Irish Lions international, Richard Hibbard, as Chief Executive. As the one-year anniversary of his time in post approaches, he has reflected on his tenure so far and looked ahead to the future. In the 12 months since I was appointed CEO, there’s been a …

2025 Prohibited List: Summary of Changes

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has published its 2025 Prohibited List. The Prohibited List designates the substances and methods that are prohibited in sport. Following an extensive consultation period by WADA, the 2025 Prohibited List was published on 25 September 2024. This gives athletes and support personnel sufficient time to make themselves aware of the …

WRL general manager Mark Jones premieres new film

Wales Rugby League general manager Mark Jones is premiering his new film on November 30th at Cineworld in Cardiff. In 2019, Mark was diagnosed with Myeloma—a rare form of blood cancer. Forced into isolation, away from his surfing obsession and his family, he began a virtual paddle around his Wales in order to raise money …

Stephen Jones honoured by National Lottery

Stephen Jones, the head of Wheelchair Rugby League in Wales, has been honoured as part of The National Lottery’s 30th Birthday celebrations. He is one of seven sporting game changers to be recognised. His work is now celebrated publicly outside the Principality Stadium in Cardiff in the final part of seven verses, that together form …

Opportunity: Under 16s Assistant Coach

We are inviting applicants to support our Under 16’s programme in the role of Assistant Coach, working alongside with the staff already in place. This position may require international travel and all applicants must hold a full valid passport, driving licence and have access to a vehicle. Salary: Volunteer Term: through to end of 2026 …

WRL x Serene

Wales Rugby League (WRL) is excited to welcome Serene as a new commercial partner, marking a powerful alignment of values and a shared commitment to supporting communities both on and off the pitch. As the world’s first Consumer Vulnerability Engine, Serene’s groundbreaking technology empowers financial institutions to identify and support vulnerable customers, ensuring no one …

WRL x Rhino

The very best rugby league players in Wales will now be playing international matches with Rhino’s elite-level rugby balls after Rhino and Wales Rugby League (WRL) entered a three-year partnership. The partnership will see WRL be the first in rugby league to showcase Rhino’s recycled ball range, the first international-standard match and training balls that are made of …