Marc Lovering joins WRL non-executive board of directors

Cardiff-born Marc Lovering has joined the non-executive board of directors at Wales Rugby League. Lovering works at the Rugby Football League in England as the Director of Participation and Development, and has always maintained a keen interest in rugby league in his country. He said: “I am delighted to be given the opportunity to join …

Wales Rugby League produce T-shirt for the NHS

Wales Rugby League have launched their new training T-shirt with the profits going to the NHS. Made by the WRL’s official clothing suppliers VX3, the exclusive limited edition T-shirt is priced at just £30 for adult sizes and £25 for children, with £7.50 from the sale of each shirt going directly to the NHS. All …

Codebreakers – it’s not the end

Wales Rugby League’s head of communications and historian, Ian Golden, reviews Carolyn Hitt’s BBC documentary and explains why he felt a few more minutes screentime would have added to the story. So who watched last night’s BBC2 documentary “Codebreakers”? If you didn’t, you missed a treat, but don’t worry, you can still see it on …

WRL looking after the welfare of all their personnel during lockdown

Wales Rugby League have pledged to look after the welfare of all personnel from their domestic clubs and international sides during this lockdown period, and are constantly communicating to all, primarily via WhatsApp groups and Zoom webinars. Spearheaded by CEO Gareth Kear, WRL are driving this through all pathways, looking after the well-being of players …

About Cardiff Blue Dragons

Here’s the second in a series of articles about our clubs who participate in Wales Rugby League’s community programme, primarily written by the clubs themselves. Wales’ biggest rugby league club in 2019 with over 200 registered players was Cardiff Blue Dragons. They have become a well-established brand in Cardiff rugby circles since it found its …

About Rhondda Outlaws

Here’s the first in a series of articles about our clubs who participate in Wales Rugby League’s community programme, primarily written by the clubs themselves. Rhondda Outlaws, who play out of Glyncoch Sports and Social Club, were the 2019 Wales Rugby League men’s Premier League champions. They were also one of the first two sides …

Rugby League United to defy Coronavirus by building mental fitness

Rugby League is coming together like never before to preserve and enhance the mental and physical fitness of players, coaches, fans, match officials and administrators during the Coronavirus pandemic. The sport is proud to announce the launch of Rugby League United, a campaign led by the independent charity, Rugby League Cares in association with the RFL, Super League (Europe) and …

Mark Jones reappointed as WRL National Development Manager

Llantwit Major based Mark Jones has been reappointed as the Wales Rugby League National Development Manager after four and half years away from the role. The 49-year old first joined WRL in 2009 and spent six years in the National Development Manager role where we headed up school, junior and community development, was the team …

IRL announces updated international eligibility rules

The Board of International Rugby League (IRL) has announced updated rules regarding the eligibility of players for international matches. The changes were made following a wide-ranging review and consultation with the membership and come into effect immediately. The rules only apply to fully sanctioned international matches. The key points are as follows: Eligibility to represent …