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 …

RIP Frank Wilson

We were sad to hear that our former World Cup player Frank Wilson, sadly passed away early on Friday morning at the age of 80. Frank played for Wales in the 1975 World Championship which included the infamous 1975 “Battle of Brisbane” win over England. It was one of his 14 caps for Wales after …

Wales rise in World Rankings

Wales men have risen up from 17th to 12th in the official International Rugby League World Rankings following excellent performances this autumn. Two wins out of three has seen Wales go up five places and are once again knocking on the door of the top 10. The Wales women’s side have also risen, after qualifying …

Cardiff Demons to compete in the Northern Championship

Cardiff Demons have been awarded a place in the Women’s Northern Championship for 2025. They and London Broncos, who previously competed in the smaller Southern Championship, have both been given a place, which gives them an extended season and more game-time for their international players. They will form part of a 12-team competition with each …

Job vacancy: Operations Coordinator

As Operations Coordinator within Wales Rugby League, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth functioning of the team and organisation. You will be responsible for coordinating key events and ensuring compliance with league regulations. Additionally, you will act as a liaison between all stakeholders to ensure effective communication. Budget management is also …

Junior Origin and Student Trials postponed

Due to the weather warnings in place relating to Storm Darragh, Saturday’s Origin fixtures have been postponed. The Met Office has issued Red, Amber, and Yellow Weather Warnings for the vast majority of the country. The storm is expected to bring damaging winds and heavy rain, causing significant disruption and danger to life.  It is …

East v West Origin to kick-off on Saturday

This Saturday 7th December at Cardiff University Sports Park in Llanrumney, the WRL Origin season kicks off when East Wales and West Wales face each other at elite U14 and U16 levels, with development matches also taking place. It’s the fourth year in a row that the successful Origin programme has run through the winter and …

Clive Griffiths returns to Wales Students on 40th anniversary date

Clive Griffiths is back to coach Wales Students Rugby League for a third spell in his long career in rugby league. The 70-year old first took charge of Wales Students from 1987-92 then came back and coached again from 2008-13. And now, on the 40th anniversary of the first-ever official Wales Students international match, he’s …