Richard Lawrance, WRL’s chief medical officer, honoured by RFL

Clare Balding CBE will end her term as RFL President by nominating Wales Rugby League chief medical officer and men’s team doctor, Dr Richard Lawrance for a President’s Award. The RFL President’s Award was introduced in 2019 to recognise inspiring work to change lives and communities through Rugby League, and achievements of players, coaches and …

Squads released for Junior Origin matches on Saturday

East Wales and West Wales have both announced their full squads for this year’s Junior Origin Series, with the first matches taking place this Saturday at the Centre of Sporting Excellence in Ystrad Mynach. The U14s take to the pitch for an 11am kick-off with the U16s playing at 2.30pm. There will be girls training …

2021 Men’s Rugby League World Cup

The 2021 Men’s Rugby League World Cup was the 16th Rugby League World Cup, and one of three major tournaments of the 2021 Rugby League World Cup. The tournament was held in England from 15 October 2022 to 19 November 2022.[1] It was originally due to be held between 23 October 2021 and 27 November 2021, but the COVID-19 pandemic and the …

West Wales announce junior origin captains

West Wales have announced their captains for the upcoming Junior Origin Series against East Wales, which will be played at under 14 and under 16 levels. Jake Nottingham has been announced as the U16 captain and Osian Thomas will lead the U14s. Both play for Bridgend Blue Bulls. West Wales Development Officer, Richard Lewis, said: …

Do you want to get involved in Wheelchair Rugby League?

Domestic Wheelchair Rugby League is in full flow following the success of the national side at the recent World Cup. Cardiff Blue Dragons, North Wales Crusaders and Torfaen Tigers confirm taster sessions whilst West Wales Raiders are looking to confirm some sessions in the coming weeks. Cardiff, who are coached by former Wales head coach, …

Wales to compete in eight-nation men’s European Championships next year

Following the biggest, best and most inclusive Rugby League World Cup ever, Wales men are to compete in the biggest-ever Rugby League European Championships in 2023. European Rugby League has today announced that eight nations – England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, Serbia, Spain and Wales – will contest the European Championships (Euro A) next autumn. …

Vacancy – Wales U16 boys assistant coach

A vacancy has arisen for the role of assistant coach for the Wales Rugby League U16 boys side. The Wales U16 boys side is an important part of the Wales Rugby League pathway where many have gone onto win full Wales international caps. Please click below to download the details. Wales U16 assistant coach – …

2021 Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup

The 2021 Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup was the fourth staging of the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup, and was one of three major tournaments part of the 2021 Rugby League World Cup. The tournament was held in England from 3 November to 18 November 2022. It was originally planned to be held in November 2021 but was postponed …

Wales enjoy International Masters Festival on Sunday

The largest ever international Festival of Masters Rugby League saw teams from Australia, Canada, France, Ireland, Wales and hosts England gather on a misty November Sunday in York. The weather might have been cool but the warmth of the Masters spirit together with the greetings and welcomes from friends new and old meant everyone enjoyed …