National Leagues

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    Getting ready for Rugby World Cup 2011

    We are gearing up for the new season here on The Rugby Blog in which we'll be going non-stop into the World Cup next year.

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    Exeter Chiefs prepare for Aviva Premiership debut

    There is palpable excitement in the South-West corner of England, where Exeter Chiefs are preparing for their first season in rugby's top flight.

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    Jason Robinson to play for Fylde RFC

    For anyone that plays in National Two North…unlucky. Looks like you’ll be facing Billy Whizz next season when he lines up for Fylde RFC. This news isn’t quite as ridiculous as Jerry Collins playing for Barnstaple’s twos, but it’s a great story. Having left Sale’s...

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    Bristol and Exeter fighting for Premiership promotion

    Both Bristol and the Exeter Chiefs have been left with a good chance to gain promotion to Guinness Premiership tonight after both sides failed to stamp their authority on the nervy 9-6 first leg victory for Exeter last week.

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    Happy New Year from The Rugby Blog

    It’s a slightly belated Happy New Year from everyone at The Rugby Blog, but as the world returns to work after the festive season, we are here to ease your blues.

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    Launch of The Championship

    Wednesday saw the launch of the inaugural Championship in English domestic rugby, with a place in the Guinness Premiership at stake as the ultimate prize.

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  • Bolingey Barbarians: the true spirit of rugby

    Bolingey Barbarians: the true spirit of rugby

    In England’s southwesternmost county, there is a group of rugby enthusiasts enjoying the sport in its true spirit and making money for charity at the same time.

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    Esher eye an upset in Leeds

    Leeds Carnegie have swept away every challenge that has come before them so far this season, and Neil Back’s side are looking like certainties to return to the Guinness Premiership next year. Nevertheless, the players at fellow National One side Esher are unfazed by their...

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