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Thomas tees up Raiders for top triumph

By SAMANTHA EMMA Guernsey..........36 Havant...............26 GUERNSEY produced a strong second-half display to secure a 10-point home victory over Havant. The visitors made the brighter start, striking inside three minutes when Colin Sisk crossed, with Jacob Knight converting. Guernsey responded quickly through star man Thomas Teasdale, and the hosts began to assert control as Anthony Armstrong […] The post Thomas tees up Raiders for top triumph appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

Will shows the way for buoyant Barnes

By RICH FENECH Barnes......................47 Westcombe Park..24 WILLIAM NICHOLSON helped inspire Barnes to victory over Westcombe Park. Ewan Murphy stormed through the Park defence making way for Matt Branfield to score, with star player William Nicholson converting the first of six. Park came back with their own signature play with a dart to the line by […] The post Will shows the way for buoyant Barnes appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

In-form Bury turn on promotion style

By MARK WILKIN-JONES London Welsh........22 Bury St Edmunds..64 BURY St Edmunds are firmly in the promotion hunt after a 10-try demolition of a subdued London Welsh. Welsh spent the opening ten minutes camped in the visitors’ 22 but had only a Matt Hodgson penalty to show for their endeavours. Bury scored from their first visit […] The post In-form Bury turn on promotion style appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

Hayhow makes Hawks so happy

Henley............... 45pts Sevenoaks........26pts By ALISTAIR BEYNON HENLEY Hawks put together arguably their best performance of the season with a six-try victory over fellow strugglers Sevenoaks at Dry Leas. In what was a must win for both sides in their bids to retain their National League status, Henley were helped by an excellent brace from captain […] The post Hayhow makes Hawks so happy appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

Dorking are in full Bloom as Tom packs a punch

By KEVIN BEAL Dorking.....................30 Esher........................... 5 ESHER were ultimately unable to live with the power of Dorking’s forwards as they outmuscled them in both the set-piece and the loose, giving an armchair ride to the half-backs who were then able to dictate the pace of the game at will. Will Sanders opened the home side’s […] The post Dorking are in full Bloom as Tom packs a punch appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

Second-half blitz seals stunning win

By ADAM CLEARY Canterbury ............. 51 Oundle .....................33 A REMARKABLE second-half comeback from Canterbury saw them claim a memorable bonus-point victory over Oundle. The visitors made a dream start and took the lead when Rian Hamilton crossed the whitewash. Ben Young’s conversion was successful. Canterbury soon hit back with a fry from Aiden Moss which […] The post Second-half blitz seals stunning win appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

Seyi shines as the leaders impress

By JAMES LOGAN Old Albanians .......54 Oxford H ..................29 OLD Albanians show their class to overcome bottom side Oxford Harlequins. The hosts continued their fine form with another impressive home performance as they secured the bonus point before half-time. An early Seyi Ajeigbe try got them on their way with a superb full-length score, before […] The post Seyi shines as the leaders impress appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

It’s end of an era at Welsh as Griffiths calls it a day

By BEN JAYCOCK Stepping down: London Welsh DoR Cai Griffiths LONDON Welsh director of rugby Cai Griffiths is stepping down after an influential near nine-year spell that has helped drive the Exiles’ back into the National Leagues. Griffiths, 42, says the decision to depart Welsh at the end of the season had not been driven […] The post It’s end of an era at Welsh as Griffiths calls it a day appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

VICTOR WORSNIP

YOUNG GUNS BRISTOL & ENGLAND U20 CENTRE Bristol centre Victor Worsnip scored a match-winning try against Wales on his England U20s debut last month and now hopes to continue making a splash in the ongoing Six Nations. With five minutes remaining, Worsnip crossed for the decisive score to cap a remarkable 19-16 comeback win at […] The post VICTOR WORSNIP appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

Results

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Worthing to meet Hartpury in title decider

SCHOOLS REPORT By JOSEPH TERRY TABLE toppers Hartpury will face Worthing for Girls ACE League title at Allianz Stadium in March, after Worthing eliminated defending champions Exeter in the final round. Worthing defeated Exeter 7-5 at The Stoop and confirmed a shocking collapse for Exeter’s title hopes for a second consecutive loss. Exeter tumbled from […] The post Worthing to meet Hartpury in title decider appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

Regional results

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L’borough and Bath to play at home in semis

BUCS RUGBY ■ By JOSEPH TERRY LOUGHBOROUGH and Bath secured home semifinal places and extended their winning runs to nine matches. League leaders Loughborough defeated Durham 42-38 with Eric Nixon’s try with three to go, helped by braces for Joe Denman and Elliot Gourlay. Two bonus points for Durham keep their place in the home […] The post L’borough and Bath to play at home in semis appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

Oxford reclaim trophy

VARSITY MATCH OXFORD University ended their Varsity drought with a 37-25 victory over Cambridge at StoneX Stadium, reclaiming the trophy for the first time since 2022. The difference was forged up front, where Oxford’s rolling maul proved unstoppable, delivering four of their tries in a fiercely physical contest. Will Roddy set the tone after five […] The post Oxford reclaim trophy appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

Dark Blue double

VARSITY MATCH OXFORD Women won the Varsity Match for the second year in a row, and the 24th time in their history as they dominated Cambridge 52-8. The Dark Blues were in control from start to finish, scoring eight tries in a powerful display. Cambridge had all of the possession and territory in the early […] The post Dark Blue double appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

Regional results

Crusaders hit back to teach Chiefs a lesson

■ By BEN JAYCOCK Firing back: George Bell on the charge for Crusaders PICTURE: Getty Images CRUSADERS’ title credentials flickered back to life with a statement 43-33 comeback win over the Chiefs in Hamilton, turning this rematch of the 2025 final on its head. Trailing 21-7 after a blistering opening from the hosts – highlighted […] The post Crusaders hit back to teach Chiefs a lesson appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

My Life in Rugby: Matt Riley – Playing for England U21s was a dream

Former Sale Sharks and Sedgley Park centre, Matt Riley, reflects on his life in rugby. The post My Life in Rugby: Matt Riley – Playing for England U21s was a dream appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

Ampthill are gunning for strong finish, says Rylands

■ By BEN JAYCOCK AMPTHILL flanker Charles Rylands believes a lack of game management has cost his side dearly this season, insisting their lowly league position does not reflect recent performances. The Bedfordshire outfit sat 11th in the Champ table heading into this weekend and Rylands admits their position is frustrating given how competitive they […] The post Ampthill are gunning for strong finish, says Rylands appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

FANTASY RUGBY 2025/26

Today’s update covers the period Sunday February 15 through to Saturday February 21. I have activated all of the substitutions that I have received. You can tell your subs have been actioned by the [S] after your team’s name. If you think I have missed your substitutions, then please get in touch with the TRP […] The post FANTASY RUGBY 2025/26 appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

LEADERBOARD

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Hughes grabs the glory for Llandovery

Super Rygbi Cup Rygbi ■ By CARL FIELD IOAN Hughes was the hero for Llandovery as his last-gasp penalty sent the cup holders into another final after a dramatic 26-24 win against Pontypool. The outside-half ended up with a match haul of 21 points. He scored a second half try, as well as converting his […] The post Hughes grabs the glory for Llandovery appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

Beddau stay clear thanks to Roberts

Premiership BEDDAU remain a point clear at the top of the Welsh Premiership after picking up a 33-12 bonus-point win at second bottom Llanelli Wanderers. Ewan Roberts was at the double for the Green & Golds who also had Lloyd James, Joe Page and a penalty try among their scorers. Ollie Wilde kicked three conversions. […] The post Beddau stay clear thanks to Roberts appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

BRITISH RESULTS AND FIXTURES

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Healy set to join in O’Gara’s rebuild

JAMES HARRINGTON FRENCH COLUMN New man: Ben Healy is heading to La Rochelle from Edinburgh with Antoine Hastoy, Departing PICTURES: Alamy A CHANGING of the fly-half guard is in the works at Top 14 side La Rochelle, with Ben Healy’s expected arrival from URC outfit Edinburgh at the end of the season likely to open […] The post Healy set to join in O’Gara’s rebuild appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

Forthcoming fixtures

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Six Nations analysis: How Ireland changed the tone of their campaign

From losing in Paris by 22 points to winning at Twickenham by 21, the mindset and questionable form in Andy Farrell’s Ireland have taken a massive positive step towards renewal. The post Six Nations analysis: How Ireland changed the tone of their campaign appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

Tracking the financial health of Premiership clubs in 2026: What the reports reveal

The romanticism of rugby finance died the day we lost Wasps, Worcester, and London Irish. Back then, the game faced an existential crisis that forced everyone to look in the mirror. Now, in 2025, understanding a club’s balance sheet matters just as much as their lineout success rate. The latest financial reports tell a fascinating […] The post Tracking the financial health of Premiership clubs in 2026: What the reports reveal appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

Rugby Life Lessons: 15 Principles That Shape Character

Rugby is more than just a sport; it’s a way of life that instils numerous principles that can be applied off the field. From teamwork to respect, the game offers valuable lessons that contribute to personal development. Here, we explore 15 key principles that rugby teaches, highlighting how they can positively influence our lives. 1. […] The post Rugby Life Lessons: 15 Principles That Shape Character appeared first on The Rugby Paper.

New Rugby Paper Roundup: Italy v England Six Nations preview ft Christian Day – MasterChef to RPA leader

In this week’s episode of The Rugby Paper Roundup, Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by one of rugby’s most influential player voices – RPA General Secretary Christian Day – for a wide-ranging conversation that goes far beyond the pitch. The post New Rugby Paper Roundup: Italy v England Six Nations preview ft Christian Day – MasterChef to RPA leader appeared first on The Rugby Paper.