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Vince Murrell gives Kingswood a big boost

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Kingswood's bid to secure promotion from Gloucester Two has received a massive boost with the return of old boy Vince Murrell after successful spells with Dings Crusaders and Clifton.

Frampton Cotterell TOADS face le crunch

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Frampton Cotterell TOADS (Too Old and Decrepit) and Les Vieux Loups, or the Old Wolves, of Parisis meet tomorrow at School Road (noon) in the latest edition of their very own Le Crunch.

Cotham Park's rise from ashes is under way

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Officials at Cotham Park are still looking on the bright side despite their Abbots Leigh clubhouse suffering serious fire damage last week.

Local rugby fixtures this weekend

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Who are you, your team or your rivals playing?

Bristol Schools reach regional rugby final

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Bristol Schools' Under-16s rugby team set up a showdown with Devon by beating Gloucestershire 14-7.

Wincombe on top in plate

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Winscombe Under-15s recorded an emphatic 47-12 victory over Nailsea & Backwell to march into the next round of the Combination plate competition.

Cheddar youngsters showing their commitment

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

For a place the size of Cheddar, the junior rugby section is a thriving and growing concern.

Yatton take their chances in hard-fought derby game

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

YATTON made the short trip to Weston's Recreation ground and came away with a 22-5 victory, producing a fine display of 15-man running rugby.

Jamie's try for Nailsea & Backwell breaks Broad Plain hearts

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

SOMERSET LEAGUES: Centenary-celebrating Broad Plain are still looking for a first Somerset One win of the season after suffering a heartbreaking 7-6 setback against Nailsea & Backwell

Taylor seals Avonmouth triumph at St Ives

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

LOCAL RUGBY ROUND-UP: Andy Taylor showed tremendous composure to land a touchline conversion with the final kick of the match and clinch Avonmouth a 21-20 South West One West win at St Ives

Gritty victory puts Old Colstonians top

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Old Colstonians moved to the top of Gloucester Premier with a gritty 8-3 win away to previous leaders Cirencester, despite having a player sin-binned in each half

Ex-Springbok Watson helps Bath beat Ospreys

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Bath supporters were given a glimpse of overseas signing Luke Watson at last – and the versatile former Springbok did not disappoint, scoring a trademark close-range try in the 21-11 LV Cup win over Ospreys.

Clifton claim Barking scalp

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Clifton 17 Barking 13: A tenacious performance by Clifton saw them become the first side to beat Barking this season.

Dings Crusaders impress in defeat at Southend

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Southend 30 Dings Crusaders 17: Dings can count themselves unlucky to have come away with nothing after a great performance from their pack, who dominated for long periods.

All the weekend's rugby results

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT

From the internationals through to the sharp end of Somerset Three South... catch up on your rugby results.

Southmead Rugby Club prepare for day of celebrations to mark opening of new dressing rooms

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Southmead celebrate the opening of the first phase of their new dressing rooms with a star-studded international match on Sunday along with a visit from world-famous Bristol actor Dave Prowse.

Clifton set for tough test as league leaders Barking visit

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

National Two South previews

Weston hit by spate of injuries ahead of Taunton clash

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Weston-super-Mare head coach Dave Healy and England manager Martin Johnson could be forgiven for swapping notes on how to deal with seemingly relentless injury problems.

Yatton gear up for crucial clashes in South West One West

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Yatton will be drawing on the experienced gained from previous brushes with relegation in their bid to pull clear from the danger zone in South West One West.

Local rugby team news

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Local rugby squads for the weekend