U20s

Television Match Official 'Bunker concept'

After introduction through other competitions, World Rugby has announced that the Television Match Official ‘bunker concept’ is to be trialled first at the upcoming World Rugby U20 Championship in June. To be hosted by South Africa, the U20 (under 20) Championships are the perfect stage to initiate any new match officiating variant [tool]. And the […]


More Covid-19 postponements: Women's Six Nations, Under 20s delayed

Yet more Covid-19 postponements in rugby mean the 2021 Women’s Six Nations and Under 20s programs have been delayed. Organizers still intend for the much-anticipated men’s Six Nations to be played as scheduled. Though, that would only be as so far as the conditions permitted play. Postponing the women’s Six Nations and Under 20s tournaments […]

Promising England Rugby U20 future
David Jones - Jan 3, 2021

England kicked off 2021 with the announcement of their Under 20 Elite Player squad. Coached by Alan Dickens, the Elite Player pathway has to date been a resounding success, the former saint will hope to continue that. England Rugby U20 – Who are the next names coming through? The 2019 Rugby World Cup squad contained […]

David Jones - Sep 10, 2020

The 19 year old hooker/flanker hit the headlines last night, and for all the right reasons. However, lets look into the making of the man and whether Alfie Barbeary has what it takes to fulfil the potential often spoke about. What was witnessed on Wednesday night was definitely an impressive performance from a dominant and […]

Soji Olufunwa - Mar 4, 2020

With three wins from three played, many are wondering if the French are back to their best. Are we witnessing a French rugby renaissance? A strong start in 2020 saw four valuable points gained in their opening Six Nations match victory over England. Within sixty minutes of game two (against Italy) the try bonus point […]

Six Players to Watch in the England U20s Six Nations
David Challis - Jan 30, 2020

As the international window rolls around once again we are to be treated to a smorgasbord of rugby. Alongside the England Men’s Six Nations we also have the Women’s and the U20s taking place. To shine a light on some of the lesser-known players in these competitions David Challis has taken a look six English […]



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Larissa Falls - Jan 30, 2020

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