Joe Tarrant collected 19 points on his return to action after a two month lay-off, as Blackheath held on to beat Loughborough Students in this closely-fought contest. The Club’s leading goal-kicker, playing at full-back, succeeded in six from seven attempts, and added what would turn out to be the deciding try, as both sides crossed the goal-line an equal number …

A fine first period would be followed by a somewhat complacent second, to allow Cinderford to claw their way back from a 15-point deficit and share the spoils on this delightful, if chilly, afternoon in the Forest of Dean. Blackheath were on top from the outset as ball was turned over following the kick off, putting pressure on the hosts …

Ten tries in total, and seven in favour of the hosts, in an excellent performance that takes Blackheath to the helm of National League One as domestic rugby takes a week’s break. On a bright but breezy November afternoon, the Club gained the perfect start as, following Steff Liebenberg’s box kick, loose ball popped into the grateful hands of Henry …