The expression Friday Night Lights usually evokes thoughts of running rugby on a dry, still night and an occasion to be remembered but this game will be long remembered for very different reasons. It was wet, windy and cold, and the well used pitch was significantly more mud than grass. What little grass that had been left on the pitch …
Do you know someone who has gone that extra mile for Blackheath Rugby this season? Whether helping to keep games running, or spending time behind the scenes keeping the sites up together, the Club couldn’t survive without volunteers, so please take two minutes to nominate now. The link will also give you a chance to pick the 1st team player …
Introducing Our New Junior Section Chair: Andrew Collett We are delighted to announce the appointment of Andrew Collett as the new Chair of our Junior Section. Andrew has been a member of Blackheath for over 15 years and has coached at both mini and junior level. Andrew brings a passion for the game and a commitment to developing the next …
When: 17 Feb – 21 Feb 2025 Where: The Utilita, SE9 6TE Time: 10:00-16:00 (extended days 09:00-17:00) Who: Boys and girls u7-u13 Price: Standard day/week £30/£120, extended day/week £50/£200 Content: Key age group specific skills (including contact) and rugby themed days with a mixture of other sports. Get in touch with Jeff Barnes (jeffrey.barnes@blackheathrugby.co.uk) or book online https://sportingprojects.co.uk/book. #blackheathrugby …
KCRFU will be establishing a Youth Council this year and would like to invite any young individuals to apply for membership of the Council, who are enthusiastic about representing their peers and have a passion for making positive change to youth Rugby and representation in the county. Kent Rugby warmly welcomes applications from young people aged 16-23 from all backgrounds …
The volunteer award season is upon us and nominations for the national Honda Volunteer of the Year Awards 2025 are now open, closing on Friday 14 February at 17:00. Celebrating volunteers across rugby for their achievements over the past 12 months, the nominations can be submitted for either an individual or a group of volunteers who have gone above and …
Natuonal League Rugby featured Blackheath this week, and interviewed James Shanahan and Russell Ticehurst. To watch the show, click on this link https://youtu.be/ILFlc5duLzE, and details from their social media page can be seen below. _______________________ 🎦 National League Rugby Preview Show | Round 16 After the big freeze impacted our full return, we are back in business this week …
You may have seen recent news coverage about the option to receive NHS treatment at private hospitals and medical centres. We are pleased to share that LycaHealth Orpington, the healthcare provider of choice for Blackheath Rugby, can offer NHS treatment for a range of conditions. Located in Orpington, LycaHealth’s private medical centre provides essential services including: sports medicine, physiotherapy, orthopaedics, …
Blackheath Rugby is saddened to hear of the passing of former Blackheath FC player and Scottish international, John Douglas. Shortly after leaving school, during his National Service, John played for the British Army. After completing this he played for Blackheath over three seasons from 1955-1958. He went on to play for Kent, Scotland, the British and Irish Lions, and the …
As ever, the annual Anthony Fitzgerald Cup was a huge success. For a change, the Weather Gods were on our side and all that the players and officials had to deal with was a bit of fog, rather than the usual sub zero temperatures and/or horizontal rain. The game itself was a huge tribute to both teams who, despite not …
