The Men’s Section league campaign kicks off Saturday 26th September, with the Bandits travelling to play Beccahamians. Ahead of the season, we sat down to have a discussion with the new section captains to talk about the season ahead. Conor Mitchell has been appointed as section captain for the season. Talking of the appointment, Conor says: “It’s a massive honor …
On Wednesday 9 September, Champ Rugby hosted a media day at Sixways, Worcester, for the 14 Clubs in the league. It was a pleasure to meet players and media representatives from the other teams, and the sponsors and partners associated with our new league. Loads of interviews, photographs, games and quizzes, in a very full day — thank you to …
Introducing another new player, we’re excited to welcome Noah Ferdinand to the Club. Telling us about Noah, who joins us from London Scottish and plays in the back three, Blackheath Rugby’s Head Coach Tom Stradwick says “Noah Ferdinand is an athletic and instinctive winger who knows how to find the try line. He combines speed with strong positional awareness, making …
A notice to our Membership that the Annual General Meeting for Blackheath FC will be held at the Clubhouse next month: Date: Tuesday 7 July 2026 Time: 19:30 Place: The Utilita, SE9 6TE The meeting’s agenda can be found in the Members’ Area of the website (Menu > Information > AGM & Other Important Documents). If you have any questions, …
Message from the Executive Committee, Blackheath Rugby We were delighted with the result last Saturday and, although it was unfortunate to see Clifton relegated from the National One League, it was terrific to complete the league season with another win and secure second place in the league table. The win means that we will now have a home fixture against …
By Ben Jaycock, The Rugby Paper It’s quite funny how things come full circle in rugby. The first time I picked up a ball as a kid was at Blackheath, and now I’m back here as captain, leading the oldest rugby club in the world. It sounds a bit surreal, but it’s something I’m incredibly proud of. This place …
This article was published in The Rugby Paper on Sunday 11 January 2026, written by Chris Collier Tom Stradwick is relishing his new role as head coach of his beloved Blackheath, and thanks his predecessor for a successful start to his opening in the hot seat. Stradwick, a club legend at Blackheath, believes his journey in to coaching this …
This month Eddie Knightley, age 15, was part of the Trinidad and Tobago team at the RugbyAmericas North U19 tournament in Mexico. Eddie was given special permission by RAN (Rugby America North) to play in this tournament. It was a great learning experience for Eddie though the first TT game was against the USA – a baptism of fire! The …
As we continue to creep toward pre-season training, we have some more new faces to introduce you to at Blackheath Rugby — Kyle McGhie, Oscar Daniel and Tom Johnson. Telling us about Kyle, who joins us from Hartpury, Blackheath Rugby’s Head Coach Tom Stradwick says “I was really impressed with Kyle’s quality of pass in the footage I watched of …
Club XV title winners after 42-42 score-fest with Richmond Vikings Some exciting news to share with you all! The Blackheath Club XV has triumphed in their league, securing the two points needed on Saturday with an exciting 42-42 draw against Richmond Vikings. They are the winners of The Shield championship title for the season 2024/5 with a playing record of: …
