The Man in the Middle

Read an article by Richard Thoroughgood - published in this recent Stockport RUFV Touchline Magazine. (Nice one Richard!) More

A Poem For Old Rugby Players

Geoff Smith writes: I came across this wonderful piece of poetry today. Unfortunately I didnt write it although it speaks to me and I sort of wish I had... When the battle scars have faded And the truth becomes a lie And the weekend smell of liniment Could almost make you cry. When the last rucks well behind ... More

AR Briefings

Andy Taylorson Has update his advice... This is a typical AR Brief that I have offered to L5 referees I have worked with over the last couple of seasons. It is a guide only and yours to refer to and to formulate your own and use as and when its appropriate. Pick a place that is convenient, comfortable, allows eye ... More