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European Cup bid still alive – Deano

9 April 2017 0 comments

NEWCASTLE boss Dean Richards insists Champions Cup rugby is still there for the taking after this dramatic victory closed the gap on the top six […]

Play-off bid still alive insists Dickens

9 April 2017 0 comments

BACKS coach Allan Dickens insists Northampton can still reach the Premiership semi-finals but they must win all their games to do so. With only four […]

Lockwood looking forward to Falcons reunion with Graham

9 April 2017 0 comments

By JON NEWCOMBE NEWCASTLE prop Sam Lockwood has backed Gary Graham to shine among the Premiership’s big-hitters. Like Lockwood the year before him, Scottish flanker […]

Bedlinog safe from drop with big win at Dunvant

9 April 2017 0 comments

SWALEC Championship round-up By JOHN ARKLESS THREEsides secured their Championship status for next season but the final relegation spot is yet to be decided as […]

Mavinga can add heft to Falcons

26 March 2017 1 comment

By SAM JACKSON NEWCASTLE Falcons have strengthened their forward pack for next season with the signings of Lyon prop Sami Mavinga and Jersey Reds flanker […]

Sharks in talks with Scots ace Jackson

26 March 2017 1 comment

Off north? Jackson SALE SHARKS are having talks with Scotland fly-half Ruaridh Jackson about a switch to the North-West from Harlequins. Jackson has spent only […]

Robshaw’s back and firing for his Lions selection

26 March 2017 1 comment

By BRENDAN GALLAGHER Harlequins 53pts Tries: Buchanan 14, Brown 21, Marchant 40, Yarde 42, Luamanu 48, Care 55, Swiel 77 Conversions: Evans 15, 22, 40, […]

Deano: Yes, put Chris on the plane

26 March 2017 0 comments

RIVAL coaches John Kingston and Dean Richards were united in respectfully suggesting Warren Gatland seriously considers Chris Robshaw for the Lions tour to New Zealand […]

YOUNG GUNS

12 March 2017 0 comments

JAMIE BLAMIRE ENGLAND U20S HOOKER Leaving the parental home at 16 to live with strangers was not easy for Jamie Blamire but the Newcastle hooker […]

Robshaw backed to stake claim for Lions tour

12 March 2017 1 comment

By CHRIS JONES CHRIS Robshaw will signal his recovery from shoulder surgery by playing for Harlequins against Newcastle on March 25. The former England captain […]

Leicester looking at Carnegie speedster

5 March 2017 0 comments

HAVING seen Ryan Burrows, their best forward, sign for Newcastle next season, Yorkshire Carnegie could be set to lose their most dangerous back with Leicester […]

Catterick chills out to put heat into Carnegie’s play-off bid

5 March 2017 0 comments

By JON NEWCOMBE Y Carnegie v London Irish A FEW weeks ago, this top-of-the-table clash looked almost certain to be a dress rehearsal for the […]

Saxons coach Bates to take top RFU job

5 March 2017 0 comments

RUGBY SHORTS FORMER England Saxons head coach Steve Bates has been named performance manager and international performance coach by the RFU. The former Wasps No.9 […]

Dom Waldouck weighing up the option of sabbatical

2 March 2017 0 comments

Eco-friendly centre Dominic Waldouck is unsure what role he will play for new-age Newcastle next season, if any, but appearing in the Varsity Match while […]

Sharks suffer a hammer blow with Addison injury

26 February 2017 1 comment

By JON NEWCOMBE SALE centre Will Addison looks set to miss the remainder of the season after breaking bones in his foot in yesterday’s clash […]

Deano is the key to Newcastle success

26 February 2017 0 comments

WHAT brilliant news that Newcastle have made such stellar signings for next season. Maxime Mermoz is a quality addition and a real sign of intent […]

Resilient Warriors fall short of a vital bonus

26 February 2017 0 comments

By COLIN NEWBOULT In the thick of it: Saints try-scorer Teimana Harrison PICTURES: Getty Images On the charge: Worcester centre Wynand Olivier TEAMS NORTHAMPTON: Tuala […]

Watson, Harris and Harris sign for Wasps

22 February 2017 0 comments

Newcastle wing Marcus Watson is one of three players to be joining Wasps ahead of the 2017/18 season. He will be joined by his Falcons […]

Mermoz: I’m back in love with game at Tigers

19 February 2017 0 comments

NICK VERDIER meets the France centre who has rediscovered his passion for the game The sea, the sun, the trophies, Maxime Mermoz appeared to have […]

CONFIRMED: Newcastle bring in Maxime Mermoz

16 February 2017 0 comments

As revealed in the Fissler Files on January 22, Newcastle have added title-winning credentials and proven international experience with the signing of French centre Maxime […]

Sorenson to call it a day at Bristol

15 February 2017 0 comments

Bristol stalwart Mark Sorenson has announced that he will retire from professional rugby at the end of the season. The 37-year-old arrived at the West […]

Dream Team: Mike Delany – Newcastle fly-half

13 February 2017 0 comments

1. Sone Taumalolo – My old Chiefs mate brings fear into the opposition but he’s actually a gentle giant and a very nice guy. Scores […]

Strauss for Falcons? No, he’s off to Toulouse

12 February 2017 1 comment

SCOTLAND No.8 Josh Strauss won’t be moving to Newcastle Falcons when his contract with Glasgow Warriors runs out at the end of the season. Less […]

DREAMTEAM

5 February 2017 1 comment

MIKE DELANY, THE NEWCASTLE & FORMER ALL BLACKS FLY-HALF, CHOOSES THE BEST XV HE HAS PLAYED WITH OR AGAINST… 1. Sone Taumalolo – My old […]

Tuilagi off to Toulon

16 January 2017 0 comments

Toulon have signed Alesana Tuilagi on a short-term deal as injury cover to Vincent Clerc. The former Leicester and Newcastle wing has moved to the […]

Scotland duo commit to Glasgow

11 January 2017 0 comments

Glasgow have confirmed that Scottish internationals Tommy Seymour and Tim Swinson have signed new deals to remain at the club. Winger Seymour has signed a […]

TV audience and attendance figures grow for Premiership

4 January 2017 0 comments

The Aviva Premiership has released figures to show significant increases in both attendances at games and live TV audiences. Crowds at games have improved by […]

Dream Team: Marcus Watson – Newcastle wing

26 December 2016 0 comments

1. Mako Vunipola – Known as ‘Bacon Ears’. My old housemate is not shy of a KFC. An awesome person to have on and off […]

Wasps statement after Connacht blunder

19 December 2016 0 comments

Wasps have issued the following response to EPCR’s statement yesterday, which clarified that a mistake was made by match officials in Wasps‘ game against Connacht […]

Newcastle sign London Welsh centre

16 December 2016 0 comments

Newcastle have signed London Welsh centre Nick Reynolds on a short-term deal until the end of the season. The 27-year-old will train with his new […]

20 Questions: Mike Delany – Newcastle fly-half

30 November 2016 0 comments

What did you make of the Anglo-Welsh Cup over the past two weeks? It was good to get a break and give some of the […]

Brookes hit with two-week ban

30 November 2016 0 comments

Northampton Saints and England prop Kieran Brookes has been banned for two weeks for making contact with the head of Newcastle‘s Scott Lawson at Franklin’s […]

Luther Burrell – I’m staying put to earn Test recall

25 November 2016 0 comments

Luther Burrell is aiming to rekindle his Test career with England after dismissing speculation linking him with a move to French giants Toulon. Toulon supremo […]

New Year verdict for London Irish’s London return

17 November 2016 0 comments

London Irish chief executive Bob Casey has revealed the club will discover in January if they will be allowed to ground share with Brentford at […]

Jeff Probyn: Saracens prove benefits of having home-grown talent

28 October 2016 0 comments

What an unusual start to Europe, with most of the French teams not turning up mentally and suffering the embarrassing consequences with six losses out of […]

James Hudson forced to retire

27 October 2016 0 comments

Gloucester have confirmed that second row James Hudson has retired from professional rugby with immediate effect having failed to overcome a serious knee injury. Hudson, […]

Wayward Mike Delany has Dave Walder’s confidence

23 October 2016 0 comments

Newcastle coach Dave Walder has backed Mike Delany to come good after the Kiwi’s disappointing start to the season in front of goal. Delany has […]

20 Questions: Perry Humphreys – Worcester wing

12 October 2016 0 comments

What a start for you this season? It’s been great so far. I ended up playing in all the games so far and scored three […]

Jimmy Gopperth re-signs with Wasps

12 October 2016 0 comments

Jimmy Gopperth has joined Dan Robson, Thomas Young and Kearnan Myall in signing a new contract with Wasps. The Kiwi playmaker is the Premiership‘s top […]

Dream Team: Ross Chisholm – Harlequins full-back

10 October 2016 0 comments

1. Joe Marler – I grew up playing with Joe at Haywards Heath where I was a year below him. He’s very good all-around whether […]

Saracens sign winger on short-term deal

4 October 2016 0 comments

Saracens have signed back Andrew Fenby on a short-term deal with immediate effect. The former London Irish player, who can play on the wing and […]

David Wilson leaves Bath to join Newcastle

23 September 2016 0 comments

David Wilson has left Bath and joined Newcastle with immediate effect. Capped 44 times by England, the 31-year-old tighthead had done the opposite journey seven […]

Newcastle agree permanent deal to sign Fred Burdon

22 September 2016 0 comments

Newcastle Falcons have agreed a permanent deal to sign centre Fred Burdon following a successful trial spell with the club. The 26-year-old came through the […]

Bristol bring in Rob Hawkins

7 September 2016 0 comments

Rob Hawkins has joined Bristol on a short-term deal as injury cover for Marc Jones. The hooker, who has had spells at Bath, Leicester and […]

Young Gun: Cameron Orr – Gloucester prop

26 August 2016 0 comments

As a young prop, improving at the set piece is paramount for Cameron Orr so it is no surprise he jumped at the opportunity to […]

Room 101: Harry Cochrane – Hartpury College scrum-half

25 August 2016 0 comments

1. Moaners I know this is a bit ironic but it’s probably my biggest pet hate. I’m a glass half-full type of person and get […]

Worcester Cavaliers fixture dates confirmed

22 August 2016 0 comments

Monday night rugby returns to Sixways in September as Worcester Cavaliers look forward to the 2016/17 Aviva A League campaign. The Warriors second-string side have […]

Dream Team: Tom Catterick – Newcastle fly-half

22 August 2016 0 comments

1. Mako Vunipola – I played England age goups with him and he’s an all-round ball carrier. He’s a proper scrummager and a grafter too. […]

Room 101: Jonny Coser – Harrogate flanker

11 August 2016 0 comments

1. Weather moaners This summer’s interchangeable weather has brought out all the people who moan about the weather in their droves. The very same people […]

Newcastle statement – Zach Kibirige

9 August 2016 0 comments

Newcastle Falcons have welcomed the not-guilty verdict in the trial of Zach Kibirige. The club have been aware of the allegations hanging over Zach since […]

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