Rugby Union news from the Liverpool Daily Post

A true rugby man would have quit by now – Probyn Nov 04 2011

FAR from signalling a ceasefire in hostilities at Twickenham, former England prop Jeff Probyn hopes the removal of Martyn Thomas is the first of several departures from the Rugby Football Union.Read

Caldy closing in on top sprt ahead of trip to Bromsgrove Nov 04 2011

CALDY could find themselves at the top of National Two North League tomorrow if they make a fruitful trip to the Midlands.Read

Martyn Thomas to stand down from RFU chief executive position Nov 03 2011

THE Rugby Football Union’s acting chief executive Martyn Thomas is to leave his post on December 16, the governing body have confirmed following a board meeting at Twickenham.Read

St Helens legend makes the Long hop to union Nov 02 2011

FORMER Great Britain rugby league international Sean Long has switched codes to join National League Two North outfit Preston Grasshoppers.Read

LSH’s seven wonders face biggest test of the season Nov 02 2011

LIVERPOOL St Helens face their biggest test of the season so far this Saturday when travelling from Moss Lane to Moss Farm, the home of Northwich.Read

Past perfect for New Brighton RUFC Nov 02 2011

NEW BRIGHTON responded to a past players re-union at Hartsfield with a solid display to post a 24-7 victory over Winnington Park in South Lancashire/Cheshire One League.Read

Jones delight with effort as Birkenhead Park bounce back Nov 02 2011

BIRKENHEAD PARK maintained their unbeaten home record with a 29-10 bonus point victory over West Hartlepool in National Three North.Read

Henry eyes Europe but plays down RFU link Nov 02 2011

OUTGOING New Zealand coach Graham Henry has admitted a job in Europe would be “stimulating and challenging,” but played down reports linking him with a role at the Rugby Football Union (RFU).Read

Wales avoid a Rolland reunion Nov 02 2011

ALAIN ROLLAND has been spared any involvement in Wales’ RBS 6 Nations campaign.Read

One tough draw for Anslemians Nov 02 2011

ANSELMIANS gave away a potential win on Saturday with some last minute indiscipline in the 14-14 draw with Aspatria.Read

Chester RUFC looking to burn a hole in their sudden slump Nov 02 2011

CHESTER are trying to put their finger on what has suddenly gone wrong in National Three North.Read

Coach criticises Waterloo’s lack of effort and leadership Nov 02 2011

FROM the euphoria of the previous week to utter dross last Saturday as Waterloo’s the game against Altrincham Kersal was without doubt their worst performance of the season so far.Read

RFU set to debate Johnson future Nov 02 2011

A CLEARER picture of the future for England manager Martin Johnson may emerge tomorrow when the Rugby Football Union management board convene.Read

Dylan Hartley insists that England’s players are backing Martin Johnson Nov 01 2011

DYLAN HARTLEY insists Martin Johnson retains the full support of England’s players.Read

Waterloo RUFC lose to lowly Altrincham Kersal Oct 31 2011

WATERLOO lost to bottom of National Three North Altrincham Kersal in what was probably their worst performance of the season.Read

Birkenhead Park stick to task as they earn sixth victory in National Three North Oct 31 2011

BIRKENHEAD PARK were made to fight extremely hard for this sixth victory in National Three North.Read

Anselmians RUFC share 14-14 draw against Aspatria Oct 31 2011

ANSELMIANS got off to a good start and had most of the possession, but on their first visit to the Anselmians’ 22, Aspatria managed to go over in the corner and take 5-0 lead.Read