Rugby

Teenage Crewe and Nantwich rugby star earns call up to elite club

Teenage Crewe and Nantwich rugby star earns call up to elite club

By Jonathan White
A talented Crewe and Nantwich rugby player has been chosen to receive training at an elite level club.

Christine Lawson, aged 17, from Crewe, started playing rugby only two years ago.

March 13, 2018
Walking Rugby to be held at Crewe & Nantwich RUFC

Walking Rugby to be held at Crewe & Nantwich RUFC

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC and Sale Sharks have teamed up to stage their first Walking Rugby event.

They hope launching this version of the game will attract new members to the club based at the Vagrants in Willaston.

March 11, 2018
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC Ladies march on with victory over Chester

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC Ladies march on with victory over Chester

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC Ladies maintained their push for the league title with a comfortable 29-0 win away at Chester Devas.

The Vagrants side are now just one point behind Didsbury in Women’s NC North West 1 division.

February 19, 2018
Malbank pupils in Nantwich relish Twickenham rugby experience

Malbank pupils in Nantwich relish Twickenham rugby experience

Pupils from Malbank School and Sixth Form College enjoyed a day to remember at Twickenham when they paraded as flagbearers on the pitch ahead of England’s NatWest 6 Nations clash with Wales.

The students were given the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity thanks to their involvement in the CBRE All Schools programme this season.

February 13, 2018
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC Ladies surge on with 15-0 victory at Carlisle

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC Ladies surge on with 15-0 victory at Carlisle

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC Ladies continued their formidable form with a hard-fought 15-0 win on the road at Carlisle.

The victory keeps the Vagrants side hot on the heels of league leaders Didsbury, just five points ahead.

January 29, 2018
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC Ladies aim for top spot ahead of Carlisle clash

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC Ladies aim for top spot ahead of Carlisle clash

Crewe and Nantwich RUFC’s in-form ladies team are gunning for top spot this weekend when they take on Carlisle.

The ladies have powered their way up to second place in the North West 1 league with some fine performances at home and on the road.

January 24, 2018
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC to stage Activ8 rugby experience day

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC to stage Activ8 rugby experience day

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC has teamed up with Everybody Sport Ability to host a special Activ8 rugby experience day.

The Ability for All programme at the Vagrants ground on Newcastle Road on February 3, will give participants a fun filled afternoon of rugby.

January 8, 2018
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC ladies face top of table clash

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC ladies face top of table clash

High-flying Crewe & Nantwich RUFC Ladies face their biggest test of the season this weekend.

The Vagrants side are second in their league after another fine victory on the road on Saturday.

December 4, 2017
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Crewe & Nantwich RUFC bounce back from cup defeat

By Gwil Roberts
Crewe & Nantwich 1sts bounced back from their cup disappointment to record another bonus point win in the league, beating Old Saltlians 39–19.

The bonus point win tightens Crewe’s grip on second place in the RFU Midlands 2 West (North) Division – seven points ahead of Spartans and only three behind league leaders Whitchurch.

November 27, 2017
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC crash out of Intermediate Cup at Droitwich

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC crash out of Intermediate Cup at Droitwich

By Gwil Roberts
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC’s interest in the RFU Intermediate Cup came to an end when they crashed out by losing 34 -10 at Droitwich RFC.

Crewe travelled to Worcestershire expecting a tough game, with Droitwich currently top of their league.

November 19, 2017
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC girls’ teams flourish at Vagrants club

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC girls’ teams flourish at Vagrants club

Girls rugby is taking off in style at Crewe & Nantwich after the Vagrants club achieved a historic first.

Every age group at the club was represented at matches for the first time at the weekend as the U13 and U15 girls played their first matches.

November 14, 2017
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC 1sts blitz Newcastle 51-12

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC 1sts blitz Newcastle 51-12

Crewe & Nantwich maintained early season promotion form with a fine 12-51 away win at Newcastle (Staffs) RUFC.

It cemented their second spot in Midlands 2 West (North) Division.

November 12, 2017
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC beat Ludlow RFC 45-33

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC beat Ludlow RFC 45-33

By Gwil Roberts
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC clawed their way back from 12 points down for another fine win against Ludlow, 45-33.

Ludlow, in 8th place, arrived at second place Crewe desperate for points to avoid being dragged into a relegation battle.

November 5, 2017