As we enter the final stages of the season—with rearranged fixtures, weather-affected pitches, and cup competitions placing extra demands on clubs and volunteers, Hampshire RFU wishes to acknowledge the tremendous effort being made across the county to keep rugby being played. However, alongside these pressures, we have also seen an increase in incidents of unauthorised […]
Hampshire RFU is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with Powder Monkey Brewing, who will become the official sponsor of the Hampshire RFU Board and our Lead Volunteers. This partnership brings together two organisations united by shared values of community, commitment, and continuous improvement. Powder Monkey Brewing, based in Gosport, is built on a deep respect for […]
An amazing weekend of rugby, smiles, and muddy fun showcased the incredible depth and spirit of girls’ rugby across Hampshire, from the newest and youngest players at the Love Rugby Festival to the talented U16s Girls on the England Pathway. At Basingstoke RFC, over 40 U8–U11 girls from Hampshire, Berkshire, and Surrey came together for […]
Hampshire RFU is excited to announce the launch of an innovative new initiative aimed at empowering the next generation of rugby leaders across the county: the Young Rugby Ambassadors (YRA) Pilot Programme. This pilot programme will bring young voices into the heart of rugby development, giving aspiring young players a platform to influence youth rugby […]
CB Representative Programme – Game 2 18th Jan 2026 Dartfordians’ RFC, Bexley, Kent Hampshire U18 Girls were narrowly beaten 20–10 by a strong Kent side in the second fixture of the CB Representative Programme, played at Dartfordians’ RFC in Bexley. Kent made the stronger start and capitalised on early momentum, crossing for three tries in […]
Hampshire RFU is delighted to welcome Alatar Ltd as the new sponsor of the Hampshire U18 Girls representative squad for the 2025 season. Based in Hampshire, Alatar Ltd is an independent consultancy specialising in executive leadership, strategy development, innovation, and project delivery. Founded by Commodore Steve Prest following his retirement from the Royal Navy in 2024, the company’s mission […]
Hampshire RFU is proud to announce the launch of our new Strategy 2025–2028, marking an important milestone in our ongoing commitment to strengthen rugby across the county – from grassroots participation to representative performance. This strategy sets a clear direction for the next three years, built on a foundation of simplicity, integrity, and accountability. It […]
Hampshire RFU is pleased to announce the appointment of Shane Castle as its new Revenue Generation Consultant, as part of the county’s ambitious 18‑month pilot project to support grassroots clubs in becoming more financially resilient. This initiative, one of only 2 pilots in Constituent Bodies in England, is funded by the RFU and fully aligns […]
Hampshire U18 Boys produced an encouraging and spirited performance in their recent fixture against Sussex, despite a narrow and heart-breaking defeat in the final play of the game. Hampshire started superbly, dominating possession and creating multiple early opportunities. The squad’s attacking shape and tempo repeatedly stretched the Sussex defence, and the side could easily have […]
Last week, Hampshire RFU welcomed club representatives to the Annual Financial General Meeting (AFGM) and Clubs Meeting at Romsey RFC. It was a great turn out, with 38 club volunteers representing 19 Hampshire clubs, engaging in the current and future plans of Hampshire RFU. The presentation shared at the event can be found below, along […]
