Hull RUFC travelled to Macclesfield for their second pre-season friendly on Saturday, and while they ran out comfortable 37-10 winners, the fixture was another chance for players to increase their match fitness. Full-back Reece Dean admits the friendlies are a nice break from the rigours of training each Tuesday and Thursday night. Dean also said… Continue reading Reece: Friendlies Are Helping Players Get New Combinations Right
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Gary: We’re Still Looking To Strengthen Squad
Director of Rugby Gary Pearce is still looking to add to his squad ahead of the season opener at Bishop's Stortford on Saturday, September 3. Joe Carlisle and Jack Edwards are two players already settling in at the club with others currently training at the club with a view to signing. Pearce will use the… Continue reading Gary: We’re Still Looking To Strengthen Squad
Edwards Excited By Two New Chapters
When Jack Edwards was asked if he would be interested in joining Hull RUFC in their first ever season in the third tier of English rugby, it was an easy decision to say yes. Especially as he was also offered a role on the coaching staff at Bishop Burton College at the same time. Edwards… Continue reading Edwards Excited By Two New Chapters
Hull Brush Off Cobwebs At Pocklington
An entertaining pre season practice match saw both sides looking to give their players a reintroduction to game conditions that can never be captured in training sessions. Pocklington were keen to make their mark and competed in all areas, but found Hull's scrummage and pace in the back division difficult to handle. Hull scored six… Continue reading Hull Brush Off Cobwebs At Pocklington
Will: Tough Pre-Season Is Worth It With Big Reward Waiting
Ask any player in whatever sport they play, and they will say pre-season is the worst part. It's seen as a necessary evil to get fitness levels up to what is required. For Hull RUFC, the last month or so has been tough going, and will continue to get tougher as their first ever fixture… Continue reading Will: Tough Pre-Season Is Worth It With Big Reward Waiting