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University Rugby Update: October 2025
Welcome to your latest University Rugby Update!

England Rugby Universities
12 hours ago3 min read
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Spotlight: University of Manchester Women's Rugby Union Club
This month, we’re spotlighting UMWRFC and their inclusive approach to rugby, welcoming new players to the game.

Elly White
Oct 233 min read
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University Rugby Update: First of the 2025/26 season
Together, the RFU and SRFU are here to keep you in the loop with the latest tools, insights, opportunities, and offers designed to support everyone involved in the university rugby community.

England Rugby Universities
Oct 24 min read
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Spotlight: England Students shine on their long-awaited return
This month's spotlight is on the return of the England Students Women's programme, with their first match in 20 years.

Elly White
Oct 22 min read
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Behind the scenes at the England Students men’s camp
Students of the Rose is the first ever full behind-the-scenes documentary following an England Students men’s camp.

Will Gupwell
Sep 261 min read
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Shining a spotlight on students from underrepresented communities
Are you interested in improving visibility in rugby? Are you passionate about making a positive change? The Student’s RFU have created a...

England Rugby Universities
Sep 241 min read
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Player Registration Webinar Series – Be Ready to Play
Join us for a focused webinar series designed to support university players and university club administrators through the now mandatory player registration process.

England Rugby Universities
Sep 111 min read
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England Students dominate UKAF on their long awaited return
The England Students Women’s team secure a 74-22 victory over the UKAF Women's Rugby team in their first game back for 20 years.

Will Gupwell
Aug 92 min read
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England Students Women’s squad named for fixture against UK Armed forces side
England Students Women’s Head Coach Andrew Ford has named his 23-player squad to face the UKAF on Friday evening

Will Gupwell
Aug 71 min read
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Volunteer with Impact: Become the SRFU University Club Development Lead
Are you passionate about rugby and ready to help shape the future of the university game? The Students’ Rugby Football Union (SRFU) is...

England Rugby Universities
Jul 161 min read
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Amber Reed joins as an assistant coach for the England Students Women’s programme
The Student’s Rugby Football Union (SRFU) is pleased to announce that Amber Reed will be joining as an assistant coach for the England Students Women’s programme.

Will Gupwell
Jul 83 min read
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The England Students fell just short in Terrasson to a strong French Universities outfit in a 42-31 defeat.
Tries from Will Rampley, Rhys Price, Josiah Edwards-Giroud just wasn’t enough to get over the line against the hosts. Morgan Meredith...

Will Gupwell
May 252 min read
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STUDENTS’ RUGBY FOOTBALL UNION - AGM 2025
The Student’s RFU (SRFU) is the Constituent Body of the RFU specifically for the university sector. Please join us for the SRFU AGM...

England Rugby Universities
May 161 min read
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England Students Men’s Squad named for fixture against France Universities
England Students Men’s Head Coach Martin Webdale has selected his 23-player squad to face France Universities at the Stade Beaudry Stadium in Terrasson-Lavilledieu on 24 May 2025.Â

Elly White
May 152 min read
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England Students Women’s Programme Executive roles announced
The Students’ Rugby Football Union (SRFU) is pleased to announce that Andrew Ford has been appointed as the Head Coach of the newly re-established England Students Programme, alongside Poppy Leitch as his assistant coach. Charlotte Ankerstjerne will join as Team Manager for the programme, finishing the set-up in a critical role.

Will Gupwell
May 143 min read
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University Rugby Awards 2025 – Winners and Commended
We are delighted to announce the winners and highly commended nominations for the 2025 University Rugby Awards.

Elly White
Apr 252 min read
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Executive volunteer roles for England Students Women
The SRFU is recruiting for two key volunteer roles: team manager and head coach to support the England Students Women's programme.

England Rugby Universities
Apr 131 min read
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England Students Women’s Programme re-established
The Students Rugby Football Union are pleased to announce the re-establishment of an England Students Women's programme, which initially ran for over a decade from the mid-1990s.

Will Gupwell
Apr 113 min read
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University Rugby Awards 2025 - Shortlisted Entries
The SRFU are excited to announce the 2025 University Rugby Awards shortlist!

England Rugby Universities
Apr 103 min read
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Recruiting for Digital Content Officer volunteer
We're on the lookout for a Digital Content Officer volunteer. Gain experience working in sport and share your passion for rugby!

Elly White
Mar 211 min read
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