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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
12 minutes ago1 min read


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
18 hours ago2 min read


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
2 days ago3 min read


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


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


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


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


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


University Rugby Development Day 2025
This season's development day on Saturday 19th April 2025 will celebrate all that is great about university rugby.

England Rugby Universities
Mar 61 min read


RFU Nationwide Engagement Tour – University specific session
In partnership with the RFU, we have coordinated a specific engagement online event for the University Sector on Tuesday 11 March 3pm.

England Rugby Universities
Feb 215 min read


Recruiting for SRFU Company Secretary
The SRFU are seeking an experienced individual to join our Board of Trustees as the new Company Secretary of the Students’ RFU.

England Rugby Universities
Jan 221 min read


Martin Webdale appointed England Students Head Coach
The SRU is pleased to announce that Martin Webdale has been appointed as the new Head Coach of the England Students Programme.

Will Gupwell
Jan 172 min read


England Students Programme Update
An update on the England Students Men's side returning in May 2025, and our plans to explore establishing a Women's programme.

Will Gupwell
Jan 102 min read


Recruiting for Honorary Head Coach, England Students Men’s
The SRFU are seeking an experienced and visionary Honorary Head Coach to lead our England Students Men's team.

Elly White
Nov 5, 20244 min read


Darren Fearn to step down as England Students Men’s Head Coach
After an incredible six seasons as part of the England Students Men’s coaching team, Head Coach Darren Fearn has announced his plans to...

Elly White
Nov 1, 20242 min read


England Under 20’s crowned World Champions for the first time since 2016
Will Gupwell, SRFU Digital Content Officer, reflects on England Under 20's World Championship victory and the university players involved.

Will Gupwell
Jul 23, 20242 min read


University Player Registration Webinar
Mandatory player registration coming this 2024/25 season The SRFU AGM on 11 June was immediately followed by a Player Registration...

England Rugby Universities
Jun 25, 20241 min read


Katy Storie announced as new RFU Council Member at SRFU AGM
The Students’ Rugby Football Union Members voted to ratify recommendations from the Trustee Board. Over 30 university members joined the...

England Rugby Universities
Jun 25, 20242 min read


Students’ Rugby Football Union pays tribute to Derek Morgan
It is with great sadness that the Students’ Rugby Football Union pays tribute to Derek Morgan, one of the SRFU and England Students'...

Will Gupwell
May 30, 20243 min read


Students' RFU AGM 2023/24
All Students' RFU member universities and clubs are invited to the online SRFU AGM, Tuesday 11 June at 13.00-14.00pm. Straight after...
three2studio
May 10, 20241 min read
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