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With more than 170 fixtures postponed across the South West due to relentless wet weather, league schedules are under growing pressure and rearrangements are mounting. Clubs are being encouraged to plan ahead by securing Artificial Grass Pitches (AGPs), which offer reliable, all-weather playing surfaces and limited peak-season availability. Proactive booking could prove vital in keeping competitions on track. 🔗https://www.englandrugby.com/run/club-management/facilities/booking-agp

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Berks, Bucks & Oxon Rugby is recruiting volunteer League Secretaries to help oversee competitions, support clubs and ensure leagues run smoothly across the season. The flexible role requires around 1–2 hours per week during the playing season, plus review meetings, with full training and guidance provided. If you’re organised, fair and passionate about grassroots rugby, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. See attached PDF for full details.

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The new BBO Rugby website offers a clean, modern platform for fixtures, results, club news, and league insight, including updates from the RFU, SW Rugby, and the wider game. Designed for easy navigation, it helps clubs stay connected with match information and team insights. With improved performance and a mobile‑friendly layout, it delivers a faster, more engaging experience for the BBO Rugby community. We will look at adding additional capability over the coming months.

This mid-season briefing provides important updates for clubs across the RFU Men’s Leagues, including confirmation of the 2026/27 National League 2 structure, league allocation criteria, play-off details, Community Cup dates and travel funding, promotion and relegation clarification, transfer deadline reminders, GMS registration changes, and guidance on walkovers, postponements and abandoned matches

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Chesham RFC have been recognised as Buckinghamshire’s Team of the Month, celebrating their strong performances and outstanding club spirit. A well‑deserved honour for a club showing consistency, commitment, and real momentum. 🔗 Chesham RFC Website: https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/cheshamrugbyclub/

Reading RFC have been recognised as Berkshire’s Team of the Month after a strong run of January performances and impressive club spirit. A well‑earned accolade for a side showing real growth, commitment, and momentum. 🔗 Reading RFC Website: https://readingrugby.club/

Henley RFC have been crowned Oxfordshire Team of the Month for January, recognising their strong performances and outstanding commitment. A well‑deserved honour for a club continuing to impress across the county. 🔗 Henley RFC Website: https://henleyrugbyclub.co.uk/

Following recent weather postponements, a briefing has been issued outlining the 2025/26 South West Rugby requirements for cancelling and rescheduling fixtures (PDF linked below) Fixtures must not be postponed without League Secretary approval. Notification deadlines and communication protocols apply, and games will normally move to the next available weekend. Any questions should be addressed to your relevant League Secretary.

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Banbury RFC 2nd XV delivered a strong December, highlighted by a powerful 95–17 away win over Witney 3rd XV, showcasing depth, determination, and attacking quality across the squad. A standout month worthy of Team of the Month recognition. 🔗 Banbury RFC Website: https://www.banburyrufc.com/

Buckingham RFC closed out December with strong performances and impressive squad momentum. Their commitment and consistency across the month earned them well‑deserved recognition as Buckinghamshire’s Team of the Month. 🔗 Buckingham RFC Website: https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/buckingham

Windsor RFC 2nd XV produced strong December performances, showing determination and progress across the squad. Their continued effort and team spirit capped off a positive month and set a solid foundation heading into the new year. 🔗 Windsor RFC Website: https://www.windsorrugbyclub.com/

Witney RFC 3rd XV claimed Oxfordshire’s November Team of the Month after a strong run of performances. Their form, consistency, and commitment across the squad made them standout winners recognised by the South West RFU. 🔗 Witney RFC Website: https://www.witneyrugby.co.uk/

Milton Keynes RFC have been recognised as Buckinghamshire’s Team of the Month for November after a series of strong performances and excellent squad cohesion. Their consistent form and commitment across the club made them standout winners for the month. 🔗 Milton Keynes RFC Website: https://mkrufc.com/

Tadley 2nd XV earned Berkshire’s November Team of the Month after an outstanding run of results that propelled them to the top of the table. Their consistency, drive, and strong performances made them clear winners for the month. 🔗 Tadley RFC Website: https://tadleyrfc.rfu.club/teams