Category Archives: Junior News

The Minis entertained Vale of Lune this weekend, while the Junior sides all faced Quarter final ties in the Blacksticks Lancashire cup competitions. The Under 7s had a strong squad of 26 players this weekend with Vale of Lune offering decent opposition. there were some excellent individual tries and the knowledge is growing about team […]

The weather relented for the second weekend in a row and Hoppers Minis teams travelled to Burnage, Fylde and Southport. 3 of the Junior teams were also in action: The Under 13s enjoyed their journey down the M61 turning in a try fest performance to win away at Eccles. With only just enough players due to […]

The weather took its toll again this weekend with all games and training on the main pitches at Hoppers being cancelled due to waterlogging. Some action did take place with Minis and Juniors in action against Waterloo. The Under 7’s hosted a strong squad from Waterloo at Tulketh but stood firm in defensive play. There […]

St Ambrose Seal Victory in Floodlit Cup Final St Ambrose College have been crowned Floodlit Cup Champions after seeing off Wirral Grammar School by 15 points to 5. The final took place at Lightfoot Green on the Wednesday evening, with both sides coming in to the game having put in stunning performances throughout the tournament. […]

The Minis were at home and hosted Kendal this weekend, with 3 of the Junior teams in the final pool games of the Blacksticks Blue Lancashire Cup, it was a busy weekend for Hoppers teams. All the Under 7’s players were able to enjoy some game time against Kendal. Half time talks ensured defensive play […]

The club is delighted to hear that former Hoppers Mini/Junior Jake Pope has been selected in the England Under 20’s Elite Player Squad for the forthcoming Six Nations tournament. Jake made his debut for England last season against France in Doncaster when he was named on the bench for the Under 18’s squad and is now with Sale […]

The UCLAN Under 16’s Floodlit Cup has reached the Semi-Final stage with the first game due to take place tomorrow evening at Lightfoot Green. There is no admission charge to come and watch the game which is a great chance to watch the next generation of talent from across the North West of England. Semi-Finals […]

Following an early morning pitch inspection, most of the Mini and Junior teams started the New Year with training sessions, however, there was some match action. The Under 14s lost out away at Southport 8-0 in a tight match between two closely matched sides, while the Under 15s lost out at home to an unbeaten […]

Congratulations to Jacob Browne who has been selected in the North of England Under 18 squad. Jacob is selected for the North alongside 6 of his Lancashire team mates. Nick Ashcroft & Tom Carleton – Kirkham GS & Wigan RUFC Jacob Browne – Hutton GS & Preston Grasshoppers RFC Michael Forrest – Ripley St Thomas & Vale of […]

Hoppers U18s players James Hesketh and Jacob Browne have both been selected to trial for the North Division, the next step on the ladder to selection for the England U18s side. James and Jacob are part of an 8 strong Lancashire contingent selected for the upcoming trials. Congratulations and best wishes to James and Jacob from […]