Hoppers’ Damp Squib Finish
In the only game to escape the weather on the last week of the season, Hoppers failed to sign off with a win. In fact the occasion put them in party mood, all eleven players turning their arms over and visitors Whittingham & Goosnargh, despite being two men short – one batted twice, took advantage […]
3rd/4th XV welcome Ruskin Park and Bails
A mixed 3rd and 4th XV welcome newly promoted South Lancashire & Cheshire 1 side Ruskin Park to Lightfoot Green this Saturday with kick off at 3pm. Ruskin Park are coached by Hoppers legend Paul Bailey who played 172 times for the 1st XV scoring 1021 points. Paul joined Hoppers in 1999 and played 8 seasons […]
CRB renewals
Calling all Coaches and Managers, if you need to renew your CRB clearance, Jane Lyth will be in the Clubhouse on Wednesday 26th September between 6:30pm and 8:00pm to help you complete your CRB forms. Any new coaches / volunteers can also apply for their clearance at the same time, don’t forget to bring your […]
Lough in the LEP
New 1st XV head coach Mike Lough was interviewed in the LEP on Friday about his appointment to the position. In the article Mike talks about his affinity with Preston, his contribution to the successful promotion campaign in 1999 and his thoughts about the upcoming season. You can read the full article here. http://www.lep.co.uk/sport/other-sports/aussie-who-feels-right-at-home-1-4823350