Heath RUFC

31/08/2026

🏉 SATURDAY'S FIXTURES 🏉

Both senior sides are in action this weekend.

1st XV
Our first ever fixture at level 4 sees us traveling over to Preston Grasshoppers
📍 Lightfoot Green Lane, Preston, PR4 0AP
🕝 Kick-off: 2.30pm

Hawks
The Hawks have their first pre-season friendly at home against Halifax RUFC
📍 North Dean
🕑 Kick-off: 2pm

24/08/2026

We’re in The Rugby Paper!

💪 ⚠️ Chris Johnson is ready to keep lacing up his boots at 39 but has warned his Heath side they must learn how to bounce back from defeats as they embark on their first-ever campaign in National League Rugby Two North.

The Halifax side have enjoyed a remarkable rise through the divisions and stormed to the Regional One North East title last season, winning 21 of their 22 matches to earn a historic promotion.

However, player-coach Johnson knows life will be considerably tougher at level four and believes how his players respond to setbacks could define their debut campaign.

Johnson told The Rugby Paper: “We’ve talked about it because this team is used to winning.”

“Over the last four years since I joined the club, we’ve finished fourth, third, second and first.

“We are going to lose some games this year, but it’s about the manner in which we go about our business...

24/08/2026

Jake continuing from last season showing the pace that got him 28 tries.

22/08/2026

Many thanks to Sale FC Rugby for hosting us last night. A tough night against higher‑ranked opposition, but plenty of positives to take. The lads stuck at it, learned a lot, and came away with some valuable kick‑off practice.

Next up its Preston Grasshoppers on 5th September.

22/08/2026

21/08/2026

💥Squad News 💥

Tonight we make the trip over to take on National 1 outfit Sale FC Rugby in a tough pre‑season hit‑out, the perfect early test for the group and a chance for the coaches to see where we’re at.

The coaching team have named a 25‑man squad for tonight’s clash with a mixture of youth and experience.
Safe travels to everyone heading over.

Reminder
No fixture tomorrow for the Hawks, and the clubhouse will be closed due to a private function.

19/08/2026

The toughest test yet!

On Friday night we ramp up our preparation for National League Rugby with our toughest challenge of pre‑season with a trip to Sale FC Rugby, one of the oldest clubs in the game.

The game will see our Head Coach Chris Johnson back in familiar territory as he has previously made over 100 appearances for "The Dogs".

The action starts at 7.30pm.

Please note - Saturday's planned Hawks fixture at Harrogate Pythons RUFC has been rescheduled to 19th September.

#𝐍𝐚𝐭𝟐

14/08/2026

📣Squad News

Tomorrow we have our first hit‑out of the 26/27 campaign as we welcome Eccles RFC to North Dean.

The coaches have named a large squad as they look to spread minutes across the group and we’ve got eight lads making their Heath debuts.

And theres more for you supporters
Pie & Peas £5
Pints of Bud Light or Aspall Cider just £2

🕑 2pm KO
🍺 Bar open from 12pm

13/08/2026

💥Re-Signing News!💥

Sunter sparks back into action.

We've deliberately left some of the more popular re-signing announcements til last, here's the first of that batch...... live wire Eddie Sunter.

Eddie is a valuable member of the squad who makes an impact on and off the field. However we lose him for parts of the year when he’s away changing light bulbs on boats, a niche skill set that continues to baffle everyone at the club. He does however manage to get shore-leave when theres a club social on.

Great to have you locked in again, Eddie.

13/08/2026

Weekend Bar Staff Required

We are seeking reliable bar staff aged 18 years old or over to support weekend shifts at the club. The role includes serving members and visitors during matchdays, maintaining high customer‑service standards, and contributing to the welcoming atmosphere our club is known for.

If interested please either message this page or call the club on 01422 372920.