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Toulon 16 Clermont Auvergne 15: Wilkinson hailed as Kennedy makes switch pay

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:21:29 GMT

Nick Kennedy described winning the Heineken Cup as the pinnacle of his career and a vindication of his decision to move to Toulon last summer.

Promotion realistic for Carnegie next season – Hampson

Tue, 14 May 2013 07:18:43 GMT

Academy product Craig Hampson has reinforced the growing view from within Leeds Carnegie that their group of young, homegrown players can win promotion to the Premiership next season.

Gatland warns Lions about the dangers of trying to take it easy and increasing chance of injury

Tue, 14 May 2013 07:05:08 GMT

British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland believes those members of his squad who still have club commitments could be disadvantaged at the start of the tour Down Under, but has told them not to hold back when appearing for their respective sides.

Wigan’s glory proves inspiration as Saints stun Saracens

Mon, 13 May 2013 07:18:17 GMT

Northampton stunned Saracens 27-13 to reach their first Premiership final after being inspired by Wigan’s FA Cup heroics – and memories of their own Heineken Cup nightmare.

Leeds committed to homegrown policy despite play-off heartache

Mon, 13 May 2013 07:03:36 GMT

Leeds Carnegie chief executive Gary Hetherington says the club will not sacrifice the policy of generating their own talent in the pursuit of promotion to the Premiership.

Newcastle Falcons 15 Leeds Carnegie 6: Future still looks bright for Leeds despite loss to Falcons

Sun, 12 May 2013 16:14:14 GMT

Two years ago, Leeds and Newcastle finished level on points at the bottom of the Premiership – but it was the Yorkshire club who were relegated by virtue of an inferior points difference.

Care aiming to prove point  to selectors

Fri, 10 May 2013 22:03:12 GMT

LEEDS Carnegie product Danny Care warned Leicester that Harlequins will not be prepared to relinquish their Aviva Premiership title without a fight ahead of today’s semi-final showdown at Welford Road.

Carnegie ready to come of age as Falcons pose daunting test

Fri, 10 May 2013 22:03:03 GMT

Leeds Carnegie stand on the verge of one of the greatest achievements in their short history tomorrow, but try telling that to the players and officials at the Headingley club.

Lancaster provides chance for players to impress

Thu, 09 May 2013 07:07:25 GMT

Stuart Lancaster has revealed how he showed his England players videos of their past five victories just 24 hours after their Six Nations grand slam hopes came crashing to earth.

Care rested as Clark earns England’s Argentina call

Wed, 08 May 2013 13:30:58 GMT

Leeds-born scrum-half Danny Care has been rested for England’s summer tour to Argentina with Calum Clark included by head coach Stuart Lancaster.

Leeds Carnegie 24 Newcastle Falcons 19: Burrows has Leeds dreaming of play-off success

Tue, 07 May 2013 07:29:51 GMT

The 600th game in the history of Leeds Carnegie is one that will be recalled for many a day with great pride by all at the club.

Leeds Carnegie 24 Newcastle Falcons 19: Advantage Leeds in play-off semi-final

Mon, 06 May 2013 17:38:54 GMT

Leeds Carnegie turned the Championship promotion race on its head with a thrilling win over favourites Newcastle Falcons.

Nick Westby: British sport’s next big rivalry  pedals away on Italian adventure

Mon, 06 May 2013 10:09:19 GMT

The next great rivalry within British sport has begun.

Poor start proves Bridlington’s downfall despite late fightback

Mon, 06 May 2013 09:58:28 GMT

Bridlington’s Intermediate Cup adventure ended at the hands of Brighton at Twickenham on Saturday.

Baildon overpowered by Newent to leave them with no chance of repeat

Sun, 05 May 2013 22:11:44 GMT

BAILDON’S hopes of back-to-back wins in the RFU Junior Vase final ended in disappointment at Twickenham as Newent comprehensively overpowered them to claim eight tries and take the trophy back to Gloucestershire.

Leeds Carnegie v Newcastle Falcons: All the pressure is on Falcons, says Edwards as Leeds aim to spring upset at Headingley

Sun, 05 May 2013 22:11:01 GMT

Having shown his mischievous side already in the build-up to today’s play-off semi-final first leg, Diccon Edwards has now tried his hand at reverse psychology.

Finals day is magical as Selby fly flag for Yorkshire

Sun, 05 May 2013 22:10:51 GMT

Three teams from Yorkshire embarked on a memorable journey to Twickenham for the RFU Cup finals on Saturday – but it was only Selby who returned home triumphant.

Finals day shows strength of game around Yorkshire

Fri, 03 May 2013 22:11:32 GMT

For the second successive season, Yorkshire will be represented by three teams in the Rugby Football Union cup finals at Twickenham today.

progression is obvious to see, says mcgeechan

Fri, 03 May 2013 22:11:11 GMT

Sir Ian McGeechan believes Leeds Carnegie’s late-season surge proves they are once again fit for a genuine promotion challenge, writes Nick Westby.

Union fans in Yorkshire urged to support World Cup

Fri, 03 May 2013 07:02:48 GMT

Sir Ian McGeechan has urged the city of Leeds to embrace the Rugby World Cup in 2015 after it was announced that Elland Road will be one of 13 stadiums used for the tournament.