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2021 |
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DECEMBER |
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CHRISTMAS MESSAGE FROM THE CLUB |
24.12.21
We just wanted to take the opportunity to drop everyone a quick note
to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, and
hope that we all have a 2022 that brings even more cheer than 2021
didWhether you are a player, a coach, a social member, a parent, or
just someone who loves coming to the rugby club, this can only be
described as another funny old year. However, despite the problems,
there have still been many positives. For example, we have increased
our junior playing numbers from 131 to 168, reformed the Open Age
team and created the new master’s social team and not forgetting the
Rugby Tots which has pushed our playing numbers to nearly 250
registered players is a great achievement to all involved.
We would like to thank Jo and Jess for the refurbishment work done and
the positive changes to the Sports & Social Club and it has returned
to the club we once knew and where again we can enjoy a meet up and
a cold drink with teammates, friends, and family.
At the end of 2020 we had a meeting with Liam and Craig with the
view of looking at reforming the Open Age team after a near 4-year
absence, well it couldn’t have gone any better, what amazing
achievement to go through their first season back undefeated and
crowned division champions, well done to Roy and Adam and the rest
of the open age team and hopefully another successful season awaits
them.
I would also like to congratulate Chris, Danny, Paul and the whole
U14 playing squad as they also went through the season undefeated
and crowned champions. well done all involved, also within the U14s
personal congratulations go to the following players who have
secured scholarship places with Wakefield Trinity, Ewan Molyneux,
George & Riley Britton, Oliver McCraw, Alfie Briggs, James Astin and
Sam Mackenzie, well done all.
This year also saw the introduction of the master’s team for players
35yrs or older and this again has been another great success not
only for ourselves but also for the Sports & Social Club on a social
aspect.
In September saw our annual fundraiser for the club which this year
was the Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge. We managed to complete it
within the 12hrs target and raised nearly £1600 which will be used
again to buy equipment for all our teams.
In 2022 we look forward to having lots fun events up at the club, we
want to build on what we have achieved this year. If you have any
suggestions or ideas, please step forward and let us know. Let’s
make the coming season a rugby fun filled year to remember. We look
forward to welcoming old and new faces back up to Ranger Park in
2022.
We are a Rugby family and I urge you all to do what you can to reach
out to one another just to say “Hi. How are you? “. That call might
make someone’s day. Just knowing that there’s someone else out there
thinking about them will make a difference.
Please do all that you can to keep yourselves and others safe. Have
a good break, be kind to yourselves and to others and be there for
each other.
It is the RANGERS way.
Shaun & Zara (Chairman and Secretary of Stanley Rangers ARLFC)
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UNDER 15S THROUGH TO THE CUP QUARTER FINAL |
14.12.21
 The
Under 15s march on in the Cup competition with a good win over Lock Lane
which puts them into the semi finals of the BARLA Under 15s Yorkshire
Cup . They will take on local rivals Oulton Raiders on January 9th 2022. Well done!
Congratulations
to our Under 15s who beat Featherstone Lions 18-4 in the BARLA Yorkshire
Under 15s Cup on Sunday 12th December. This now puts our team into the
quarter finals of the Cup. They have been drawn at home against local
rivals Lock Lane on Sunday 19th December, kick off to be announced.
Come along and give the team your support! |
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CLUB OPEN ON BOXING DAY AFTERNOON |
24.12.21
 The clubhouse will be open on Boxing Day
afternoon. December's lucky number draw will take place, with 3 cash
prizes of £150, £100 and £50, along with bottles of wine as more prizes.
This is a good chance to meet up and see old friends! |
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CHRISTMAS SHOPPING TO HELP RANGERS |
14.12.21
 It's
full-on Xmas shopping in the next few weeks and there's a way to help
the club when you're shopping online. All you have to do is go to the
Easyfundraising page and select us as your cause:
https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/stanley-rangers-arlfc/?q=Stanley+Rangers+&cat=cause-autosuggest&fbclid=IwAR3eMlSdeQ8Hn8R2PUGUQW0Hg1t-4C9J4mQSFBwU9YOdPWxjfRExFsntblo
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CALLING ALL UNDER 18s |
14.12.21
Stanley Rangers are recruiting for an Under 18s
team. Our Under 16s, who have had a really successful season are now
ready to step up to the under 18s team, so if you want to carry
on with your rugby why not come down to the club and train with a great
bunch of lads and a warm welcome. For more information contact
stanleyrangers1919@outlook.com or via the website at
stanleyrangers@aol.com.
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WOMEN PLAYERS WANTED! |
14.12.21
 Stanley
Rangers Womens are still recruiting players at all levels - from
"playerd before" to "never having touched a rugby ball".
Stanley Rangers
is a family club with fully qualified coaches and age groups from the
under 7s to Masters.
Training is on Monday evenings at 6.45pm or
Fridays at 7pm for girls and women over 16 years of age, at Stanley
Rangers Sports and Social Club, Lee Moor Road, Stanley, WF3 4EP.
So why not come down to the club tonight and
have a go? |
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PLAYERS WANTED! |
14.12..21
 We are on the look out for players in school years 7 and
8 to come along and boost our 11s and 12s teams squad numbers.
11s train Monday and Wednesday 6.15pm
12s train Monday and Thursday
6.30pm
(Both play matches on Saturday's)
No experience is needed ,all abilities welcome,
we will support player development.
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PRESENTATION EVENINGS AND PHOTOS FOR OUR TEAMS |
07.12.21
The end of the season is always marked by
presentation evenings at the clubhouse for all our teams. This season,
our junior, youth and adult teams have had terrific seasons, training
hard and always giving their best. You can find a post about each
presentation evening by selecting the teams on the menu and also by
going to our Facebook page - Stanley Rangers ARLFC. Thanks to all
the teams for the great photos.
Our Under 13s are currently
recruiting boys in school year 8. No experience is necessary, so come
along and become part of the Rangers family. Contact Lisa 07760 435112
for more information.
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NOVEMBER |
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UNDER 15s THROUGH TO THE NEXT ROUND OF THE BARLA YORKSHIRE CUP |
24.11.21
Well done to our Under 15s who Castleford Panthers 20-14
in the Round One of the BARLA Under 15s Yorkshire Cup. The draw for the
2nd round has been made and is to be played on Sunday 5th December and
our team have been drawn against either Shaw Cross Sharks B or
Featherstone Lions. |
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XMAS RAFFLE NOW ON! |
23.11.21
Stanley Rangers Christmas Raffle for 2021 is now beginning with some
great prizes and only £1 per ticket. Prizes will include
chocolates, sweets, a pamper hamper, a £30 gift voucher for P'aitre
among lots of other goodies. Tickets are available from the team coaches
or from Tony's fish and chip shop on the Leeds Road, Outwood - just put
your name and contact number on the ticket. All the proceeds will go to
help the teams so let's make it a good one for the club. |
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WAKEFIELD TRINITY CHOOSE 6 OF OUR UNDER 14S |
16.11.21
 Congratulations to :
Ewan Molyneux, George Britton, Riley Britton, Oliver McCraw, Alfie Briggs,
James Astin and Sam Mackenzie
from our 2021 Under 14s team. These players have been selected and
confirmed as fully fledged Wakefield Trinity Scholarship
players. You should be proud of your achievement, all the hard
work you have put into the team and rugby has paid off,
we are sure proud to have you in our Ranger's family.
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WAKEFIELD TRINITY AND TURNING POINT OFFER HELP |
16.11.21
 Wakefield Trinity have partnered with Turning Point to
offer help with men's mental health. Team Mate will be holding two
workshops before Christmas - Winter Wellness on November 29th and Coping
with the Festive Season on December 6th - both at the Mobile Rocket
Stadium from 5.30 -7pm. If anyone is interested please email
info@wakefieldtrinityfoundation.co.uk to register an interest. |
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UNDER 15s IN THE UNDER 15s BARLA YORKSHIRE CUP ON SUNDAY 21st |
04.11.21
 Our
Under 15s team have been drawn in the 1st round of the BARLA Yorkshire
Cup. The match will be an away fixture against Castleford Panthers on November
21st. Good luck to the team!
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HALF TERM FUN AND GAMES AT RANGER PARK! |
04.11.21
 A
big thank you goes to Wakefield Community Foundation who held a haf term
Hallowe'en camp at Ranger Park on 28th October, with special thanks to
Trinity's Yusuf Aydin and Sam Eseh who came along to join in the
activities and rugby skills with the children. There were lots of
smiling faces and a great time was had.
More.... |
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SEASON COMES TO AN END |
01.11.21
As the 2021 season cmes to a close, Stanley
Rangers would like to thank all the players, coaches, game day managers,
first aiders, match officials and other volunteers who have kept the
teams going during such a difficult season.
The Under 14s had
their last game of the season on Sunday when they beat Birstall Victoria
26-10, maintaining their unbeaten record this season and keeping them at
the top of YJARL Under 14s, Division 2. |
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OCTOBER |
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HALF TERM CAMP ON THURSDAY |
25.10.21
Only three sleeps til the Hallowe'en fun and
games at the Wakefield Trinity Camp at Stanley Rangers on Thursday!
Running from 10am to 3pm and open to all boys and girls of primary
school age, you can book a place at:
http://bit.ly/31OMJvi |
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CLOCKS GO BACK ON SUNDAY 31st OCTOBER |
25.10.21
 Don't
forget that this weekend the clocks go back as British Summer Time
finishes. Turn your clocks, watches and digital equipment back one hour
at 2am on Sunday 31st October. |
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UNDER 14s WIN KEEPS THEM AT THE TOP |
25.10.21
The Under 14s beat Emley Moor on Sunday to stay
top of the Division Two with 9 out of 9 wins. Their next fixture is
against 2nd place Birtstall Victoria, away, on Sunday 31st October. |
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FINAL GAMES FOR THIS SEASON |
21.10.21
The 2021 season is drawing to a close and the
junior and youth teams are playing this weekend. On Saturday 23rd
October, the Under 11s are away at Methley Warriors and the Under 10s
are at home to Acorn Rugby Club, kick off at 12 noon. On Sunday 24th
October the Under 14s, currently top of their division, are playing at
home against Emley Moor ARLFC with a 10am kick off; the Under 8s are at
home against Dudley Hill Rugby Club kick off at 11.30; the Under 7s are
also at home against Milford kicking off at 11.30am and the Masters team
will be away at Eastmoor Dragons Masters.
What a season this has
been! The Minis have returned to play, the Open Age team were top of
their division and the mighty Stanley Rangers Masters were formed.
Thanks to the coaches, parents, volunteers and of course all the players
who have given so much to the club. |
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HALF TERM AND HALLOWE'EN FUN AT RANGERS! |
21.10.21
 It's
half term and there's a great day at Rangers next week for all primary
school age children! Wakefield Trinity are holding a rugby league and
activity camp at Stanley Sports and Social Club on Thursday 28th October
at the clubhouse, from 10am to 3pm. There'll be spooky skills, ghoulish
games and lots of fun. All pariticipants will receive a goody bag and
certificate at the end of the camp. The cost is £15 and to book a place
go to:
http://bit.ly/31OMJvi |
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FIXTURES FOR THE WEEKEND |
14.10.21
On Saturday 16th October, the Under 13s are
away at Lindley Swifts and the Under 10s are away at East Leeds. On
Sunday 17th October, the Under 14s will be playing at Kippax Welfare and
the Under 7s are at home against Sherburn Bears Junior Rugby Club.
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MASTERS PLAY ON |
14.10.21
 The Open Age team have finished their fixtures for this season
but
the Rangers Masters have two more games to play. On the 17th October
they will be playing at Leeds and on Saturday 24th October they have
another game away at Eastmoor. To see some photos from the recent game
against Leeds follow the link. |
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FIXTURES FOR THE WEEKEND |
08.10.21
Although the Open Age team have finished their
season, our youth and junior teams are still busy with fixtures. This
weekend, on Saturday - 9th October - the Under 13s are away at Guiseley
Rangers, the 11s are at home against Thornhill Trojans with an 11am kick
off and the Under 10s are away at Knottingley Mustangs.
On
Sunday - 10th October - the Under 15s match at home against Keighley
Albion Reds has been postponed, the Under 16s are at home against Brighouse
Rangers kicking off at 10.30am, the Under 8s are away at Sherburn Bears
and the Under 7s are also away at Dewsbury Moor.
Good luck to
all our teams! |
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GREAT SEASON FOR THE OPEN AGE TEAM |
08.10.21
Congratulations to the Open Age team who kept
their unbroken record of wins to stay top of the YML Division Five
North. The final game of the season saw Rangers have a home win against
tough opponents Seacroft Sharks 24-10.
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HALF TERM CAMPS WITH TRINITY |
28.09.21
 Wakefield
Trinity Community Foundation are holding a rugby league and activity
camp at Stanley Sports and Social Club on Thursday 28th October between
10-3pm. This camp is for primary school ages, from year 1 to year 6. The
cost for the day is £15 and there are space available. There's a
certificate and goody bag on completion of the camp!
To book
places go to:
https://bit.ly/3zYs5gl |
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THE WEEKEND RESULTS |
28.09.21
Mixed fortunes for our teams at the weekend. A
top-of-the-table match between the Under 16s and Doncaster Toll Bar, saw
Doncaster win 32-16 keeping Stanley in 2nd place in the table and the
U15s were beaten 10-46 by 3rd place Batley Boys. The Under 14s did not
have a game but keep their place at the top of Division Two. Although
the Open Age team did not play at the weekend, they still maintain their
position at the top of YML Division 5 North. |
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THIS WEEKEND'S FIXTURES |
24.09.21
The last weekend of September sees our teams
busy on Saturday and Sunday (25-26 Sept). On Saturday, the Under 10s are
away at Leeds Underdogs, the U11s are at home against Milford with a
10am KO.
The Open Age match against East Leeds has been
cancelled.
On Sunday, the U7s
are away at Sherburn Bears, the Under 8s also have an away game at
Newsome Panthers, the Under 14s are away at Dewsbury Moor, the Under 15s
are away at Batley Boys and the Under 16s will have a home fixture
against Doncaster Toll Bar with an 11am kick off. |
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RESULTS FOR OUR TEAMS |
22.09.21
The Under 13s beat Lindley Swifts 46-36 in a
high-scoring home fixture, the Under 14s had a convincing win over
Milford 32-0, the Under 12s were beaten by 70-0 at Methley but showed
true Rangers spirit as they played with only 5 players but went along to
the game and gave it a go; the Open Age won by 36-32 at home to Westgate
Common A which keeps them top of YML Division Five North.
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THIS WEEKEND'S FIXTURES |
16.09.21
It's a busy weekend for Stanley Rangers with
many of our teams in action, including both the Masters and Open Age
teams in action at Ranger Park. On Saturday 18th September, the U13s are
at home to Lindley Swifts - 10am KO; the U11s have had their game
postponed; the U12s are away at Methley Warriors; the U10s travel to
York Acorn; the Masters have a game against Upton, KO 2.30pm and the
Open Age are also at home against Westgate Common, kicking off at 12.30.
On Sunday 19th September, the U16s game against Brighouse Rangers
has been postponed, the U15s received a bye for their game; the U14s are
home against Milford kicking off at 11am; the U8s are away at Bradford
Dudley Hil and our U7s will be playing at home against the U7s from
Dewsbury Moor, kick off 9.30am.
Lots of rugby to watch this
weekend and don't forget that it's Race Night on Saturday night at 7pm
at the clubhouse. A great night's fun to raise funds for the club so
come along down to Lee Moor and enjoy everything that Stanley Rangers
has to offer. |
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THIS WEEKEND'S FIXTURES |
10.09.21
After the summer break our junior and youth
teams are back in action. This Saturday, the Under 12s are at home to
Normanton Knights, k.o. 10.30; the Under 13s are away at Leeds Underdogs and the Under 11s are also travelling to Featherstone Lions.
Then on Sunday the Under 10s are at home to East Leeds with a 10am kick
off; the Under 14s are away against Oulton; the Under 15s have a home
fixture against Brotherton Bulldogs 11am k.o. and the Under 16s are away
at Brighouse.
Good luck to all our teams!
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SEPTEMBER |
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QUIZ NIGHT TONIGHT! |
16.09.21
 Tonight's
the night! It's not too late to get on down to the clubhouse for a great
night at Stanley Ranger's quiz night. Opening at 7pm it's free entry and
a free suppper, with prizes for the winners. Let's support our club and
have a good night out. |
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RACE NIGHT AT RANGERS THIS SATURDAY! |
02.09.21
 A
fantastic night is in store on Saturday 18th September. Both the Open
Age and Masters teams are in action in the afternoon at Ranger Park and
the two teams are holding a Race Night starting at 7pm in the clubhouse
- all welcome!
If you would like to buy a horse/jockey you can
do so for just £5 with cash prizes for the winners. Race sponsorship is
also available so local businesses can get in touch. For more
information contact Liam Grimmett or Richard Cattley. |
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RANGERS SMASH THE THREE PEAKS CHALLENGE! |
05.09.21
What an achievement! The team of Danielle, Shaun, Gill, Gricey,
Tony, Phil, Zara, Joanna , Ewan ,George, Riley, Dominic, Dylan
,Harry and Declan completed the "Three Peaks Challenge in under 12
hours" in 11 and 1/2 hours!
To donate to this fundraiser go to:
https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/yorkshire-3-peaks-challenge---in-under-12-hours?fbclid=IwAR26ukznx59ootPp6Omujf87iZ4KSlmidGbGqE5U3dUfyFGeEnTebORLaS4
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THEY'RE ON THEIR WAY! |
04.09.21
 This
morning at 7am, our players, coaches and volunteers set off on the Three
Peaks Challenge. The young players climbed Pen-y-Ghent and have done the
second peak by lunchtime. Nearly there! |
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THREE PEAKS CHALLENGE - IN UNDER 12 HOURS! |
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02.09.21
 On
the 4th September a mix of coaches, volunteers and players will take on
the challenge of the Three Peaks. There will also be some of our younger
players taking on the challenge of climbing Pen-y-Ghent.
To donate to this fundraiser go to:
https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/yorkshire-3-peaks-challenge---in-under-12-hours?fbclid=IwAR26ukznx59ootPp6Omujf87iZ4KSlmidGbGqE5U3dUfyFGeEnTebORLaS4
After
a successful sponsored walk from York to Stanley in 2020 which secured
funds for all the teams to be provided with equipment we are hoping to
make 2021's club fundraiser just as big and successful if not bigger and
better. We would like to raise funds to provide each team with new
playing equipment again for the 2022 season. Sponsorship will also
enable us to give our pitch that we all play matches from and its
surrounding area some time and care ensuring we continue to provide a
safe and secure environment for all involved come training and match
days.
"Despite lockdowns and seeing rugby come to a halt
we came back stronger and saw Mini Rangers and Open Age return , we
gained a Masters team as well. After the success of last years
fundraising event this year we are going bigger and better, bigger
challenge and a bigger team taking part, last year we managed to kit the
club out with new equipment and like our players we are looking to
improve every aspect of our rugby club to attract and support players,
volunteers and coaches." (Dan Grice - 10s Head Coach)
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RACE NIGHT AT RANGERS 18th SEPTEMBER |
02.09.21
A
fantastic night is in store on Saturday 18th September. Both the Open
Age and Masters teams are in action in the afternoon at Ranger Park and
the two teams are holding a Race Night starting at 7pm in the clubhouse
- all welcome!
If you would like to buy a horse/jockey you can
do so for just £5 with cash prizes for the winners. Race sponsorship is
also available so local businesses can get in touch. For more
information contact Liam Grimmett or Richard Cattley. |
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OPEN AGE WINNING WAYS CONTINUE |
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02.09.21
Another good win for Rangers over Birstall Victoria saw them maintain their
position at the top of the YML Division Five North table, with 11 wins from
11 matches. Tries for Stanley came from Liam Grimmett, Adam Megretton (2), Charlie
Ledger, Troy Snowden, Joe Campbell, Danny Ansell, Josh Kittrick and
Joel Walsh, with 8 goals kicked by Danny Ansell and 1 from Joe Campbell. The Man of the Match went to Robert Hartley.
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AUGUST |
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OPEN AGE FINAL GAME OF THE SUMMER |
27.08.21
The Open Age will be playing at Birstall
Victoria tomorrow afternoon, kick off at 2.30pm and then start again on
September 11th away at Fryston Warriors A, kick off at 1pm. |
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GREAT FUN WITH THE TRINITY ON TOUR |
27.08.21
 Wakefield
Trinity's Summer Camp came to Ranger Park on Wednesday - 25th August -
and everyone had a great time learning new skills, having fun and
getting to meet Mason Lino. More photos
here. |
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CYCLING FOR RANGERS! |
23.08.21
The intrepid Donna Hawley is cycling today from
Liverpool to Leeds along the Leeds/Liverpool Canal. Along with companion
Rebecca, they set off this morning from Liverpool in bright sunshine to
cover the 127 miles back. Donna has taken on challenges in the past to
help raise funds for Stanley Rangers and now the donations will go
towards repairing and improving the dug-outs at the pitch which will
help to keep a safe and welcoming environment for our teams and
opposition teams who come to Stanley.
If you would like to make a
donation for Donna's challenge and read more about it, you can follow
this link to the gofundme.com page:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/donna-hawleys-bike-ride-from-liverpool-to-leeds?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer&fbclid=IwAR00IWoPi-SescbkgEmPbi78ZEDv_U2vkONYjbbHTZnS7Tpq4kBGYbvIZ6M |
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TRAINING DAYS SCHEDULE |
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19.08.21
 The
new schedule for training days for the Stanley Rangers teams is now
available. The minis will be training every two weeks on a Monday
evening at 6pm at the club; the under 7s and 8s at the club on Thursdays
at 6.30pm; the under 10s are on St Peters School Field Wednesday at
6.30pm; the Under 11s train at the club at 6.15pm on Monday and
Wednesday evenings; the under 12s at Tuesday at 6.45pm at the club and
on Thursday at 6.30pm at Lime Pit Lane field; the under 13s are at the
club on Wednesday and Friday evenings at 6.30pm; the under 14s train at
6pm on Tuesday at St Peters school field and on Friday at 6pm at the
club; the Under 15s are at the club at 6.30pm and Thursday at 6.30pm at
the club; the Under 16s are at the club on Tuesday and Thursday at 6pm;
the Men's Open Age train at the club on a Tuesday at 7.15pm and on a
Thursday at 6.15pm. The newly formed Women's Open Age team are training
at the club on a Monday evening at 6.45pm and on a Friday evening at
7pm. |
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OPEN AGE BACK IN ACTION THIS WEEKEND |
17.08.21
The Open Age game against Milford last Saturday was
postponed but the team are back on home ground with a match against
Featherstone Lions on Saturday - 21st August - at Ranger Park with a
2.30pm kick off. Come down and give the team your support! |
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STANLEY RANGERS MINIS NEW EQUIPMENT ARRIVES! |
17.08.21
 The
Stanley Rangers Minis received a great equipment pack this month from
the RFL as part of the initiative to invest in equipment and facilities
to encourage rugby league in communities. The programme is delivered by RLWC2021 in
partnership with The National Lottery, Rugby Football League, Sport
England and the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport.
The Minis, which are for children 3-6, are currently training
once a fortnight on a Monday evening at 6pm at the clubhouse. Please see
the Minis page for more details and some fantastic photos of our players
of the future! |
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WINNING WAYS CONTINUE FOR RANGERS |
12.08.21
Rangers Open Age team continue their great season in the
YML Division 5 North, with a 28-8 win over Eastmoor Dragons last
Thursday. Their 100% winning streak keeps them top of the table with 16
points, above Seacroft Sharks and Birtstall Victoria.
The next
match is this Saturday - 14th August - away at Milford ARLFC, kicking
off at 2.30pm. ( Update - this match was postponed)
The junior and youth teams are now on a summer
break and resume playing the weekend of September 5th. |
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PLACES AVAILABLE FOR TRINITY ON TOUR |
12.08.21
 There
are still places available for the Wakefield Trinity on Tour coming to
the club on
Wednesday 25th August .Wakefield Trinity on Tour will be at Stanley
Rangers from 10.00 to 3pm.. You can get to practice, learn new rugby skills, make friends
and keep fit. The cost is £15 per person, age 6-16 and a match ticket
and certificate will be given to each participant. This is a great
chance to enjoy your rugby , so for more information and to book tickets
go to:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/trinity-on-tour-stanley-rangers-tickets-158889263063?aff=ebdsoporgprofile |
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MASTERS HOME GAME AGAINST CASTLEFORD |
05.08.21
Stanley Rangers Masters team are back in action
this Saturday when they take on Castleford Masters at Rangers Park. Kick
off is at 2pm - come along and enjoy some great rugby and support the
team! |
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WOMEN'S TRAINING ON FRIDAY EVENING |
02.08.21
Training for the Stanley Rangers women's rugby league team will be
on Friday 6th August at 7pm at the Lee Moor ground. We are hoping to recruit players to join our team so
they can take part in matches this season (October onwards). Whether
you are a complete novice or an old hand we would love for you to
come along and give us a try (16 years old and over) .
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FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS FOR DAVID SAMPSON (1944-2021) |
02.08.21
The funeral for David Sampson will be taking
place on Friday 6th August at 10am at Wakefield Cathedral. 80 people are
permitted inside the Cathedral. Followed by his burial at Stanley
Cemetery, which is unrestricted for numbers. This will be followed by a
gathering at Stanley Sports and Social Club, the home of Stanley
Rangers, on Lee Moor Road, Stanley, from 11.30am. Everyone is welcome to
come along and share memories and stories about Dave's amazing life.
A biography
of David Sampson can now be found by following
this link.
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OPEN AGE WIN AGAIN |
02.08.21
 Rangers Open Age team made it 7 out of 7, with
a home win against Birstall Victoria 48-6 on Saturday. Try scorers were
Liam Grimmett (2), a hat-trick for Jack Ledger, Charlie Ledger, Danny
Grice and Joe Campbell, with 8 successful conversions by Danny Ansell.
Man of the Match was Jack Ledger. Rangers keep their place at the top of
the YML Division Five North table.
The next game is away at Eastmoor
Dragons on Thursday - 5th August - evening at 7.30pm. |
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WAKEFIELD TRINITY ON TOUR COMES TO STANLEY! |
02.08.21
On
Wednesday 25th August Wakefield Trinity on Tour will be at Stanley
Rangers. You can get to practice, learn new rugby skills, make friends
and keep fit. The cost is £15 per person, age 6-16 and a match ticket
and certificate will be given to each participant. This is a great
chance to enjoy your rugby , so for more information and to book tickets
go to:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/trinity-on-tour-stanley-rangers-tickets-158889263063?aff=ebdsoporgprofile |
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JULY |
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DAVID SAMPSON (1944-2021) |
26.07.21
Stanley Rangers were saddened to hear of the
passing of David Sampson today. The club would like to pass our
condolences to all of the family at such a sad time.
A biography
of David Sampson can now be found by following
this link. |
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GREAT WIN FOR RANGERS |
26.07.21
The winning streak for our Open Age team continues with
a 46-0 win over Shaw Cross Sharks on Saturday 24th July. This makes six
wins out of six games and puts Stanley at the top of the Yorkshire Mens
League Division Five North table. The next home game will be this
Saturday - 31st July - kicking off at 2.30pm against Birstall Victoria,
currently 3rd in the table.
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CALLING WOMEN'S RUGBY LEAGUE PLAYERS! |
12.07.21
Calling
all women's rugby league players! Stanley Rangers are starting up a new
rugby league team for women, 16+ years. All levels are welcome and this
is a great chance to enjoy the sport, keep fit, make friends and be part
of a brand new team.
Training times are on Monday 12th July at
6.45pm and Friday 16th July at 7pm at the Stanley Sports and Social
Club, Lee Moor Lane, WF3 4EP.
Contact Shaun 07818 025100 or Zara
07429272990 for more information.
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GAMES THIS WEEKEND |
09.07.21
On Saturday, the Under 11s are at home against
Bramley, kicking off at 11.30am, the Under 12s are away against North
Leeds Leopards and the Masters team will be travelling to Upton, kick
off 1pm. There is no Open Age game this weekend or next weekend -
Saturday 17th July - when it's the Challenge Cup. On Sunday, the Under
14s will be at home to Farnley Falcons - 10.30am kick off, the
Under 8s will be at home against the Garforth Tigers and the Under 10s
also have a home game against Queensbury, kicking off at 12.30.
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OPEN AGE MOVE TO THE TOP! |
06.07.21
An impressive 82-0 win against Featherstone
Lions at the weekend saw Rangers move to the top of the YML Division
Five table, above Seacroft Sharks and Birstall Victoria with a higher
points difference. Try scorers for Rangers on Saturday were Richardson,
Ledger (5), Asquith, Wotherspoon, Grimmett, Sampson, Hargreaves,
Crawley, Snowdon and Hudson, with goals from Kilday, Ledger and
Campbell.
Next weekend, the Open Age team will be at home to
Milford, currently 7th in the table. |
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BUSY WEEKEND FOR OUR TEAMS |
03.07.21
On Saturday 3rd July, the Under 12s are at home
to Shaw Cross Reds - KO 10.30am , the Under 11s are at home to Lindley
Swifts kicking off at 12 noon and the Open Age team make the short
journey to Featherstone Lions with a 2.30pm kick off. The Under 10s and
Under 13s have had their games postponed.
On Sunday 4th July, the
Under 7s are at home to Sherburn with a 9.30am kick off, the Under 14s
are at home to Oulton - 11am kick off and the U16s are away at Keighley
Albion. The U15s match has been postponed. |
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JUNE |
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THIS WEEKEND'S FIXTURES |
25.06.21
It's a busy weekend at Rangers Park, beginning
on Saturday with four home games. At 10am the Under 13s are at home to
Garforth Tigers, the Under 11s kick of at 11.30am against the Sheffield
Hawks, then the Masters will be at home against Eastmoor kicking off at
1.30pm. Finally our Open Age team have their first game in three weeks
at home against East Leeds with a 2.30pm kick off. Our Under 10s are
away at Featherstone Lions and the Under 12s have a bye.
On Sunday,
our Under 7s are away at Hemsworth Dragons and the Under 8s are at home
against Newsome and Methley, kick off at 9.30am. The Under 14s home game
against Kippax Welfare has been postponed. |
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UNDER 15s WIN |
21.06.21
The Under 15s have recorded their first win this season, beating
Sheffield Hawks 44-18. The team began the season with a small number but
kept going and have now finally got the win they deserve. Well done! |
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OPEN AGE GAME REARRANGED |
18.06.21
The Open Age game scheduled for Saturday 19th June has
been rearranged, so the team are travelling to New Earswick to play a
friendly match against the New Earswick B, kicking off at 12.30pm.
In other games, the Under 10s played on Wednesday. On Saturday 19th the
Under 11s are at home to Lindley Swifts - kick off 10am, the Under
12s are at home against Crigglestone All Blacks kicking off at 10.30am,
the Under 13s travel to Sheffield Hawks and the Open Age are having a
friendly match at New Earswick. On Sunday 20th June, our Under 7s are at
home against Birstall Victoria, the Under 8s have a bye and the Under
14s will be at home v Kippax Welfare, kicking off at 11am. |
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JOHN LINDLEY - A STANLEY MAN |
16.06.21
Stanley Rangers have been contacted by Monica
Lindley, the wife of the late John Lindley, a Stanley Rangers man who
had a long and distinguished career as a professional rugby league
player. Thanks to the help of both Wakefield Trinity Heritage and the
Rugby League Journal, we have now produced a biography of John's life,
including two excellent photos of his Wakefield Trinity days. We hope
you enjoy this
article. If you would like to know more about other former players
of Stanley Rangers please email
stanleyrangers@aol.com and I'll research them. Also if you have any
memories you would like to share please email them.
More...
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CHANGE TO OPEN AGE FIXTURE |
11.06.21
 The Open Age match against Shaw Cross Sharks,
scheduled for this Saturday at 2.30pm at home has been postponed.
Instead the Open Age team are having a friendly game against Stanley
Rangers Masters, at 2.30pm at Ranger Park.
On a hot, sunny afternoon
the Open Age and Masters teams held a friendly match at Ranger Park and
this photo has been kindly provided by Danielle Molyneux.
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THE COMING WEEKEND'S FIXTURES |
07.06.21
Now that the season for the junior and youth
teams have begun, our teams are all busy on Saturday 12th and Sunday
13th June. On Saturday, the Under 13s will be at home against Leeds
Underdogs with a 10.30am kick off, the Under 12s are away at Wyke, the Under 11s
are also away to Doncaster Toll Bar and the Under 10s are at home to
Siddal, 1pm kick off. On Sunday 13th, the Under 14s
will be travelling to Shaw Cross Sharks Blacks, the Under 8s are at home
to King Cross Park kicking off at 9.30am and the Under 7s will be away at Crigglestone All
Blacks. Our Under 11s will be playing at home against Sherburn Bears on
Wednesday 9th June, kick off at 6.30pm.. Good luck to all our players! |
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OPEN AGE WIN |
07.06.21
 Rangers
Open Age travelled to Seacroft Sharks on Saturday and in what proved to
be a tough game, against a strong Seacroft side, came away with the two
points 22-14. Man of the Match for Stanley was Ben Richardson. The next
fixture for the Open Age will be on Saturday 12th at home against Shaw
Cross Sharks, kick off at 2pm. |
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REARRANGEMENT OF DIVISIONS UPDATE |
01.06.21
Please note that the RFL Yorkshire Junior and
Youth League have rearranged the divisions and the team pages for
Stanley Rangers have been updated to show the changes and the new
fixtures lists. |
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MAY |
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BANK HOLIDAY RESULTS FOR OUR TEAMS |
31.05.21
It was a busy weekend for all our teams
in the lovely sunshine. The 7s, 8s, 10s and 11s were all in action. The
Under 12s had their match postponed, the 13s lost to Guiseley B 22-38,
the 14s had a friendly game away at Lock Lane and the Under 15s just
lost out to Leeds Underdogs 26-32. The Open Age team had a free week and
the Masters game against Normanton Knights Masters resulted in a 0 - 0 score.
The Masters games are strictly social and are classed as friendlies, which is why the scores are 0-all. |
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THIS WEEKEND'S FIXTURES |
27.05.21
There's no Open Age match this weekend but the
newly-formed Stanley Rangers Masters have their first game against
Normanton Knights Masters at 2pm on Saturday at Ranger Park. The Under
13s and the Under 10s are also at home on Saturday morning and on
Sunday, the 7s, 14s and 15s also have home fixtures. Our Clubhouse has
been reopened and is looking great so all welcome. Please keep
facemasks, social distancing and hand hygiene in the clubhouse and let's
keep our club a safe and welcoming place for everyone. |
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RANGERS TOP OF THE LEAGUE! |
25.05.21
Congratulations to our Open Age team who after a
terrific 68-0 win away at Batley Boys have moved to the top of the
table of the Yorkshire Mens League Division Five North. Tries by Joe
Campbell (2), Liam Grimmett, Cam Halliwell, Jack Ledger (2), Will
Hudson, Corbyn Kilday (2), Harry Hargreaves and Danny Asquith (2), with
10 goals kicked by Danny Ansell. The Man of the Match went to Charlie
Ledger. Well done! |
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WEEKEND RESULTS FOR THE YOUTH & JUNIOR TEAMS |
25.05.21
Three matches were postponed at the weekend - the
7s, 14s and 15s. In other games, the Under 11s enjoyed a high-scoring
game at York Acorn, the Under 12s lost to East Leeds 0-48, the Under 13s
just lost out to Hemsworth 20-24, and the Under 16s drew 20-all against
Doncaster Toll Bar. |
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THIS WEEKEND'S FIXTURES |
20.05.21
On Saturday 22nd May, the Under 12s are away at East Leeds,
kick off 10.30am, the Under 13s are away at Hemsworth Dragons (k.o.
11.30am) and the Under 11s are at home to York Acorn (k.o.12). On Sunday
23rd May, the Under 14s game against Lock Lane Spartans has been
postponed, as has the U25s match against Guiseley Rangers. The Under 16s
are away at Doncaster Toll Bar (k.o.11.30am), and the Under 8s are at
home to Bronte Barbarians. Good luck to all our teams.
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OPEN AGE GET OFF TO A GREAT START! |
20.05.21
Our
Open Age team who are playing in the Yorkshire Men League have got off
to a great start, with two wins - a 26-0 win over Eastmoor Dragons and a
50-12 win over Silsden Storm, putting them 2nd in the league. Man of
the Match was Joe Campbell with a hat-trick of tries. This coming
weekend, May 22nd, sees the team travel to Batley Boys. |
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RANGERS IN THE WAKEFIELD EXPRESS |
13.05.21
 This
week's Wakefield Express has an article in the sports section, with the
photo of Danielle and Chris Molyneux and Danny Grice and the equipment
that was bought with the help of the funds raised from their sponsored
walk from York Acorn ARLFC to Stanley Rangers. This was a full day's
walk in November weather, ending in the dark at the clubhouse. A
fantastic effort!
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FIRST SEASON GAMES |
09.05.21
Our first weekend of matches for the 2021-22 season
began in mixed weather of sunshine and showers. On Saturday 8th, our
U8s played at King Cross Park and the Under 10s travelled to Crigglestone
- both in non-competitive games. The U12s lost 14-64 at home to Keighley
Albion, the Under 13s lost at Hunslet Club
Parkside 0-40, the U15s match at Lindley Swifts was abandoned due to a
water logged pitch and the Open Age beat Eastmoor Dragons 26-0 at
home. On Sunday 9th May, the Under 14s lost out to Dewsbury Celtic
10-38. Our Under 7s also played at home against Birstall Victoria. |
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RETURNING TO MATCH DAYS |
09.05.21
 Now
that match days are returning there are factors to follow - players to
arrive ready to play, own water bottles, scan the track and trace QR
code on arrival, no facilities will be open, temperature taken on
arrival, only 1 parent or guardian per player. Let's keep everyone safe. |
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MASTERS TEAM RARING TO GO! |
04.05.21
Less than 4 weeks until our first match when the newly formed
Masters team take on Normanton
Knights Masters up at Ranger Park. Looking forward to getting out there on the field after almost
12 months in the making. There's a real positive buzz about the club
at the moment! |
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UNDER 16s GREAT FRIENDLY RESULT |
04.05.21
Sunday morning saw our Under 16s return to action after almost 15 months
of inactivity against a very physical Farnley Falcons team and the boys
didn't disappoint, through tough solid defence and some good skillful
play they ran away 30-0 winners! Well done boys. |
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APRIL |
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OPEN AGE TEAM ASSISTANT COACHES ANNOUNCED! |
11.04.21
The Open Age team are pleased to welcome Adam
Milner and Adam Megretton as assistant coaches to the team this season.
Adam Milner, on his Instagram page, posted "Stanley
Rangers open age are BACK, 3rd session with Stanley Rangers Open Age
Stanley Rangers ARLFC this morning, I’m helping out coaching them this
year and excited to be back at the club where it all started. Got a
great group of lads together already and looking to build a strong team
for the club and the village again." Great to have the two Adams to help
the team build up for the coming season. |
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MASTERS FIXTURES NOW AVAILABLE |
11.04.21
The Masters team have now arranged matches for the
new season and they are now shown on the Masters team page. |
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RETURN TO OUTDOOR TRAINING BEGINS |
03.04.21
 Amateur
teams returned to training from Monday 29th March, after almost twelve
months of inactivity. The RFL has praised hard-working clubs who have
kept players keen and active during such an unprecedented time. In
accordance with the RFL guidelines, all players have to be registered to
take part in any activity and Stanley Rangers have got 100 children
registered. The RFL has issued "Return to contact coaching cards" to
support clubs in reintroducing players to training and the safe
introduction of contact training. Currently the
timelines for our Community Game Return to Play are detailed below:
- March 29 – Training to begin – This includes return of Touch
RL, Try Tag and X-League. There is a phased return to contact.
- April 24/25 – Primary RL games may commence
- April 24/25 & May 1/2 – Friendly fixtures may take place
- May 8/9 – Competitions may commence
Thank you to all our coaches, volunteers, parents and players for
working so hard to keep our rugby safe - let's enjoy our game again!
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STANLEY RANGERS LUCKY NUMBER DRAW |
03.04.21
Stanley
Rangers have launched their Lucky Number Prize Draw this month.
For only £5.00 a month, there is a draw for 1st and 2nd prizes on the
20th of the month, along with random prize draws and a bumper Xmas draw.
This is a great way for everybody from parents to grandparents and the
community to get involved and win prizes, whilst helping all our teams
have a joint pot of money for coaching courses, equipment and resources
to enable us to offer rugby league opportunities to all and with qualified
coaches. Let's get behind this and support our club!
For more information, please contact Shaun on 07818
025100 or email stanleyrangers1919@outlook.com |
| THE CLUB SHOP IS NOW OPEN FOR BUSINESS |
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03.04.21
The new Stanley Rangers ARLFC Club Shop is now open and is now ready for orders. Go to the Stag Sportswear website and select our club logo in the Club Shop section and it will take you to all our products. From adult and junior kit, training gear to spectator hats and scarves there is something for all our members and supporters.
More... |
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MARCH |
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RFL ROADMAP TO RETURN OF COMMUNITY RUGBY LEAGUE |
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10.03.21 This is the advice from the RFL:
Community and social Rugby League are set to
return from Monday 29 March, 12 months since the Coronavirus outbreak
led to the suspension of all activity.
The community game did return briefly and partially
during autumn 2020, now it is hoped that Rugby League is back for good
across the entire game.
For many, 29 March will mark the beginning of a
phased return towards full contact Rugby League. This phased return
includes four weeks of training from 29 March, a fortnight of friendlies
from 24 April and a resumption of competitions from 8 May.
Social and non-contact variations of the game, such
as Touch RL, Try Tag RL and X-League, will also resume from this day,
while Masters Rugby League is expected to return when members are
finally allowed to socialise more freely off the pitch.
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RANGERS OPEN AGE TEAM IS BACK! |
10.03.21
 Stanley
Rangers Open Age team is back and ready to start training again when
outdoor sports will be allowed after the end of March. Training - skills
- will be at the Lime Pit Lane fields on Saturday mornings at 9.30am
from 3-24 April and training - extras - also at Lime Pit Lane fields on
Tuesday evenings at 6pm from 6-27 April. A friendly game against
Eastmoor Dragons has been organised for May 1st at 2.30pm.
All dates
are subject to government guidelines. |
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EASYFUNDRAISING HELPS FUNDS FOR THE CLUB |
03.03.21
 With
all of us using online purchasing more, did you know that you can
support our club at the same time? All you need to do is join up to
Easyfundraising and choose Stanley Rangers, start to shop on the
easyfundaising.org.uk website or get the app, with over 4.200 retailers
to choose from. Once you make a purchase, a small amount is donated to
our cause. It's as simple as that - why not give it a go? |
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RANGERS CLUB SHOP IS OPEN |
03.03.21
Stanley Rangers now have a club shop where you can buy official Stanley Rangers kit for adults and juniors, along with training gear and hats and scarves for spectators to keep warm in. All the products feature the Rangers logo and are of a high quality.
All prices are inclusive of VAT, postage and packing charges. We utilise Royal Mail for delivery on all items.To view our club shop, go to the Stag Sportswear website and under the Club Shops section you can find our logo, just click on and it will take you to all our items:
https://stag-sports.com/club-shops/stanley-rangers
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OWEN TROUT IN THE NEWS |
02.03.21
 Good
to see ex-Stanley Rangers player Owen Trout in the Rugby League & League
Express recently. In an article about Super League rookies hoping to
make a big impression this season Owen,21, was one of the 12 chosen.
Owen began his rugby career at Stanley Rangers and was called into the
England Academy squad to face the Australian Schoolboys in 2018. His
professional debut was at Dewsbury in 2019, then played for Leeds
Rhinos. In 2020 he moved to Huddersfield Giants and plays in the back
row. He will be joining up with Mattie English, another Stanley Rangers
player. |
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FEBRUARY |
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UNDER 11s PLAYERS WANTED - COME ALONG AND TRY! |
24.02.21
Our junior teams will now be able to resume after March 29th so Stanley
Rangers are looking for new players for the Under 11s team. Boys and
girls who are in school year 6 are invited to come along and have fun,
keep fit, make new friends and learn new skills.
For more
information you can email
Stanleyrangers1919@outlook.com or call o text 07429 292 990. |
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GOOD NEWS FOR OUTDOOR SPORT |
23.02.21
 With
the announcement that grass roots sports can now make a return from
March 29th, Stanley Rangers are looking for new players for our under 7s
and under 8s. Boys and girls who are in school years 1,2 and 3 are all
welcome. If you are interested please contact via our Facebook page
- Stanley Rangers ARLFC - or the mobile numbers on the poster.
Come down and enjoy sport in a safe and friendly environment. |
| ARCHIVE NEWS FOR THE NEW SEASON |
23.02.21
The website offers an Archive
News feature where previous month's entries are available to read. Just click on the link to find this season.
(Please remember that previous season's will show different layouts, etc)
More... |
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JANUARY |
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STANLEY RANGERS AGM NOTICE |
22.01.21
 Stanley
Rangers will be holding their 2021 Annual General Meeting on the 10th
February at 7.30pm, which will be held online via 'teams'. The roles for
application are as follows: chair, secretary, treasurer, CWO (Child
Welfare Officer) and 2 Covid Officers. Applications for any of these
posts should be made by email at
Stanleyrangers1919@outlook.com. The closing date for applications is
6th February.
The registrations for our junior teams for the 2021
season are going really well and gives us all hope for some light at the
end of the tunnel. All activities are on hold at present and any return
to training and games will depend on the RFL instructions following
government lockdown release. The next government review will be in
mid-February. |
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NEW LOCKDOWN IN PROGRESS |
06.01.21
With the announcement from Government of another National Lockdown, the
club is awaiting an update from The Rugby Football League as to the next
steps for all clubs. Please be patient as this is a developing situation
which has no doubt thrown up many questions. More information will be
posted as soon as it is available. |
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STANLEY'S MINI RANGERS BOOST |
03.01.21
 Yorkshire
Junior and Youth Amateur Rugby League have received an grant of £11,977
from the CreatedBy RLW2021 Capital Grants Legacy Programme. The grant,
which has been awarded to help more people play rugby league at
grassroots level in Yorkshire, will fund the league’s new ‘cubs’
programme aimed at attracting players from the ages of three to five. It
will be used to provide equipment to clubs to enable them to facilitate
new ‘cubs’ teams. The cubs programme is a training programme solely for
children under the age of 6, with the aim of providing children a fun
welcome to Rugby League. They will learn the basics of grip, catch,
carry, passing and scoring tries in a fun and safe environment. The aim
is to deliver weekly sessions once a week for boys and girls, based at
our local community rugby league clubs.
Stanley Rangers, one of the beneficiaries, said:
"Here at Stanley Rangers ARLFC, we have been
offering rugby league opportunities since 1919. We are a family friendly
club who encourage siblings of players to step from the sidelines as
mascots onto the field to become mini rangers as well involving the
local community to take part. Mini Rangers are our foundation. The
sessions encourage core rugby skills into fun age relevant activities
and games. We are looking forward to getting our minis up and running
again in 2021."
This is great news for our club and we look forward
to being able to welcome girls and boys to come along and have fun, make
new friends and learn ball skills in a safe environment,
(The Rugby League World Cup
2021 will kick off on 23 October 2021, with the men’s, women’s and
wheelchair competitions taking place simultaneously, under one
tournament banner for the first time.)
More...
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HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM STANLEY RANGERS! |
01.01.21
 It's the 1st of January 2021 and we are all hoping for a
brighter and healthier year not just for the club and rugby league at
all levels but of course for the country as a whole. The competitive ages will be back in January and will hopefully be
taking part in friendlies. The non-competitive ages are looking to be back February and the league starts fully April 2021, dependent on government guidelines. |
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MINI RANGERS FUN FOR BOYS AND GIRLS |
03.01.21
 Stanley
Rangers are launching Mini Rangers - a fun and safe way for 3-6 year old
boys and girls to play rugby, learn new skills and make friends. Current
Covid guidelines are in place and our qualified coaches are DBS
checked.
For more information please ring 07775 433646. |
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