RFL partner, Try Tag Rugby, has had another record year, with around 11,000 players participating weekly in its leagues across the UK. Operating in 16 UK locations, the main format of the game is mixed, with 40% of the players being female.
In addition to growing its player base, Try Tag Rugby has continued to expand around the UK, with new leagues successfully launched in York and Newcastle.
In Sheffield, the Sheffield Eagles Foundation has taken over the Try Tag Rugby South Yorkshire licence. This is the first time a Rugby League Foundation has been awarded a licence, and a significant milestone for the sport's development.
Tag Rugby began as an off-season training tool for Australian Rugby League teams. By removing tackling and replacing it with "tagging," this non-contact format makes Rugby League accessible to a wide range of people, including those who may never have played the game before.
With over 50% of players having never touched a rugby ball before, Tag Rugby has a broad appeal—not just to Rugby League fans, but also a much wider audience. Most importantly, it’s a fun, social way to keep fit and meet new people!
Whether you're seeking a career change or want to help grow the sport of Rugby League, Try Tag Rugby is looking for passionate and driven individuals to start a licence in areas where leagues don’t yet operate. Whether it’s Cardiff, Glasgow, Birmingham, Nottingham, Cambridge, or elsewhere, there are many opportunities across the UK to build a thriving community of players.
Starting a licence is perfect for those who want to build something meaningful while maintaining the flexibility to fit it around other commitments. You can start small as a side venture, and with the support of Try Tag Rugby’s comprehensive licence package - including full training and ongoing assistance - you’ll have everything you need to scale and grow.
Tag Rugby is about more than just the game itself. It’s about the incredible community it builds, the friendships that form, and the positive impact it has on people’s lives. Operating a Try Tag Rugby licence allows you to see firsthand how it becomes the highlight of many players’ weeks.
Whether you're looking for a part-time project or the potential for a full-time business, this flexible model gives you the chance to create something you're truly passionate about. You don’t need experience managing a sports league or running a business—just the passion and drive to bring people together and grow this exciting format of Rugby League.
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