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ASHINGTON Rugby Club has started summer training sessions for youngsters aged between six and 12.

The sessions are on Tuesdays (6.30pm-8pm) and cost £1.50 each.

Training has also started for 13-18 year-olds on Tuesdays, also 6.30pm-8pm.

The club is holding a registration day on Sunday, September 2 (10.30am-noon), which will include a taster session for any new players wishing to take up the sport.

For more information contact Charlie Parsons on (01670) 852 105.

  • SEGHILL Rugby Club is hosting a week-long summer rugby camp from August 20-24 for youngsters aged between eight and 16.

Morning sessions from 10am to noon, are for eight to 12-year-olds, while sessions for 13-16 year olds will be from 1pm-3pm. Each session costs £2.50, or £10 for the whole week.

Entry forms are available from Seghill Rugby Club and local libraries Contact George Arnott on (0191) 237 0748 or 07711 982 506.

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