COMMUNITY - Crusaders support local junior rugby league side

Wednesday 10th March 2010

Story in brief:

Crusaders Rugby League are encouraging young people to get into the sport at their local rugby league club.

Crusaders Rugby League are encouraging young people to get into the sport at their local rugby league club.

Chester Gladiators are holding an informal parents meeting on Wednesday March 17^th at Chester Rugby Club (8pm) for children looking to take up rugby league in the region.

Coaches and club officials from the Gladiators will be on hand throughout the evening to discuss the game and answer any questions. Coaches will also go through planned training sessions and fixtures for the 2010 season.

Crusaders Community Rugby League Manager Matt Pritchard will also be at the meeting to discuss the Crusaders role in the community and their links with the Gladiators. The meeting is open to all so whether you are an existing player or looking to give rugby league a try, everyone is welcome to come

People from across the region have well and truly been bitten by the rugby league bug since the Crusaders arrived at the Racecourse Ground. With over 18,500 fans ploughing through the turnstiles for their first two home games, attracting new people to the sport. And with Super League now on their doorstep, more and more young people are looking to take up the sport.

Chester Gladiators began running junior rugby in 2009 and enjoyed an encouraging season. The team have attracted players of different ages and abilities and are hoping to build on a promising first season.

Allen Jones, Juniors Coach at Chester Gladiators said: "The Gladiators are delighted to have the support of the Crusaders. There has been a huge buzz throughout the region since they came to Wrexham and everyone is talking about the Crusaders. Having them here is hugely beneficial with regards to developing the support in the region.

"We had a very good 2009 and we are hoping to build on that success this season. Rugby League is a fast, exciting, action-packed sport ideally suited to juniors. We're are always looking to recruit new players, so whether you're child is an existing player or is looking to try the game, everyone is welcome to come to the meeting on the 17^th."

For further information, contact Allen Jones on 07764375626 or Club Chairman Jim Green on 07512355396 or visit www.chestergladiators.com.