All Grassroots, All the Time Bottom of the Ruck is dedicated to celebrating everything that makes grassroots rugby great — the passion, the people, and the stories from the heart of the game.
The Ruck is where you’ll find commentary on the state of grassroots rugby.
The Boardroom is your place for conversation and tips from a club administration standpoint.
Tales from Clubland is where we share your stories from the grassroots.
Whether it’s a muddy pair of boots, the refreshing feeling of a new season, or a club rebuilding numbers, Bottom of the Ruck is where grassroots rugby gets the recognition it deserves.
Recent Posts
Our Rugby Club Podcast
A new grassroots rugby podcast is putting the spotlight where it belongs — on the volunteers, players, coaches, referees, and…
Spikers RFC and the Power of Grassroots Rugby in Kenya
Spikers RFC in Kenya is proving that grassroots rugby is built on passion, not resources. Facing challenges with transport, kits,…
Saving the Stand
Penryn Rugby Football Club is fighting back against Cornwall’s harsh weather with grit, steel, and volunteer power. Founded in 1872,…
Selkirk U14s Bound for United World Games
Selkirk RFC’s Under-14s have been invited to represent the East of Scotland and Scottish Borders at the United World Games…
Walkerburn RFC Shutting Doors
The loss of a rugby club is never just a line in a news feed. It’s the loss of a…
Choose Rugby
Most of us don’t choose rugby the first time — we stumble into it. But once it gets its hooks…
Why We Play the Game
Why We Play the Game is a poem written by Rupert McCall and adapted for this video by members of…
Why “We’ve Always Done it this Way” is a Poor Strategy
Tradition is the soul of grassroots rugby, but outdated systems can quietly hold clubs back. In this Club Ops 101…
