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Mixed fortunes for Richmond’s Men’s Division

Andy Hopper on March 24, 2019 in News Archive | NVL Men

Richmond’s Men’s NVL2 side hosted Oxford Students on Saturday, the only team to beat them so far this season. Revenge looked to be on the cards when Oxford turned up with only six players. But they put up a fight in set one, pushing Richmond all the way until the home side prevailed 28-26. Sets two and three were much more comfortable for Richmond (winning 16 and 14) with Ben Lucas and Jonathan Anderson starring in a dominant display, cheered on by a boisterous crowd and drumming.

Five-set hatrick for Malory against Docklands

Andy Hopper on March 17, 2019 in News Archive | NVL Men

For the third time this season Richmond Docklands went to five sets against old rivals Malory Eagles. And for the third time Malory came out on top.

Under 18s lead the way

Andy Hopper on March 17, 2019 in Juniors | News Archive

Last weekend was a great one for our Junior section with both our girls and boys under 18 sides reaching the National Finals in April. They join our Under 16 girls who made it through earlier this month.

Richmond Docklands let Malory back in while NVL2 keep on winning

Andy Hopper on March 3, 2019 in News Archive | NVL Men

Richmond Docklands let a 2-0 lead slip against old rivals Malory Eagles and couldn’t recover to avoid a tough five-set loss. It was the 44^th Docklands/Malory clash, a tie that dates back to 1996. Richmond Docklands don’t have long to wait for number 45 with a chance for revenge in two weeks time on March 16^th at Kingston College Arena. The match will also be Docklands’ 500^th competitive fixture.

Durham end Richmond Docklands’ cup dream

Andy Hopper on February 24, 2019 in News Archive | NVL Men

Richmond Docklands’ KO cup run came to an end in the semi finals after a battling display against Durham Palatinates. After a mix up over Durham’s venue booking the tie was switched to Kingston but Richmond Docklands were unable to make home advantage count against a powerful and athletic Durham side.