Building on last week’s improved performance against Crowborough, Hove U12 Girls made the lengthy journey to a wet and windy Hastings. Feeling full of confidence, Hove started at pace and a flowing move through the hands led to an opening minute try for Joslin. Quick to the ball and solid in defence (with some much improved rucking and tackling throughout), Hove exerted their dominance and went into the half with a 30-10 lead courtesy of 4 first half Joslin scores and tries

For their second match of the season, Hove U12 girls travelled to Crowborough. A fast start from the hosts put Hove on the back foot, but with a combination of some tough tackling and secure rucking the maroon and blues managed to stem the tide leading into half time. After some inspirational half-time words from head coach Mark, Hove flew out of the blocks in the second half, and a superb run and off-load from Joslin put Poppy L into the corner for her and Hove’s first try

Hove U16 girls delivered a superb performance against a physical Seaford/Hastings outfit, combining strong organisation, relentless tackling, and blistering pace. From the outset, Hove’s attacking structure was outstanding. Quick passing, excellent support play, slick offloads and a hunger to generally keep the tempo high, showcased the very best of our girls’ talents. Big carries by both the forwards and the centres ensured that our girls were constantly on the front foot.

Hove U14 Girls recorded an impressive 27–0 friendly win away at Westcombe Park on Sunday, overcoming an initially physical and tactically challenging opponent to continue their strong run of form. The first half was tense and closely fought, with Hove needing to dig deep in defence to contain an aggressive Westcombe Park pack. Eventually, Hove edged ahead through a trademark barging try from Lottie, with Effie adding a superb conversion from just inside the touchline. Effie’s

Sunday 19 October 20, 2025 Horsham 7 Hove 33 Hove U14 girls kicked off their season in impressive fashion, continuing their strong form from last year with a hard-fought but convincing 33-7 win over longtime rivals Horsham on Sunday. Playing on a tough all-weather surface that tested both lungs. knees and legs, Hove quickly found their rhythm, opening the scoring with an early try from winger Charlotte, who once again lived up to her growing reputation as a reliable finisher

After a narrow loss in their first Sussex League game to Horsham, round 2 saw Hove host Crowborough for their first home game for the season. Hove got off to a fast start, with Thea crossing the line early on the right wing, and Hove kept up the fast pace, with some devastating forward carries either creating some tries themselves or generating quick ball to unleash the backline. From there, a dominant first half performance saw Hove execute a number of chances to take them t

For their second competitive outing this season, and first league game, Hove U12 girls travelled to Uckfield for face a combined UckHeath...

Two of our exceptionally talented Hove U18s have been selected for the Sussex PDG programme, one of the first steps in the England Rugby...

Congratulations to everyone who has been nominated for Player of the Month, every month coaches from across the club put forward a player for this award. The winner is drawn entirely at random at the end of every month and wins a meal for 2 at Al Duomo in Brighton! 🏆 Scroll down to see this months winner! 👇 Womens Vets Section: Daniella K Daniella was sidelined through injury at the back end of last year through the summer. She has come back to rugby the last month full of

A successful outing for the Hove U14 Girls at the Haywards Heath Rugby 10s Festival on Sunday. Hove were able to field two mixed teams,...

Hove Girls U12 travelled to Haywards Heath for their first competitive fixtures of the season, with several U11s making their first step...

On a bright, fresh and, at times, relatively-warm late September afternoon, Hove U16 girls took on a combined Horsham/Worthing/Pulborough u16 girls’ squad in a friendly match away at Horsham.

Lexi from Hove U14 girls headed down to Brighton to interview Jess Breach ahead of their match against Australia for the Women's World Cup

2025 Six Nations U18 Women’s festival update Hove RFC is absolutely thrilled to celebrate one of its own, Lucia Dickinson (17, Flanker),...

Finished off with a fantastic win in the Sussex Cup Our Hove U14 Girls have had an outstanding season, showcasing incredible growth,...