Stags maintain chase
Hemel came into this game knowing that to keep the pressure on the leading pack nothing less then a win would do. ...... read more
Stags edged out by Celtic (4/07/2009)
Hemel’s midseason slump continued going down in a thriller at Dewsbury Celtic...... read more
Stags lose out to Rangers (27/06/2009)
In the match of the round, Rangers drew to within two points of the Stags and up to third by completing the double over the Hertfordshire outfit. ..... read more
Stags hot on the heals of Buffaloes (21/06/2009)
Hemel kept hot on the heels of the Buffaloes with a 12-try victory over the Lions ..... read more
Stags back to winning ways (14/06/2009)
Hemel returned to winning ways on the ground where their play-off hopes had been ended in 2008, taking the spoils in a terrific encounter..... read more
Stags felled by the Outlaws of Nottingham (07/06/2009)
Stags maintain Buffalo pursuit (30/05/2009)
Hemel maintained their pursuit of Bramley at the top, staying four points behind the leaders as they ended Warrington’s of consecutive wins...... read more
Stags Go (North) West (27/05/2009)
After suffering their first home defeat at the hands of Bramley, Hemel look to getting back to winning ways on Sunday with an away trip to Warrington Wizards. Even the Development team are getting in on the action by playing a friendly just 20 miles down the road in Chester against North West outfit, Chester Gladiators.
Both teams will be travelling by coach to the North West.
Stags suffer narrow defeat to Bramley (25/05/2009)
Hemel suffer home Bramley defeat .... read more
Stags maintain winning run (16/05/2009)
Hemel prepared for next week’s massive top of the table clash with Bramley with a 13-try romp over Carlisle .... read more
Stags see off strong Lions (10/05/2009)
Hemel stayed in touch with Bramley at the top with their fourth win from five outings but were pushed all the way in a terrific contest in the Hertfordshire sun..... read more
Development Team have first hit out at Hammersmith (6/05/2009)
Hemel Development team play their first London league game of the season against competition favourites Hammersmith Hillshoists. Hammersmith a newly formed team and are made up of Australians that are based down in the Ealing area. Head Coach Troy Perkins said " All the lads are looking forward to testing themselves against quality opposition. Our squad is a blend of our unders 18s players that are making the step up to senior rugby like Aaron Higgs, George Stevens, Keiran Dixon, Jamie Acton as well as some of our experienced players that are coming back from injury like former London Skolars player Dave Afreh, Gareth Swindells, Jared Riki and Ben Kay. It will give me an opportunity to look at all theses lads as they push for first team selection. This is a very strong development team and it is great to see the depth we have at the club at the moment"
The game will be played at Twyford Sports Ground Acton.
Meet time at Pennine Way is 11am.
Stags vs Gateshead Game Change (29/04/2009)
Hemel Stags would like to announce that the Gateshead Storm fixtures have been reversed. The fixture on the 2nd May will now be played AT GATESHEAD STORM and the fixture between the two clubs on 18th July will now be played at Pennine Way.
2nd May Gateshead Storm vs Hemel Stags @ Gateshead
19th July Hemel Stags vs Gateshead Storm @ Pennine Way
Stags Punish Celtic (18/04/2009)
Hemel maintained their impressive start to the campaign with a very classy victory against a Celtic side on their first hit out...... read more
Stags Humble Casuals (19/04/2009)
The Hemel Stags Development team had a convincing win against Eastern Conference team Northampton Casuals.... read more
Stags give Lions Mauling (12/04/2009)
Hemel are the early competition leaders after a ten try performance on a glorious afternoon which thoroughly entertained the Bury fans ..... read more
Hemel Development side have Casual affair (09/04/2009)
A Hemel Stags 'Development' team have a friendly fixture against Northampton Casuals. The game will be away at Northampton on Sunday 19th April with a 2.30pm kick off, meeting at Pennine Way at 12.30.
All those players wishing to play in the friendly are encourgaed to attend training at Pennine way Tuesday and Fridays at 6.45pm.
More about the Northampton Casuals can be found here.
Hemel run Rangers close (06/04/2009)
Hemel Stags opened their season with a narrow defeat at the hands of Huddersfield Underbank. The game was a great advert for the competition and both sets of players gave their all in front of a highly appreciative and healthy opening day crowd..... read more
2009 Kit Launched by Local MP (01/04/2009)
Hemel Stags unveiled their 2009 playing Kit at The Waterside Wine Bar last night with Local MP Mike Penning in attendance. Hemel players, Staff, fans and Sponsors all patiently waited for the shirt to be unveiled... most of which had not seen the shirt design.
New Kit Launch
Hemel Stags are proud to announce that they will be launching their new kit this Tueday night (31st March) at The Waterside Wine Bar, Waterhouse Street, Hemel. at 8.00pm. The event will be attended by Hemel Stags players, sponsers and staff.
The evening is open to everyone, so get yourselves along for a sneak preview of the new kit..
Because of licensing rules this is only open to over 18's.
Training Changes
Following the end to the Pre-season training, the training times for the 2009 Season are as follows:
Tuesdays @ Pennine Way commencing at 6.45pm
Friday @ Pennine Way commencing at 6.45pm
Opening National Conference Game Switches to Sunday
Following a request from Huddersfield Underbank Rangers, Hemel Stags will kick the new season off away to Huddersfield on SUNDAY 5th APRIL, (not Saturday 4th April).
William Sutton Homes Chiltern's Junior League
The following awards were presented to the players of the William Sutton Homes Chiltern's Junior League:
Grovehill Tigers u'13s
Best Forward Ronnie Howell
Best Back Tom Harris
Coaches Player Joe Garner
Adeyfield Dragons u'13s
Best Foward Samuel Griffiths
Best Back Toby Cozens
Coaches Player Stephen Piper
Highfield Hawks u 15's
Best Forward Wesley Read
Best Back Tyler Hurst
Coaches Player Marcus Power
Adeyfield Dragons u 15's
Best Forward Tom Major
Best Back George Ray
Coaches Player Matt Donovan
Also each player that completed in the league recieved a certificate of appreciation.
Stags announce Preseason Planning....
Hemel Stags announced their Preseason training plans and Season goals at a Team Meeting held at Pennine Way on 28th January.
Bob Brown and Coach Troy Perkins presented a round up of Season 2008, putting to bed a disapointing year for the Stags... but announced plans to make 2009 a season to remember.
Key Points:
Fixtures announced
Preseason Training Schedule announced
Stags appoint new Community Sports Coach....
Hemel Stags are pleased to announce the appointment of Stuart McIntyre to the position of Community Sports Coach at Hemel Stags. Stuart is a first team player for the club, making over 13 appearences for the club in various back line positions. The speedy utility back ran in 6 tries in the 2008 season amounting a respectable 24 points for the campaign.
Stags miss out on playoffs....
The Buccaneers won the sudden death encounter with the Stags to joyously qualify for the top six in their first season at this level. .. ... Read more
Stags lose to Wizards....
Hemel Stags went down fighting to a top of the table Warrington Wizards team at Wilderspool on Saturday. .. ... Read more
Hemel Stags Junior's Presentation Night....
Friday 29th August we will be holding the junior’s presentation night at Pennine Way. . Read more
Stags calm Storm....
In the scramble for the top six, Hemel forced their way into a play off spot with two rounds of the regular season to go.. ... Read more
Stags push for playoffs....
A big first half performance saw Hemel continue to make a push for a play off place and reverse their earlier defeat at Celtic.. ... Read more
Stags grab Hertfordshire Volunteer of the Year Accolade.....
Andy Gilvary of the RFL announced today that Ernie Howells has been Awarded the Hertfordshire Volunteer of the Year award for his outstanding contribution to the development of rugby league in the South of England.
Ernie’s work for the sport was not only noted by the RFL, the National Governing Body of the Rugby League, but by his peers, community, players, coaches, match officials, staff and fellow volunteers who have worked alongside him over the past year.
Ernie will pick up his accolade at the London and the South Volunteer & Junior League Awards day that will take place at the Twickenham Stoop prior to the Harlequins V Bradford game on August 3rd 2008. The events aim is to not only recognise the efforts of valued volunteers but also the successful development and progression of Rugby League in the region, a fact in many cases attributed to the hard work of people like Ernie.
Ernie will also have his picture taken at half time on the pitch in order to recognise his efforts nationally.
We would like to congratulate you Ernie on the hard work you have put into the sport.
Hemel Stags are running a coach from the club for the match at Quins on that day at a cost of £5 which includes a match ticket. There are very few places left on the coach, so if you are interested you can speak to Sam or Dave at the club.
Stags fall in Wales....
Hemel Stags gave Crusaders Colts a scare at the Brewery Field on Saturday as they led their hosts for a lot of the first half. ... Read more
Stags downed by Buffaloes ....
Three tries in a devastating ten minute spell mid way through the first half downing the Stags ... Read more
Hemel leap into playoff spot....
Hemel leapt into the play off shake up with a 20 try annihilation of the Lions ... Read more
Hemel tame Lions
Hemel took to the road again as they beat the East Lancashire outfit in a re-arranged fixture from round 2... a much needed win for the Hertfordshire side... Read more
Hemel lose at Rampant Rangers
Underbank Rangers moved into fifth spot in the table with a dominating 13 try rout of their out-gunned opponents. Read more
Hemel lose to Colts
Hemel suffered their second home defeat at the hands of league leaders Celtic Colts. Celtic maintained their sensational start to the campaign with an overwhelming victory at Hemel. Read more
Hemel submit stadium plans
Hemel Stags have formally submitted a detailed planning application for the development of their Pennine Way ground.
The planned facilities are intended to allow the Stags to grow their youth development programme and to also allow the Stags to progress in the National Leagues.
Full details of the planning application can be found on here Dacorum Borough Council's website
Challenge Cup arrives in Hemel
The Rugby League Challenge Cup came to Hemel on Friday, The oldest Rugby trophy in the world at 112 years old was first played for in 1896/7 season was taken to Adeyfield and Astley Cooper schools, it was also taken to Dacorum Borough Council offices where the Dacorum Safety Partnership team was shown the Cup It was then taken to Hemel Stags Rugby League Club, where the junior players was pictured with the cup, Chairman Bob Brown explained, “The cup was taken on a tour around Hertfordshire thanks to the Rugby Football League initiative in allowing such an important part of the games history being shown to the grassroots players of the game”.
Catch all the photo action here
Young Stags show promise
HEMEL STAGS 16 BRAMLEY BUFFALOES 26 – Pennine Way (Sunday)
All the points were scored in the opening 42 minutes in a fine match, Bramley emerging victorious after making the most of their chances. Read more.....
Late burst seals first win for Stags
Hemel started the RLCN season with a win, a late burst seeing them emerge victorious after scoring seven tries to four. Read more.....
Hemel Stags Launch New Season With A New Shirt
Hemel Stags begin their 2008 Rugby League season with a home game against Huddersfield on Sunday 6th April KO 2.00pm at Pennine Way.
We spoke to Head Coach Troy Perkins “Our 2008 RLCN campaign begins soon and all the boys can’t wait for the first game against Huddersfield. Training has been going well and there has been a real buzz around the club. We achieved a great deal in our two pre season games and some of the younger players have put their hand up for first team selection. Most of last season’s squad has remained except for Michael Chan and Matt Thomas (London Skolars) as well as Nathan Ferguson and Aaron James who have both returned to Australia.
There are some new additions to the senior squad including local lads Ryan Backhouse Aaron Higgs, Karl Turner, James Keeley and Eddie M’Baraga. They have all fitted in well and are all working hard on improving their game. We have also recruited some quality Australians including Kane Phillips from Brisbane, Caine Wynyard from Sydney and John Maggan from Cairns who will all be involved over the coming weeks.
I feel that this season will be the toughest to date as the standard has been raised season after season. There are more quality players joining clubs in this league which can only be good for the competition. We have set our goals and this includes improving on last season’s sixth place.” He added “We are always on the lookout for new players so if you fancy having a try pop up to a Tuesday night training session”
Hemel Stags who have been playing Rugby League in the town since 1981 will be running two senior teams this year, one in the Co Operative Rugby League Conference National and one in the London Merit league.
Hemel also unveiled their new kit for this season
Above: From left to right, B J Swindells, Gareth Swindells and club captain Ben Kay
Perkins adds depth to squad
Hemel Stags have added some more depth to the backline with former Moseley rugby union player Mark Coulson joining the club.
Head Coach Troy Perkins said:
"I am really pleased that Mark has agreed to play with us season. He has been involved at a professional rugby union club and has the ability to go a long way in rugby league. I have watched him play alot of rugby union this season and I feel that rugby league will suit him down to the ground. Mark is a very creative ball player and has a great kicking game which will benefit us whether he plays standoff or fullback. I am looking forward to him being involved at some point in the game against Huddersfield"
Stags Season 2008 Launch Night
Hemel look to launch their 2008 season with an evening of entertainment and drinks on Tuesday 1st April at feature sponsor Walkabout Watford. The event will kick off at 8.30pm. Players, Club Coaches and Staff, Sponsors and followers of the club will be attending the event to gain an insight into whats in store for 2008 and also gain a sneaky peak at the new kit for 2008 that the Stags will be sporting.
New Season, New Look; [26/03]
Hemel launch their 2008 season with a new look website.
Grovehill Tigers win Under 13s Grand Final [26/02]
Tigers won 24 - 16 in which was a thrilling game watched by over 100 proud parents, Tigers went into a quick lead to score 24 points , in a game that both teams gave thier all, Hatfield Comets came back in the second half to score 16 points and were pressing Tigers right up to the final whistle. It was a game that was played in a great sprit. Man of the Match was Tigers Lewis Jones
And to make it a good day for the Hemel Teams The under 15s defeated the St Albans under 15s to secure the William Sutton Homes sponsered Chilterns junior League under 15s Grand Final. Hemel ran out winners by a scoreline of 36 - 20. Hemel was cruising till just after the second half when St Albans started to put some good moves together and found the confidence to take the game to Hemel and a great game ensued. Hemel relied on thier experience to weather the storm a keep the lead.
Well done all teams a great day with all the children being presented with thier medals by Hemel Stags chairman Bob Brown.
Above: Grovehill Tigers lift the Trophy
