Rugby league

Sport and physical activity

Rugby league at the University of Central Lancashire develops players at all levels. You'll develop mentally and physically, testing your tactical and technical abilities. You'll work together with the team to succeed.

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Amanda Wilkinson
Head Performance Coach

Amanda made history in 2014 when she became the first ever female Level 3 Rugby League Coach in the world. Amanda was the Wigan Warriors women’s team coach and in 2018 they went on to win the first ever Women’s Super League.

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Developing rugby league players at all levels

Rugby League provides players with access to quality coaching and training sessions. You will also get access to personal training programmes. You'll get support with strength, conditioning and nutritional tips. As well as training and playing sport, you can enjoy organised social events.

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I’ve come here, straight into training, getting around the lads – we’ve got a good squad here. It’s been really beneficial to my fitness.
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Kieran Lewis
BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching & Performance, UCLan Rugby League
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UCLan is leading the way for Rugby League at university.
UCLan is leading the way for Rugby League at university.
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Where and when you'll train

Rugby league training and home matches take place at our Sports Arena. Our Sports Arena is a 64 acre multi-sports site. It caters for a wide range of outdoor sports including football, rugby, athletics, hockey, tennis, netball, cycling and rounders.

Sports Scholarship

Are you a talented individual competing at high level within your sport? Then you may be eligible for a fantastic scholarship opportunity.

Sports Scholarship
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Netball

Are you a professional netball player? Do you play for fun, or want to pick up a sport you once loved? The University of Central Lancashire delivers high quality netball training, aimed at players of all abilities.

Table tennis

Table Tennis at the University of Central Lancashire provides players with a professional, high-level training programme that enable players to fulfil their sporting potential.

Women's football

Love football? Want to keep fit and achieve your sporting potential alongside your studies? The University of Central Lancashire women's football is open to members of all abilities.

Men's basketball

The University of Central Lancashire basketball programme is open to players of all levels. Compete in the BUCS Leagues, train with the team or play recreationally.

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