LANCASHIRE U17 NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN

Thu 05 Mar 2026 00:00

Nominations for the 2026 Lancashire U17 Male squad are now open. 

To be eligible players must be 16 years of age and under 17 years of age at midnight on 31st of August 2025, playing for a Lancashire RFU member Club, School or College and be resident in the County. 

Coaches and team managers are invited to submit player details before 31st March 2026 using this link 2026 U17 Nomination Form

Trials and Squad Development Days will be held in April 2026, dates and venues to be confirmed. 

Three County fixtures will be played in May 2026. 

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to email Lancashire Director of Rugby, Howard Hughes mensrugby@lancashirerfu.com

Matches

Game 1 v Yorkshire U17 - Away - Sunday 10th May, 2026 - 2pm KO

Game 2 v Cheshire U17 -  Away - Sunday 17th May, 2026 - 2pm KO

Game 3 v Cumbria U17 - Home - Sunday 24th May, 2026 - 2pm KO 

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