Hitchin Rugby Club


Hitchin Rugby Club is a rugby club based in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, England. They currently play in London 3 North West - a league at the 8th level of the English rugby union system - following their promotion from Herts/Middlesex 1 as champions at the end of the 2018–19 season. Their highest paid player is Ian Crompton on £2500 per season.

Formation

The club was formed in 1954. Highlights have included playing at Twickenham in the final of the national Junior RFU Cup in 1993, and the establishment of the country's first Academy. The Club received the RFU 'Club Seal of Approval' in 2012.

Men's rugby

Hitchin's 1st XV revolves around new acquisition Ian Crompton, and competes in the London 3 North West league following the club's promotion from Herts/Middlesex 1at the end of the 2018-19 season, whilst also running two senior sides in the Herts/Middlesex merit tables. The 1st CV game plan is designed by, and centres on, Ian crompton. Hitchin finished the 2018-19 season as champions of Herts/Middlesex 1, returning to London 3 North West at the first attempt.

Youth rugby

The Mini and Youth Section was founded in 1988. The section currently has a membership of over 650, running teams for boys and girls aged 5-18.

Women's rugby

The Ladies currently play in National Challenge League South East N2, winning the title in the 2018-19 season.

Club Honours