Here is your guide to Doncaster Knights v Worcester Warriors – all the important information for Tomorrow’s game!

• 2:30 PM Kick-Off
• Saturday 25th October
• Castle Park

Turnstiles open from 12pm!

Tickets:

Tickets for the fixture are cheaper when purchased online, however can be bought from the ticket window on the day.

The ticket window is located around the back of the Lloyd De Mulder stand. 

U16s tickets are FREE but they must still get a ticket to get through the turnstiles.

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Season tickets can be collected from the ticket window from 5pm. 

Entertainment for kids: 

First team players not included in this week’s match day squad will be on the artificial pitch between 1pm and 2pm for a free coaching and games session for kids of all age. 

There will also be the bouncy slide and trampolines available too! 

Players will be making appearances around the Ballards family stand for selfies with fans. 

Turnstiles: 

We have now added turnstiles to the ground allowing easier and quicker match day access! It is as simple as scanning your ticket at the gate to trigger entry through the turnstile!

We have worked with the engineers to speed up the function of the turnstiles. To help with a smooth entry to the ground, where possible, please distribute e-tickets so that each fan has their own ticket on their own device. If this is not possible – please can the ticket holder scan everyone through before entering the ground last.

Parking:

Parking is available on site and operates on a first come, first serve basis – NOTE: This fixture is expected to be busier than normal, there are also races on at Doncaster Racecourse so please arrive early to avoid disappointment. 

Parking is also available at Outwood Academy Danum and the Sportsman pub, which is just a short walk away from the ground.

Accessible Parking is available on our woodside car park, access to the concourse from the bottom end can be given to reduce walking distance. 

Food and Drink: 

We will have a variety of Food and Drink options available on match day. All bars will be open! 

BRAND NEW DONUTS! We have now started selling donuts on all of our bars! 

Our famous Cow Pie will be available at the Knights Fayre, along with a selection of other hot food. You can also purchase pasties and hot drinks at the end of the concourse bar.

Live Sport: 

We will be showing the following games in the concourse:

• Harlequins v Newcastle – 3PM 
• Leicester v Sale – 5:30PM 

Club Shop:

Club shop will be open from 12pm!

Doncaster Knights are delighted to confirm that Fenwood Estates, a long-established and award-winning development company based in Doncaster, have strengthened their partnership with the club ahead of the new 2025/26 campaign.

Building on a successful collaboration launched last season, Fenwood Estates have increased their commitment through enhanced kit sponsorship, with their logo now proudly featured on the home and away shorts. This premium position ensures exceptional visibility during live matches, media coverage, and the expanded streaming programme introduced for the coming season.

Evolving from its origins as Fennell Builders, Fenwood Estates has grown into a highly regarded land and property development company recognised for its community focus, quality design and environmental awareness. The company continues to invest in initiatives that support local growth and sustainability, aligning strongly with the values of Doncaster Knights.

In addition to their kit sponsorship, Fenwood Estates will continue to feature on a pitch-side advertising board and remain headline sponsors of the Knights’ environmentally friendly reusable cups, reinforcing their shared commitment to reducing waste and improving community facilities.

Melissa Kroger, Managing Director at Fenwood Estates, recently visited Castle Park with Teresa Allison, Fenwood Estates’ Commercial Manager, to mark the renewal. Melissa commented: “We’re thrilled to continue building our relationship with Doncaster Knights. Supporting local sport is incredibly important to us — it mirrors our company ethos of being at the heart of the community and giving back to the region that supports our success. The partnership offers a fantastic platform to engage with local people and businesses while celebrating everything that makes Doncaster special. We’re really looking forward to another great season, both on and off the pitch.”

Tracey Owen, Head of Commercial at Doncaster Knights, added: “Working with Melissa and the Fenwood team has been a pleasure. Their enthusiasm for community engagement and their belief in what the club stands for make them an ideal partner. We’re thrilled to see their continued support this season and are confident that this partnership will continue to grow for years to come.”

Both parties are looking forward to an effective 2025-26 season both on and off the pitch. Whether you are looking for a house move, new house or your first house, Fenwood Estates are there to help. To learn more about what Fenwood Estates has to offer, visit their website.

For more information about sponsorship and hospitality at Doncaster Knights call Tracey Owen on 01302831388 or email [email protected].

🛡️JOIN THE TEAM: Knights Matchday Filmer!

If you’re a young Knights fan or interested in analysis, this is your chance to gain experience and learn with our professional team. This opportunity will allow you to be part of our analysis process on match days.

What to expect:
• Learn on different cameras/tech
• Be apart of the Knights on a match day and involved in the team’s analysis process
• Get support to further enhance your opportunities
• Option to gain further experience around school or university.

How to apply: email [email protected] with a PDF one-page CV and a cover letter no more than 200 words telling us about you and why you’d be perfect for the role.

🗓 Application deadline: 21st November 2025

Doncaster battle the Pirates and the elements to edge a 15-15 draw in Cornwall. 

The Knights worked hard to level the scores in the final 5 minutes during a rainy and windy trip to The Mennaye. The hosts made the first move with a try from full back, Iwan Price-Thomas. They moved the ball out wide to gain the meters up the wing, before passing the ball back inside to the 15. 5-0. 

The Knights then picked up the momentum as Joe Margetts placed a brilliant return kick deep into Pirates half, he then applied the pressure, forcing Cornish to kick it out on the full. 

Donny continued to build and a line out steal from Ben Murphy kept them on the front foot. Moments later, Matt McNab powers of the line against his old club. Donny moved the ball quickly as he ran onto the ball at pace, opening the gap for him to dot it down under the sticks. Russell Bennett added the extras to go 5-7 up. 

Pirates are the next to go over the whitewash, a powerful carry off the line out ignites there attack, before they display a series of offloads to open the space and an inside ball to scrum half Dan Hiscoks finishes the job. This time the conversion is added. 12-7. 

The hosts continue to attack at Donny, and the forwards win a crucial scrum penalty on the 5m line to hold them out. But after a while of relentless defence from the Knights, a tackle in the air gifts them the chance to kick for three. 

Half time score, 15-7. 

The weather began to play an even bigger part in the second half, with the rain and the wind both worsening. It was a battle of set-piece, and the Donny forwards worked really well to keep the Knights in the game. Both scrums and line outs were almost spotless, and eventually Donny snatched another try. 

The Knights moved the ball quickly and Connor Edwards thew a long ball to Telusa Veainu. Veainu then whipped the ball across to second row, Morgan Jones, who was out on the wing. Jones showed some lovely footwork to step around the final defender before sliding over in the corner. 15-12. 

Both teams struggled to find any way of getting points as they battled with the weather conditions, but another massive scrum from the forwards set Bennett up for a final three points. 

Despite the conditions, Bennett slotted it comfortably to level the scores. Full time 15-15. 

The Knights now turn their attention to a huge opposition week. Doncaster host Worcester Warriors at Castle Park on Saturday 25th October. Grab your tickets now!

Darren Fearn and Sir Ian McGeechan have named their team to travel down to Cornwall in round three of the CHAMP. 

Our starting front row is unchanged, with Conor Davidson at losehead and Joe Jones at tighthead, George Roberts starts between them as the hooker. Our replacement front row is also unchanged, Andrew Turner, Logovi’i Mulipola and hooker, Fred Davies. 

In the second row, Josh Williams comes into the starting line up with Morgan Jones, as captain Ben Murphy is shifted to 6. Jasper McGuire comes into the line up to start at eight, with Rhys Tait the other member of the back row. 

On the bench, Ehize Ehizode and Ben Chapman make up the remainder of the forwards in the squad. 

Our half backs are unchanged again, with Olllie Fox at 9 and Russell Bennett at 10. Will Wootton and Morgan Bunting are the duo set to replace them. 

Former pirate, Matt McNab starts on one wing, with Jordan Olowofela coming into the line up on the other. Telusa Veainu remains our full back. 

Joe Margetts comes into the starting centres to join last week’s player of the match, Connor Edwards. Zach Kerr is the final replacement in the squad. 

SQUAD: 1. Conor Davidson, 2. George Roberts, 3. Joe Jones, 4. Josh Williams, 5. Morgan Jones, 6. Ben Murphy, 7. Rhys Tait, 8. Jasper McGuire, 9. Ollie Fox. 10. Russell Bennett, 11. Matt McNab, 12. Connor Edwards 13. Joe Margetts, 14. Jordan Olowofela, 15. Telusa Veainu

REPLACEMENTS: 16. Fred Davies, 17. Andrew Turner, 18. Logovi’i Mulipola, 19. Ehize Ehizode, 20. Ben Chapman, 21. Will Wootton, 22. Morgan Bunting, 23. Zach Kerr.  

Unavailable for selection: Alex Dolly, Josh Bainbridge, Thom Smith, East Timor Viliamu

Doncaster Knights are delighted to announce that insurance brokers, Stonebridge Group has renewed their highly valued sponsorship for the 2025/26 season.

Stonebridge Group are a well established independent insurance broker, with a growing office in Bawtry, Doncaster, providing flexible and straightforward insurance solutions to medium to large sized businesses, which is underpinned by exceptional personal service. Stonebridge Group have renewed their kit sponsorship for the 2025/26 season, with their logo situated boldly on the shoulders of the Doncaster Knights’ home and away kits. The sponsorship deal will also see the renewal of Stonebridge Group’s pitch side perimeter advertising board together with a new driveway advertising board at Castle Park.

Through the renewed sponsorship, Stonebridge Group are demonstrating their commitment to supporting Doncaster Knights’ ambitions on and off the pitch as the Knights remain focused on promotion and supporting the local community. Stonebridge Group are extremely keen to support grassroots rugby through to the full-time professionals Knights in the Champ rugby league, while their core value of teamwork aligns closely with the team.

George Rowley, Sales Director, shared in his excitement over the new agreement, stating that he and Stonebridge “are delighted to be one of the shirt sponsors for Doncaster Knights this season, in which we hope will be a memorable year. We are delighted for the opportunity to extend our relationship with the Doncaster Knights community and continue to meet with as many fans and local businesses at games throughout the season. After a thoroughly enjoyable first year with the Knights family we are looking forward to this partnership further leading to many years of success. We are extremely proud of our relationship with the Knights and are delighted to also participate in their golf day and sponsors lunches. We shall definitely be taking advantage of the hospitality at times during the season and look forward to showcasing the superb facilities at Castle Park to our clients, family and friends.”

Tracey Owen, Head of Commercial, expressed her joy in the partnership saying “the club are delighted to extend the partnership with Stonebridge Corporate Insurance Brokers this season who are an independent insurance broker. With their interest in rugby, business and the local community their shirt sponsorship was the perfect way to showcase their brand locally and we are looking forward to welcoming them to games to entertain their clients.”

The latest agreement also will see Stonebridge Group extend their support with hospitality and season tickets. Whether entertaining clients, staff or enjoying time with friends and family, George and Stonebridge Group’s Managing Director Alan Passmore will enjoy a fantastic atmosphere, delicious food and entertaining rugby action.

To learn more about all that Stonebridge has to offer, you can read more on their website.

To find out more about the sponsorship opportunities at Doncaster Knights, contact Tracey Owen via email [email protected], or via telephone on 01302 831388. 

Doncaster Knights can now confirm the latest on an injury to Back Row, Thom Smith.

Thom sustained a knee injury in the first half of the game against Cambridge at the weekend. Further assessment and imaging has shown a significant knee injury, requiring surgery. This will unfortunately rule Smith out for the remainder of the season but will work closely with the medical and performance team throughout this time period.

Everyone at the club wishes him a speedy recovery.

Doncaster Knights bounced back with a huge 42-15 win over Cambridge in their first CHAMP game at Castle Park.

Cambridge scored the first points of the game when Donny gave away a penalty at the breakdown, giving the visitors the opportunity to claim three points. 0-3. They continued to apply some pressure onto Doncaster and distributed the ball quickly between players, this eventually resulted in a try. A successful conversion meant they were 0-10 up. 

Doncaster soon warmed into the game with an impressive try by Telusa Veainu. Connor Edwards carried hard before switching the direction of play and offloading to Bennett. Bennett broke the line and flung the ball out to Veainu. Bennett added the conversion. 7-10. 

Ryan Olowofela carried brilliantly up the wing, gifting Doncaster a scrum 5m out. The pack dominated the set piece and Fox shipped the ball out quickly. Captain Ben Murphy, picked the ball from the back of the breakdown and drove his way under the posts. Bennett added the extras to make the half time score 14-10.

Ollie Fox scored a stellar try on his 50th appearance to start the second half well. It was centre, Zach Kerr who ignited the play with a brilliant chip and chase, which he gathered himself. Connor Edwards ran the support line and snatched the ball before shipping it to Rokoduguni. Rokodugni made the final offload back inside to Fox, who went the rest of the way. Bennett’s conversion was good, 21-10. 

The Knights really started to come into their own as another try quickly followed for our other half-centurion, Rhys Tait. Donny executed the line out brilliantly, popping the ball up to Tait. The back row attacked the gap with great pace to get over the line. Bennett added the conversion again. 28-10. 

A free kick at scrum time meant Donny could continue to attack and our centre partnership linked up brilliantly to open the space for Kerr to power over the line. Bennett with yet another conversion. 35-10. 

Cambridge then claimed one for themselves with a lovely cross field kick out wide. 35-15. 

It was all Donny from then on, with Zach Kerr scoring his second of the day. Fox intercepted Cambridge’s ball and tipped it backwards. Kerr gathered the ball and ran it in from about 22m out. Bennett added the final kick to earn 100% off the T. 

Full time score, 42-15. 

Donny are on the road again next week to face Cornish Pirates, before we host Worcester Warriors at Castle Park in a fortnight. Secure your tickets for what is set to be a huge game!