On Friday the 16th of August, the Knights travelled across to Sale Sharks training centre in Carrington for a joint training session with the Premiership team. 

The teams began the session by splitting off into backs and forwards. The forwards practiced contested scrums and line outs while the backs took each other on in a skill-based attacking session. Both the backs and forwards performed at high intensity and made a competitive match up for the Premiership team.

The next part of the session consisted of a series of Sale v Knights training games, it was 15 v 15, shoulders on with fully contested set pieces. Referee Karl Dickson officiated all the contested drills and the training games to help the teams perfect their discipline and technique.

The day was a great learning opportunity for the Knights as they had to perform under fast-paced, game scenarios against a strong Sharks side.

Spot some of the Sharks catching up with the Knights post training…

 

 

Doncaster Knights are pleased to welcome Chris Wroot to the Knights family. Wroot will be our brand new club Chaplain to provide support for our players throughout the season. 

Wroot says: “I am honored to accept the role of chaplain for our local rugby team and to be part of the Knights Rugby family. As an ordained priest in the Church of England, I currently serve the mission area of Warmsworth, Balby, and Wadworth with Loversall.”

“With over 30 years of experience in local government, I have had the privilege of working with communities across a diverse spectrum, fostering relationships built on trust, respect, and understanding.”

“My skills in communication, active listening, and maintaining a non-judgmental stance are the cornerstones of my ministry. My strong faith and commitment to service guide my approach, ensuring that I offer support and prayer to all, regardless of their background or beliefs.”

“Coming from a rugby family, I have always appreciated the safe and friendly atmosphere that rugby fosters. I am eagerly looking forward to this exciting opportunity to work with the team and the wider Knights Rugby family. My goal is to provide a confidential, supportive, and prayerful presence, helping to nurture the well-being of all involved.”

“Thank you for welcoming me into this community. I am excited to journey with you and support you in every way I can.”

Everyone at Doncaster Knights is looking forward to having Chris around heading into what will be a very exciting season.

 

 

Clearing to apply for the Doncaster Knights Academy, student athlete programme is now open.

Whether your results were unexpected, or you’ve only just decided to apply, Clearing allows you to apply for available places once you have your results. 

Here at the Knights Academy, we are partnered up with University Campus Doncaster to provide both brilliant education and high quality rugby coaching. The Academy first XV compete in the BUCS Men’s Premier North 2. 

To apply through cleaning to join the Academy, contact [email protected] OR [email protected] 

 

Over the past two days the Doncaster Knights first team have been in Bury St Edmunds for a pre season training camp. The team are continuing to grow both on the pitch and off the pitch as the weekend consisted of a handful of team bonding activities, alongside lots of training. 

Thursday: 

Upon arrival, the team got stuck straight in to their training at Bury’s ground. They started the day with a backs and forwards split, with one group using the gym while the other made their way out to the pitches for a skill based session. They then swapped for the second half of the session. 

The Knights then had a well earned break and refuel before heading back to the pitches for a series of 15v15 training sessions with the Bury St Edmunds boys. 

Thursday ended with a team bonding session where the team were split up into groups and assigned questions to discuss. This task helped everyone get to know each other on a more personal level. 

Friday: 

On Friday, the team headed over to ‘The Playground’ – an outdoor assault course just outside Bury St Edmunds. The course was 1km long with over 30 obstacles. 

The Knights also took part in a range of challenges while there: 

• Tractor tyre flips 
• Weighted JCB tyre pulls 
• Tug of War
• Car Tyre challenge around the course 
• lap of the assault course 

The playground was a brilliant day out for the team, with lots of laughs and competitiveness. Even the coaches got stuck in: 

Finally, the team ended the weekend with a team meal at a pub in the town centre. 

Bury St Edmunds will return the journey to Castle Park on Friday the 23rd of August for a pre season friendly fixture! 

After this weekend, it is safe to say it will be an exciting game – you can get your discounted tickets for the game here. 

 

Fancy a festive celebration at the home of Doncaster Knights Rugby? At Castle Park we have got parties and events to suit all budgets! 

Whether it’s for friends and family or for work colleges, we host shared or private parties with some fabulous package options. 

Attend one of our events…

The Bowkers Band & disco with two course meal:

Saturday 7th December

Friday 13th December

Party through the decades with two course chaffing buffet:

Saturday 14th December 

Friday 20th December

80’s & 90’s disco with chaffing buffet: 

Saturday 21st December 

OR

Book a private Christmas Party (minimum 80 people) 

We can help you celebrate in style at one of our spacious suites with either, a delicious two course plated meal for only £37 or a two course banquet buffet for just £32! 

Each party includes a DJ and a Disco so you can dance the night away as you truly get into the festive spirit. We will also have some fantastic deals on drinks! 

As part of our ‘Christmas spirit package’ for just £180 you can get…

• 70cl Vodka
• 70cl Gordons Gin
• 2x 70cl Prosecco
• 10x Sourz/Corky’s shots 
• Unlimited lemonade/Pepsi

We also have a ‘Jolly Bottles’ deal where you can get 10 bottles of either, Desperado, Heineken or Old Mout cider for £40. Or, our ‘Mistletoe and wine’ package is £75 for four bottles of the house wine (White, Rose or Red). 

Castle Park is a brilliant and entertaining location to celebrate over the festive season. You can pre-order all of the above via [email protected] or 01302 831388.

 

Throughout August, Doncaster Knights will be taking part in a handful of activities to help them prepare for the start of the Championship season.

From 7th August to 10th August, the squad will be travelling down to Bury St Edmunds for a weekend-long training camp. During this time they will be working hard to improve their skills, fitness and the team’s chemistry. 

Bury St Edmunds will then return the journey to Castle Park on 23rd August, where the Knights will go head-to-head with Bury in an exciting Friday night fixture. Tickets for this game are heavily discounted and can be purchased here: https://www.drfc.co.uk/tickets/

If you wish to catch the Knights in action again after the friendly, you can come along to our FREE open training session on Thursday 29th August. Tickets for the open training session can be acquired via the ticket link above.
Everyone must get their tickets, despite your status of season ticket.

The Championship season will then begin on 21st September with the Knights facing Ampthill at Castle Park. To view the full fixture list see here.

 

Doncaster Knights fans are invited to Castle Park on Thursday 29th August to watch the men’s first team train here at Castle Park. 

 

The club is hosting the event during the summer holidays to encourage families and junior fans to come meet their favourite players and get a behind the scenes look at preparations ahead of the new season.

Gates will open at 5:30pm and fans can access the ground via the turnstiles. Seating will be available in the De Mulder Lloyd Stand, not reserved. Food and drinks will be available to purchase from the main bar concourse and knights fayre in the De Mulder Lloyd Stand. 

The training session will commence on pitch 1 at 6pm and will last approximately one hour.

The Knights players will be available to sign autographs and take photos at the end of the session.

After the session, all players and coaching staff will be in the concourse bar after to mingle with the fans. 

Parking will be available in the main car park, limestone and overflow on a first come first served basis. 

Thursday 29th August
Gates Open at 5:30pm
Pitch 1, Castle Park
De Mulder Lloyd Stand Open (Seating Unreserved)
Bar Open
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