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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 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! 

In the heart of Doncaster’s sporting heartbeat, where the roar of the crowd meets the precision of elite preparation, a game-changing alliance has been forged. We’re thrilled to announce that the Doncaster Knights have teamed up with the High Performance Centre (HPC) at Eco Power Stadium as our official performance partners. This isn’t just a collaboration—it’s a commitment to pushing boundaries, sharpening edges, and elevating every player to their peak. As we lace up for another season of Championship rugby, the HPC stands ready to fuel our charge, blending cutting-edge science with the grit that defines Knights rugby.

Imagine a facility where data drives dominance, where recovery isn’t reactive but proactive, and where the line between training and triumph blurs. That’s the promise of the HPC, and it’s right here in Doncaster.

The Heart of High Performance: Inside the HPC

The HPC is more than a gym or a lab; it’s an elite ecosystem designed to unlock athletic potential. Specialising in performance testing and sports therapy, it boasts state-of-the-art tools like VO2 max, force plates for biomechanical analysis, and advanced recovery suites that rival those at Premiership clubs.

From cryotherapy to isometric dynamometers for precise muscle assessment, every inch of the space is geared toward one goal: measurable improvement. “We’re breaking down barriers to make elite-level sports science accessible to all athletes,” the HPC team emphasises, fostering an environment where pros and aspiring talents alike can thrive. And with its prime location in the stadium, it’s not just convenient—it’s immersive, surrounded by the energy of live sport.

But what does this mean for the Knights? Everything. As performance partners, the HPC has been instrumental in our build-up to the 2025/26 campaign, providing tailored support that goes beyond the basics.

Beyond the Pitch: Nurturing the Next Generation

What sets the HPC apart? It’s not just for the pros. At its core is a commitment to education, with the BSc (Hons) in Sports, Fitness and Exercise Science—a three-year degree validated and awarded by the University of Hull (UCAS Code: C602).

Personalised learning is key: Small cohorts mean tailored modules, from biomechanics to sports psychology, all applied in real-world scenarios. Experiential learning shines through placements at the HPC, where students shadow Knights and Rovers sessions, analysing data fresh from the field. Embedded qualifications—Level 3, 4, and 5 in Sport Massage—equip grads with industry creds, integrated seamlessly into the curriculum.

The focus? Employability in elite sport. Year 3’s independent research project might see a student dissecting Knights’ scrum dynamics, while electives in strength and conditioning prep for roles with pro teams. “Our facilities provide Sports students with the ultimate environment,” the HPC notes, thanks to exclusive access via Knights and Rovers partnerships. Graduates aren’t just degree-holders; they’re ready-to-deploy pros, with alumni already embedding in regional academies.

And it’s not isolated to rugby. The HPC’s roster of partners underscores Doncaster’s sporting synergy. Since 2024, they’ve been the performance backbone for Doncaster Rovers, delivering pre-season testing and unlimited recovery access that powered their title-winning charge last season. From Rovers’ recovery pods to Knights’ velocity-based training, the HPC is the common thread weaving excellence across codes

Want to join the action? Aspiring sports scientists can kickstart their journey with the HPC’s elite degree programme, while athletes and teams can tap into world-class facilities with bespoke bookings and performance packages. Reach out to Josh Wroot at [email protected] to unlock your potential today!

Darren Fearn and Sir Ian McGeechan have named their side to face Cambridge at Castle Park tomorrow afternoon. 

Two huge milestones at the club this weekend, with Scrum Half, Ollie Fox and Back Row, Rhys Tait both reaching 50 appearances for Doncaster Knights. Everyone at the club extends a huge congratulations to the duo. 

A few changes to the line up this week, with Conor Davidson starting in the front row with Joe Jones. George Roberts remains the starting hooker this weekend. 

Our front row on the bench consists of Fred Davies, (hooker) and props, Andrew Turner and Loogvi’i Mulipola. 

Our starting second row is captain Ben Murphy and Ehize Ehizode. With Adam Hopkinson, Rhys Tait and Thom Smith in the back row.

The other forwards amongst the replacements are Morgan Jones and Josh Williams. 

The back line starts with half centurion Ollie Fox at nine, paired with Russell Bennett at 10. Connor Edwards comes back into the starting line up to join Zach Kerr in the centres. 

Our back three is made up of Ryan Olowofela, Semesa Rokoduguni and Telusa Veainu. 

Scrum Half Will Wooton and Fly Half Morgan Bunting are named on the bench alongside back three, Jordan Olowofela. 

SQUAD: 1. Conor Davidson, 2. George Roberts, 3. Joe Jones, 4. Ben Murphy (C), 5. Ehize Ehizode, 6. Adam Hopkinson, 7. Rhys Tait, 8. Thom Smith, 9. Ollie Fox. 10. Russell Bennett, 11. Ryan Olowofela, 12. Connor Edwards 13. Zach Kerr, 14. Semesa Rokoduguni, 15. Telusa Veainu

REPLACEMENTS: 16. Fred Davies, 17. Andrew Turner, 18. Logovi’i Mulipola, 19. Morgan Jones, 20. Josh Williams, 21. Will Wootton, 22. Morgan Bunting, 23. Jordan Olowofela. 

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

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Doncaster Knights can now confirm the latest on an injury to Scrum Half, Alex Dolly. 

Alex Dolly suffered an injury to his groin during the Edinburgh Home game whilst goal kicking. After being immediately removed he was assessed by the medical team and the decision was made to scan at the earliest opportunity.

Following results from the scan and consultation with a specialist, Dolly will undergo surgery at the end of this week. He will work with the medical team for the next few months with a planned return to play in the New Year.