We’re excited to share that TackleLondon has been featured in Online Health & Wellbeing Magazine! Ian Braid, a steering board member of TackleLondon, shares his insights on using rugby as a tool for positive change, supporting young people facing challenges, and building resilience and confidence. The article highlights our mission to prevent youth involvement in …
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We’re excited to share that TackleLondon has been featured in Online Health & Wellbeing Magazine! Ian Braid, a steering board member of TackleLondon, shares his insights on using rugby as a tool for positive change, supporting young people facing challenges, and building resilience and confidence. The article highlights our mission to prevent youth involvement in …
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At TackleLondon, we believe in the transformative power of mentorship in sport, and we’re thrilled to see this vital work recognised in The Guardian! Renowned sports writer and former Olympian Cath Bishop has shone a spotlight on the growing impact of sports mentorship in the UK, highlighting how organisations like ours are using sport to …
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Rugby has always been more than just a sport—it’s a community, a place of belonging, and a source of confidence. For the women and girls at TackleLondon, the game has been a catalyst for growth, inspiration, and making history. One player recalls the excitement of stepping onto the pitch alongside other girls, experiencing the joy …
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Anastazie’s Story: Finding Passion and Purpose Through Rugby For Anastazie, school felt like a cycle of boredom. “Where I’m not finding stuff engaging in school and just a bit bored all the time,” she explains. Opportunities outside of the classroom were limited, especially in Croydon, where access to different activities could be challenging. But then, …
Kamran grew up in Croydon, a place where the streets can be unpredictable, and opportunities for young people are limited. Knife crime is a harsh reality, and too many young people find themselves with nowhere to go. By the age of fifteen, many have already faced serious trauma, and the lack of safe spaces leaves …
This Sunday, December 1st, Old Whitgiftian RFC will proudly host its annual Minis Festival at Croham Road, welcoming over 1,000 young players and their families from across London, Surrey, and Sussex.
This Sunday, December 1st, Old Whitgiftian RFC will proudly host its annual Minis Festival at Croham Road, welcoming over 1,000 young players and their families from across London, Surrey, and Sussex.
On Friday, 8th November 2024, history was made as four Croydon schools—Riddlesdown, St Thomas More Catholic School Purley, Orchard Park High, and Meridian High School—came together for the inaugural Matt Ratana Schools Cup. This touch rugby tournament was far more than a day of sport; it was a celebration of community, connection, and the legacy …
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At TackleLondon, we believe every child deserves equal access to education. That’s why we’re proud to support RNIB Bookshare, offering FREE accessible books for learners with print disabilities!