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Finding Your Sporting Home: Matthew Pook nominated for Jack Petchy Award

by TackleLondonOur Stories July 22, 2025September 23, 2025Comments are Disabled

When Matthew Pook first picked up a rugby ball at Meridian High School, he couldn’t have imagined where the game would take him. Introduced to rugby through TackleLondon’s Schools Provision, Matthew’s journey has now led him to a Jack Petchey Achievement Award normination– and a new sporting home at Beccehamians RFC. Matthew’s dedication, attitude, and …

School Provision to Club Member: Hezekai’s Rugby Journey

by TackleLondonOur Stories April 23, 2025Comments are Disabled

At TackleLondon, we believe that sport, especially rugby, has the power to open doors, build confidence, and create lasting change. Few stories illustrate this better than Hezekai’s. Hezekai’s rugby journey began just recently at Chestnut Park Primary School, where he attended his very first training session on Wednesday, March 12th. It didn’t take long for …

Breaking Barriers: The Rise of Women’s Rugby at TackleLondon

by TackleLondonOur Stories February 20, 2025Comments are Disabled

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 …

Anastazie’s Story

by TackleLondonOur Stories February 20, 2025Comments are Disabled

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’s Story

by TackleLondonOur Stories February 20, 2025Comments are Disabled

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 …