Rugby Football League (RFL)
Rugby league is played by two teams of 13 players per side; points are scored for a try, penalty, drop kick or conversion.
- Who is the RFL?
- When do they meet?
- How are they deaf friendly?
- Where can I find out more about RFL clubs in my area?
- Are there any BSL signs I can learn for some of the rugby buzz words?
Who is the RFL?
The Rugby Football League is the National Governing Body for rugby league in England and supports participants and fans from the grassroots to the national team.
TopWhen do they meet?
Rugby clubs across the country meet weekly for training and matches. Deaf and hearing impaired players all play in mainstream clubs and leagues. Clubs meet at evenings and weekends.
How are they deaf friendly?
The RFL are working with NDCS to increase awareness of deaf players’ needs and are encouraging young deaf people and adults to become coaches through running coaching courses with BSL interpreters. The RFL will be encouraging clubs to sign the deaf friendly pledge and to recruit deaf children through running taster sessions in partnership with the NDCS.
Where can I find out more about RFL clubs in my area?
Find out more about RFL and locate your nearest club
Coaches wanting more information on how they can be deaf friendly should visit www.rfl.uk.com
Are there any BSL signs I can learn for some of the rugby buzz words?
Below we have put together a list of useful words and phrases with their sign.
RFL
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Warm up
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Put in
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Knock on
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Obstruction
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Play the ball
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Forward
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Try
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Goal post
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