Field season in limbo as RFU halt all rugby until mid-April
HUDDERSFIELD RFUC won’t be in action until at least April 14 after the RFU suspended all rugby.
The National 2 North side, who are battling relegation, moved five points clear of the bottom three with a crucial 31-15 win over Tynedale at Lockwood Park on Saturday.
But they now don’t know when they will be back in action after the game’s governing body announced drastic action last night following advice from the Government over the spread of coronavirus.
A statemend from the RFU said: “Following government advice today, the Rugby Football Union (RFU) will suspend all rugby activity in England, at both professional and community level, including club training, league and cup matches plus rugby education courses from 17 March until 14 April subject to continued review.
“The decision has been taken following Government advice in the interests of players, coaches, referees, volunteers, supporters and the wider rugby union community.
“Where possible, players at all levels are encouraged to maintain their own personal fitness and keep active during this time, while following government guidelines about safe distance and safe exercise environments.
“The RFU will continue to review and monitor government advice and will provide detailed updates on the impact to the season in the coming weeks.”
The Gallagher Premiership rugby union’s top flight - have also suspended their fixtures for five weeks, covering four league rounds and European quarter-finals scheduled for April 3-5.
A Premiership Rugby statement said: “We are sorry to tell our fans that we will be postponing our season for five weeks, in line with today’s advice of Prime Minister Boris Johnson, which confirmed that the Government would no longer support mass gatherings.
“The safety of our fans and staff is our first priority.”