NEWS ROUND-UP

Get shirty Nottingham have launched a #NameTheShirt fundraising campaign where people can donate to have their name featured on a one-off shirt that the team will play in before Christmas. For more information, see nottinghamrugby.co.uk

Ton up Pat Tapley (below) made his 100th appearance for Bedford in their Championship opener, a 10-9 loss at Coventry. The Blues wing said: “Bedford has become like a second home for me.”

Knights’ feast Doncaster Knights are running a match-day takeaway service, so fans can order a roast or the signature Cow Pie to enjoy while watching the game via live stream. See drfc.co.uk for details.

Moving on Jim Molony, head of athletic performance at Jersey Reds, is leaving the club at the end of the season to join Benetton.