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Sammie Phillips (Director of Pathways & Performance) has been building her leadership team, and we are pleased to announce the following appointments. Cari Thorpe’s role has been reshaped into Head of Performance Support Services.  The PPLT are pleased to retain her knowledge and experience, both of our athletes and the environment they compete in.  She will continue to bu ...

The Federation of International Touch (FIT) and England Touch Association (ETA) have today confirmed that the 2026 European Youth Touch Championships (EYTC) will be hosted at the University of Warwick between Thursday 13th and Sunday 16th August. Located on the outskirts of the city of Coventry, the University will welcome an expected 45 teams from countries across Europe and f ...

The Government has launched a consultation on changes to the planning system, including the proposal to remove Sport England as a statutory consultee for planning applications involving playing fields. The Sport and Recreation Alliance is deeply concerned this would remove vital safeguards which protect playing fields from development and ensure continued community use. As an a ...

Following feedback from clubs intending to participate, England Touch has confirmed the categories for the first round of the 2026 Classic National Touch Series. Teams can be entered into the following categories: Mens 30 Mens 40 Womens Seniors Senior Mixed Entries will open in the first week of January. A few reminders: All entering clubs must be affiliated to England Touch ...