As the Army Rugby Union (ARU) moves into its second century I am delighted to be able to report that we are playing as much competitive and representative rugby as ever. Despite extremely demanding operational commitments 60 teams entered last years Community and Premiership Cup Competitions. A great deal of hard work and dedication from our volunteers across the Army is what provides the opportunity for our men and women to play rugby and I and the ARU Management Board are extremely grateful.  For more information about the ARU please visit - http://www.aru.org.uk/

More than 50,000 watched the Army team retain the Inter Services Trophy with our seventh consecutive 'Grand Slam'. Similarly our Women's Senior XV have not only dominated the Inter Services Competition, but having defeated the NZ Army (over there!) they claim international bragging rights. Last season our U23 showed that there is plenty of potential coming through when they beat both Royal Navy and Royal Air Force to take the Inter Service Championship. For more information about Army v Navy 2009 please visit http://www.armynavymatch.org/