13 Pro-Am Community Rugby League Show 2026 “Arrested Development”
Ste and Dave return for the 2026 season with an explosive opener as the community game enters uncharted territory. A turbulent off-season has reshaped the rugby league landscape, with the National Conference League coming to an end after 39 years and a brand-new league structure being introduced at community level.
Attention then turns to the opening round of the Challenge Cup, badly disrupted by severe weather but still delivering standout moments. The spotlight falls on Blackbrook ARLFC’s emphatic 52–6 victory over GB Police.
Dave sits down with Blackbrook head coach Paul Gartland and GB Police counterpart Bob Marsden to reflect on the contest and discuss the challenges of preparing amid uncertainty. The episode closes with Ste and Dave looking ahead to potential fixtures in rounds two and three of the Challenge Cup.
