Blackpool Stanley Rugby Club

Blackpool Stanley Rugby Club Blackpool Stanley Rugby League Club was established in 1979 and is still going strong with a great selection of members both exsisting and new.

Blackpool Stanley was formed in March of 1979, by the former ICI Thornton Rugby League Chairman Graham Pitman and former Batley & Dewsbury professional player Brian Foley. The club played friendlies at U16s level for the rest of that season. The club then joined the North West Counties Youth League the following season entering teams into the under 17s and under 16s league. Brian Foley left the cl

ub after the first full season through work commitments with former Wigan and Blackpool Borough player Gerry Collingwood taking over Brian’s role as club coach. Youth rugby continued at the club for 2 more seasons, then an open age team was introduced in the 1982/1983 season going into the 6th division of the north west counties league, although finishing in a moderate mid table position Stanley were pushed into the 5th division for the following season. This was the start of a successful run with Stanley taking the runner up spot in the league that season. Ex Borough A team coach Phil Pitman had joined the club to take over the coaching rains and continued to push the club to greater heights taking the 4th and 3rd division titles in successive seasons, the almost reached the finals of the prestigious Wigan based Ken Gee cup in 1987 only to go out in a titanic semi final battle with a star studded Rose Bridge side. Promotion continued again the following season when Stanley were runners up to Widnes side Simms Cross. Stanley stayed in the 1st Division for 3 seasons finishing in 3rd spot in 2 of the 3 seasons. Coach Phil Pitman left the club with Malcolm Clarke taking over for the next 2 seasons which saw the club move back in Division 2

The club has always supported youth and junior rugby and the early days of the club in the 1980’s were built around recruits from local schools and more experienced players moving in to the area. In the mid/late eighties, whilst maintaining a competitive open age team and during some eras two senior teams the club recognised the need to develop another phase of youth rugby at the club. The timing was good as some players were ready to make the move to coaching. Ian Seabury and Simon Hornby, whilst still playing for the senior sides helped develop two youth teams in the late nineties. The vast majority of these sides were built, at under 15 and under 17, level on the back of successful schools development programmes and a number of maturing youngsters from existing and former Stanley players.As the club entered the 2000’s and the under 15 and 17’s sides of the late nineties matured in to open age rugby no further teams were developed at youth and junior level until the 2008/09 season.

The draw for the May Lottery took place on Friday 5th June 2026 at the Club during the regular Friday Coffee Club,The...
05/06/2026

The draw for the May Lottery took place on Friday 5th June 2026 at the Club during the regular Friday Coffee Club,

The five winners were ;

1st - Matt Bowen - £100 (number 4)
2nd - Mick O'Hara - £80 (number 35)
3rd - Shane Davidson - £60 (number 64)
4th -Gareth Hurst - £40 (number 109)
5th - Andy Bache - £20 (number 55)

Congratulations to the winners and thank you to all those who continue to support us with a lottery subscription.

Good luck to everyone for next month.

Don't forget coffee morning tomorrow at Blackpool Stanley Rugby Club everyone welcome come in for a chat and make new fr...
04/06/2026

Don't forget coffee morning tomorrow at Blackpool Stanley Rugby Club everyone welcome come in for a chat and make new friends 🏉🏉

03/06/2026
🏉🧡 Volunteers' Week 2026 🧡🏉This week, we proudly celebrate and recognise every volunteer who helps make Blackpool Stanle...
01/06/2026

🏉🧡 Volunteers' Week 2026 🧡🏉

This week, we proudly celebrate and recognise every volunteer who helps make Blackpool Stanley Rugby Club such a special place.

From our coaches, team managers, first aiders, match officials, committee members, grounds team, fundraisers, canteen volunteers, and everyone who gives up their time behind the scenes... Thank you!

Your dedication, passion, and commitment provide opportunities for our players to learn, develop, make lifelong friendships, and enjoy the game we all love. Whether you're setting up pitches, organising events, washing kit, supporting fundraising activities, or helping on match days, your contribution makes a real difference.

Our club simply could not operate without the incredible people who volunteer their time week after week. You are the heart of Blackpool Stanley, and we are truly grateful for everything you do. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

Thank you to every volunteer, past and present, for your continued support and commitment to our club and community.

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Stay turned for more details about upcoming events here at Blackpool Stanley Rugby Club!
01/06/2026

Stay turned for more details about upcoming events here at Blackpool Stanley Rugby Club!

Tough game today for the U14s away at Hindley Stags Golds. With reduced numbers for the Stanley lads due to the half ter...
31/05/2026

Tough game today for the U14s away at Hindley Stags Golds. With reduced numbers for the Stanley lads due to the half term holidays, there was no time for rest for the boys on the pitch.

💥💥Hindley Stags Golds 62 - 4 Blackpool Stanley💥💥

🏆Incredible performance from Charlie today, walking off the pitch at full time with both Coaches Player of the Match and Oppositions Player of the Match.👏👏👏🏆

🏆Captains Player of the Match today went to Tyler as did the Parents Player of the Match award. Well done Ty great performance put in, showing real commitment in your tackles and excellent ball handling today 👏👏🏆

Well done to Charlie for his late try getting Stanley on the scoreboard 🏉👏👏

Thank you to all involved, coaches, volunteers and the support of the parents and carers today 🧡🏉🧡

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Kingscote Park
Blackpool
FY38ED

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01253398888

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