Huge thanks to the gang at Sale Sports Club for a top evening and great food for over 60 people…. not forgetting to say a big thanks to our sponsors Bar Pop, Via Manchester, Gaydio and Unite The Union plus the generous businesses and friends who donated towards our fund-raising raffle. Finally, not forgetting the Spartans who arranged everything and made it hilarious and just superb.
Pioneers of inclusive rugby: Spartans reach the Hoagland Bowl final in Brisbane
Manchester Village Spartans, pioneers of gay and inclusive rugby, are through to the Hoagland Bowl final at Bingham Cup 2026 in Brisbane, where they will face Charlotte Royals’ Appalachian Thunderkatz, 14 years after the Royals made their Bingham debut in Manchester.
