This week, community rugby is removing barriers, creating positive experiences for young players and investing in the development of the women’s and girls’ game.

This week’s grassroots stories show community rugby improving the places people meet, creating conversations around mental health and rallying behind one of its own.

This week’s stories celebrate major investment in community facilities, an inspirational young fundraiser and recognition for the grassroots organisations that develop future professional players.

This week’s FYB Rugby Round Up covers girls’ rugby funding at Canterbury, university club grants and Alton RFC’s centenary plans for the future.

This week’s stories show grassroots rugby creating meaningful opportunities, supporting greater representation and finding inventive ways to fund its future.

This week’s grassroots rugby stories demonstrate the scale, reach and imagination of community rugby – from a festival involving 1,500 young players to practical steps making the game more accessible.

From veteran players raising money for children to young players learning alongside neighbouring clubs, this week’s stories show the many ways rugby can bring people together.