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Beckett Sport

Beckett Rugby League hits 98% in the BUCS audit of minimum operating standards 2024-25.

‘The Rugby League programme at Leeds Beckett sets the standard for the sport and is a great example of what institutions should be looking to achieve within their own programmes to allow their teams to compete at the top of the BUCS programme'

Written By

Athletic Union

Published on 12 Dec 2024

Image of two teams playing rugby. Photo credit - Matthew Merrick Photography

'The Rugby League programme at Leeds Beckett sets the standard for the sport'

Leeds Beckett University was contacted between September and October 2024 to receive advance notice of BUCS intention to conduct audits of the current minimum operating standards (MOS) in November 2024.

The audit involved a visit from the BUCS Rugby League Coordinator which enabled them to meet staff, view facilities and have general discussions regarding the institutions’ rugby league programme.

The report stated:

As a ‘focus sport’, the Rugby League club benefits from access to top level facilities, and coaching staff, helping to create an elite environment which translates into results on the pitch.

Having Leeds Beckett student-athletes competing within high level community clubs outside of university representation is a testament to the environment and standards that have been created by all involved.’

Congratulations to Head Coach, Mark Butterill and everyone involved with the LBU Rugby League programme, you are a credit to Beckett Sport and Leeds Beckett University.

For more information on the Rugby League programme at Leeds Beckett University, please contact Mark Butterill here: M.Butterill@leedsbeckett.ac.uk.

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