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Jon Newcombe

Once editor of Rugby Times (2002-11), the UK's first weekly newspaper devoted to Rugby Union, and now owner of Heads Up Sports Media; Not the former Aussie tennis player of the same name, nor the son of well-known former rugby writer Barry Newcombe! 

Steve Diamond: ‘The league would be bolloxed with nine teams’
Speaking at his media unveiling on Wednesday ahead of his official start date next Monday as the Falcons’ consultant director of…
Jon Newcombe
31 Jan 2024, 6:46
Bristol swoop for Lovejoy Chawatama as Kyle Sinckler's replacement
Bears director of rugby Pat Lam had been keen on bringing Chawatama to Ashton Gate ever since the front-rower’s former club, Lon…
Jon Newcombe
30 Jan 2024, 8:05
Season is over for Jonny Hill; Sale also losing Manu Tuilagi battle
The out-of-favour England lock went down in the first half of the 37-24 loss which cost the Sharks their place in the round of 16.
Jon Newcombe
24 Jan 2024, 9:06
Richard Cockerill: 'No one can still tell me what a tier one team is'
Richard Cockerill smiles when he playfully points out that he is the only head coach that England and Georgia have ever had with a…
Jon Newcombe
19 Jan 2024, 0:28
Coach hints at what's next for Beno Obano after 'phenomenal' form
Bath Head of Rugby Johaan van Graan has hailed the “phenomenal” form of Beno Obano who is being backed to make his England ret…
Jon Newcombe
11 Jan 2024, 7:33
Will Stuart: 'The World Cup just gone was a missed opportunity'
The enormous tighthead has regrets from France but with managed game time and an injury-free run, is aiming to replace the great D…
Jon Newcombe
20 Dec 2023, 11:58
Saracens issue positive Ben Earl injury update
England could be set for a pre-Six Nations boost with the news from Saracens that Ben Earl is nearing a return to action sooner th…
Jon Newcombe
20 Dec 2023, 5:54
Double delight as Japan's men and women qualify for 2024 Olympics
A thrilling end to the Asia Rugby regional qualification tournaments sees both host nation teams secure their tickets to the Olymp…
Jon Newcombe
19 Nov 2023, 3:05
Ex-England skipper de Glanville takes up refereeing at the age of 55
While the younger breed of Bath fans are far more attuned to the achievements of his son Tom, who is fast earning himself a reputa…
Jon Newcombe
15 Nov 2023, 3:14
Harvey Biljon has found a new role after collapse of Jersey Reds
Former Jersey Reds’ director of rugby Harvey Biljon has taken up a short-term consultancy role with Rotherham Titans.
Jon Newcombe
16 Oct 2023, 11:44
Another English club go into administration
Jersey Reds, the winners of last year’s Championship, are set to enter administration.
Jon Newcombe
28 Sep 2023, 1:42
Kyle Eastmond is back in rugby union
Former dual code international Kyle Eastmond has begun his coaching journey in the RFU Championship with Jersey Reds.
Jon Newcombe
01 Sep 2023, 0:00
Sonatane Takulua: 'I didn't want to work there... I never thought I'd win 50 caps'
Sonatane Takulua went from unfulfilled meat plant worker to Tonga's first 50-cap player.
Jon Newcombe
08 Aug 2023, 1:38
The Scott Baldwin verdict on the intriguing Wales' hooker situation
Former Wales hooker Scott Baldwin believes Wales will have enough "dog" in them to do well at Rugby World Cup 2023.
Jon Newcombe
25 Jul 2023, 1:38
Fowkes leaves Ealing for Leicester Tigers
Former Wasps scrum coach Neil Fowkes is heading back to the Gallagher Premiership.
Jon Newcombe
30 Jun 2023, 2:54
Rebels cult hero to sign for Ealing Trailfinders
Melbourne Rebels ‘cult hero’ Richard Hardwick is the latest big name to be snapped up by monied Championship outfit Ealing Tra…
Jon Newcombe
19 Jun 2023, 13:02
'On paper, that is probably the strongest team we have put together'
Tonga captain Nili Latu says he is expecting “big things” from the ‘Ikale Tahi at Rugby World Cup 2023.
Jon Newcombe
15 Jun 2023, 7:18
Paolo Odogwu: 'The life was sucked out the room... it was wild'
After the shock of administration at Wasps, Paolo Odogwu has breached new frontiers with Stade Francais and the Italian national t…
Jon Newcombe
31 May 2023, 23:54
Who former Test centre Allen would select in England's midfield
England centre Anthony Allen believes the “door is open” for Dan Kelly to become Steve Borthwick’s midfield general for year…
Jon Newcombe
18 May 2023, 7:17
The Alan Gilpin verdict on new WXV clashing with the men's RWC
World Rugby CEO Alan Gilpin believes there will be a positive knock-on effect from staging the inaugural edition of WXV at the sam…
Jon Newcombe
09 May 2023, 2:41
Miles Reid: 'It was probably one of the worst days I have ever had on a rugby pitch'
The swashbuckling No 8 has had his best season yet in Bath colours and after some crushing lows he senses a revival in the West Co…
Jon Newcombe
06 May 2023, 0:06
Exclusive: England to name John Mitchell as new women's head coach
John Mitchell is set to be unveiled as the new England women’s head coach following the departure of Simon Middleton. RugbyPass …
Jon Newcombe
02 May 2023, 2:43
Payne to join Scarlets as coaching reshuffle continues
Former Ireland centre Jared Payne is set to join Scarlets as attack coach as part of a coaching reshuffle at the region.
Jon Newcombe
01 May 2023, 6:03
Newcastle to raid Coventry again for defence coach
Newcastle Falcons look set to continue their raid on Championship high-flyers Coventry with James Scaysbrook strongly tipped to be…
Jon Newcombe
27 Apr 2023, 5:01
Dan Robson: 'It was a horrific thing that happened and I'm still scarred.'
After Wasps went bust, the 14-cap England scrum-half was forced to scramble for another club and he is flourishing with Pau at the…
Jon Newcombe
12 Apr 2023, 8:48
Deal agreed for Alex Codling to become the new Newcastle boss
Newcastle Falcons have moved swiftly to replace Dave Walder with the appointment of Alex Codling as the club’s new head coach.
Jon Newcombe
05 Apr 2023, 6:53
Fiji set to play France and England in pre-World Cup warm ups
Undercooked Fiji have put together an extensive fixture list in a bid to ensure they are match ready for Rugby World Cup 2023.
Jon Newcombe
14 Mar 2023, 19:00
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