Will Hooley

Opinion: Win or lose, this weekend proved Bedford backs the Blues and we’re all welcome in the ‘Blues Family’

Bedford Blues’ final against Worcester did not end as hoped, but it did not feel like defeat. Paul Hutchinson reflects on Goldington Road, the Blues family welcome, and why Bedford backs...

OPINION: 11 million pages read as we reach our third birthday, we must be doing something right

The Bedford Independent's pages have been read 11 million times since its launch in November 2018. The data provided by Google Analytics show that since our launch we've grown steadily...

“It’s been a joy to call Bedford home” farewell from Will Hooley

I can probably speak on behalf of the majority of the town. When you think about Bedford, the Blues is high on the list. The infamous Goldington Road ground nestles...

Four big names leave Goldington Road in Blues revamp

Bedford Blues have announced the departure of four big names from their squad this afternoon. Winger Ryan Hutler and hooker Robbie Smith are joining backs Sam Leeming and...

Bedford Blues’ Goldington Road makes Top 10 list of world grounds in Times article

The home of Bedford Blues, Goldington Road, has been placed as the 6th best ground in world rugby according to Stephen James of The Times...

Bedford Blues offer free tickets to NHS staff fighting coronavirus

With preparations for next season now officially under way, Bedford Blues have committed to giving free tickets to NHS staff for their first home game...

Championship rugby season declared over as Bedford Blues finish 8th

The Rugby Football Union (RFU) has declared all rugby below the Premiership as finished for the season due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic sweeping...

Opinion: Bedford Blues’ Will Hooley talks about RFU’s reaction to coronavirus

The Rugby Football Union (RFU), released in a statement on Monday (16 March), that “all rugby activity in England, at both professional and community level” will be suspended until 17 April. The inevitable perhaps...

Bedford Blues announce short term deal for Will Maisey

Bedford Blues have announced the acquisition of outside-half Will Maisey from league rivals Coventry this afternoon, on a short-term deal until the end...

Bedford Blues sweep aside Doncaster Knights at Goldington Road

Bedford Blues jumped up another place in the Greene King IPA Championship table on Saturday afternoon as they hosted Doncaster Knights...

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