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One of THE Moments of Melrose was this ridiculous try-saving tackle to knock out Newcastle Red Bull, who had coasted to the quarter-finals, before Ayr RFC had their say, in the dramatic moments of the tie!

The NextGenRugby Podcast is back in 24 hours time, with our first of many new episodes to premiere this summer! Up first, we welcome Joe Brynes to chat all things BUCS ahead of the return of the Celestial 7s! #podcast #nextgenrugby #rugbypod #live #celestial #rugby

Share the moment that the Scottish Thistles won their first title at Melrose for 18 years, as a pitch invasion ensued! A wonderful moment to cap off a truly historic tournament. #nextgenrugby #nextgenlive #live #rugbysevens #rugby #melrose #rugbyunion #grassrootsrugby

The Sharks have managed to retain some home grown talent in Northwood's Ludi van der Walt. Wishing Ludi all the best for the future.

A bit of movement across age groups in this weeks rankings with a new number 1 in the U14 division. Full rankings available on our website.

🌟WELCOME TO TEAM NEXTGEN 🌟 3 more players join our ever expanding NextGen squad who will compete at this years Global Schools Challenge to be held in Chiang Mai, Thailand. To join, sign up here: globalschoolschallenge.com/about

Shaye Lourens will be joining his brother at the Lions who have retained the home grown youngster for 2027. All the best for your future Shaye!

Live Rugby: Howden @Melrose7s | Men's and Women's FIFTEEN MINUTES to kick off at Greenyards for the Men's 1883 Centenary Cup and the Women's Breadalbane Doddie Claymore - catch every game LIVE through the link below! youtube.com/live/j_z7q8aVw… #nextgenlive #melrose7s

Live Rugby: Howden Melrose 7s | U18s The U18s get things started today at the Howden Melrose 7s - kick off is in just 15 MINUTES! Join us for every game across the 2 pitches through the links below: Battery Pitch: youtube.com/live/-Rn9oTxB-… Annay Pitch: youtube.com/live/Jp4ND09Y9…

Live Rugby: Howden Melrose 7s | Men's, Women's, U18s ONE HOUR until we get underway here at the Howden @Melrose7s - every single game from all 3 tournaments will be LIVE today on NextGenLive! Catch all the action here: @NextGen_Live" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@NextGen_Live #nextgenlive #melrose7s

Our 10 South African fixtures to watch this weekend, don't forget to vote for your predicted winners in our IG stories. Which games should we keep an eye on this weekend?

Live Rugby: Howden Melrose 7s | Men's, Women's, U18s Join us LIVE tomorrow for the Howden @Melrose7s! All the play from the Men's, Women's, and U18 Tournaments across 3 pitches - a brilliant day ahead! All on NextGenLive's YouTube Channel: @NextGen_Live" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@NextGen_Live #nextgenlive

Live Rugby: Howden Melrose 7s | Saturday 23rd May The Howden @Melrose7s is LIVE this Saturday on NextGenLive! A real privilege to be bringing you every second of the action from the Home of 7s! An incredible day of 7s awaits! Catch it all LIVE here: @NextGen_Live" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@NextGen_Live

Wishing Ethan Lourens all the best as he continues his rugby career at the Lions 🦁

Check out this solo score for Shogun's Women's side, as Sammie Harris, the tournament's outstanding player, grabbed this chip and chase on route to defending their title. After beating Hammerheads in the final, they head back to the top of the Elite Women's Table!

The Lions have retained local star Phano Letsie with the Jeppe boys youngster opting to stay in the Johannesburg area for 2027. Wishing Phano all the best for his future rugby career!

What a final we had at the Oxford 7s! Enjoy every moment of a mad final minute to the Elite Men's Division Clash between the Preseli Babas and Saracens!

Our latest national rankings are out with a new number 1 the rest of the pack will no doubt be chasing, one thing you can say for certainty - 2026 has not been boring! Our weekend review below: nextgenlive.com/news/a-weekend…

The Bulls have pulled off a massive coup beating out numerous other Unions to secure the signature of starlet and NextGenLive's number 1 prospect for 2026 Thabiso Simelane. Best of luck for the future Thabiso!

Live Athletics: Sussex Independent Schools Diamond League | Finals ONE HOUR until we get underway LIVE at Withdean Sports Complex for the SISDL Finals! Come and join us LIVE here at 1.30pm! youtube.com/live/OtCdbi1AY… #nextgenlive #nextgenathletics #sisdl #schoolsathletics