At the last Netrugby AGM, this awesome piece of ancient film was brought to my attention. It’s from Pathe and shows rugby netball being played in front of a sizeable crowd in the 1930s. The full clip is owned by Pathe so you have to visit their site here to watch it. Brilliant to see more of our beloved game’s history. The shirts and shorts may have changed but it’s good see that it was as difficult to score then as it is now. And by the way, is it just me or are they the very same nets and posts we still use?!!
Rugby Netball being played in Wimbledon in the 1930s
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