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Rugby League: Eels seek boost at new venue

From the archive, first published Wednesday 30th Jun 2004.

Essex Eels are looking for a change of luck as they make a temporary switch to a new home ground.

The Eels, still awaiting their first win of their inaugural National League 3 season, will play their next two home games at Redden Court School, Romford.

Up to now the side has played at Basildon Rugby Club, but thanks to head coach Stuart Hogg they also have close links with the Romford school, where the sport has become a big hit with pupils.

The games against Carlisle on July 10 and Bramley on July 24 will both be played at Redden Court.

It also marks a return to the home of the first rugby league side in Essex, the Scimitars, who trained at Harold Wood Park, just behind the school.

Published Wednesday June 30, 2004

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