Bury Broncos ARLFC

Infobox_esl_club | clubname = Bury Broncos ARLFC
fullname = "Bury Broncos ARLFC"
emblem = Bronco
colours = Blue and White
founded = 2008
sport = Rugby league
league = North West Counties Amateur Rugby League
ground = Derby High School, Greater Manchester
web=

Bury Broncos ARLFC is an amateur Rugby League football club based in Bury, Greater Manchester, and currently playing in the North West Counties Division 6.

Formation

Formed in 2008, the Bury Broncos have filled a gap in the Rugby League community that existed in and around the Bury area, traditionally a football stronghold. No Rugby League team has existed in the borough since the demise of Prestwich ARLFC in the late 1990s. The team has formed strong links in the area and has a growing player and fan base.

Brief History of the Broncos

The club was formed in early 2008, with a blend of experienced players from North West Counties sides such as Parkside Golborne, Langworthy Reds and Folly Lane, as well as local players with varying degrees of playing experience, Rugby Union players, and those new to Rugby League.

Initially placed in Division 6 of the North West Counties Amateur Rugby League alongside a number of 'A' teams from senior clubs, 2008 may see a year of frustration as 'A' teams often fail to fulfil fixtures, however the year started well with a win in their inaugural game. The league campaign started more slowly with a narrow loss to the Wigan Bulldogs, a further loss to the Rochdale Cobras, and a hard-fought 28-26 win over Blackpool Scorpions A after being 22-4 down at half time.

External links

* [http://www.burybroncos.co.uk// Bury Broncos Official Website]
* [http://www.nwcoaarl.org.uk/ North West Counties Official website]
* [http://www.barla.org.uk/Home.asp/ British Amateur Rugby League Association]
* [http://nwcarl.leaguerepublic.com/ Amateur Rugby League]