Despite struggling in National II South this season, after the RFU’s decision to move them laterally, from the northern leagues, Hinckley’s pedigree is impeccable. Founded in 1880 and a feeder club to Leicester Tigers, they won their last game 36-12 against Newbury.
And, as they come to terms with the league’s high standard, director of rugby Paul Walsh is ruthless in his intent to stay at this level.
