Chester Gladiators are eager to build on a surge of interest in the sport of Rugby League in the Chester and North Wales area as they start their preparations for the 2010 season.

The relocation of Super League club Crusaders RL to Wrexham has raised the sports profile in the region and the Gladiators are opening the doors to potential players, coaches and volunteers to get involved in Rugby League.

The Gladiators, who have been promoted to the Co-Operative Rugby League Conference during the close season, start senior pre-season training on Tuesday 9th March at 8.00 PM at the Kings School on Wrexham Road, Chester and new players are welcome to attend.

“We welcome players of all levels of experience, fitness or ability and many of our members had no experience of Rugby League before joining the club,” said Club Development Officer Paul Foster.

“Rugby League is a fast and exciting game in its own right but it’s also a great way for Rugby Union players to stay fit and develop new skills. We run two senior teams and an U12s side with plans to expand our junior section so it’s a very exciting time for the sport and our club.”

The club, who start the 2010 season with an away match against Mancunians RL on the 8th May, are also seeking new sponsors for their senior and junior teams.

Training costs £2.00 per person to cover hire costs and further information is available from Club Development Officer Paul Foster on 07834 352143 or by visiting www.chestergladiators.com.