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SOCS Competitions

SOCS Competitions

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 Beyond the Try Line with Little & Large — two former Directors of Sport, Russ (5'8") and Phil (6'8"), bring their unique perspectives to all things school sport, teaching, and the SOCS Daily Mail Trophy. This lively duo will be launching a podcast series following the Trophy as the season unfolds. Since 2013, the Daily Mail Trophy has celebrated the UK’s top rugby schools, ranking teams on merit via common opponents. With expert insight, banter, and special guests, Russ and Phil promise an entertaining, informed journey through the rugby season.SOCS Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Road to Rosslyn Park with Little and Large - Episode 1

    Road to Rosslyn Park with Little and Large - Episode 1
    Jan 16 2026

    In the first episode of The Road to Rosslyn Park, former Dulwich College student and 7s international Femi Sofolarian joins Phil & Russ to share his Rosslyn Park experiences.

    Watch all the action from Schools Rugby ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://schoolsrugby.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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    30 mins
  • Episode 14 - SOCS Daily Mail Trophy - Beyond the Try Line

    Episode 14 - SOCS Daily Mail Trophy - Beyond the Try Line
    Dec 17 2025

    The Daily Mail Trophy season comes to a dramatic close as the winner is decided in the final game, with no unbeaten teams across the competition. Phil and Russ are joined by Rob Wildman, rugby union journalist who has covered the Daily Mail Trophy since its inception. Fresh from the decisive fixture, Rob shares insight and observations from the match that sealed the title.


    Watch all the action from Schools Rugby ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://schoolsrugby.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠
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    29 mins
  • Episode 13 - SOCS Daily Mail Trophy - Beyond the Try Line

    Episode 13 - SOCS Daily Mail Trophy - Beyond the Try Line
    Dec 12 2025

    Phil and Russ take a closer look at the Daily Mail Trophy merit table, reviewing the latest results, standout performances, and stories from across the competition.


    Watch all the action from Schools Rugby ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://schoolsrugby.co.uk⁠⁠⁠
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    35 mins
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