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January 2026 | Phonebox Magazine 55LOCAL SPORT ROUNDUPOLNEY RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUBGIVE RUGBY A TRYAs the season reaches its midpoint, we can reflect on progress, commitment, and strong club spirit both on and off the pitch. Across all squads, there has been a clear sense of momentum building, with performances improving week by week and the depth of the club continuing to shine.The senior mens and ladies sides have shown real character throughout the opening months. A blend of experienced heads and emerging talent has produced several hard-fought victories, and defeats, demonstrating just how close the margins have been at times.Our Mini and Junior sides have continued to go from strength to strength %u2013 with the U16s and U15s both being crowned as East Midlands League Champions. It%u2019s Cup runs next and the 18th January will see the Colts at home in their National Colts Cup last 16 fixture. The younger players have enjoyed training, matches and many have been to festivals at Northampton Saints...perhaps they will see our own James Bennett run-out at %u2018The Gardens%u2019As the New Year begins, many people set resolutions to get fitter, try something new, or place a greater focus on their mental wellbeing. Rugby offers all of that %u2014 and more. It%u2019s a sport built on inclusion, with opportunities for everyone, regardless of age, background, or experience.So, if your New Year%u2019s resolution is to improve fitness, meet new people, or simply feel better in yourself, rugby could be the perfect place to start. Rugby offers something for everyone, whatever your starting point. Whether you%u2019re drawn to the physical challenge of the contact game, the speed and skill of touch rugby, or the social, low-impact enjoyment of walking rugby, there is a version of the game to suit you. Go on, Give Rugby a Try...we would love to welcome you to The Club #TheOlneyWayPromotion chasing MK Dons in ticket off erLocal League Two football team Milton Keynes Dons have confi rmed that %u2018half-season%u2019 tickets are now available for the remainder of the 2025/26 campaign.The tickets package will give supporters the chance to secure their seat for the fi nal 12 home fi xtures of the season. Promotion-chasing contenders Swindon Town have just visited Stadium MK, on Boxing Day, while the fi rst home game of the new year will be on Sunday 4th January when the Dons host Chesterfi eld.With manager Paul Warne%u2019s side pushing for promotion to Sky Bet League One, there is still plenty of football to enjoy at the team%u2019s ground across the second half of the season, including standout fi xtures against Notts County, Bristol Rovers, Crawley Town and the fi nal home game of the term, against Tranmere Rovers.Half-season tickets off er good value, with prices starting from just %u00a32.31 per match for Under-12s, %u00a35.77 for Under-18s, %u00a38.08 for 18-23s, %u00a313.46 for Seniors, and %u00a318.08 per match for Adults in general admission areas.More details: eticketing.co.uk/mkdons.It%u2019s a game of two halves%u2026