The Yorkshire Rams fell to their first defeat of the 2012 season after losing out in a 27-18 decision Sunday in the first home game of the season sponsored by Fourway Coaches. Things started positively for the hosts, with an early turnover fell on by new signing Jacques Chery giving the Rams great field position. As in previous games though, the Yorkshire offence stuttered, leading to the trading of punts.

Due to a refereeing scheduling clash the Rams first home game this Sunday against the Tamworth Phoenix has had it's kickoff time pushed back to 3pm. The game is still set to take place at Leeds Corinthians Rugby Club, LS10 4AX.

Table topping Tamworth Phoenix are the opponents for the Rams home opener as the search for that first elusive premiership win this Sunday. As the only team in the expanded Premiership North to compete in the top tier last year, they are expected to pose a strong threat and are currently one of the favourites to take the northern crown.

Photos of the game can be found here! Courtesy of Garmany Photography. (report below)

The Yorkshire Rams travel to the West Midlands Sunday to take on the Birmingham Bulls for the first time since 2006. One of the oldest teams in the UK, Birmingham have historically had the edge of the Rams, winning all 12 previous encounters. It has not just been the Middleton outfit that have felt the Bulls' might however, with Birmingham appearing in 8 nationals, winning 4, over their 28 year history.

The Yorkshire Rams opened up their 2012 BAFANL Premiership North Campaign with a mud-soaked 0-0 tie against the Leicester Falcons this Sunday. Driving winds and heavy rain all over the country meant that this was one of the few fixtures to survive the elements. Offence was at a premium all day, with ball security and power running being all important.

This Sunday sees Yorkshire's team travel south to Leicester to take on the Falcons to open their 2012 campaign. The game shall be a journey into the unknown for both teams, this being the first encounter between the sides. Leicester were promoted from Division 1 alongside the Rams after a successful 2011 which saw them dispatch Rams rivals the Doncaster Mustangs in the quarter finals, and upset the hotly tipped London Olympians in the semis.

The Yorkshire Rams are looking for volunteers to join their game day staff! We're looking for enthusiastic guys and gals to help us out. We can't promise much, but we will be able to give you a warm welcome, a free feed, an up close and personal view of the game, and a pint in the bar if you're over 18. (minimum age is 14+)

Home game dates are

Sunday 13th May
Saturday 2nd June
Saturday 9th June
Sunday 1st July
Sunday 22nd July

Yorkshire's Oldest American Football team celebrates 25 years since their 1st season of strapping on the pads this year. To celebrate this fantastic milestone, the Rams would like to extend an open invite to all the players, coaches, fans, and volunteers that have made this team the one that holds such a close place in many hearts.

The Yorkshire Rams are pleased to announce their schedule for their inaugural BAFANL Premiership North campaign. Following promotion from Division One last year, 2012 sees the Rams facing down what is likely to be the most competitive conference in all of British American Football.