 The club was formed as a result of an amalgamation between two local clubs in 1999, these being Westleigh RFC (established in 1904) and Wigston RFC (established in 1946).Leicester Lions boast several high-profile names amongst their former and current players and coaching staff.Jason Aldwinckle, the former Leicester Tigers' hooker is Forwards Coach of the club, whilst the former Club Captain and England Counties outside back Gareth Collins has taken over as head coach .