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Under 16 Rugby Tournament in Quimper, Brittany

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We have just ended the great tournament in the East of Paris (2 Belgian sides have won it against 2 Irish sides, U14, U16) and Quimper Rugby Club.

For the 20th anniversary of the U16 tournament next year will love to get many teams over from Cornwall

If some of the clubs you know wish to come over next year at Easter in Brittany, they can come to the great event held in Quimper, we can help them in doing so or they can go direct if they know the place….

FRIDAY 18TH APRIL TO MONDAY 21ST APRIL 2025

Here is below/attached a sample of itinerary / program for next year;

Players born in 2009-2010 (U16, U15) (note that in France, U16 age group gathers both U16 & U15 players).

A local Breton contact if you prefer to speak with them first. Jean-Herve Lacroix email: jeanhervelacroix29@orange.fr , mobile 00 33 682083313

Launceston Under 16s have participated in this tournament for the last 2 years and have enjoyed the experience with our Breton friends. Clubs may wish to approach them for their feedback on the tournament, which sees clubs from all over France, Belgium and other countries compete.

For more information contact https://www.comeonsport.com/packages/rugby-tour-to-brittany/

Max Levene Fundraising Evening

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Below is a link to details of a fundraising/ charity event we are holding at the St. Agnes RFC clubhouse on Saturday 10th August starting at 6:30 pm.

Max Levene, a former Truro RFC and St Agnes player, explains his disability, the challenge he is undertaking, and the Rugby Charities benefiting from his efforts. Click on the ‘buy tickets’ link (below) for full details.

Hopefully you are able to support a worthwhile event and what promises to be a fun evening.

BBC link to story behind Kilimanjaro climb

Here is the link to get tickets if you fancy coming to the night we are doing at St Agnes. Please share far and wide with friends and acquaintances. People can show up and pay on door but useful if people get before as it helps gauge numbers.

Virtual Horse Racing for Kilimanjaro in a Wheelchair Tickets – St Agnes – OutSavvyoutsavvy.com

Thanks, Max

In search of John Jackett

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Francis Edwards delves deep into the story of a Cornish rugby legend in this 4 part series.

Part 3, NEW POST! The brilliant, controversial John Jackett is now Captain of a mediocre Cornwall Rugby Team…read all about how he masterminded one of the greatest year…

See more

In Search of John Jackett, Part Three: A Modern Bartram

the-cornish-historian.com

In Search of John Jackett, Part One: King of Cornish Sport

In Search of John Jackett, Part Two: The Artist’s Model & the Coastguard’s Daughter

In Search of John Jackett, Part Three: A Modern Bartram

In Search of John Jackett, Part Four: The King of Cornish Sport

Vacancy – Cornwall U20’s Rugby XV – Team Manager

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Cornwall RFU currently have a vacancy for the U 20’s Team Manager. This voluntary post is responsible for providing leadership and direction in the delivery of a Cornwall U 20’s rugby squad that competes in the National Jason Leonard Cup.  In addition a number of preparatory fixtures are also planned to prepare the squad for the championship campaign.

Key working relationships will include working closely with the appointed U20 coaches, RFU Officials, Physios, Assistant Team Manager, Selectors and members of the Representative Rugby Committee.

Key responsibilities will include planning squad development sessions, training sessions, selection panels. Delivery of home and away fixtures, travel arrangements and the delivery of social media updates and management reports.

If you wish to have an informal telephone conversation about the role please contact Kevin Thomas (Chairman of Representative Rugby Committee) on 07565 156469.

Deadline to record your expression of interest Friday 19th July 2024.

RFU Community Game update July 2024

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  1. TO ACTION

Launch of Adult Player Registration
Adult Player Registration will go live from 16 July 2024. From this date, adult players will be able to log into the Game Management System (GMS) to register themselves to play. Find out more about the process and how to help your players in this section.

Register your age grade players for 2024/25
All new and existing age grade rugby players from U6 to U18 must be registered on the Game Management System (GMS) for the 2024/25 season. Find out more in this piece.

Are you ready for T1 Rugby?
T1 Rugby has launched! The world’s first non-contact sport that fully reflects the unique characteristics of rugby, designed to supercharge participation and engagement at your club.

Papa Johns Women’s Community Cup Competitions
Entries are now open for the 2024/25 Papa Johns Women’s Community Cup Competitions.

READ ONLINE >    
  2. ACTION IF OF INTEREST

Hospitality for your club at Twickenham
Twickenham Experience Ltd, the RFU owned hospitality business based at Twickenham Stadium would like to offer clubs the opportunity to have access to the ticket inclusive hospitality at the home of England Rugby at a discounted rate.

Love Rugby Photoshoot
We are looking for Girls aged 6 – 15 and Boys Aged 6 – 10 to take part in a photoshoot for the campaign. Register your interest in this section.

Upcoming webinars & support available for your club
Get access to the ‘off field club support’ services provided by the RFU – many of which are free – and register for important upcoming webinars.  
  3. FOR AWARENESS

Community News – monthly round up
Read this month’s roundup of the best community rugby stories – and find out how to submit your own story.   READ ONLINE >    

Coaching Development Day

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On July 6, 2024, the Cornwall Rugby Football Union, in collaboration with Jon Bates from Coaching Centered, Gavin Cattle, Alan Paver, and Joe Walsh from local Rugby Championship side Cornish Pirates, hosted a Coaching Development Day for community coaches in Cornwall.

Gavin Cattle taking one of the sessions

At the coaching conference hosted at Truro School, more than 30 coaches were welcomed. The facilities were fantastic, and the team was incredibly helpful and supportive of the event. The day included practical skills, video reviews, and professional discussions. Each coaching session was divided into three parts and the activities were expertly delivered and managed by Gavin, Alan, and Joe. Each session offered options to either ramp up the intensity or focus on fundamental skills.

Paves gets his point across

Following the conclusion of the conference, Anne’s Pasties provided a pasty lunch, allowing the coaches to reflect and consolidate their knowledge over a delicious pasty.

The county is fortunate to have a championship-level rugby team that is dedicated to supporting community rugby. Neil Smith, the Pirates’ Community Engagement Manager, has played a crucial role in making this event possible. The coaching team at Pirates has been incredibly supportive, dedicating their free time to providing guidance to community coaches across the county. During the conference, Alan, Gavin, and Joe were incredibly approachable and supportive, generously sharing their knowledge and challenging coaches’ perceptions about clarity and simplicity.

Cornwall Women’s Coach Jo Holden demonstrating the clear out.

We would also like to thank Jon Bates and the team at Coaching Centred for their support in bringing a coaching conference to Cornwall after a several-year hiatus. His support and knowledge working through the logistics of the conference and running of the event has been fantastic.

Thank you to all the coaching coordinators’ secretaries who shared updates on this event and supported their coaches so that they could attend the conference on the day. Thank you to the coaches who came and took part in the active sessions, asked questions, and shared knowledge with their peers. I sincerely hope this knowledge helps support your coaching journey within the county.

Game Development Team

Upcoming courses in Cornwall

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Here is a list of the upcoming RFU courses in Cornwall.

These can be booked now via your GMS account.

How to book on a course – https://help.rfu.com/support/solutions/articles/103000064039-how-do-i-book-a-course-

Cornwall RFU will consider assisting either yourself or your Club with the cost of the course. After completion of an education course (ERCA, ERRA, First Aid) a course reimbursement form can be forwarded onto the Game development committee via Daubroy Delahunty – gamedevelopment@CRFU.co.uk. 

Kids First Tag Course 24/25
Saltash        Monday 30th Septemberhttps://tinyurl.com/24byy87y
St Austell Monday 30th Septemberhttps://tinyurl.com/5yt3shbw
First Contact 24/25
Launceston    Monday 09th SeptemberMonday 23rd Septemberhttps://tinyurl.com/mrxpfzay
Truro Monday 02nd SeptemberMonday 16th Septemberhttps://tinyurl.com/4wh2tf34
Helston Monday 23rd SeptemberMonday 07th October https://tinyurl.com/3kuzu44x
Principles of Scrummaging Courses 24/25
St Austell          Sunday 06th October (AM)https://tinyurl.com/3xjs7p2z
St Austell Sunday 06th October (PM)https://tinyurl.com/yc369vks
Principles of Lineout Courses 24/25
St Austell          Sunday 06th October (AM)https://tinyurl.com/3mvy39jv
St Austell Sunday 06th October (PM)https://tinyurl.com/4w32sstj

England Rugby Coaching Award (ERCA) and England Rugby Referee Award (ERRA) are also active on GMS to book

Webinars

Building your Volunteer TeamWednesday 24th July 7pm-8pmhttps://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3JBLULlZR6edLeM6Hy2-UQ#/registration
Effective Safeguarding: Preparing Your Club for the Season AheadWednesday 14th August 7pm-8pmhttps://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7AUpejt6Qxe9wmwf5ltg4Q#/registration


RFU CEO Bill Sweeney catches up with 3 St. Austell lads in New Zealand

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With England currently in New Zealand for a Test series, RFU CEO Bill Sweeney is getting around to local clubs and met up with 3 Cornish lads at Marist Greymouth RFC

Bill sent us the following as well as the picture.”The 3 lads above; left to right Caleb Hutchins, Peter Gasson, and Jack Channing are all from St Austell RFC and on  2 year visas to play for Marist Greymouth RFC. I presented them with their Marist coins yesterday and had a chat about their experiences in New Zealand. It was a pleasure to chat with the lads.”

Presentations made at CRFU AGM

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The Cornwall RFU Annual General Meeting took place this week at Camborne RFC.

The meeting was presided over by President Andy Reed.

Following the conclusion of formal business, which saw outgoing Chairman Dave Saunter hand over the baton to incoming Chairman Steve Murley, there were several presentations made.

Former CRFU President John Sumnall was made a Life Member of the CRFU for his sterling work over many years in various roles .

John Sumnall made a Life President of the CRFU, Presented by CRFU President Andy Reed. – Photo mandatory by-line: ©Simon Bryant/Iktis Photo – 27/06/24, Cornwall, AGM, CRFU, Sport, Rugby Union, Camborne, Recreation Ground, England

The following were made Honorary Vice-Presidents, Andy Hawken and Mark Pullen for their roles as coaches to both Cornwall Under 18s & 17s over many seasons.

Andy Hawken made an Honorary Vice-Presidents, presented by CRFU President Andy Reed. – Photo mandatory by-line: ©Simon Bryant/Iktis Photo – 27/06/24, Cornwall, AGM, CRFU, Sport, Rugby Union, Camborne, Recreation Ground, England.
Mark Pullen made an Honorary Vice-Presidents, presented by CRFU President Andy Reed. – Photo mandatory by-line: ©Simon Bryant/Iktis Photo – 27/06/24, Cornwall, AGM, CRFU, Sport, Rugby Union, Camborne, Recreation Ground, England

Trevor Spargo, who has been a Cornwall selector for 20 years, Mike Gee who has been involved in rugby over many years, latterly as Secretary to the South West Leagues.

Trevor Spargo made an Honorary Vice-Presidents, presented by CRFU President Andy Reed. – Photo mandatory by-line: ©Simon Bryant/Iktis Photo – 27/06/24, Cornwall, AGM, CRFU, Sport, Rugby Union, Camborne, Recreation Ground, England
Mike Gee made an Honorary Vice-Presidents, presented by CRFU President Andy Reed. – Photo mandatory by-line: ©Simon Bryant/Iktis Photo – 27/06/24, Cornwall, AGM, CRFU, Sport, Rugby Union, Camborne, Recreation Ground, England.

There were also presentations made to Dave Saunter as he stepped down from the Chairman’s role by both the CRFU and RFU.

Outgoing CRFU Chairman Dave Saunter presented a gift by CRFU President Andy Reed. – Photo mandatory by-line: ©Simon Bryant/Iktis Photo – 27/06/24, Cornwall, AGM, CRFU, Sport, Rugby Union, Camborne, Recreation Ground, England
Exiting CRFU Chairman Dave Saunter presented a gift by Nicola McCombe of the RFU. – Photo mandatory by-line: ©Simon Bryant/Iktis Photo – 27/06/24, Cornwall, AGM, CRFU, Sport, Rugby Union, Camborne, Recreation Ground, England

Finally, there was a departing Chairman’s award to Tony Knightsbridge for all the support and advice he has given to David during his time as Chairman.

Tony Knightsbridge presented with a special award by CRFU Chairman Dave Saunter.- Photo mandatory by-line: ©Simon Bryant/Iktis Photo – 27/06/24, Cornwall, AGM, CRFU, Sport, Rugby Union, Camborne, Recreation Ground, England

There are two outstanding awards to be made, hopefully at the Financial AGM in October.

GET READY FOR ADULT PLAYER REGISTRATION

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GET READY FOR ADULT PLAYER REGISTRATION

From the 2024/25 season, all players at all levels and formats of the game (including non-contact from April 2025), will be required to register themselves annually to play rugby.

Help your players with accounts on the Game Management System (GMS) to verify their email address to make it easier for them to register next season. Support can be found via Community Rugby Help.

Read an update containing information regarding start of season processes in GMS and an update to the timing of the rollout of Adult Player Registration.   LEARN MORE >  
 
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