Next Wednesday at St. Austell RFC, kick-off 7:30 pm
Entry on the gate £2 adults, under 16 free.
Advance tickets available via Fanbase https://app.fanbaseclub.com/Fan/Tickets/SelectType?fixtureId=9151
Next up, Cornwall Clubs XV
Cornwall Under 20s play their next warm up fixture against a Cornwall Clubs XV at St. Austell RFC on Wednesday 26th February at 7:30 pm.
Admission on the gate is £2, with Under 16s free.
You can also use the Fan Base App to purchase in advance, see link below.
https://app.fanbaseclub.com/Fan/Tickets/SelectType?fixtureId=9151
Cornwall Under 20s defeat CSM – report
Cornwall Under 20s defeated Camborne School of Mines in their first warm up game 45 – 15 at Hayle last evening.
The following report by Terry Williams;
On Wednesday night the Cornwall u20’s had their first run out of the season at Hayle RFC in a friendly v Camborne School of Mines. Cornwall ran out easy winners in the end with a score of 45 – 15. A crowd of over 200 enjoyed an entertaining game with both teams willing to run the ball with emphasis on attack. Cornwall had a full squad of 26 players so coaches Ritchie Kevern and Brad Howe were able to cast their eyes over a good number of players with all of them taking the field for part of the game.
The first half started with both teams making mistakes and giving away silly penalties. Cornwall opened the scoring after 5 minutes with an unconverted try scored by no 8, Jenkin. (Captain).15 minutes later CSM drew level with an unconverted try. Cornwall again took the lead with a try from a forward drive, converted by full back Williams. CSM hit back with an unconverted try, but almost on half time second row Dash crossed the line and the try was again converted by Williams. The referee, Mr Thurgood, then blew for half time with the score at 19 – 10.
CSM scored almost from the start of the second half to make it 19 -15, but this would prove to be their last score of the match. Throughout the remainder of the half the coaches made changes, some positional, and there was then a steady flow of tries from a number of players, bringing the final score to 45 -15. Both teams defended stoutly throughout the game, and coaches Kevern and Howe learning a lot about the players. All in all it was a satisfying performance.
Training will resume on Sunday morning with the next friendly taking place at St Austell on Wednesday 26 February v Cornwall Clubs XV, 7.30 KO
Cornwall Under 20 team to play CSM
Cornwall U20’s v Camborne School of Mines
Hayle RFC Wednesday 5 February 1930 Kick off time
Cornwall U20’s has their first warm up game of the season v Camborne School of Mines at Hayle RFC with a 1930 kick-off time.
Cornwall will use this opportunity to prepare for their upcoming County Championship campaign, CSM will use it in preparation for their upcoming “Bottle Match” v London School of Mines.
Cornwall has selected players from 12 different clubs across the county from Saltash to St Just. There will also be potential U20 players who will be representing CSM on the night.
Cornwall have another warmup game at St Austell RFC on Wednesday 26 February where other players will have the opportunity to pull on the black and gold shirt when they play a Cornwall Clubs XV.
LJ Collick, the new Cornwall U20 team manager, said; – It has been pleasing to see the number of players that have attended training from all over the County. We appreciate that most will have played for their clubs on Saturday and then give up 2 hours on a Sunday to come to our sessions. We have players who are transitioning from U18 into adult representative rugby along with players who are in their last eligible year at this age grade.
Head Coach Rich Kevern said – The guys have only had 2 training sessions due to the weather conditions, and so this will be a good test and also give them the opportunity to play together as a team for the first time. Other players will be given their opportunity of a runout when we play Cornwall Clubs XV at the end of the month.
Entry will be £2 on the gate with U16’s having free access.
Cornwall U20’s Team to Face Camborne School of Mines
| No | Name | Club |
| 1 | Rosko Troughton | Helston |
| 2 | Leo Armstrong-Lever | Helston |
| 3 | Oliver Simmons | Redruth |
| 4 | Charlie Knight | Saltash |
| 5 | Seb Dash | St Just |
| 6 | Luke Young | Redruth |
| 7 | Ben Smith | Camborne |
| 8 | Jack Jenkin | Helston |
| 9 | Jarvis Lee | Truro |
| 10 | Peter Harrigan | Saltash |
| 11 | Harry Rigg | Helston |
| 12 | Lewis Wiltshire | Wadebridge Camels |
| 13 | Lowen Mears-Ollerenshaw | Newquay Hornets |
| 14 | Rhys Bowery | Newquay Hornets |
| 15 | Ethan Williams | Falmouth |
| 16 | Jalal Bennett | Truro |
| 17 | Telio Jenkin | St Ives |
| 18 | Joe Court | Camborne |
| 19 | Fred Jordan | Penryn |
| 20 | Fraser Lyne | Falmouth |
| 21 | Callum Phillips | Wadebridge Camels |
| 22 | Ted Kullich | Camborne |
| 23 | Alfie Phillips | St Ives |
| 24 | Jack Jones | Penryn |
| 25 | Fraser Lyne | Redruth |
| 26 | Arthur Fletcher | St Austell |
| Coaches | Rich Kevern | Brad Howe |
| David Mankee | ||
| Team Manager | LJ Collick | Terry Williams |
| Physio’s | Hen Gard | Ronnie Bartlett |
| Kit | Paul Hurrell | Colin Hatch |
| Match Recording | David Burrows | |
| Multi-Media | Kevin Bishop | |
| Photographer | Simon Bryant |
Cornwall U.20 v Camborne School of Mines – Re-arranged
This game will now take place on Wednesday 5th February at 7:30 pm at Hayle RFC
Entry £2, under 16s free.
CRFU partners with Fanbase for Online Ticket access
We are delighted to announce our new partnership with Fanbase as we look to enhance the
experience of our valued supporters.
By linking to Fanbase, supporters can now enjoy a brand-new digital experience that offers
content, ticketing, and more across web, mobile and tablet platforms.
When it comes to ticketing, fans can purchase tickets in seconds and conveniently store them in their Apple or Google Wallet, allowing for easy access on match day.
Fanbase also provides us with easy access to detailed fan profiles, offering us the potential
to make data-driven decisions to improve fan engagement.
Fanbase also offers the CRFU new revenue-generating opportunities through both the
potential increase in ticket sales and new sponsorship opportunities available within the
newsfeed and match centre functions, giving sponsors access to our engaged audience.
Kevin Russell, Fanbase Business Development Manager commented. “We are delighted to
partner with the Cornwall RFU moving forward. It has been a real pleasure to work with
Ashley on this and we are all looking forward to seeing the benefits of our partnership for the
supporters of Rugby in Cornwall and also the CRFU organisation both for this season’s
fixtures and into the future.”
Ashley Shopland of the Cornwall RFU said “we needed to modernise the way we interact
with our supporters, while retaining more traditional methods. Fanbase offers us a simple to
use, yet very effective platform from which to offer tickets to County matches, but also other
commercial opportunities. ”
Fans looking to access Fanbase can do so through your chosen internet browser at
app.fanbaseclub.com and download directly onto your device through the Apple/Android
store.
With our U20s team starting their warm-up campaign v Camborne School of Mines on the
evening of Wednesday, January 29th (7.30pm kick-off at Hayle RFC) included below is a link
to the Fanbase platform to allow any interested supporters to sign-up and buy tickets :
https://app.fanbaseclub.com/Fan/Tickets/SelectType?fixtureId=9149
County Fixtures Update – Under 20s updated
Please note the information below regarding Cornwall Under 20 games which will be played on a Sunday.
Fixtures 2025: Jason Leonard Cup Championship
Sun 30 Mar, Cornwall U.20 v Gloucestershire U.20 @ Camborne RFC
Sun 27 Apr, Devon U.20 v Cornwall U.20 @ Tiverton RFC 2 pm
Sun 11 May, Cornwall U.20 v Somerset U.20 @ Redruth RFC
New Year message from Steve Murley
As our Cornish clubs prepare to return to league action and we all return to rugby following the festive season, the CRFU wants to pass on our thanks and best wishes to everyone involved in providing rugby throughout the Duchy
It takes a huge amount of time and effort, with literally hundreds of volunteers helping with Senior and Youth teams across the length and breadth of Cornwall.
In addition, games couldn’t take place without referees who do a fabulous job in keeping rugby going.
Whatever team you are involved with and in whatever role, many thanks for your efforts.
Have a Happy and Healthy 2025 !!!
Steve Murley
Cornwall to take on Chiefs
As promised – we said there was to be some exciting news to impart with our supporters.
We are immensely grateful to Tony Rowe for inviting the CRFU Senior Men’s Team to play an Exeter Chiefs XV at Sandy Park on the 17th May 2025.
This exciting fixture will enable our players to measure themselves against Premiership opposition on the lead into our County Championship Campaign.
We will be announcing travel options and ticket availability in the New Year.
Jewson, St Austell Brewery, MSB Group Mechanical & Electrical Ltd, Ann’s Pasties, RG Kellow Ltd, Kelsall Steele Investment Services Ltd, SUEZ UK, Newells Travel, Trelawny’s Army, Paladin Sports
New Cornwall shirt unveiled
Proud to announce the unveiling of our official playing shirt and introducing our new provider and kit sponsor Paladin Sports.
Not only do we have this stunning design but sublimated in the numbers on the back of the shirt are all the clubs affiliated to the CRFU.
A nod to the the clubs that provide the talent and the support to allow us to represent Cornwall in this iconic shirt.
In the coming weeks we will be highlighting each of our sponsors, to whom we must say a massive thank you for joining us for this season and next.
Jewson, St Austell Brewery, MSB Group Mechanical & Electrical Ltd, Kelsall Steele Investment Services Ltd, RG Kellow Ltd, Ann’s Pasties, SUEZ UK, Newells Travel, Trelawny’s Army
