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| 1. ACTION REQUIRED Age Grade Registration – Beat the 45 day deadline! With over 160,000 Age Grade players registered, it’s been a great start to the season. However, with the season starting in September, most unregistered Age-Grade players are now beyond the 45 day deadline and their club is now operating outside of the regulations. Access help with registration and discover incentives in this piece. Your chance to play at Twickenham with Play Together, Stay Together The Twickenham Takeover Day is returning in 2024! Once again eight community teams will have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to play at the home of England Rugby. Find out how to enter in this section. |
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| 2. ACTION IF OF INTEREST Want to be a part of the Governance and Representation Review Group? Earlier this year, the RFU Council agreed to form a Governance and Representation Review group to review the RFU’s Governance structure. We are now inviting expressions of interest from the wider community to be a part of the group. Have you accessed our Grant Search Tool yet? Our free to use grant search facility allows you to search through the thousands of grants and loans that could help your club. Honda Volunteer Hospitality registrations for Guinness Six Nations As part of the Honda Volunteer Recognition Programme, club volunteers who already have match tickets to one of England’s Six Nations home fixtures can register for up to four tickets each for pre-match hospitality. Find out more in this section. Represent your Premiership Club at the Gallagher Premiership Final 2024 Premiership Rugby are giving sixteen young fans the chance to become part of the match day build-up as flag-bearers when the two finalists run out centre-stage. Register your interest in this section. |
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| 3. FOR AWARENESS The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) 2024 Prohibited List The WADA 2024 Prohibited List comes into effect on 1 January 2024. The Prohibited List details what substances and methods are banned in sport and applies to all players regardless of the level at which they play. RFU Annual Report 2022/23 Last week the RFU published its Annual Report for 2022/23. Read the key summary and highlights in this piece. DCMS Evaluation of Sport Survival Package The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has published an independent evaluation report into the Sport Survival Package initiated during the pandemic. The report highlights the significant investment that Rugby Union secured from this fund. Safeguarding Bulletin December’s Safeguarding Bulletin includes details of how the Safeguarding Team is following up with clubs following the club safeguarding audit, the DBS Update Service going live, a reminder on how to share concerns, and what’s to come in 2024. Coming Soon – England Rugby Advanced Coaching Workshop 2024/25 The England Rugby Advanced Coaching Workshop webinar will be going live for booking from 19 January. The completion of this webinar is essential to be able to book onto Part 1 of the England Rugby Advanced Coaching Award – Developing Advanced Coaching Practice. Thank you for joining our Adult Player Registration engagement sessions We would like to thank everyone who signed up to take part in the Adult Player Registration online engagement sessions held throughout October. Find out more about what happened at the sessions in this section. Heartfelt thanks from the Injured Players Foundation The IPF team have been reflecting on the year and want to say a massive THANK YOU for all the support you, your clubs and players have given us throughout 2023. Community News – monthly round up In case you missed them, check out some of the top community rugby stories over the last month from the England Rugby website. READ ONLINE > |
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Tanya Thomas takes up new CRFU role
Cornwall Rugby Football Union are delighted to announce the appointment of Tanya Thomas to the Management Board within a new role which has responsibility for Commercial Development.
Tanya is very much looking forward to working with her new colleagues and being part of a successful season.
Contact details;
Tanya Thomas
Commercial Development CRFU
Email: commercial-development@crfu.co.uk
Mobile: 07985404987
Cornwall Girls U.18s v Devon
This Sunday at Saltash RFC kick-off 2 pm.
Come along and support the future of Women’s rugby in Cornwall.
Free-entry.
Cornwall U.18s settle for draw in opener
Match Report – Cornwall U18’s 25 v Buckinghamshire 25
3rd December 2023 @ Hartpury College
The squad departed early Sunday morning, and was greeted by cold mizzle upon arrival at Hartpury College. This was the U18 squad’s first competitive county fixture.
Saving their strength on the way up by sleeping for most of the journey, the boys were quick to switch on for the warm-up and looked impressive in the captain’s run throughs.
From the off, Cornwall had to soak up some early pressure, and held firm to keep Buckinghamshire from crossing the line. After the first 5 mins, where Cornwall were mainly defending, the team started to gain confidence in very tricky conditions, going through the phases to score the first try.
For the rest of the half Cornwall controlled the game’s tempo and looked threatening whenever they had the ball. They scored one further try, but conceded two.
At half time the bench was released, with all the subs gelling in straight away. Cornwall were still the better team, scoring another three tries. This was, however, matched by Bucks, including a penalty try (that most of the spectators were confused by). So, at the final whistle, we had to settle for a draw.
Over the 70 mins, it was one of those rare occasions where you couldn’t pick out individuals, as it was just an excellent, all-round team performance. All 22 boys played as one unit, putting in big tackles, going through phases and taking opportunities when they came. With a strong base to work from, this promises to be a great team to watch in the next two games.
Squad: Dan Bennett, Charles Byron, Joe Court, Jack Jenkin, Bailey Hadfield, Issac Jago (Capt), Seb Dash, Idris Logan, Oscar Marr, Ted Kullich, Olly Pellow, Harry Rigg, Jowan Wilding, Ross McKnight, Aaron Jones, Sam Vickery, Jack Green, Jude Hardy, Ashton Rowe, Callum Phillips, Fin Stuart, Harvey Brough.
Tries: McKnight (2), Logan, Vickery, Rigg.
Coaches: Andy Hawken, LJ Colick.
RFU Community Game Update 14 November
| COMMUNITY GAME UPDATE TUESDAY 14 NOVEMBER 2023 READ ONLINE > |
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| 1. ACTION REQUIRED Age Grade Registration – Beat the 45 day deadline! With over 155,000 Age Grade players registered, it’s been a great start to the season. However, with the season starting in September, most unregistered Age-Grade players are now beyond the 45 day deadline and their club is now operating outside of the regulations. Access help with registration and discover incentives in this piece. Don’t forget to enter the Papa Johns Men’s Community Cup! The entry window for any 1st team playing in RFU Leagues from Regional 1 down to Counties 5 closes on 24 November – don’t miss your chance for cup glory and enter your team now! |
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| 2. ACTION IF OF INTEREST Volunteer Recruitment Project Applications are now open for a £500 grant to support the recruitment of more volunteers. Read more and find out how to apply. Boost your social media with #PlayTogetherStayTogether We’re giving community clubs the chance to win a Digital Promotional Pack to help you get more players back on the pitch. Find out how to enter the competition in this section. Regulation 7 Review – share your feedback! A review group has been set up to review the Payment Regulations. This group will look at the regulations themselves as well as the Payment Thresholds for each league, currently set out in RFU Regulation 7. Give your thoughts on the process through a short survey in this section. Upcoming Club Support Webinars The RFU Club Support team have a number of upcoming webinars to support clubs across a huge range of topics. Find out more information about each webinar and sign up! Have you used the Club Health Check yet? As part of our wider ‘Flourishing Rugby Communities’ strategy to help clubs ensure they are healthy both now and in the future, we have created an online self-assessment health check tool. Discover more and access the tool. |
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| 3. FOR AWARENESS Thank you from the RFU Safeguarding team! A huge thank you from the RFU Safeguarding Team to all clubs that were required to complete the annual Club Safeguarding Audit by the deadline. For more information and any questions, visit this section. Community News – monthly round up In case you missed them, check out some of the top community rugby stories over the last month from the England Rugby website. READ ONLINE > |
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Merrill Clymo – R.I.P. – Funeral Details
It is with great sadness that Cornwall RFU were informed of the passing of Merrill Clymo yesterday.
CRFU President, Andy Reed, and all the Officers on the committee wish to express their sincerest condolences to Merrill’s family, friends and to his club Camborne RFC.
The following statement was released by Camborne RFC last evening;
Respected Former Cherry & White Player & Administrator passes away
On behalf of the Club, it is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Life Member Merrill Clymo at the age of 90.
Merrill was a stalwart member of Camborne RFC to whom he gave many decades of service as player, selector, committee man, Hon Secretary and Chairman.
He was also a great servant of the Cornwall RFU as Camborne’s representative on its committees for many years. He served as the Cornwall RFU Chairman from 1989 -1992 and was afforded the honour of Life Membership on his retirement.
Funeral arrangements, Camborne Parish Church, 1 pm on Friday 15 December. Afterwards at Camborne RFC.
Sincere condolences to Merrill’s children Sally and Robert & the wider family.
Bill Hussey
President
Camborne RFC
Carl Price – R.I.P.
It was with great sadness that the CRFU learned this week of the passing of Truro RFC Chairman Carl Price.
The President of the CRFU, Andy Reed and all members of the CRFU wish to convey their sincerest condolences to Carl’s family and friends.
Please see the funeral details below.
Carl Anthony (Carlos) PRICE – On Tuesday 31st October 2023 Carlos passed away peacefully at Treliske Hospital aged 55 years. Beloved husband of Michelle, proud dad of Megan and Callum, loving son of Brenda and Paul and will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service 11.00 am, Monday 4th December 2023,Truro Cathedral, followed by Private Cremation. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Carl for Cancer Research UK may be made via memorygiving.com or by retiring collection. Club attire or dress as you wish. Funeral director W J Beswetherick and Son Ltd, Central House, Fairmantle Street, Truro TR1 2EQ Tel 01872 274021
Peter Michell – R.I.P. – funeral details
Cornwall RFU are saddened to learn of the passing of our former President Peter Michell. Peter who was aged 90 served as President between 2003-06.
A formidable scrum-half in his playing days, Peter’s club was Penzance & Newlyn for whom he played 507 times. He also played for the Army and got his Inter-Services cap.
He first played for Cornwall in 1953 against Gloucestershire at Redruth and went on to play for Cornwall on 60 occasions. Highlight was undoubtedly the county final in 1958 when Cornwall lost to Warwickshire at Coventry.
He also captained South West Counties against the 1960 Springboks at Camborne and in 1964 partnered his cousin Richard Sharp again for South West Counties against the All Blacks at Exeter.
He was also involved for many years with the Playing Fields Association.
The President of the CRFU, Andy Reed and all officials wish to express their sincerest condolences to Peter’s family and friends.
Funeral details;
Friday 10th November at 12:30 pm at Madron Church
Burial at Penzance Cemetery and the wake is to be held at Queen’s Hotel, Penzance.
Volunteer recruiting programme, funding applications open
We know that recruiting new volunteers can sometimes be a challenge. Taking the time to develop a recruitment plan can help ensure you have plenty of people willing to help run the club moving forwards.
Volunteer Recruitment Programme: Funding applications open
The Volunteer Recruitment Programme will support grassroots clubs across England to recruit more volunteers,. The programme will give access to a range of resources from online learning through to recruitment guides, as well as the opportunity to apply for a support package of £500.
As part of the project, clubs will be required to deliver a volunteer recruitment activity, such as a volunteer open evening, targeted marketing and communications, or a volunteer work party, and consider the longer-term support on offer to volunteers.
Applications close Friday 24th November 2023 at 17:00.
Head Coach U18/17s Boys Team
Cornwall RFU are looking for a Head Coach for the U18/17’s county team to develop the players for their onward journey to the U20’s and beyond. This is a voluntary role, but the rewards come in the success of those players who eventually go on to represent their county in the senior team.
The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate the requirement’s listed below.
• Complete the RFU Headcase online learning and Play it Safe workshop before or upon appointment
• A current RFU DBS certificate will be required once appointed.
• Hold a minimum of an RFU Level 2 Coaching Qualification or its equivalent and has played to a good standard.
• Demonstrates a track record of personal coach development.
• Articulates and delivers a clear playing and coaching philosophy that is in accordance with the objectives of the programme.
• Self-motivated, committed and enthusiastic about coaching rugby union.
• Has significant experience of coaching young adults at club, college and CB level.
• Is strongly biased towards a Player Centred in approach to coaching.
• Creates an environment that balances player development with team performance.
• Is able to lead & manage people.
• Is able to deliver sound coaching processes relative to the programme.
• Has a sound understanding of the RFU performance pathway for players.
• Sets high standards of personal accountability, reliability and responsibility for the players and assistant coaches.
• Is able to work effectively with other members of the U18s Divisional Management Team.
If you believe you fit the criteria, please contact Paul Howard, Team Manager via email to pjhpfl@live.co.uk
