Cornwall take on Crawshay’s Welsh XV at Camborne’s Recreation Ground on Saturday 30th April at 3 pm.
As this is also Trevithick Day in Camborne the town is likely to be busy.
Further information on this fixture will be published on here.
Trelawny’s Army CRFU Colts final day- Results
This season’s Colts final day takes place this Saturday at St. Austell RFC. The programme of finals is as follows;
Bowl Final at 10:30 am
St. Austell Colts 20 – 34 Truro Colts
Plate Final at 12 noon
Penryn/Perranporth Colts 38 – 28 Saltash Colts
Shield Final at 1:30 pm
Newquay Hornets Colts 14 – 32 Wadebridge Camels Colts
Cup Final at 3 pm
Launceston Colts 19 – 28 Redruth Colts
Congratulations to the winning teams and commiserations to the finalists.
Congratulations to Launceston Colts on winning this season’s TASC Colts League
Valued Volunteer Daubroy Delahunty get’s honoured at Twickenham
Honda Volunteer of the Year Award, Wadebridge Camel’s Daubroy Delahunty shares his day at Twickenham
Volunteers are one of the most valuable assets within the rugby community. Often offering time, effort, experience, and support to continue the community game. The Honda Volunteer of the year award helps thank those who dedicate their time and effort to the continuation of the sport. Rugby union has a long and proud tradition of thanking volunteers. Encouraging these traditions at clubs and Constituent Bodies helps maintain the ethos of the game we love. Ahead of the Guinness Six Nations home fixtures, each Constituent Body is invited to nominate a volunteer to attend an England home fixture with a guest of their choice.
The day started with a welcome and a guided tour around the rugby museum. After having ago at the various interactive activities and showcasing my vertical jump or lack thereof, we continued with a pitchside tour, visited the coach’s area and royal seating and were met by the RFU president, who thanked the collective for their continued work within the community.
After visiting the president’s lounge and pre-lunch introductions, we had a lovely three-course meal that Alan Milliner, RFU council member, hosted. I was lucky enough to be invited to welcome the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge into Twickenham along with three other people. After grabbing a quick pint, we arrived just in time for the kick-off to watch the game.
After the final whistle, we meet up again with Alan to discuss the game and experience the Fan Zone and debrief on the game as you often do. After listening to live music, we departed to the Twickenham Marriot.
The work volunteers do isn’t for the plaudits or recognition it’s simply because the individual is passionate to help put back into the game that has helped develop them.
Being invited to HQ to participate in the Honda Volunteer of the year award scheme was a humbling experience. I appreciate there are so many outstanding volunteers out there who I was representing from fellow volunteers at Wadebridge and across the county.
The effort and attention to detail those at the RFU put into the day were incredible, from the hotel to the schedule nothing was left to chance. The other volunteers and myself were thoroughly catered to and looked after. I must also thank Alan and Max for their hospitality and generosity throughout the day.
Being able to represent CRFU at the home of English Rugby and to welcome royalty is something I will always treasure.
I would encourage every club to take this opportunity to nominate and put people forward for a once in a lifetime opportunity.
Clubs International Ticket Allocation
No doubt clubs will have noted the latest Community Game Update, for ease of reference it is re-printed below;
International Ticketing Allocation Reminder
890 clubs to date have been entering fixtures that are not RFU Competitions into the Game Management System to help with indicative Guinness Six Nations ticket allocation. We would encourage clubs to enter theirs so they don’t miss out.
So remember to include your Kernow League fixtures, Cup fixtures and other games you intend to play to increase your club’s allocation for next season.
Community Game Update 22 March
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| 1. ACTION REQUIRED There are no actions required in this community game update 2. ACTION IF OF INTEREST Reminder of Girls Age Banding Changes 2022-2023 With the changes to girls age banding for 2022/2023, we will be releasing resources over the next few months to help clubs prepare for the changes. This update includes volunteer toolkits and ways to get new players to the game through The Touch Union. World Cup winner Mike Tindall tells us why he got ‘Back in the Game’ Mike Tindall encourages players to get Back in the Game and enjoy the social, mental and physical benefits that rugby has brought him. Also included are resources to promote at your club, influencer and ex-player support. International Ticketing Allocation Reminder 890 clubs to date have been entering fixtures that are not RFU Competitions into the Game Management System to help with indicative Guinness Six Nations ticket allocation. We would encourage clubs to enter theirs so they don’t miss out. Employment in a sports club – webinar A free webinar from Irwin Mitchell on how to deal with employment issues in a sports club. This will help anyone dealing with tackling discipline, grievances, termination and more. 3. FOR AWARENESS The Touch Union is officially here! 150 clubs have already signed up to our new non-contact format, The Touch Union, and in doing so have received a free kick starter pack. Sign up now to get started and get yours! Help with training reports and verification emails – videos We have two videos we hope will help clubs start planning for next season. The first is how to access training reports, showing who in the club has qualifications. The second is how to send bulk emails via GMS to members, asking to verify email addresses. Legislative changes impacting the use of red diesel From 1 April 2022, rebated diesel (known as red diesel) and rebated biofuels will no longer be allowed to be used as they are currently. Find out who can use red diesel and what to do if you need to. |
Cornwall storm into last four in Jason Leonard Cup
JASON LEONARD CUP
CORNWALL U.20s, 36 – 17 HERTFORDSHIRE U.20s
By Bill Hooper, at the Recreation Ground, Camborne
A superb dominant performance from the Cornish pack saw them book their place in the last four of this season’s Jason Leonard Cup.
Prior to kick-off, there was a moment’s silence to reflect on events taking place in Ukraine.
A strong wind blew down the Camborne pitch with Cornwall electing to face the elements during the first half.
Early territorial advantage for the visitors saw them take the lead through a penalty from fly-half Tom Wilton.
However, Cornwall showed their intent with a couple of powerful runs from fly-half Sam Walker and wing Lewis Bostock.
Having kicked to the Herts twenty-two, Cornwall stormed towards the Herts line with both flanker Freddie Trewin and centre Jamie Stanlake making ground before fellow back row Jack King powered over for try converted by Walker.
Cornwall struck again almost immediately, following a barnstorming run from skipper Ethan Pearce-Cowley it was left to wing George Hutchinson to dive over for the second Cornish try.
Herts, to their credit replied instantly with a good score from wing Joe Radley following an arching run by centre Louis Suarez, Wilton adding the extras.
Cornwall looked to re-establish their lead and it came from another powerful maul with No.8 Archie Pilcher crashing over for an unconverted try.
The young black and golds weren’t done yet as they bagged a fourth try before the break through the forwards with prop Archie Rolls dotting down for a 24-10 lead at the break, as Herts went down to 14 men following a yellow card.
Herts made another fast start to the second period with an excellent try from the flying Finley Sutherland as the visitors went the length of the field. Wilton added the conversion.
Cornwall, using the wind, pinned Herts back in their twenty-two for long periods and the Cornish scrum really upped the ante with Pearce-Cowley giving the Herts tight-head a right old time.
Replacement hooker Matt Pritchard scored Cornwall’s fifth try from short-range before King bagged his second try of the game which Walker bettered to complete the scoring.
Joint coaches Richie Kevern and Tyler Gendall were delighted with the result and the performance. Kevern said. “It was a tough one today given the conditions , funnily enough we seemed to play better during the first half into the wind. Second half we were a little bit slow off the mark but we came good in the end. Gendall added. “We came good in the final quarter with a powerful forward performance, we were able to dictate field position and have a platform to work from.
Kevern also added. “It was good to see the hard work we have put in during training pay off with both the backs and forwards combining so well.”
Cornwall now face an away trip in the semi-finals when they must face Lancashire U.20s who defeated East Midlands on Sunday.
CornwallU.20: Larkins (Camborne), Bostock (Truro), Andrewartha (Redruth), Stanlake (Cardiff Met), Hutchinson (St. Austell), Walker (Exeter Uni), Anderson (Truro); Pearce-Cowley (Capt, Cinderford), Dower (Camborne), Rolls (St. Austell), Walton (Penryn), Osborne (Pirates Ams), King (Camborne), Trewin (Helston), Pilcher (Pirates Ams).
Replacements: Pritchard (Falmouth), Lawrence (Falmouth), Triggs (Truro), Newton (Wadebridge Camels), Hall (Redruth), Tanswell (Penryn), Davis (Camborne).
Scores: Tries, King (2), Hutchinson, Pilcher, Rolls, Pritchard, Cons, Walker (3)
Cornwall U.20s, 36 – 17 Hertfordshire U.20s
Result in today’s Jason Leonard Cup Quarter-final. Report to follow tomorrow.
Cornwall U.20’s name side to face Herts U.20
Cornwall Rugby Football Union (CRFU) Under 20 County Championship campaign 2022 enters the knockout stage of the Jason Leonard Cup on Sunday 20 March. The team host Hertfordshire who was runners up in their pool. The game will be played at Camborne RFC with a 1400 kick off time.
CRFU President John Sumnall said “Following the pool stages in which Cornwall topped their pool we welcome visitors Hertfordshire who have travelled for this quarterfinal match. We thank all our sponsors for their support and assistance with this group of players in this important game representing Cornwall. It is fantastic to see so many different clubs represented, and we thank them for their support to enable these fixtures to be played”
Cornwall started their campaign with a narrow win over local rivals Devon 25 – 24, before travelling to Dorset & wilts where they were comfortable winners 7 – 64 which meant they topped their pool and gained a home quarterfinal.
Coach Rich Kevern said – “We are now in the knockout stage of this year’s competition and from now on you do not get any second chances, so the guys must perform. Following the win at Dorset and Wilts we have had a few training sessions and they need to be ready from the off for this important game. All the teams in the quarter-finals are pool winners or runners up so there are no easy games and having played Hertfordshire before we know they will be up for a keenly fought competition”
The winner of this game will have a semi-final which will be played on Easter Sunday 17 April.
Cornwall Captain Ethan Pearce-Cowley said, – “We’re aware as a team of the pressure that comes with playing in the knockout stages. But we’re ready to take on that pressure and deliver a quality performance on the day. The team is looking in good shape and I have full confidence we’re ready to take on the challenge. We’re unbeaten in this competition and that’s how we plan to keep it.”
Hertfordshire competed in pool 3 winning their first game 26 – 27 away to Surrey, they lost their second game at home to Kent 19 – 56 and therefore emerged as runners up in their pool.
The CRFU Hon Sec Terry Williams said, -” The vagaries of U20 rugby mean we can lose up to 50% of our squad every year through age qualification. This year due to Covid we have lost 2 years’ worth of experience and knowledge. As the U18’s season has finished we have invited players who are over the age of 18 to come to the last few training sessions as part of that transition. So, although this is the quarterfinal the coaches are already looking ahead to the 2022 / 2023 season. We have also had a few new players join the squad who we have identified and or been nominated from their clubs around the county”
Entry on the day will be by programme costing £5 on the gate with Under 16’s entering free.
There will be marketing and sponsorship opportunities with the Under 20’s team and matches, any individuals or companies that may be interested are asked to contact Colin Hatch in the first instance.
Cornwall U20 v Hertfordshire U20
Sunday 20 March @ Camborne RFC 1400 kick off
Cornwall Squad
| 1 | Ethan Pearce-Cowley ( Captain) | Cinderford |
| 2 | Tyler Dower | Camborne |
| 3 | Archie Rolls | St Austell |
| 4 | Pat Walton | Penryn |
| 5 | Toby Osborne | Pirates Ams |
| 6 | Jack King | Camborne |
| 7 | Freddie Trewin | Helston |
| 8 | Archie Pilcher | Pirates Ams |
| 9 | Josh Anderson | Truro |
| 10 | Sam Walker | Exeter Uni |
| 11 | George Hutchinson | St Austell |
| 12 | Jamie Stanlake | Cardiff Met |
| 13 | Harry Andrewartha | Redruth |
| 14 | Lewis Bostock | Truro |
| 15 | Harry Larkins | Camborne |
| 16 | Matt Pritchard | Falmouth |
| 17 | Rowan Lawrence | Falmouth |
| 18 | Connor Triggs | Truro |
| 19 | Dillon Newton | Wadebridge Camels |
| 20 | Adam Hall | Redruth |
| 21 | Joe Tanswell | Penryn |
| 22 | Jack Davis | Royal Navy U23 + Camborne |
| Travelling Reserves | ||
| 23 | Angus Williams | Penryn |
| 24 | Eli Williams | Pirates Ams |
| 25 | Harry Rogers | Pirates Ams |
| 26 | Lachlan Surridge | Camborne |
| 27 | Jacob Gatrix | Wadebridge Camels |
Coaches – Rich Kevern, Tyler Gendall, Adam Kevern, Brad Howe
Team Manager Colin Hatch, Assistant Terry Williams
Medical cover – Dr John Garman, Sam West + Graham Ashton
Kit – Paul Hurrell, Photographer Simon Bryant, Match Day filming David Burrows, Multimedia – Kevin Bishop
Cornwall Under 20 players picked for South West trials
12 Cornwall U20’s in Southwest trials
During the pool stages of the Jason Leonard U20 competition coaches from both sides select and agree a “team of the day” which is also reviewed by the SW selectors if in attendance, or by watching the match footage.
Following the completion of the pool stages the SW selectors have announced a squad to be invited to the trials held on Sunday 10 April at Keynsham RFC.
Cornwall RFU are delighted to announce the following 12 players have been selected.
Ethan Pearce-Cowley – Cinderford
Declan Prowse – Camborne
Pat Walton – Penryn
Jack King – Camborn
Toby Osborne – Pirates Ams
Archie Pilcher – Pirates Ams
Dillon Newton – Wadebridge Camels
Matt Pritchard – Falmouth
Joss Pascoe – Truro
Harry Andrewartha – Redruth
Harry Larkins – Camborne
Lewis Bostock – Truro
Congratulations to all players on their well-deserved selection.
If you want to see these players in action, don’t forget Cornwall V Hertfordshire in the quarterfinal of the Jason Leonard Cup on Sunday 20 March at Camborne RFC with a 1400 kick off time.
Colin Hatch – U20 Team Manager
Alvin Williams – R.I.P. – Funeral Details
It is with great sadness, that we have learned this week, of the passing of former county player Alvin Williams.
Alvin was a powerful and athletic lock forward who played 50 times for Cornwall, including the county final in 1958 against Warwickshire.
He played an astonishing, in modern days, 871 times for Penzance & Newlyn, a club he also captained.
He was a teacher by profession at Pool School and came through St. Luke’s College in Exeter for whom he also played.
He also played for South West Counties against Australia in 1958 at Home Park, a game that ended in a 3-all draw and then a year later against South Africa at Camborne, where he acquitted himself very well against the big burly Springbok forwards.
After his playing career he became a much respected referee.
He was also an excellent Water Polo player.
The President of the CRFU, John Sumnall wishes to express his sincerest condolences to Alvin’s family and friends at this sad time.
The funeral will be held on Monday 28th March at St. Mary’s Church Penzance at 2:30 pm. There follows a private cremation. The wake will be held at Westholme Clubhouse Penzance.
