Would all clubs please note that the CRFU Financial AGM will take place on Wednesday 2 November 7:15 pm at Camborne RFC.
This will be followed by a Clubs Forum with a presentation from the RFU on “Building your Club.”
Navy Big Guns sink brave Cornwall
CORNWALL U.20, 17 – 31 ROYAL NAVY U.23
By Bill Hooper at Memorial Park, Hayle
Cornwall Under 20s game the Royal Navy Under 23s a good run before eventually being out-gunned by a more physical Navy side in an entertaining game.
The match began in a downpour which made handling difficult. Cornwall suffered a blow with the early loss through injury of lock Toby Osborne.
Cornwall dominated the opening exchanges pinning the Navy back in their twenty-two. They were rewarded with a try from hooker Matt Pritchard converted by full-back Adam Hall.
Much of the play during the first half was in mid-field with Cornwall scrum-half Joe Tanswell trying to create some space and fly-half Joss Pascoe kicking into space, however the Navy defence was very solid.
No.8 Archie Pilcher worked hard all game and was deservedly given the Cornwall-man-of-the-match award by Trelawny’s Army.
Hall increased Cornwall’s advantage with a penalty kick, as the rain began to clear the Navy began to put their game together and just before half-time their pressure was rewarded with a try from No.8 A.J.. Hussell converted by fly-half Kieran Manson.
Both sides began to introduce the bench after half-time. The Navy side carried on where they had left off bossing the game. They took the lead with a try from skipper Dom Cleverley.
Try number three again went to Cleverley with Scott adding the extras. Cornwall looked for a way back but too many errors saw promising chances missed.
The Navy got back downfield to score a fourth try through Oli Raynor as the game moved into the final quarter.
Harry Andrewartha pulled a try back for Cornwall, bettered by replacement Archie Bees, however the Navy had the final say as Scott went over for the final try, bettered by Raynor
Speaking after the game Cornwall coach Richie Kevern as satisfied with the squad’s effort. “We had a good look at 26 players today as we build towards next spring’s Jason Leonard Cup campaign and it was a good test for these lads against a strong Navy side. Today’s squad saw some of our older players who will be moving on show the new boys the ropes in playing at this level and get a feel for what awaits them. I thought our commitment and effort was top draw today and we can build on this going forward.”
For the Royal Navy Ben Priddey was pleased with his side’s performance. “We have come together well after being in camp all week and built on our last game against Cardiff Met. We have good a good squad all chomping to get involved as we build towards our Inter-Services campaign.”
Cornwall U.20: Hall, Bostock, Andrewartha, Stanlake, Statton, Pascoe, Tanswell; Pearce-Cowley (Capt), Pritchard, Leigh, Williams, Osborne, Triggs, Trewin, Pilcher.
Replacements: Hambly, Boothby, Lawrence, Relton, Maunder, Chapple, Bees, Walsh-Newton, Marsden, King.
Cornwall Under 20s name side to face Navy
PRESS RELEASE
CORNWALL U20 v ROYAL NAVY U23
Sunday 23 October @ Hayle RFC with a 1400 KO time
Cornwall Rugby Football Union (CRFU) are delighted to confirm the teams for their match v the Royal Navy U23, on Sunday 23 October at Hayle RFC with a 1400 kick off time.
As the U20 County championship campaign will not commence until early in 2023, the Cornwall team will consist of several players who played in the final at Worcester Warriors back in May.
CRFU President John Sumnall said “It is great to get this year’s county rugby kicked off with this prestigious fixture against the Royal Navy U23. We thank everyone at Hayle RFC for hosting us
and allowing us to use their facilities. We also 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 this fixture to be played.”
Cornwall have named Ethan Pearce-Cowley (Plymouth Albion) as the captain for the game, alongside him is Pirates Ams Toby Osborne who is the vice-captain.
Cornwall coach Rich Kevern said – “This will be a massive test for this set of young players, some have experience from last season whilst others have come into the squad from scratch. With the change in dates for the Jason Leonard Cup, we will not start training for the new season until the New Year, so we need to blow away the cobweb’s early doors, against an older age group team, and one who have already been training together.”
Cornwall U20 v Royal Navy U23
Sunday 23 October @ Hayle RFC 1400 kick off
Cornwall Squad
1 Ethan Pearce-Cowley (Captain) Plymouth Albion
2 Matt Pritchard Falmouth
3 Cameron Leigh Redruth
4 Eli Williams Pirates Ams
5 Toby Osborne (V Captain) Pirates Ams
6 Connor Triggs Truro
7 Freddie Trewin Penryn
8 Archie Pilcher Pirates Ams
9 Joe Tanswell Penryn
10 Joss Pascoe Truro
11 Jack Statton Launceston
12 Jamie Stanlake Cardiff Met
13 Harry Andrewartha Redruth
14 Lewis Bostock Truro
15 Adam Hall Redruth
16 Dan Shaw Falmouth
17 Matt Boothby St Austell
18 Rowan Lawrence Falmouth
19 Ted Relton Helston
20 Joe Maunder St Austell
21 Jacob Chapple Camborne
22 Archie Bees St Austell
23 Harry Walsh-Newton Falmouth
24 James Marsden St Ives
25 Jack King Redruth
Coaches – Rich Kevern, Tyler Gendall, Adam Kevern, Brad Howe
Team Manager Colin Hatch, Assistant Terry Williams
Medical cover – Neville Curnow + Ronnie Bartlett
Kit – Paul Hurrell, Match Day filming David Burrows, Photographer
Simon Bryant, Multimedia Kevin Bishop
Cornwall has maintained the same coaching set again with Tyler Gendall, Brad Howe coaching the forwards and Adam Kevern and Richie Kevern coaching the backs.
Owen Salmon Royal Navy U23 ADoR said, – The Royal Navy U23’s are excited to travel to Kernow to play Cornwall U20’s in what is expected to be a very competitive fixture in the build up to this season’s Interservice Competition. There has been a long and proud history between the 2 clubs, this game presents a great opportunity to renew those links and look to the future. With RNAS Culdrose located in Helston, there have been many Navy players who have represented Cornwall, indeed current RN U23 coach Ben Priddey pulled on the black and gold jersey for last season’s winning County Championship side. The Navy know they will face a tough young Cornish side but are looking forward to the
challenge.”
Cornwall U20 preparations for the new season are well in hand, with training planned for Sunday mornings at Truro College between 1000 –1200 starting in the New Year. An extended squad list is being complied and if you are eligible and want to be considered then please contact the
team manager in the first instance. Criteria: – must be over 18 before training or playing, under 20 years of age on the 1 September 2022, registered for a Cornwall Club, born, or are living in Cornwall, or
represented Cornwall at a younger age group.
The CRFU Chair Dave Saunter said, -” This has the makings of a very exciting game between two young age group teams. It would be great if we can get good support for them on Sunday afternoon at
the memorial ground at Hayle RFC”
Entry fee on the day will be £2 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 beinterested are asked to contact Colin Hatch in the first instance.
Email – hatch0348@btinternet.com
Mob – 07967725368
Bill Hooper
Cornwall RFU Assistant Hon Sec
Safeguarding & RugbySafe Club Audits
CRFU RUGBYSAFE
War a’n peryl na worth-peryl
(Risk Aware, Not Risk Averse)
Dear Chair and Club Secretary
As the season is developing momentum, it has become apparent that there are some significant lapses in
medical provision at clubs that have, in turn, become Safeguarding issues.
Both RugbySafe and Safeguarding Leads are fully aware of the burden that is placed on club volunteers and do not wish to add to their workload, but the provisions of Reg 9 and 21 with their associated processes exist to protect the interest of players, officials and club management alike.
Last season a pragmatic approach to enforcing the regulations was taken as the priority was to restart rugby.
However, as has been communicated to club RugbySafe and Safeguarding leads, First Aid Risk Assessments (RAs), Safeguarding Audits, Medical Emergency Action Plans (MEAPs) and the correct provision of trained First Aiders with associated support provisions, are something that can no longer be postponed or ignored.
The RFU have clearly publicised their stance and requirements. We as a CB have an obligation to ensure that they are in place which is why CRFU has, for the past few seasons, been providing heavily subsidised and well publicised rugby oriented first aid courses to clubs.
Unfortunately, recent incidents demonstrate that club Safeguarding and RugbySafe processes are either not in place or not being adhered to. Therefore, as a CB, we have no option but to instigate a series of no-notice audits of both areas. In doing so, the auditing team will as a minimum, in addition to observing on field activities and provision, require to see the following documents and evidence to show that:
First Aid Risk Assessment (RA) is accessible, in place and lodged with RFU/Howdens
Medical Emergency Action Plans in place and accessible for the home venues used by club teams
GMS documentation and lists of qualified first aiders used by a club are visible and up to date
Medical equipment and associated facilities are fit for purpose and reflect the contents of RA & MEAP
and RFU Standards
First Aiders having contact with U18 are clearly identifiable, DBS checked and in date
Safeguarding personnel are clearly identifiable and qualified
Coaches, Team Managers and First Aiders are in date for Headcase on line training
Pitchside protections and safety related process reflect good practice, the contents of the RA and vice
versa.
It is stressed that the intent throughout is to actively encourage and assist clubs to ensure that they have all appropriate structures and documents in place, in order to be confident in their ability to withstand
investigative scrutiny in the event of an incident or accident. In doing so they will be safe in the knowledge that the regulations and requirements of the sports governing body are met and consistently adhered to.
The auditors will conduct themselves in a way that does not disrupt the activities underway and will make
themselves known to club personnel on the day. On completion, a report will be provided to the club detailing any non compliances, guidance and timelines for rectification and exemplars of good practice.
Should your Club RugbySafe Lead or Safeguarding Officer have any questions as to what is required or
interpretations of the requirement for specific circumstances, CRFU RugbySafe and Safeguarding are on hand and willing to provide assistance.
Kind Regards
Dave Saunter
Chairman CRFU 4 October 2022
Cornwall Under 20s to take on Royal Navy U.23s
Cornwall U20 V Royal Navy U23
Hayle RFC Sunday 23 October 1400 kick off.
Cornwall U20 face their first game of the new season with a tough challenge versus the
Royal Navy U23 team, at Hayle RFC on Sunday 23 October with a 1400 Kick off time.
The new seasons fixtures and opponents for the U20 have not been confirmed yet by the
RFU but the opportunity to play this fixture was too good to turn down. The Cornwall squad
will be most of the Championship winning team that won the Jason Leonard Cup back in
May. However, some of the players will be unable to play due to other commitments and so
potential players for the new season will be drafted in to introduce them to this level of rugby.
Entry will be charged at £2 per adult with children under the age of 16 gaining free
admission.
This will be an opportunity for the championship winning team to play one last game together
in Cornwall before the new season commences.
Further details to follow, but book the date in your diaries, and come along and support the
young “Black and Golds”.
Colin Hatch
Cornwall U20 Team Manager
Community Game Update 4th October
| Community Game Update Read Online |
| 1. ACTION REQUIRED There is no immediate action required from clubs in this edition of the Community Game Update 2. ACTION IF OF INTEREST U18s Tackle Height Study The 17 September saw the evaluation of waist-height tackling get underway at Millfield School. Eight schools: Millfield, Exeter, Kings Taunton, Canford, Taunton, Clifton, Blundell’s and QEH Bristol took part in a festival which involved around 180 U16 players. All matches were filmed, and two teams wore Instrumented Mouth Guards (IMGs). Any U16 – U18 club, school or college teams wanting to discover more or to be part of the ongoing evaluation of tackle height in age-grade rugby, please email johnlawn@rfu.com. Bonfire And Fireworks Displays With November’s bonfire and fireworks displays now being planned, clubs need to check the guidance and risk assessment to ensure everyone attending is kept safe. You can access the RFU insurance centre, guidance and risk assessment in this article. Upcoming Club Support Webinars & Virtual Workshop In October and November, virtual support to clubs around various areas of the game will be available. Webinars include: Marketing to Women, Tackling Energy Use in Rugby Clubs and an Age Grade Affiliation Update. There will be a Club for Everyone workshop in November. Times and dates are included in this section. Honda Volunteer Hospitality Registrations For Autumn Nations Series Honda continues their support of grassroots rugby with their annual pre-match hospitality in the British Airways Fan Village at Twickenham. Make sure your club/volunteer doesn’t miss out. All details are in this article. How To Show Rugby World Cup & Autumn Nations Series At Your Club How clubs can access the Rugby World Cup & Autumn Internationals to show in their clubhouses. 3. FOR AWARENESS Championship Live Streamed For Free Starting with Doncaster Knights v Bedford Blues on Saturday 8 October, there will be ten games live streamed for free over the season. To discover how to watch the games, read this article. Papa Johns Community Cup It has just been announced that the finals of the Papa Johns Community Cup will take place at Twickenham Stadium. With every player dreaming of running out onto the Twickenham turf, don’t miss out on your chance. England Team Announcement At Community Club Last week saw England men’s head coach Eddie Jones head down to Grasshoppers RFC, Ben and Tom Curry’s first club, for the England men’s training squad announcement. In this video, Eddie discusses the important connection between grassroots and international rugby, and we hear from young players who met him. Data Management Update Following feedback from clubs and Constituent Bodies, a more targeted approach to data management, as part of the Platform for Rugby review, will see Yorkshire and Surrey become part of a pilot study. Read Online |
David Martin – R.I.P. – Funeral Details
It is with great sadness that the President and members of Cornwall RFU were informed this morning of the passing of Dave Martin, aged 83 following a short illness.
Dave stepped down from his role with the CRFU last June, having served for over 40 years on various committees, serving as President 2009-12, Chairman 1992-95, he was also our Representative on the RFU 2002-16, again serving on several RFU committees.
He will also be remembered for his match commentaries on BBC Radio Cornwall, notably the 1991 final at Twickenham.
The CRFU offer their sincerest and heartfelt condolences to Bridget and other members of the family.
Funeral arrangements are as follows;
Monday 10th October 2022
1.30pm Celebration Service at All Saints Church, Killigrew Street, Falmouth TR11 3PN
Followed by the wake at Falmouth Hotel, Castle Beach, Falmouth TR11 4NC
Falmouth Recreation Ground is available for mourners to park.
Community Game Update 27 September
| Community Game Update Headline News Energy Bill Relief Scheme Last week government published plans for the Energy Bill Relief Scheme. The scheme will provide a discount on wholesale gas and electricity prices for all non-domestic customers. To understand how this may affect your club, read this section. Read Online |
| 1. ACTION REQUIRED Inclusion and Diversity Survey We are asking people in the community game to participate in our inclusion and diversity survey. This research helps to shape and inform our work in this area and is key to supporting the RFU’s strategic objective to drive rugby union in England to better reflect society’s diversity. We would appreciate you sharing the survey link in this section with your rugby network. 2. ACTION IF OF INTEREST Get ready to capitalise on next month’s Rugby World Cup The Rugby World Cup 2021, postponed to 2022 due to Covid, is just around the corner and is a fantastic opportunity for clubs to grow. This article contains how to watch the games live, details on the new two-part Red Roses’ documentary and ideas on how to maximise the potential of the Rugby World Cup. Social Rugby Game Makers – Thank You! Next week will see the launch of a national, club-wide competition to thank volunteers who support getting social rugby played. Read this section for information on how to nominate them to be entered into a prize draw to win tickets to the Autumn Nations Series. Emergency First Aid In Rugby Union – Update On New Format From January next year, there will be a new hybrid course (face-to-face and online) which will take less time for volunteers to complete, but with the same level of qualification. Read this article to discover more about the change and how to book a course. 3. FOR AWARENESS Game Congress This article contains information on a recent Game Congress, which was the first in a series of consultations to help create a shared vision for where the community game will be in 10 years, as we continue to respond to the challenges of the pandemic and broader societal changes. Key principles discussed at the congress will be shared with the wider game for further feedback over the next couple of months. Read Online |
Could you play for Cornwall Under 20?
Cornwall U20 – 2022/2023 – Expressions of interest
Cornwall U20 build up to the new season has commenced. We are awaiting fixtures and dates from
the RFU but expect to commence training in early 2023.
In preparation the CRFU has written to all clubs asking for them to nominate potential players, in
addition we have players transitioning from the U18 group along with existing players from last
season.
Players must be over the age of 18 to train / play and must be under 20 years of age on the 1st of
September 2022. You must either live in Cornwall, be born in Cornwall, be registered with a Cornish
club, or have played for Cornwall in a previous age group.
We will train on Sunday mornings at Truro college on the Astro pitch between 10-12.
Any body interested in being considered for the squad or requires any further information should
initially contact the team Manager Colin Hatch on either 07967725368 or
hatch0348@btinternet.com.
Colin Hatch
Cornwall U20 Team Manager
Girls Rugby Taster Day at Bodmin RFC
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