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Saturday 5th May:End of Season Awards – 4pm relaxation time!
6pm Presentations begin
Please make sure that all players either wear or bring their’clean’ Pinner tops; photographs for award winners and all players will only betaken in club colours
Please find attached players nomination forms to be returnedby Monday 30th April
Prize Draw:
Grand Prize Raffle Draw.
First Prize will be a painted portrait of you either inaction whilst playing rugby or a selected image of your choice.
How do you enter?
Simple, purchase a Prize Draw Ticket
What is the cost?
£7 per ticket or £10 for two now that’s not a bad return fora painting that would cost up to £1000!
When will the drawtake place?
Pinner Rugby Club AGM Friday 15th June (England v SwedenEuropean Qualifier)
Tickets available from Jo Talbot, Tracey Connolly (clubshop) and if desperate Spud!
For more information: http://www.pinnerrugby.com/a-picture-of-you/
Saturday 23rd June:Ickenham Festival Gala Day, more information to follow
Summer training / fitness: again when sorted information tofollow
Wishing you a great summer,
Spud
Chairman Mini Section Pinner Rugby Club
Don’t forget to take advantage to 10% off online forthe Saracens Easter Rugby Camps http://www.saracens.com/news/view.php?Id=6892 Book your place now!
Well done to all players who achieved the standard required to receive their Certificate Award from Coach Andy Nash this weekend
Pinner Under 10s Finalists @ Middlesex Rugby Festival
After the previous weeks outing to a very wet, cold and miserable festival at Slough RFC we were greeted by sunshine, warmer temperatures and more importantly no rain – hiphiphoora!
The festival held at Trail finders, was slightly different for the players of both Pinner Under 9s and Under 10s. When the submission date for entries was published we were not sure we could fill the squad numbers for each team; however, Hampstead RFC wanted to enter and as we had baba’d with them previously we said we would help them out.
After setting up the club gazebo (the only club gazebo at the festival – boy, did it stand out and everyone found us straight away!) we were joined by Hampstead under 10s manager Paul who indicated that he only had three players, luckily we had nearly all of our players from both ages, it was decided that we would ‘play up’ and Spud spoke to the ‘chief honcho’ and got permission – we were on!
Various names were banded about –Pinham, Hampin, Hammer, Hamper etc but the shouts from the touchline were generally based on the clubs names
Three players made themselves available for the Under 9s – Jack, Tom and Anthony who between them added the missing dimension for the team
We were in pool D along with Haringey, Old Grammarians and Hammersmith & Fulham
The first match pitted us against Haringey – from the whistle they were an attacking side, especially with two very fast players, we were 2 tries down within three minutes, time to get our heads on and start playing as a team. By half time, things had slowed down a fraction and after a team talk we held them to only scoring one try and just coming short on scoring one ourselves – it was evident at this stage that we had met the quickest team but our superb tackling and passing had proved that we were still in contention.
The second game v Old Grammarians
As the whistle blew, we were straight on the mark, great passing and rucking put us in their half, more pressure and passing out wide a try was on the cards.
To be honest, the game became a bit of a blur, if anyone has anything to add please email in. Tries by Majid, who was unstoppable, and Josh, meant we had won our first pool match bring on H&F
We haven’t played H&F for some years so we were a little apprehensive at what they could do on the pitch, however our scouts had been watching them and informed us we could beat them. Rotating the team players meant that we always had fresh legs to stop any try situations, but credit where credit is due; everyone played their heart out, the growing crowd witnessing some truly crunching tackles and some fantastic passing. Victory was ours, 3-0 now for the semi-finals (gulp)
After what seemed a very long time we found out who our opponents were – the host; Ealing, with their home support backing them we needed our own supporters to shout and cheer us on as they had been doing throughout the day but now with more gusto!
It was a closely fought game, with both sets of players a little nervous, one mistake, one error; one try could take you into the final or send you home.
The first half flew by, both teams cancelling out each others attacks, try line defending at its best, a mixture of rucks and mauls complimenting the swift passing, it was all going on, so much so, I have little memory of either half except that we beat them, we were in the final
The final
Hackney Bulls, an old favourite club of ours were our opposition. Before any detailed account of the final is written (over excitement again blurs the memory – help required) it must be reiterated that half the team contained under 9 players playing up which is a major tribute to them, demanding a greater effort, determination and in most cases several inches and pounds.
Hackney proved quicker off the mark than us, scoring two tries in quick succession in the first half. The second half proved more difficult for the opposition to score, which of course they did with a break away try, we responded with some great movement along the line and unfortunately the touch judge – a Hackney bulls parent! Said that Theo put a foot over the touchline and a line out was awarded – who knows that could have made a difference as Mani went over to score a try seconds later. The boys had played their hearts out and were a credit to both clubs
They were awarded the Middlesex County RFU Mini Rugby Festival Under 10 Bowl Runners-Up 2012 shield
squad
Majid, Maxwell, Reece, Shiv, Mani, Callum, Luke, Josh, (Hampstead: Theo, Ben, Joe)
Pinner 1st XV versus London French
Perfect playing conditions presented themselves on the 10th March when Pinner travelled south to take on old rivals London French. Both teams have had a gruelling season and a win was an absolute necessity for both, so an intense battle was to be expected.
Pinner won the toss and chose to play in to the wind, in anticipation that French would utilise their kicking game. Straight away it was clear that both teams were up for the fight and the forwards traded heavy blows to test each other’s defences. Pinner slowly worked their way up the field for the first 10, before French were penalised for hands in the ruck just outside the 22. Mark Razzell stepped up to get the score board moving and dutifully added 3 points.
Both teams were starting to find their flow now and Pinner produced some nice passages of play but couldn’t quite get to where they wanted. French also found themselves unable to break through on feet so, as predicted, used the boot to gain territory. Time and again, Pinner slowly worked their way up the field as French defended the attack before turning over and putting them back where they started. At around the 20 minute mark, French were again found guilty of an infringement on their 10 metre line. Mark Razzell again stepped up and slotted the points.
The rest of the half saw much of the same, with neither side able to give themselves a significant advantage. Just before the whistle, though, French were hard on the attack forcing Pinner to pull out some gritty defence in their own 22. Eventually, after numerous attempts were found wanting, they settled for 3 points when Pinner were penalised in front of the posts.
Half time score 6-3.
Second half got off to a good start for Pinner as French were very quickly penalised for hands in the ruck again, which Razzell capitalised on by adding another 3. Without the wind in their favour and Pinner’s back 3 wise to the 10’s game plan, Pinner were really starting to turn the screw. After a chip through from French was picked up by Razzell, he chipped over the gain line and chased with the back line. Richard Southam further kicked on with all in hot pursuit and Chris Jepsen further dinked it on before Razzell finished the play, touching down under the posts. He then converted to add another 2 to make the score 16-3.
The fire was burning for Pinner now and they were gunning for blood. The forwards especially dominated up front, with a special mention to the front row who were annihilating the French scrums. That battle won, they started to swing it wide and play the open game on their terms. After receiving a penalty just outside their own 22, Pinner took a tap penalty and shifted it wide. Simon Whitcombe started with a nice draw and pass, linking up with Neill King, before the ball eventually found the hands of replacement winger Rupert King. It was a race to the line then for King, who turned the gas on and sprinted along the left wing. 1 metre before the touchdown, the French fullback made a last ditch tackle. King managed to touch down as he tumbled in, but the linesman called him out. The referee, however, saw things differently. The fullback’s tackle had been exceedingly high and, as such, he awarded a penalty try. Razzell converted to bring it to 23-3.
The next twenty minutes still saw Pinner putting a strangle hold on the French, with some lovely passages of open play forcing the French to scramble their defences. Eventually an opportunity presented itself after 8 man Richard O’Connor shrugged of a tackle and gassed it pass the gain line. With one man to beat, he needed only to look to his left to find Rupert King in support, who took the pass and easily touched down for his second try, this time without someone trying to decapitate him. Razzell again converted.
10 minutes left and the game was all but sealed. French took stock of their situation and fought with tenacity, forcing Pinner to spend the last 10 defending stoically. The line held though, and the French found no way through, giving an emphatic and well deserved victory to Pinner.
Final score: 30-3.
Slough Time = rain, mud cold and WINNERS!
The Slough Rugby festival was held at Upton Court Park in Slough, the day started of wet and as the the day progress the weather got a lot worse, colder and even more heavy rain.
Despite these weather conditions, the spirits of Pinner under 12’s were quite high. The first game was against the Drifters, Pinner were holding their own in the first half, but one slip and the Drifters scored a try. Pinner were one try to nil down at half time. In the second half Pinner rallied with some spirited performances. The hard work resulted in two tries for Pinner by Mark and Kai. Pinner held on to win the game by two tries to one.
Pinner’s next game was against the Thathels. Pinner just steam rollered the opposition and before you blinked were very comfortably leading. Thatchels had the odd spell of attaching Pinner, but Pinner just powered ahead with some great try’s and eventually won the game by 5 try’s to nil. Pinner now headed their group and had a long wait to find out who their next opposition was in the semi-finals.
The next opposition was Berkshire, a team who had come second in their group, they looked a good match for Pinner. Both teams gave a good account of themselves in the first half, Pinner did play most of the first half in Berkshires half, just failing to score. Weather conditions deteriorated, both teams were making some mistakes because of not being able to hold the ball and the muddy conditions, the first half ended all square, no try’s being scored. The second half kicked of , both teams having a go at each other, The game was a stalemate, nearing the end of the game, Pinner managed to break free from the Berkshire defence and score a try. This was too much for Berkshire to come back from and another victory was recorded by Pinner, next stop the final.
The weather got even worse and the festival organisers announced that Pinner under 12’s had jointly won the under 12’s competition.
Congratulations to all the under 12’s players.
In just over 3 weeks time during the Easter break, Saracens will be returning to Pinner RFC, to run a One Day Intensive Skills Course. As past participants we would like to invite you back for another chance to take part!!
A new reduced pricing structure is in place for 2011/12 and the Aviva Premiership Champions look forward to you joining them on these fun packed courses to help with your preparation for the season ahead.
Description: One Day Intensive Skills Camp
Date: Mon 2nd Apr 2012
Price: Online £25.00
These courses, designed in consultation with the Saracens academy for young aspiring rugby players, will provide the perfect balance of intensity, excitement, education and fun using modern training techniques, player focused sessions and development through game play.
To book your place or for further information, including course content and structure for and of the above courses please visit www.rugbycamps.com/saracens or call the Saracens community team on 01707 285 026.
All
To many of you this will bring back memories of our 3 Amsterdam tours – apologies to others who didn’t go. I have replied to Andre inviting him to P&G if he is ever in London and suggesting that some of us might like to go to one of their reunions.
Dear Dave,
Maybe my name does not ring a bell immediately. In 1977 we (you and I) arranged the match between Meevaart (Amsterdam) and Pinner & Grammarians RFC, which was played in a public park in Amsterdam. By chance, I came across the website of Pinner RFC and watched the lions hunt video made after or during the presidents lunch of January 29. It brought back memories of P&G introducing that song to us way back then. Unfortunately our club does not exist anymore. Rugby will always be rather marginal in this country, I am afraid. When the club unwinded in 2001, I was given the shield of P&G presented to us in 1977 which is still in my study today (please find enclosed). We do have reunions every 4 years so to have a change to see the old rugby friends again. In many of us the Meevaart vs. P&G bring back wonderful memories. If not for the match, which we always lost, it is definitely for the third half.
It is good to see that P&G is doing well and that you are still involved with the club. I hope this mail finds you well and in good health
Wishing you and all members of Pinner RFC all the best.
Best regards,
André Paijmans
Chief beneficiary of Italy’s new attacking outlook is fly-half Kris Burton who promised to take the game to England from the off at the 82,000 seater stadium.
He said: “It’s our objective to attack and hold the ball but we also have to choose when to play the tactical game.
“I hope this week we can show that we can attack more and that last week was not a one-off.
“We hope to show this week that we’re an attacking team and we can be a threat.
“We have to be more aggressive with the ball in hand, be explosive on the ball, make early decisions in attack and put them under pressure
“If you look at any international side their back three have all got pace, the idea is to limit how much they can play.
“Obviously they’re going to be physical, they’ve always got a rush defence or if they vary their defence you’ve got to vary the game, see how it goes and make the right decisions at the right times.”
Both teams keep changes to a minimum with experienced duo Marco Bortolami and Gonzalo Canale returning for Italy while Lancaster names an identical 22 to the one that came out 13-6 winners in Scotland.
Even when games were at the more intimate Stadio Flamino, England have never found trips to Rome enjoyable affairs winning their last two matches by five and four points respectively.
At Twickenham last year it was a different story when winger Chris Ashton ran in a record-equally four tries in their 59-13 victory.
But while Ashton and his back-three colleagues might be associated with attacking flair, the Northampton winger is adamant discipline is the new buzz word in the England ranks.
“We talked about it again this morning with the players – ‘What does pride in the shirt and professionalism look like? What does commitment look like?’,” he said.
“These are the types of things that the players talked about. We want the players to take ownership of the on-field discipline and off-field discipline through the leadership group and you can begin to see that happening.
“If we had been ill-disciplined at the weekend, we probably would have conceded four or five penalties in kickable range, which ultimately would have led to Scotland winning the game.
“We want to see a repeat of that discipline against Italy this weekend. We don’t want to give cheap penalties away by going offside or from early scrum engagements.”
Bad Weather causes games to be cancelled
All Games cancelled – bad weather
Mini Section: Friendly Fixture - Twickenham + Kilburn Cosmos (away)
Youth Section: U15s League Fixture Twickenham B (away)
Youth Section: U13s Friendly Fixture – Harlequins away
Six Nations
Welcome to this year’s 6 Nations tipping competition.
Its easy and its fun and takes less that 5 mins to register ….just take a look
The 6 Nations is almost upon us, the best International Competition in World Rugby and probably the most open its been for years.
The competition is being run through sportguru.co.uk, the same site we used for the Rugby World Cup tipping competition. So if you participated in that you should already have login details – if not see below.
COMPETITION: RBS Six Nations (2012)
START DATE: Sat 4th February 2012
COST: £10
PRIZE MONEY:
1st Prize = 50% of pool
2nd Prize = 20% of pool
3rd Prize = 5% of pool and 25% of pool goes to the club.
HOW TO ENTER: Log onto http://www.sportguru.co.uk/ click on the “Register Now” button, then select the “Six Nations” from the drop down bar, then fill in your details (they don’t ask for many). Once you have done this, search for the pool called “Pinner Rugby Club” and apply to join pool. Once I have accepted you into the pool you will be free to enter your tips by following the instructions. Payment of the entry fee will need to be made by 10/02/2012 ( 2nd weekend), or you wont be able to win a prize.
I will send the relevant Bank details once all participants have registered.
RULES: Each entrant must submit their picks and margin before the deadline stipulated on the Sportsguru website. You can only enter your tips once so make sure you are certain of your tips before entering them as you cannot amend them afterwards! There are 5 rounds contain 3 matches each. You will receive points for correctly tipping the result of the game and also bonus points if you are within 5 points on your margin. There will also be bonus points and grand slam points awarded, check out the “Scoring System” tab for more information on how the comp will be scored. If you forget to put your tips in for a game you will be given the default tip by sports guru, check out the “Defaults” tab for more info on this. The person with the highest number of points at the end of the comp takes the top prize, the two closest runner ups will also receive some prize money and the club will earn a share. Actual prize money breakdown will be sent once we know how many people are playing.
If you think anyone else would be interested feel free to forward this on.
Round 1
Saturday, 4 February 2012
France v Italy, 14:30
Scotland v England, 17:00
Sunday, 5 February 2012
Ireland v Wales, 15:00
Round 2
Saturday, 11 February 2012
France v Ireland, 20:00
Italy v England, 16:00
Sunday, 12 February 2012
Wales v Scotland, 15:00
Round 3
Saturday, 25 February 2012
England v Wales, 16:00
Ireland v Italy, 13:30
Sunday, 26 February 2012
Scotland v France, 15:00
Round 4
Saturday, 10 March 2012
Ireland v Scotland, 17:00
Wales v Italy, 14:30
Sunday, 11 March 2012
France v England, 15:00
Round 5
Saturday, 17 March 2012
England v Ireland, 17:00
Italy v Scotland, 12:30
Wales v France, 14:45
Good luck!!
The Club Shop on the website has been updated, go on have a look!
Club shop on the website has been updated!
The Club Shop is open on Sunday mornings 9.45 – 12.30pm For Mini & Youth Purchases
On Senior Match days: One hour before K.O. and one hour after games conclude (this is subject to availability of staff)
If you require more information about products please speak to Jo Talbot who runs the mini section club shop jotalbot2002@yahoo.com
who is presently in charge of Pinner RFC merchandise
(images are for example only)
Adult Wear:
Adult Sizing:
small medium large XL XXL XXXL
Ok all, here’s a chance to get yourself in a film (not the usual ones found whilst searching for personal entertainment!)
Below is the flyer for the casting being held next week.
This is what they are after:
We are only looking for boys and men over 16 years to be paid extras. The Filming dates have not been confirmed yet but they will be throughout February in the local area of Rickmansworth.
We will be seeing people on Thursday 26th January anytime between 4:30pm and 9pm at The Colne Room, Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth, Herts, WD3 1EH .
As previously mentioned it shouldn’t take to long, it’s a very relaxed process and all we need are a few details (measurements and contact details) and then we will take a photograph!
Go on, you know you want the fame, fortune and to wear proper film make-up!
Mini Section Christmas Party Sunday 11th December 1-5pm all welcome:
You are all welcome to join in the festive activities from 1pm Sunday 11th December. After the morning training session, the Mini Section will be holding its Christmas Party,
so one would suggest that children bring along a change of clothing – ‘Dress to Impress’, food and drinks, possibly a visitation from the ‘man in red’ (who could that be we ask?), sing along with ‘Sir Les’.
We will be collecting presents for a local childrens’ home; so bring any presents – wrapped with either boy/girl and age tag on them, that would be splendiferous
Hope to see everyone there, especially to thank Kathy and her team a massive thank you.
for more information:
wait for a text/email from Jo!
or click here; christmas party invite
Latest newsletter now available:
November Edition – ‘newsletter november 2011
CHRISTMAS MASH-UP!
Well, once again, that time is upon us…the season of good will, cheer, messiness and debauchery.
Aaron 
and 
Samuel
would formally like to invite you to the P&G Christmas Party of 2011!
*We require all attending responses by the 10th Dec, no later please.
All PLAYERS attending (1st and Pelicans) are kindly asked for £5 towards the festivities, to be given to Aaron or Samuel by the 10th Dec*
Alternatively if you do not play for 1st XV or Pelicans you can contact Spud, again by the 10th Dec
All members of Pinner Rugby Club are welcome;
it’s going to be an evening of great festivities, fun, drinking, games and the odd carol song
The theme for the evening will be ‘TACKY’ Xmas Jumpers!
(forfeits’ for those Scrooge’s among you that do not abide)
This event is obviously open to friends and family, all are welcome to join in!
Evenings Festivities will include; (while normal drinking rules apply throughout)
- Tackiest Xmas Jumper Competition!
- Xmas Karaoke
- Mass Beer Pong (glow in the dark?)
- Bullets ‘Reindeer Game’
- Snort the Port (pairs boat race)
- all ideas and contributions welcome…
Merry Christmas, we look forward to seeing you all there.
Boom!
here’s a link to last years festivities! Christmas
Just a reminder for coaches and those forwards players (scrum) that there is the:
CPD Scrum Factory
Sir Les Chaffe – Club Coaching Coordinator has commited Pinner to a CPD on 16th Nov (Scrum Factory) He will need to see how many of our coaches are ready to take this CPD. Let him know, these are really useful and great fun
leschaffe@yahoo.com
Dear All,
I thought I would take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support and commitment at the start of this very exciting season. Its great seeing so many returning faces and welcoming lots of new ones, I think to date we have had over 30 new players start at Pinner Rugby Club and as it is my aim this year to have full squads at every age group its looking like this target might be met.
It is with great sadness that Kathy Parker-Brice has informed me she wishes to stand down from providing Sunday morning catering. I wish to be the first to thank her for the fantastic work she and her team have undertaken over the last three seasons. Her son Josh plays in the U11 team, and I think that over that time she has seen him play at Pinner only a couple of times and now wishes to devote her time to watching him play rather than looking at bacon rolls every week. I know that the effort and organisation she has put in over the years has put the club in good stead for the future.
So, where does that leave the Sunday morning ‘brekkie’ situation? (Can you see it coming?)
After some discussion with Committee Members it has been decided that we will continue to offer refreshments during home training and matches. How is this going to be done you ask?
Well, I propose that when the mini section and youth section are playing at home, a rota system is set up, each week, so that an age group will take on the responsibility of providing the catering. At the moment I am working out the logistics in consultation with the Youth Section. No-one needs to be concerned about the purchasing of the food, just cooking and serving.
Also if there are any budding Master Chefs amongst you please feel free to have a chat with me as I have some ideas for the future.
It has been a very busy start to the new season;
The Pinner Show
Super Sarries Sunday with the arrival of the Aviva Trophy and Saracens mascot ‘Sarrie’
The Guard of Honour and Under 7s & 8s playing Tag Rugby at Vicarage Road for the Aviva Premiership Match Saracens v Newcastle Falcons
New promotional advertising – leaflets & Banners
A brand new printed Club gazebo
A set of floodlights for winter training (more to come about that)
So what’s next?
Two major events that need your support:
Only two weeks left until the Pinner Rugby Camp. Teaming up with Saracens RFC there will be an opportunity to develop skills, techniques and learn more about individual positions during the October half-term holiday: Thursday 27th & Friday 28th October. We have gained a lot of support through Saracens and this is an excellent Rugby Camp run by Saracens coaches, so, if you haven’t booked yet please do so soon, it would be fantastic to see a great number of Pinner players there.
Sunday 6th November: ‘Come and Try it Session’. Saracens are currently coaching in five of our local schools through the Saracens RFC – Aviva Premiership Rugby Programme. They have asked if we could provide them with a transition session during our Sunday morning training. It could mean a lot of prospective players joining our club, basically they will join in with our teams – U9/U10/U11so please be aware that the first Sunday after the half term break we could and hopefully be very busy.
Currently I am putting together another edition of ‘The Pelican Brief’ (club newsletter) which, should hopefully keep you informed of what has happened/is currently happening /will happen with the whole of Pinner Rugby Club.
There is a lot more I could add, but I fear by now you are starting to waver!
Please, please refer to the website for up to date information about the club and what’s happening, I tend to tinkle with it every day and if you do not have the time to wade through a lot of pages I summarise most articles and information through the ‘Spuds Blog’ page, it might go a little way towards getting less emails from my better half Jo!
I hope to see you all on Sunday, the Mini Section has Enfield Ignations RFC visiting, the Youth Section has home training, enjoy the rest of week.
Regards
Spud
AKA Paul Talbot
Mini Section Chairman
07961304740
Let there be light!
blinded by the light!
The new floodlights arrived last night for the training session, oooh they are good!
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PINNER RFC TEAM UP WITH SARACENS THIS OCTOBER
In just UNDER TWO weeks time during October half term, Saracens will be heading to Pinner RFC to run a Two Day Skills Course. We like to encourage as many mini and junior rugby players to take part and develop themselves as a player on and off the field.
A new reduced pricing structure is in place for 2011/12 and the Aviva Premiership Champions look forward to you joining them on these fun packed courses to help with your preparation for the season ahead.
Description: Two day skills camp
Date: Thurs 27th & 28th Oct 2011
Price: Online £50
These courses, designed in consultation with the Saracens academy for young aspiring rugby players, will provide the perfect balance of intensity, excitement, education and fun using modern training techniques, player focused sessions and development through game play.
To book your place or for further information, including course content and structure for and of the above courses please visit www.rugbycamps.com/saracens or call the Saracens community team on 01707 285 026
CPD Scrum Factory
Sir Les Chaffe – Club Coaching Coordinator has commited Pinner to a CPD on 16th Nov (Scrum Factory) He will need to see how many of our coaches are ready to take this CPD. Let him know, these are really useful and great fun
leschaffe@yahoo.com
Pinner RFC @ Saracens
After a terrific morning of training and friendly matches with a friends from Hackney Bulls many of the players and parents jumped into their cars, put on their clean Pinner tops and headed off to Vicarage Road for the Aviva Premiership match against Newcastle Falcons
Through the Saracens club Partnership program we had secured a number of tickets which allowed children to go free and for reduced prices for adults.
Apart from watching live Premiership rugby, what else caused this exodus?
Well, a great day was install for the players; representing Pinner Youth, Mini Section and players from the Little Rugby Academy were guest of Saracens and formed the Guard of Honour for both the teams as they exploded onto the pitch, being that close up we saw what giants these rugby players were and how they were focused on the game in hand, even so, one player managed to get his hair ruffled by a passing Saracens player!
During the half time interval Pinner Under 7s and Under 8s were invited to play on the pitch, demonstrating their skills during a TAG rugby game, Pinner having the honour of being the only club to be represented and enjoyed every minute running around on the quality pitch, scoring tries and taking Tags. Coaches Andy Nash and Richard Evans were extremely proud of the display you put on, their beaming smiles being broadcasted on the big screen, cheered on by over 5,000 home supporters (including a few Pinner senior members doted around the ground)
What a great experience, a great day and one that will hopefully remain in the memory of all the young players who attended.
Saracens won, by the way!
Oh by the way, I was interviewed by ESPN/Sky Sports News before the game, if anyone has seen it or recorded game firstly, did I look fat on the telly! and secondly, is there a copy of it I can have a butchers at? (cheers Spud)
Here’s the proof!!!
A big thank you to Steve and Richard at Saracens and a special thank you to Jo Talbot for organising everything today
Gazebo update: after a lot of time back and forth with the Gazebo company, and I might add many many hours producing the required artwork in three different formats (EPS PDF JPEG) plus a couple of other documents we have got the printing go ahead. After supplying them with different layouts/images they came back with the original design that I supplied in the first place:(
Here’s a peak preview of what its going to look like (its printed on paper as a guide)
courtesy of: PitBitz Ltd / www.gazeboshop.co.uk
Latest news…… the WOW mug Latest news…… the WOW mug Latest news…… the WOW mug
This is something special; a mug that changes colour and reveals a print, here’s an example
The heat sensitive photo mugs are fantastic fun. The mug will feature your photo and/or a message, underneath a black heat sensitive coating. The coating ‘disappears’ when the mug is hot to reveal your photo and message (which will wow everyone of course!). Due to the heat sensitive coating we recommend you hand wash these ‘magic mugs’.
The cost?
Wow mugs – £10.00 per mug (see Spud)
Monday 26th Sept:
Another very busy weekend @ the club: Saturday saw the intrepid Spud on the touchline at local rivals Harrow RFC to watch the 1st XV battle it out in the Herts/Middx Div 2 League. The trusted camera working at full pelt to capture the tackles and tries of the first team players (who of course love to see themselves on the website!)
Despite Pinner fielding many new players they were unable to pull together to overcome a very strong Harrow side, also having a ref with his own club tankard didn’t help matters! Many of the boys ventured back to the clubhouse for a little drink, rumours are that it went well!
Then Sunday was upon us:
Pinner Rugby Club along with club partner Saracens RFC provided a unique experience at the rugby club this Sunday. With the training pitches filled with players from all age groups and a pre league friendly Under 15s fixture against Fullarians RFC a morning named ‘Super Sarries Sunday’ kicked off. Placed just outside of the Pinner clubhouse entrance was the Aviva Trophy sparkling in the sunshine, players and parents were greeted by Saracens mascot ‘Sarrie’ as they prepared for a morning of rugby.
Club President David Hiles with the Aviva Trophy (he’s the one on the left!)
It was be a fantastic opportunity to have their photograph taken with the trophy and of course Sarrie, all squads took it in turns through the morning and after training finished many of the player of the week winners muscled up to Sarrie for a memorable photo opportunity.
Pinner RFC had run a prize draw raffle during the Pinner Show the previous Saturday; the draw was made on Sunday 18th September and the winners were presented with their prizes by Pinner RFC chairman Andy Wright and Pinner RFC Mini Section Chairman Paul ‘Spud’ Talbot. A big thank you to Saracens for supplying the first prize:
1st Prize: 10 match tickets for Saracens home fixture at Wembley – Max Alexander
1st Prize: 10 Tickets to a Saracens RFC Home Match @ Wembley Stadium
Family Invitation Tickets choose from:
Saturday 10th December: Saracens vs. Ospreys (Heineken Cup)
or Saturday 31st March: Saracens vs. Harlequins (Aviva Premiership) Adults and Under 16s in the Red/Black Area
2nd Prize: Signed rugby ball by Austin Healey – Monty Meghjee
3rd Prize: a rugby ball – Daniel Chaffe
Pinner Rugby Club is part of the Saracens Club Partnership program which was first launched in the 2003/04 Season, the club partnership programme exists to develop sustainable relationships with clubs throughout the community, offering a variety of innovative services and products to that are advantageous to its members. The partnership is beneficial to the whole of club providing benefits to senior, junior and mini players as well as coaches from under sevens to senior sides.
Pinner Rugby Club is currently recruiting players of all ages and welcomes all players of all abilities to our club
Please feel free to contact Paul Talbot on 07961304740 or paultalbot17@gmail.com. Alternatively visit the website www.pinnerrugby.com or come down to the club on Sunday mornings at 10.00am and give it a go!!
Future events at Pinner Rugby Club:
Pinner Rugby Club are to host their second Rugby Camp. Teaming up with Saracens RFC there will be an opportunity to develop skills, techniques and learn more about individual positions during the October half-term holiday:
Thursday 27th & Friday 28th October.
The Saracens Rugby Camp Programme is aimed at U7 – U16 playing age groups and provides organised, educational, inclusive and structured activities, utilising our experienced, qualified and award winning coaches from the Saracens Community team.
For further Information please call 01707 285 026 or email jonathonbaker@saracens.net
Saturday 24th Sept:
Injury time, who’s in pain the most? You decide……
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LATEST FROM THE CLUBSHOP ……….this is about the new club merchandise that is now on offer.
Have you been nominated for player of the week?
Or had a fantastic photograph of you in action playing rugby?
Bored with the same old photos in a frame gathering dust on the mantelpiece?
Luck is on your side…..
Now available from the club shop you can have your favourite moment put on a ceramic mug; they are dishwasher safe and can hold both hot and cold drinks!
If Pinner Rugby Club have your photograph on file / or you have a photograph taken for being player of the week, man of the match or appear on the pitch we can produce a mug with said image.
Examples of mugs produced in the last week
The cost?
£5.00 per mug, you may order multiples of the same mug or order several different images on a series of mugs
How quickly can I get them?
Usually, within a week, orders placed at the shop will be printed and returned the following home game.
Who do I need to see about getting a mug/s made?
Speak to Spud
Can I have different images put on a mug?
More than likely, again discuss what is required with Spud
For more information email pinnerrugby@gmail.com
Current examples:
Sunday 18th Sept:
Well that was a full-on weekend, the Pinner Show, running about taking photographs of both the 1st XV and the Pelicans, I even managed to get a drink at the bar (cheers Brad), although Steve Woad thinks that I still don’t do enough for the club, with a rye smile. Then up at sparrow fart to watch England versus Georgia followed by a great raining session with my squad and now for this week – organising Super Sarries Sunday, writing letters to squad players and final designs for the gazebo…… for the latest reports explore the website but here’s something to be getting on with……
Pinner Rugby Club, with Club Partners Saracens RFC, took part in the Pinner Village Show organised by the Rotary Club of Pinner, for the first time this weekend.
The Village Show was, once again a great success – fun for all the families who ventured into the park. It contained many local charity and craft stalls, entertainments and of course Pinner Rugby Club.
Local residents and visitors from further afield came in good numbers throughout the day, despite the intermittent rain showers. The Kiddies Fun Fair, the miniature steam train and the many local charity stalls were in attendance at the Rotary Club of Pinner’s Pinner Village Show. The Merry-Downers Morris Dancers, the Harrow Concert Band and the Tug of War events kept the crowds well and truly entertained
Many Pinner Rugby Club members braved mixed weather to raise awareness of our club and hopefully gained some new players.
The day didn’t get off to a great start when Minis Chairman Spud had great difficulties putting up the club tent (a new club gazebo is on the way thankfully!) failing to recognise that you can’t put it up inside out! After a succession of Rotary Club members tried to aid the suffering Spud, former Mini’s Chairman Steve George was called into action and promptly alleviated a minor disaster.
At 10.15 the Aviva Trophy arrived on our stand along with Saracens young star Geoffrey Sella (son of French international Phillipe Sella) ready to meet and greet the local community and have their photograph taken with both Geoffrey and the trophy. As you can see, Pinner members were very keen to get their hands on the trophy and Geoffrey was fantastic throughout the day, signing autographs, showing off his skills and playing demonstration rugby – as he is currently injured this had to be limited although witnesses said that he was awesome despite a light slip resulting in getting covered in mud – a few eagle eyed passer byes saw him take his top off and remarked that suddenly they liked rugby (you can follow Geoffrey on twitter – @geof_sella)
Stars of the future
Throughout the day, players from all levels of the club came down to support our publicity drive, seniors from the first team, club captain Reza Sibilant got his hands on the trophy with a beaming smile; the youth under 15s were out in force along with manager Brad Seiler, under 7s & 8s coach Andy Nash, a Saracens fan, also got ‘up and close’ with the silverware. Players from all squads were in presence and worked tirelessly in promoting our club; as a result many new faces were seen at training during Sunday morning, great work.
Then for something different: Pinner entered the tug of war competition; firstly testing themselves against each other then taking on all-comers, including the Morris Dancers. All succumbed to the brilliant effort by Pinner – out-right winners, well done.
The day proved to be a great success, many made their way to the club to watch some fantastic rugby in the form of the 1st XV versus Old Merchant Taylors and the Pelicans first outing of the new season versus Uxbridge 2nds (match reports and photographs on website)
Pinner Rugby Club is a club Partner of Saracens RFC and this has allowed us to bring them down to the club next Sunday 25th September for a morning of ‘Super Sarries Sunday’; where they will be once again bringing the Aviva Trophy, players, coaches and ‘Sarrie’ the mascot. It will be a fantastic opportunity to have your photograph taken with the above and be part of the Saracens Pixel wall. All welcome and please bring down your friends. The under 15s will also be playing a pre league friendly match versus Fullarians RFC (also a Saracens Club Partner).
The raffle proved to be a great success, a big thank you to Saracens again for supplying the first prize. The draw was made after training on Sunday – the winners were:
3rd Prize: a rugby ball – Les Chaffe
2nd Prize: Signed rugby ball by Austin Healey – Monty Meghjee
1st Prize: 10 match tickets for Saracens home fixture at Wembley – Max Alexander
Congratulations to them, contact will be made within the next couple of days an the first prize will be presented during ‘Super Sarries Sunday’
A quick note of thanks goes to our newest club sponsor:
With over 50 years experience McGee is one of Europe’s largest and most trusted Civil, Structural and Demolition Engineering contractors.
The McGee Group was founded by Tom McGee in 1958. Since then the Group has grown dramatically in both size and reputation. McGee’s have the in-house capability to support projects of unlimited size.
Who have kindly donated money to develop our presence in and around the community, we shall see the fruits of this very soon…. Club Gazebo in the first instance, thank you especially to Pat for his work in securing this sponsor
13.09.11
The Mini and Youth sections at Pinner Rugby Club enjoyed their second training/registration session of the new season this Sunday. Many new players were welcomed in to their respective age squads and some returning players were greeted with great enthusiasm.
It was great to see the whole of the playing fields awash with Pinner colours from the Under 15s down to the under 7s a terrific morning kicked off at 10am with coaches having started warm up sessions at 9.45 for the early birds amongst us.
The under 7s and 8s were very quickly developing their skills in Tag rugby, the high number of shouts of ‘Tag’ that could be heard around the pitches demonstrated this, especially after the training drills that coaches Andy and Richard had put them through.
The under 9s and 10s have been venturing into contact more this season, after a series of games which developed passing and throwing skills the tackle bags were brought out; but before these were used the players were expected to go through a series of tasks which made sure that all of them were safe and confident in tackling and being tackled. Judging by the huge smiles on their faces, they thoroughly enjoyed attacking the coach and during the game played afterwards it was evident that they all had gained a lot from the earlier exercises.
The under 11s and 12s spent the first session honing their ball skills; being able to pass a ball at pace through strategically positioned hoops and then lay the ball off whilst to defenders tackled them, a great skill to learn. Further development of rucks and mauls led to them being utilised in a game situation.
Furthest away from the clubhouse the Youth section continued to build upon set plays they had developed through the summer training sessions and their Thursday night training.
Players of the Week: still awaiting other age groups
Birthday greeting to Jacob Talbot and Ryan Healy who celebrated with the customary ‘yard of ale’. If your birthday is coming up let me know (Spud)
Pinner Rugby Club will be participating, giving demonstrations, holding a skills clinic along with Saracens RFC who will hopefully be in attendance with the Aviva Trophy; in the Pinner Village Show Saturday 17th September, Pinner Memorial Park, Pinner.
For further information about Pinner Rugby Club visit www.pinnerrugby.com
Pinner RFC v Uxbridge RFC 10th September 2011
Rusty Pinner suffer from the English problem of too many penalties
In their first match of the season P&G’s came unstuck against local rivals Uxbridge. Playing into the wind in the first half Pinner were not helped by the elements nor the referee and did themselves no favours by conceding numerous penalties. Unfortunately they found the home fly-half Micky Weymouth in good kicking form. He not only kept play in the visitors half but landed five penalty kicks to give Uxbridge a 15 – 0 lead at half-time.
With the wind behind them in the second half Pinner began to show some cohesion and put pressure on the home team. It was soon the visitors turn to get a kickable penalty and fly-half David Luiz reduced the deficit to 15-3. Uxbridge, having had three warm up matches before the league season began, showed greater coordination and team work. However Pinner began to find their form with several driving mauls deep into Uxbridge territory. From a ruck centre Alex Goring crushed through to score near the posts. David Luiz converted to bring the score to 15 -10 offering P&G’s some hope of a revival. With 10 minutes remaining, and Pinner having to replace front-row, Uxbridge set up a powerful driving maul for Adam Lackey to score taking the home side to a 20 -10 lead. As fly-half Weymouth had been yellow carded the conversion did not succeed. Pinner’s lack of match fitness told when they lost the ball in their own 22. Uxbridge quickly moved the ball to the right catch the visitors out of position for Simon Bates to score near the touch line. The final score was 25 – 10 to the home team
Next week-end Pinner host Old Merchant Taylors in their first home match of the season at Shaftesbury Playing Fields Hatch End with the Pelicans home to Northolt. In the morning the Mini’s section will be at the Pinner Show supported by Saracens RFC. On Sunday 25th September the Saracens will be at P&G’s to support and encourage the Youth and Mini Players.
Contact www.pinnerrugby.com for details of membership.
On Saturday the 10th September, Pinner kicked off this season’s campaign with a trip to face Uxbridge. Pinner enjoyed two emphatic wins over this particular club last year and were pleased with the fixture as a season debut to get the year off to a good start.
Report supplied: D Hiles
The wind was high and the rain flirted with making an appearance throughout the game, but the conditions were otherwise good and all players present were raring to go. Uxbridge had played two pre season warm ups and this showed fairly early on. Having the wind well in their favour for the first 40, the fly-half utilised this to its full capabilities. He pinned Pinner well within their own half with every opportunity that was given, and further utilised the wind to capitalise on the high number of penalties Pinner were conceding within kicking distance. Pinner launched several counter attacks but proved to lack the killing instinct and, subsequently, only added to their woe by giving away further penalties and infringements. Uxbridge failed to break the Pinner defence during the first half, but did walk away with a solid fifteen points thanks to their 10’s impeccable strategy and boot.
The second half told a different story initially as Pinner showed their tenacity and spirit from the off. They played the rugby they are known for and this proved fruitful within the first 5 minutes with the award of a penalty well within reach of David Luiz’ boot. He duly knocked it over to make the score 12-3. Following from this, Pinner pushed back hard despite the lack of a platform. They had been struggling in the scrums and line outs but, inched their way up the field through numerous breaks within the back line. Eventually, Pinner found themselves near the white-wash and scrum half Craig Lane made a break for it. He was grabbed agonisingly short, but the ever ready centre Alex Goring was, as usual, on hand to collect the offload and crash over the line. Luiz converted to make it 12-10.
Unfortunately for Pinner, the problems up front only got worse and they failed to capitalise on any of their scrums or lineouts, losing the ball fairly consistently. The Uxbridge pack winning the battle up front and beating Pinner to the breakdown regularly, they began to counter with full force. The defence held strong for some time but, almost inevitably, Uxbridge eventually broke through. After a gruelling mall within the 22, they finally ploughed over touched down with 15 minutes to go. Times were now desperate for Pinner and they began to counter hard. Spreading the ball wide and utilising the wind, they tried to catch the stretched back line off guard. With attackers getting isolated however, they were frequently turned over and again left wanting. With five minutes to go, all hope seemed lost, and this was told by the Uxbridge winger crossing the line after a nice piece of play from the victors.
Final score – 27-10. Congratulations to Uxbridge, they were very much the better team. Pinner have a lot of work to do if they wish their season to be successful.
Pinner will be less than happy with this result and will no doubt try to bounce back when they face Old Merchant Taylors next week, a fixture that will no doubt be tougher than the season debut.
Report Supplied: M Razzell
Monday 12th September:
A great weekend for the Mini & Youth Sections, lots of new faces and some returning ones, report and photos to follow. A little bit busy at the moment sorting out our new Club Gazebo thanks to the sponsors McGee a big thanks goes out to them, its going to look fantastic.
Remember to use the Simple Fundraising link, we are making money…..
Pinner Rugby Club will be at the Pinner Show on 17th September – 11am – 3pm. This is a great chance for the local community to get to know that Pinner Rugby club exists. We are having a stall and hopefully a small plying area. We will be handing out our new publicity leaflets, as well as having our new banners on display.
As part of the day we will be giving out a number of prizes including a raffle for a signed rugby ball (signed by Austin Healy) and Matchday tickets for a Saracens Aviva Premiership Game.
Also as a bonus, we have organised Saracens RFC to attend with the Aviva Trophy, a Saracens player which is an ideal opportunity to have your photograph taken with them.
We look forward to seeing as many members there as possible as I am sure that this great opportunity to promote our club and hopefully gain further members.
We need your support/players for demonstration games, chat to possible new members/have fun; so let either Jo or Spud know ASAP
You can also reply by joining the Facebook group Pinner & Grammarians & P&G Mini Section link: via the website or search groups
You can then also pop back to the clubhouse to watch the opening 1st XV League fixture of the season versus Old Merchant Taylors RFC and the Pelicans game versus Northolt RFC
cheers Spud
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This is the new Fund Raising Icon on the Pinner website. Spud’s at it again!
What is it?
Whenever you click on this icon from our website, we make money for the club; it’s as simple as that.
We have registered with Simple Fundraising. They give us money whenever you go through their site when buying anything online. If you use the internet to buy items click on the Icon on the right hand side under Fixtures and Forthcoming Events and it will direct you to the site. All you need to do is register and continue your shopping. By using this site we as a club get payment if you purchase (at a discount) via this website. There are no tricks to this and as a club we can earn money by using this website
Pinner Rugby Club Fundraising Website
Q: What’s the catch?
A: There is absolutely no catch whatsoever!
Each of the retailers involved with this programme are prepared, and committed, to pay our club a commission for providing them with additional custom.
It’s that simple – they are rewarding our club for providing them with customers.
The key success to making sure that Pinner Rugby Club fundraising website raises as much money as possible is to ensure that as many of you as possible use www.pinnerrugby.com website when you do your shopping online.
So if you plan to use a site, such as Amazon or Tesco online, to purchase anything, please do it through Simple Fundraising via our website: www.pinnerrugby.com
Therefore, it is fundamental that Pinner Rugby Club members go shopping online via the Pinner Rugby Club Fundraising Website
It’s A Win-Win Situation!
By shopping online, members of Pinner RFC will invariably save money on products and services that they are most likely to purchase anyway. Plus, we receive money from each retailer every time someone shops on their site.
Everybody wins!
Discount Codes & Vouchers.
Each of the retailers involved are committed to helping our members save money and every day they provide discount codes and vouchers.
Example of St Mary’s High School’s existing fundraising site
www.simplefundraising.co.uk/1001/
You can simply use the Pinner Rugby Club Fundraising Website webpage without registering, if you so prefer. By using this webpage as a launch pad to online shopping, we will still raise money.
The Pinner Rugby Club Fundraising webpage has a shopping directory of many popular UK retailers that have an online presence – major household names, such as Tesco, Direct Line, Amazon, HMV, Boots, Carphone Warehouse, Thomas Cook as well as a plethora of independent retailers.
Each month, they will add more suitable retailers to our fundraising website.
When members use the shopping directory to visit the retailers any purchases that they make will result in earning a commission.
The commissions are paid by the retailer from their profit – there is no additional cost to members. In fact, shopping online is usually cheaper so you could well be saving yourself money as well.
To protect individual’s privacy, only the retailer knows who the customer is and the details of each individual purchase. This sensitive information is never passed on. At the end of each month, commissions from each retailer are combined and we are sent that amount of money direct to Pinner RFC.
So, in short, if you use the internet to purchase anything please use the link on the website, the more people who use it the more money we can raise for our club
Cheers Spud
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Pinner Rugby Club are to host their second Rugby Camp. Teaming up with Saracens RFC there will be an opportunity to develop skills, techniques and learn more about individual positions during the October half-term holiday:
Thursday 27th & Friday 28th October.
Below is a description of the what the sessions involve, a link to the Saracens Rugby Camp booking form and further information.
The summer Rugby camp was very succesful and all those who attended have been very positive about their experiences.
Click on the image below to go to the Saracens Rugby Camp website
The Saracens Rugby Camp Programme is aimed at U7 – U16 playing age groups and provides organised, educational, inclusive and structured activities, utilising our experienced, qualified and award winning coaches from the Saracens Community team.
During the Half Term holidays the Saracens Community staff will create a professional, safe and friendly environment in which players can enjoy their rugby development. The camps have been designed to provide young players with a total rugby experience, contributing to their personal development on and off the field. The Saracens coaches will instil some of the values that drive our professional players, urging young talent to play with passion and commitment, respect and discipline whilst working effectively as a team.
On all of our Half Term courses each participant will be given feedback, providing information on areas of the game on which our coaches feel they require further development. In addition to this positive reinforcement will be given to individuals who display strength in their technique and skill applications.
On each course lunch break will be for one hour between the window of 12:00 – 13:30. This will vary depending on the content of each specific course and the numbers taking part.
Please see below details below regarding this specific course and to confirm if a hot lunch is included, if so a full menu will be provided to you in the days leading up to the course.
Specific Course Information:
Course: Saracens - Pinner Rugby Club – Two Day Skills Clinic
Venue: Pinner Rugby Club – (HA5 4PW)
Ages: U7 – U16
Normal Price: £56.00
Online Price 10% off: £50.00
Hot lunch provided: Yes
Description:
Participants will work closely in groups of the same/similar age with a number of different coaches on a range of skills each day. The club and experienced award winning coaching staff allow access for all rugby abilities and encourage TAG rugby players to attend in addition to those of an older age.
Typical Structure:
Day 1:
- Development through game play
- Individual skills & techniques
- Positive Continuity
- Contact avoidance
- Offloading
- Speed, Agility and Quickness
- Tackling / Tagging Techniques
- Ball Presentation
Day 2:
- Unit Skills
- Breakdown Management (Rucking, Leaching, and Ball presentation progressions)
- Forwards / Backs Split
Developed in consultation with the Saracens Academy to incorporate a vast range of skills included in the modern game of rugby the camp will provide the perfect balance of intensity fun, excitement and education for any young aspiring rugby player aged U6 – U16 utilising modern training techniques, with technical player focused sessions, alongside development through game play.
Coaches will pass on expert advice and professional tips, creating a fun and enjoyable environment to work on personal development concepts such as catch & pass, tackling technique, contact avoidance, offloading, and tactical decision making. The camp will also allow for players to work on unit development including areas such as rucking, leaching and defence organisation in addition to positional specific work, basic fitness tests and ideas behind different tactics on the pitch.
Whether you have been on a clinic before or are new to the Premier Rugby Academy this is an opportunity for players of all ages and positions to tune their rugby skills as well as develop new technique in a professional, fun and enjoyable environment alongside Saracens award winning community coaches and select professional players*
The intensity of each session will vary from station to station, and be controlled for each age group to ensure all participants energy levels are maintained throughout the course; this will enable maximum enjoyment during your time with Saracens.
For further Information please call 01707 285 026 or email jonathonbaker@saracens.net
Each booking is subject to a £2.50 handling fee.
*Saracens where possible will integrate players into the course; please be aware this is not always possible due to heavy training commitments during preseason. Should you wish to know more regarding player involvement please call 01707 285 026.
Top players on show:
Our camps’ philosophy is twofold. To provide participants with the opportunity to be coached by current Premiership stars. And to provide them with the opportunity to delve deeper into what it takes to reach the very top level in the game.
Every course will be visited by Premiership players, who’ll pass on tips on how to take your game to the next level. Previously, World Cup winning and British and Irish Lions legends Jason Robinson, Lawrence Dallaglio and Jonny Wilkinson, not to mention Charlie Hodgson, Mike Tindall, Pat Sanderson, Steve Borthwick, Tom Rees and a host of other Premiership Stars have all been on hand to help deliver a master class.
(Player appearances subject to availability)
cheers Spud
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Below are the Fixtures and times (GMT) for the Rugby World Cup 2011 Pool B
Please check website for information regarding clubhouse openings for matches – all England games at time of writing will be live at the clubhouse
Saturday 10th September 2am
Scotland v 
Romania
Saturday 10th September 9.30 am bacon rolls & beer @ clubhouse 8.30 am, I’m cooking!!
Argentina v 
England
Wednesday 14th September 8.30 am
Scotland v 
Georgia
Saturday 17th September 4.30 am
Argentina v Romania
Sunday 18th September 7.00 am
England v Georgia
Saturday 24th September 7.00 am
England v Romania
Sunday 25th September 8.30 am
Argentina v Scotland
Wednesday 28th September 7.30 am
Georgia v Romania
Saturday 1st October 8.30 am
England v Scotland
Sunday 2nd October 1.00 am
Argentina v Georgia
RWC 2011 Quarterfinals Matches:
1st Quarter-final: 8th October
Winner Pool C v Runner-up Pool D
(Wellington Regional Stadium, 0600 BST)
2nd Quarter-final: 8th October
Winner Pool B v Runner-up Pool A
(Lancaster Park Stadium, 0830 BST)
3rd Quarter-final: 9th October
Winner Pool D v Runner-up Pool C
(Wellington Regional Stadium, 0600 BST)
4th Quarter-final: 9th October
Winner Pool A v Runner-up Pool B
(Lancaster Park Stadium, 0830 BST)
Rugby World Cup 2011 Semi final Matches:
1st Semi-final: 15th October
Winner QF1 v Winner QF2
(Eden Park, Auckland, 0900 BST)
2nd Semi-final: 16th October
Winner QF3 v Winner QF4
(Eden Park, Auckland, 0900 BST)
3rd Place Playoff: 21st October 2011
Loser SF1 v Loser SF2
(Eden Park, Auckland, 0830 BST)
Rugby World Cup 2011 Final:
Winner SF1 v Winner SF2
(Eden Park, Auckland, 0900 BST)
cheers Spud
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Last night at Old Albanians RFC, Saracens teamed up with ESPN to deliver an ESPN Masterclass in Coach Education.
The session was presented by Saracens coaches Alex Austerberry and Kevin Sorrell as well as ESPN ambassador Austin Healey.
The evening titled “development through game play for mini & junior players” was designed to enable coaches from clubs and schools to develop new drills and techniques to take back and teach to there members. With over 60 coaches from partner clubs and schools signed up, this event builds on the successful and award winning work of the community team last season.
After a quick brief in the club house, the coaches were swiftly sent out to the pitch to take part in specially designed drills and games specific to the tag and junior age groups. This included offloading, avoiding contact and utilising the width of a pitch effectively. Both Austin and Kevin joined in with the practical demonstrating they still had plenty of skill to offer and also provide a competitive edge for all those involved.
Throughout the session, the coaches were encouraged to ask questions as well as input their own ideas and coaching techniques. Kevin Sorrell after the session said “I know both myself and Austin enjoyed the evening immensely and by looking at the levels of energy and enthusiasm the coaches bought to the practical session, not only have they gone away with a number of ideas, but also had fun time in doing so!”
Coaches within the rugby community who have continually challenged and developed themselves by attending sessions such as the ESPN Masterclass, are encouraged to return to their clubs creating a positive impact on their players whilst raising the standard of rugby across our sporting community.
Saracens Community Department would like to thank ESPN for supporting not only the rugby community but also for the continued support to Premiership Rugby.
We now have in possession a signed ESPN rugby ball! and of course a couple of Masterclass T shirts to hand out, nearly had some bibs as well:)
cheers Spud
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I hope that you are all enjoying your summer holidays and are having a great rest from playing rugby.
Firstly, some of you may not know that I have been voted in as Mini’s Chairman at the AGM in July, a position that I am very proud to take on. It is at this point that I would like to thank Steve George for all the superb work he has done for the past four years. He was instrumental in setting up the mini section at Pinner Rugby Club and through his commitment and enthusiasm we have developed into a great family club who have begun to show the rugby world that we are a force to contend with.
Secondly, a huge thanks to all those who gave up their time to help out during the Rugby Force weekend, you did a fantastic job and your hard work will be very much appreciated by all members of the club.
The new season:
Training and registration starts on Sunday 4th September @ 9.45am. Please bring completed membership forms (included with this letter) and cheques/cash to hand into Jo. All membership taken out by 25th September will qualify for an ‘early bird’ free mouth guard – one more for them to chew on!
‘Club Get Together’ Saturday 27th August starting @ 1pm:
We would like as many players, current, new, ex players and supporters to come down and say hello for the new season. We will have fun touch rugby games between 1st team and Pelicans, youth and mini players/parents for an hour mixing up the teams etc, then watch Ireland v England with a BBQ and a few drinks.
Come down to the club to enjoy the day, catch up with your team mates as well as bringing your friends down to see how friendly our club is. It is an important day to meet up with everyone and see our squads for the new season ahead.
Pinner Rugby Club @ Pinner village Show 17th September 11am – 3pm:
We have arranged to have a stall at the annual Pinner Show to help to promote our club. Hopefully, dependent on numbers, we hope to have some demonstrations by mini/youth players, as well as a raffle prizes and ‘Beat the Bernie’ competition. We require some volunteers to help out on the day. The main aim of the day is to raise the profile of the club and hopefully get some more players to join our wonderful club – my primary aim as chairman this year.
‘Super Sarries Sunday’ 25th September:
As a Saracens RFC partner club we have been able to secure reduced ticket pricing and access to many of the opportunities that Saracens provide. On the final membership session members of Saracens RFC will be coming along to our club with the Aviva Premiership Cup, Saracens mascot and coaches/players from the club. There will be opportunities to meet them, hold the cup, have photographs taken as part of the ‘Pixel’ wall that they are producing as well as your own printed copies. It’s going to be a great morning and not to be missed. More information to follow…..
Now to the nitty gritty!
To try and reduce the number of emails and texts you get from Jo (I am sure you feel bombarded by them at times!!) please use the website for information regarding fixtures/events. This is updated almost daily during the season and hopefully is the first port of call to find out what is going on. Jo has a bulletin board which she has promised me she will use instead of constant emails/texts!! (still can’t see that happening!)
We have a mini section Facebook account which we hope you will join – this will enable to keep upto date with news etc and a place to voice your thought. Pinner RFC has a twitter account, again great place for important information; links to both are on the website www.pinnerrugby.com
We are also trailing/introducing Teamernet which will automatically text you fixture dates/changes, Jo will explain this to parents during membership times.
Following the success of the ‘Rag’ collection we are collecting old clothes and textiles, the idea is that we all collect bags of old clothes and textiles from our own homes, family and friends. Bring them into the rugby club over the next few weeks so we can amass a good weight in textiles, for which a Ragman will come and collect them and give us a nice cheque to go into the Tour account.
Mini Tour Bournemouth 14/15th April 2012:
Last season Pinner RFC Mini section embarked on its first rugby tour to Bognor, I along with many others thought this was fantastic success so we aim to be having another one this season – Paul Parker-Brice (now known as ‘Tour Manager’!) is arranging the tour ask him the question also info posted will be on website (shameless plug again!)
‘Old ‘n’ New bits’
Player of the week will continue for all home training/matches with an addition to present key tag, trophy and photo; I’m not going to divulge yet – it’s a secret
‘Bring a friend’ competition (as above, ssshhhh as secret)
Mini Section 2010-11 Season book still available link on website
Parents: if you have your own business and would like a link put onto the website contact me for information
I hope to see you soon and along with the teams in the 2011 Rugby World cup I am looking forward to a great season of rugby, fun and friendship.
Cheers
Spud
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Bad weather has not dampened the spirit and enthusiasm for the youngsters attending the Socious Rugby Camp at Pinner RFC this week. They have endured a lot of rain, sun and a little bit of cloud cover whilst fine tuning their rugby skills. Over thirty players ranging from under 8s to under 15s have been taking part in a variety of rugby activities from tackling, ball handling and throwing skills. The coaches; Tom, Gordon and ‘H’ have got them working drills, learning new skills and developing those which they already have.
Those who will be playing TAG this season have been working on a program designed to develop the core skills and build confidence.
The slightly older children have worked on starting contact rugby, starting with the basics and moving on to the more advanced sessions as the week progressed
Players from the under 13s and under 15s youth sides have worked particularly hard on position specific, game sense, team tactics and appropriate skills such as rucking and mauling.
There has been so much activity this week, it’s been difficult to keep up; all youngsters have been involved in rugby games such as rugby tennis, dodge ball, rabbit run and a whole lot more that don’t have names!
Then of course there have been the core fitness sessions – these have been feared as the week has gone on; but as the coaches pointed out, if the youngsters do these for five minutes every day it will make great improvements in their fitness. The one that stood out the most was the ‘Plank’ – looked very painful to the observer! Callum George outlasting everyone; lasting 5mins 45 seconds!
All the youngsters have really enjoyed learning the Haka, taught by ‘H’ and they will perform this for the parents during the final day presentations on Friday, I hope they have learnt to stick their tongues out! A video of the youngsters performing the Haka will be uploaded after they have performed it, in the meantime here are a couple of examples of different Haka War Dances (the Lego one is cool!). Please click on image below to follow link
Click on the image below to watch the Rugby Camp players perform their Haka (youtube)
When the sun made a sneaky appearance on Thursday afternoon, it allowed the youngsters to dry off in time for the celebration BBQ and time to relax with coaches, club members, parents and newly made friends; a great way to finish off a day of hard rugby.
The youngsters will be presented with certificates and mouth guards during the final afternoon during the presentation ceremony.
There are a few photos taken during the week (they are password protected, if you didn’t get the password email Jo – jotalbot2002@yahoo.co.uk for the password)
A big thank you to members of Pinner Rugby Club for their support this week, who, without them the Rugby Camp would not have happened. To all the parents who delivered and picked up their children, they will tell how good it has been.
A special mention goes to Brad (#2 winger) and ‘Minty’ who along with Spud (aka #1 winger) have worked tirelessly this week to convert a cupboard into the new club shop, which will, hopefully, make purchasing club/rugby attire a lot easier.
N.B. reminder that this Saturday 27th August sees the ‘Club get together’ with touch rugby, BBQ, live international rugby – Ireland v England and a fully stocked bar. Also we will be holding a Raffle on Saturday; the winner will receive a Family Ticket to a Saracens Game at Wembley. Family ticket is for 10 persons.
Cheers
Spud
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Dear Rugby aficionados and friends of Pinner Rugby Club
It’s been four long years since Mark Cueto scored that try but the RWC is once again upon us!
Can the All Blacks win on home soil like they did in1987 or will they choke again? Will the Aussies find a front 5 to match their brilliant back division? Do the ageing Springboks fancy their chances again?
In short yes and what of England? The final last time and winners in 2003 but do we have players who can produce the unexpected or is it Rugby by numbers?
At least some of our players can stay with their parents rather than use the team hotel!
What of the French and the rest of the home unions?
Frankly who cares but we know France always upset someone, who will it be this time?
After a number of seasons honing your skills in the 6 nations it is time to put your knowledge to the test on the biggest stage of all. I have set up an online tipping competition.
So if you think you’ve got what it takes to claim the top prize follow the details below …
If you think anyone else would be interested – other club members, friends, work colleagues or if you think I have missed someone please feel free to let them know.
The more who enter the bigger the prize and the more money for Pinner Rugby Club.
Good luck, happy ‘punting’… and if England make it has anyone got a ticket for the final ?
COMPETITION: Rugby World Cup 2011
START DATE: Fri 9th September 2011 – also deadline for entries.
COST: £20
PRIZE MONEY: 1st 50%, 2nd 25% and 25% to Pinner Rugby Club,
HOW TO ENTER:
Log onto http://www.sportguru.co.uk/ click on the “Register Now” button, then the “Rugby World Cup” button and fill in your details (they don’t ask for many but for those older players please follow the instructions!).
Once you have done this, search for the pool called “Pinner Rugby Club” and apply to join pool. Once I have accepted you into the pool you will be free to enter your tips by following the instructions.
Payment of the entry fee will need to be made before the start of the competition; I will email tipsters again once the competition has started with instructions on how to make payment.
RULES:
Each ‘punter’ must submit their picks and margin before the deadline stipulated on the Sportsguru website. You can only enter your tips once so make sure you are certain of your tips before entering them as you cannot amend them afterwards!
There are 7 preliminary rounds, followed by the quarter finals, semi finals and then the final. You will receive points for correctly tipping the result of the game and also bonus points if you are within 5 points on your margin.
There will also be bonus points and grand slam points awarded, check out the “Scoring System” tab for more information on how the comp will be scored.
If you forget to put your tips in for a game you will be given the default tip by sports guru, check out the “Defaults” tab for more info on this.
The person with the highest number of points at the end of the competition takes the top prize, the runner up will also receive some prize money and importantly the club will get the rest.
Good Luck and please pass on
