By all accounts a great weekend across the Duchy with lots of stuff done!
Great little video by Kevin Bishop and Falmouth RFC sums up the weekend
CRFU launch Project Trelawny
Over the past few months the CRFU have been exploring ways of getting our game back on it’s feet having suffered the double blow of the continuing covid-19 pandemic allied with the deep cuts to community rugby imposed by the RFU.
It has become increasingly clear that the way forward has to come from within, from both the county CB and our clubs working together to deliver the game to the rugby community and to see it thrive going forward.
To meet this aim the CRFU are delighted to launch Project Trelawny, it is very much hoped that all our Cornish clubs will buy into this project for the benefit of One & All!
Commending the project CRFU Chairman Dave Saunter said. “During these difficult times, the CRFU management board have been busy strengthening the support we give to clubs, this has developed into Project Trelawny. The RFU have their own issues involving finance and man-power, our belief is that more will be devolved to the Counties, and we are preparing for this.
“The support we offer will be increased and enhanced, this started with Legionnaires testing and will continue. All clubs will be clustered into groups of 4 with support of 2 management board members, helping to direct clubs to appropriate solutions.
All clubs have been contacted advising them of Project Trelawny and inviting them to an initial meeting with their cluster “buddies” and appointed Management Board reps.
Saunter added. “I look forward to seeing and working with you all soon.”
Saunter’s messaged was endorsed by the CRFU President John Sumnall. “We recommend this project to all clubs as it will provide a clear and local pathway to the return to playing rugby. Competitive rugby may not have begun but Project Trelawny enables the clubs to begin preparing for that day and the CRFU Management Board Members look forward to assisting.
With clubs having been sent the plan document for perusal the President looked forward to an early response from the clubs. “The outline of the concept and areas of activity has been circulated to all our clubs for consideration and CRFU Management board personnel are ready and available to assist clubs in any way possible. In the first instance they should address any comments or questions to the Management Board members allocated to their cluster.”
Rugby Groundsmen Connected Webinar
| Webinar – Your Pitch Maintenance Programme – Thursday, June 18th – 7-8pm This will provide tips, advice and guidance on pitch maintenance at your club. The webinar will be the first of a series of Rugby Groundsmen Connected support sessions and it will focus on reviewing what clubs do now, the day to day tasks that clubs need to do and how they fit into a typical renovation programme. We will look at questions such as…. · Does your club have an annual pitch maintenance programme? · How often do you scarify, seed, feed, fertilize, aerate and sand your pitches? · Was your spring renovation programme impacted by Covid-19 and what can you do now to get ready for rugby restarting? How we look after our pitches is vital to maximise and increase pitch capacity, whether you have years of experience or have just taken over the upkeep of your club pitches, this webinar is for you. Please register here Best wishes, Jon Bendle (Area Facilities Manager) |
Exeter Chiefs Supporters Club Small Grants Scheme
At the beginning of 2017/18 Rugby Union season the Exeter Chiefs Supporters Club introduced a ‘Small Grants Scheme’ to support our aim of providing financial and practical support of up to £500.00p to deserving causes connected to the sport of Rugby Union and especially to Youth Development. Details of this scheme and how to apply are on our website www.chiefssupportersclub.co.uk
In the first year of its introduction we received ten applications for grants. Of these ten, six were successful, two deferred to a later date due to possible Insurance claims, and two refused by the committee as not being within our remit. The successful applicants were as follows:
Club. Amount.
North Taunton RFC Junior Section for kit. £500
Torquay Athletic U11’s for new tackle and ruck bags. £200
Crediton RFC Ladies Section for training equipment. £500
Exeter Saracens Junior Section towards a Defibrillator. £500
Paignton RFC Youth Section for training equipment. £500
Bodmin Junior Rugby for training equipment. £500
For the season 2018/19 the Exeter Chiefs Supporters Club Committee agreed to set aside a further £3000.00p for the Small Grants Scheme. To date they have agreed to grant applications from the following clubs:
Club Amount.
Crediton RFC U9’s to Colts and 3 girls teams for training kit. £500
Teignmouth RFC Under 15’s for tackle shields and bags. £500
Torquay RFC U12’s for tackle shields. £300
Teignmouth RFC Colts for upgrading tackle kit. £500
Devonport Services RFC Senior and U18’s Ladies section for kit. £500
So far in the 2019/2020 season (as of 16/10/19) we have agreed to grants to the following clubs:
Club Amount
Salcombe RFC for new tackle bags £250
Ilfracombe RFC Youth Section for new tackle mats and bags £500
Crediton RFC 11 x Junior and Girls teams for updated 1st Aid Kits £400
Exeter Athletics girls U13 for new training equipment packages £500
Paignton RFC Youth for junior tackle shields and Respect barrier kit £400
Exeter Athletics under 11’s for body pads and speed and agility kit £400
Exmouth RFC Junior Club for British Standard Compliant First-Aid kits £450
Please go to our website and choose the section on Grants Scheme where you will find details on how to apply which you can send to me for consideration by the Committee.
Enjoy your rugby
Paul Curgenven (Hon Secretary)
Mitsubishi Volunteer of the Year Awards 2020
Please find below links for clubs to nominate their Volunteers for this year’s awards. Nominations close on Sunday 23rd February 2020.
How to nominate your Volunteer
Mitsubishi Volunteer of the Year 2020 Nomination form on-line
