| COMMUNITY GAME UPDATE TUESDAY 14 NOVEMBER 2023 READ ONLINE > |
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| 1. ACTION REQUIRED Age Grade Registration – Beat the 45 day deadline! With over 155,000 Age Grade players registered, it’s been a great start to the season. However, with the season starting in September, most unregistered Age-Grade players are now beyond the 45 day deadline and their club is now operating outside of the regulations. Access help with registration and discover incentives in this piece. Don’t forget to enter the Papa Johns Men’s Community Cup! The entry window for any 1st team playing in RFU Leagues from Regional 1 down to Counties 5 closes on 24 November – don’t miss your chance for cup glory and enter your team now! |
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| 2. ACTION IF OF INTEREST Volunteer Recruitment Project Applications are now open for a £500 grant to support the recruitment of more volunteers. Read more and find out how to apply. Boost your social media with #PlayTogetherStayTogether We’re giving community clubs the chance to win a Digital Promotional Pack to help you get more players back on the pitch. Find out how to enter the competition in this section. Regulation 7 Review – share your feedback! A review group has been set up to review the Payment Regulations. This group will look at the regulations themselves as well as the Payment Thresholds for each league, currently set out in RFU Regulation 7. Give your thoughts on the process through a short survey in this section. Upcoming Club Support Webinars The RFU Club Support team have a number of upcoming webinars to support clubs across a huge range of topics. Find out more information about each webinar and sign up! Have you used the Club Health Check yet? As part of our wider ‘Flourishing Rugby Communities’ strategy to help clubs ensure they are healthy both now and in the future, we have created an online self-assessment health check tool. Discover more and access the tool. |
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| 3. FOR AWARENESS Thank you from the RFU Safeguarding team! A huge thank you from the RFU Safeguarding Team to all clubs that were required to complete the annual Club Safeguarding Audit by the deadline. For more information and any questions, visit this section. Community News – monthly round up In case you missed them, check out some of the top community rugby stories over the last month from the England Rugby website. READ ONLINE > |
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Merrill Clymo – R.I.P. – Funeral Details
It is with great sadness that Cornwall RFU were informed of the passing of Merrill Clymo yesterday.
CRFU President, Andy Reed, and all the Officers on the committee wish to express their sincerest condolences to Merrill’s family, friends and to his club Camborne RFC.
The following statement was released by Camborne RFC last evening;
Respected Former Cherry & White Player & Administrator passes away
On behalf of the Club, it is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Life Member Merrill Clymo at the age of 90.
Merrill was a stalwart member of Camborne RFC to whom he gave many decades of service as player, selector, committee man, Hon Secretary and Chairman.
He was also a great servant of the Cornwall RFU as Camborne’s representative on its committees for many years. He served as the Cornwall RFU Chairman from 1989 -1992 and was afforded the honour of Life Membership on his retirement.
Funeral arrangements, Camborne Parish Church, 1 pm on Friday 15 December. Afterwards at Camborne RFC.
Sincere condolences to Merrill’s children Sally and Robert & the wider family.
Bill Hussey
President
Camborne RFC
Carl Price – R.I.P.
It was with great sadness that the CRFU learned this week of the passing of Truro RFC Chairman Carl Price.
The President of the CRFU, Andy Reed and all members of the CRFU wish to convey their sincerest condolences to Carl’s family and friends.
Please see the funeral details below.
Carl Anthony (Carlos) PRICE – On Tuesday 31st October 2023 Carlos passed away peacefully at Treliske Hospital aged 55 years. Beloved husband of Michelle, proud dad of Megan and Callum, loving son of Brenda and Paul and will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service 11.00 am, Monday 4th December 2023,Truro Cathedral, followed by Private Cremation. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Carl for Cancer Research UK may be made via memorygiving.com or by retiring collection. Club attire or dress as you wish. Funeral director W J Beswetherick and Son Ltd, Central House, Fairmantle Street, Truro TR1 2EQ Tel 01872 274021
Peter Michell – R.I.P. – funeral details
Cornwall RFU are saddened to learn of the passing of our former President Peter Michell. Peter who was aged 90 served as President between 2003-06.
A formidable scrum-half in his playing days, Peter’s club was Penzance & Newlyn for whom he played 507 times. He also played for the Army and got his Inter-Services cap.
He first played for Cornwall in 1953 against Gloucestershire at Redruth and went on to play for Cornwall on 60 occasions. Highlight was undoubtedly the county final in 1958 when Cornwall lost to Warwickshire at Coventry.
He also captained South West Counties against the 1960 Springboks at Camborne and in 1964 partnered his cousin Richard Sharp again for South West Counties against the All Blacks at Exeter.
He was also involved for many years with the Playing Fields Association.
The President of the CRFU, Andy Reed and all officials wish to express their sincerest condolences to Peter’s family and friends.
Funeral details;
Friday 10th November at 12:30 pm at Madron Church
Burial at Penzance Cemetery and the wake is to be held at Queen’s Hotel, Penzance.
Volunteer recruiting programme, funding applications open
We know that recruiting new volunteers can sometimes be a challenge. Taking the time to develop a recruitment plan can help ensure you have plenty of people willing to help run the club moving forwards.
Volunteer Recruitment Programme: Funding applications open
The Volunteer Recruitment Programme will support grassroots clubs across England to recruit more volunteers,. The programme will give access to a range of resources from online learning through to recruitment guides, as well as the opportunity to apply for a support package of £500.
As part of the project, clubs will be required to deliver a volunteer recruitment activity, such as a volunteer open evening, targeted marketing and communications, or a volunteer work party, and consider the longer-term support on offer to volunteers.
Applications close Friday 24th November 2023 at 17:00.
Head Coach U18/17s Boys Team
Cornwall RFU are looking for a Head Coach for the U18/17’s county team to develop the players for their onward journey to the U20’s and beyond. This is a voluntary role, but the rewards come in the success of those players who eventually go on to represent their county in the senior team.
The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate the requirement’s listed below.
• Complete the RFU Headcase online learning and Play it Safe workshop before or upon appointment
• A current RFU DBS certificate will be required once appointed.
• Hold a minimum of an RFU Level 2 Coaching Qualification or its equivalent and has played to a good standard.
• Demonstrates a track record of personal coach development.
• Articulates and delivers a clear playing and coaching philosophy that is in accordance with the objectives of the programme.
• Self-motivated, committed and enthusiastic about coaching rugby union.
• Has significant experience of coaching young adults at club, college and CB level.
• Is strongly biased towards a Player Centred in approach to coaching.
• Creates an environment that balances player development with team performance.
• Is able to lead & manage people.
• Is able to deliver sound coaching processes relative to the programme.
• Has a sound understanding of the RFU performance pathway for players.
• Sets high standards of personal accountability, reliability and responsibility for the players and assistant coaches.
• Is able to work effectively with other members of the U18s Divisional Management Team.
If you believe you fit the criteria, please contact Paul Howard, Team Manager via email to pjhpfl@live.co.uk
Ann Williams – R.I.P.
Wife of former County Secretary and Club Secretary passes away.
CRFU President Andy Reed, the Management Board members and everyone connected with the CRFU wish to express their condolences and sympathies to Terry and all the family at this time.
On behalf of Camborne RFC, it is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs Ann Williams, beloved wife of Terry Williams, former Secretary of the Cornwall RFU and Camborne RFC.
Ann passed peacefully on Saturday, October 7th and the funeral will take place on Wednesday, October 25th, 2023 at 1.00pm at the Treswithian Downs Crematorium, West Camborne.
The funeral service will be followed by a wake at the Camborne RFC Clubhouse to which all attendees are cordially invited.
Our sincerest condolences are expressed to Terry and all his family and friends.
Bill Hussey
President Camborne RFC
Sireli Matavesi – R.I.P. – Funeral Details
The President of CRFU, Andy Reed and all Management Board members wish to express their sincerest condolences to Josh, Sam and Joel Matavesi and the family, on the passing of their father, former Cornwall & Camborne player Sireli Matavesi.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Funeral details are as follows;
Friday 3rd November 11 am at Camborne Wesley Methodist Chapel, Wesley Street, Camborne , TR14 8EG.
A large congregation of mourners is anticipated, so allow plenty of time.
Dress code, club blazers or black attire.
Following the service a wake will be held at Camborne RFC.
CRFU Financial AGM & Clubs Forum – Notice
Financial AGM will be held on Wed 25th Oct @ Camborne RFC, starting at 7pm.
The AGM will be followed by Clubs Forum, which will cover the topic of ‘RugbySafe.
Jane Bell
CRFU Hon. Secretary
RFU Community Game Update October 2023
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| 1.ACTION REQUIRED Community Rugby Support Fund 2023/24 The Community Rugby Support Fund for 2023/24 is now live! The purpose of this fund is to support voting member clubs, CBs and referee societies who are in greatest financial need and the window to make a claim closes on 7 November. Love Rugby – our new campaign for girls rugby Love Rugby is a new campaign to give girls a voice and raise visibility that rugby union is a game where girls belong. Find out more about the campaign. #PlayTogetherStayTogether – 2023/24 Season Play Together, Stay Together is back for the new season and we want you to get involved! Remind yourself of the campaign goals and find out how to get involved in this section. 135K and counting! Keep registering your Age Grade players Over 135,000 Age Grade players are now registered for 2023/24 – an increase of 35,000 since the last Community Game Update! Check out the support on offer to help get your players registered! 2. ACTION IF OF INTEREST Have your say on the next steps of Adult Registration Ahead of the start of Adult Registration next season, the RFU is seeking the views of players and those involved in player/team selection on the proposed next steps in the implementation of Adult Registration. Inclusion & Diversity Survey, Toolkit & Policy Guidance Check out the latest Inclusion & Diversity updates, including taking part in a survey, a new I&D toolkit to help the community game and more guidance on the Gender Participation Policy. Reduce your club’s running costs with the RFU Buying Group The RFU Buying Group is a service to support RFU Clubs in significantly reducing their running costs and helping your club to access the best value services from a broad range of approved suppliers. Find out more in this piece. Upcoming Club Support Webinars The RFU Club Support team have a number of upcoming webinars to support clubs across a huge range of topics. Find out more information about each webinar and sign up! Have you used the Club Health Check yet? As part of our wider ‘Flourishing Rugby Communities’ strategy to help clubs ensure they are healthy both now and in the future, we have created an online self-assessment health check tool. Discover more and access the tool. 3. FOR AWARENESS RFU Pregnancy and Match Official Guidance This guidance document outlines points to consider in relation to match officials who are pregnant or have recently given birth. Removing barriers to match officiating benefits the whole game – check out the guidance now. GMS – Email verification & inputting fixtures With the season underway, it’s a great time to make sure that individuals have a unique, verified email address on GMS and that your fixtures are being inputted on the system. Player Welfare resources Read the latest updates from the RugbySafe programme, from the updated HEADCASE toolkit to the case studies recently covered in the media. DBS Update Service All staff and volunteers that require a DBS check will now be prompted to join the DBS Update Service. Find out more about the process and how it works in this section. Community News – monthly round up In case you missed them, check out some of the top community rugby stories over the last month from the England Rugby website. Read Online |
