This course is being held at Bodmin RFC on Sunday 9th July. If you book up to 4 weeks prior to the course then it’s free.
Booking will need to be done via GMS, see course requirements.
England Rugby Mentoring Award
RFU Community Game Update 19th April
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| 1. ACTION REQUIRED Summer Activity Framework 2022 – Now Available! After positive feedback last year, an RFU Summer Activity Framework will again replace the normal age-grade out of season regulations for this summer. The 2022 version is a hybrid of the usual regulations and 2021 Summer Framework. We hope this helps to continue to address the impact the pandemic has had on player activity, retention and safety. Girls Age Bandings Implementation – Under 11s Clarification A reminder of the new U12, U14, U16 and U18 girls’ age bands and clarification of the options available for U11’s next season. Applications For 2022-23 Women’s Leagues & Allianz Inner Warrior Series A reminder that the application for entry into the 2022-23 RFU women’s league structure and the Allianz Inner Warrior Series is open. All new and existing teams are invited to complete the online entry form to confirm they wish to participate in the 2022-23 competition. Deadline for entries is Sunday 24 April. Reminder Of Payment Of Players – Regulation 7 The 2022 Payment of Players declaration closes on 30 June 2022. It is mandatory for clubs whose men’s first XV team play at Level 3 to Level 7 to complete this declaration in order to remain eligible for RFU Benefits. 2. ACTION IF OF INTEREST Free Introduction To Rugby Training Courses – Summer 2022 A nationwide summer training programme of FREE introduction to rugby courses has been launched. Funded by England Schools RFU and England Colleges RFU, 60 courses based on Kids First Contact courses will run across the country in May and June. 3. FOR AWARENESS Game Management System (GMS) Review And Future Platform For Rugby Recommendations Full review recommendations from Deloitte are available to read online. To increase two-way communication, we are also creating five new Platform for Rugby user groups who will be instrumental in continuing to help us understand the game’s priorities for the system. Expression of interest form included online. Read Online |
Back in the Game Update 5th April.
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| 1. ACTION REQUIRED There are no actions required from the game this week. 2. ACTION IF OF INTEREST Supplemental Pot: Club Support Fund 2021/2022 During the 21/22 season, the Supplemental Pot ticket fund was suspended due to the pandemic and £400,000 was allocated from the Community Game budget for a needs-based Club Support Fund (CSF). The purpose of this fund is to support those clubs that are significantly affected by the non-payment of the Supplemental Pot. Eligibility info and claim form here. Reminder of May Deadline For International Ticketing Allocation The deadline of 20 May is fast approaching for clubs to enter their non RFU league fixtures in the Game Management System. By doing adding your 15 a side fixtures played, will help your indicative allocation sent out later this summer. Top Tips To Tackle Rising Energy Costs With energy prices on the rise, here are some top tips on how to keep your clubs’ bills down. Book A Pitch Advisor Visit Via Honda Rugby Grounds Connected There is still time for clubs to book a pitch advisor visit. Fill in the short form. 3. FOR AWARENESS New Back in The Game Content Available New content as part of our ‘Back in the Game’ campaign is available here and more will drop tomorrow. |
Valued Volunteer Daubroy Delahunty get’s honoured at Twickenham
Honda Volunteer of the Year Award, Wadebridge Camel’s Daubroy Delahunty shares his day at Twickenham
Volunteers are one of the most valuable assets within the rugby community. Often offering time, effort, experience, and support to continue the community game. The Honda Volunteer of the year award helps thank those who dedicate their time and effort to the continuation of the sport. Rugby union has a long and proud tradition of thanking volunteers. Encouraging these traditions at clubs and Constituent Bodies helps maintain the ethos of the game we love. Ahead of the Guinness Six Nations home fixtures, each Constituent Body is invited to nominate a volunteer to attend an England home fixture with a guest of their choice.
The day started with a welcome and a guided tour around the rugby museum. After having ago at the various interactive activities and showcasing my vertical jump or lack thereof, we continued with a pitchside tour, visited the coach’s area and royal seating and were met by the RFU president, who thanked the collective for their continued work within the community.
After visiting the president’s lounge and pre-lunch introductions, we had a lovely three-course meal that Alan Milliner, RFU council member, hosted. I was lucky enough to be invited to welcome the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge into Twickenham along with three other people. After grabbing a quick pint, we arrived just in time for the kick-off to watch the game.
After the final whistle, we meet up again with Alan to discuss the game and experience the Fan Zone and debrief on the game as you often do. After listening to live music, we departed to the Twickenham Marriot.
The work volunteers do isn’t for the plaudits or recognition it’s simply because the individual is passionate to help put back into the game that has helped develop them.
Being invited to HQ to participate in the Honda Volunteer of the year award scheme was a humbling experience. I appreciate there are so many outstanding volunteers out there who I was representing from fellow volunteers at Wadebridge and across the county.
The effort and attention to detail those at the RFU put into the day were incredible, from the hotel to the schedule nothing was left to chance. The other volunteers and myself were thoroughly catered to and looked after. I must also thank Alan and Max for their hospitality and generosity throughout the day.
Being able to represent CRFU at the home of English Rugby and to welcome royalty is something I will always treasure.
I would encourage every club to take this opportunity to nominate and put people forward for a once in a lifetime opportunity.
Clubs International Ticket Allocation
No doubt clubs will have noted the latest Community Game Update, for ease of reference it is re-printed below;
International Ticketing Allocation Reminder
890 clubs to date have been entering fixtures that are not RFU Competitions into the Game Management System to help with indicative Guinness Six Nations ticket allocation. We would encourage clubs to enter theirs so they don’t miss out.
So remember to include your Kernow League fixtures, Cup fixtures and other games you intend to play to increase your club’s allocation for next season.
Community Game Update 22 March
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| 1. ACTION REQUIRED There are no actions required in this community game update 2. ACTION IF OF INTEREST Reminder of Girls Age Banding Changes 2022-2023 With the changes to girls age banding for 2022/2023, we will be releasing resources over the next few months to help clubs prepare for the changes. This update includes volunteer toolkits and ways to get new players to the game through The Touch Union. World Cup winner Mike Tindall tells us why he got ‘Back in the Game’ Mike Tindall encourages players to get Back in the Game and enjoy the social, mental and physical benefits that rugby has brought him. Also included are resources to promote at your club, influencer and ex-player support. International Ticketing Allocation Reminder 890 clubs to date have been entering fixtures that are not RFU Competitions into the Game Management System to help with indicative Guinness Six Nations ticket allocation. We would encourage clubs to enter theirs so they don’t miss out. Employment in a sports club – webinar A free webinar from Irwin Mitchell on how to deal with employment issues in a sports club. This will help anyone dealing with tackling discipline, grievances, termination and more. 3. FOR AWARENESS The Touch Union is officially here! 150 clubs have already signed up to our new non-contact format, The Touch Union, and in doing so have received a free kick starter pack. Sign up now to get started and get yours! Help with training reports and verification emails – videos We have two videos we hope will help clubs start planning for next season. The first is how to access training reports, showing who in the club has qualifications. The second is how to send bulk emails via GMS to members, asking to verify email addresses. Legislative changes impacting the use of red diesel From 1 April 2022, rebated diesel (known as red diesel) and rebated biofuels will no longer be allowed to be used as they are currently. Find out who can use red diesel and what to do if you need to. |
Community Game Update 1st March
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| Championship strategic review It has been agreed that further consultation on proposals to help support Championship clubs can be undertaken in the coming months to consider the viability of an additional cup competition between Premiership and Championship clubs running alongside a 12 team Championship league in 23/24. Adult player affiliation Annual sign-up (affiliation) is already in place in the age-grade game and later this year council will consider when is the right time to roll out affiliation to the adult game. 100 player registration limit Approval has been given for the removal of the 100-player registration limit at Level 3 and below (set out in RFU Regulation 14). Back in the Game Further promotion of Back in the Game continues with a special episode from The Good, The Bad and The Rugby. Also, there’s content from The Rugby Trainer where he gives his top tips to help people to get back playing rugby. |
Community Game Update 22nd February
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| 1. ACTION REQUIRED ‘Back in the Game’ starts this weekend A national campaign to get social players Back in the Game kicks off this weekend. England v Wales will see special guests promoting it and activity carrying on into the following week across all forms of media. 2. ACTION IF OF INTEREST Final chance to nominate your Honda Volunteer of the Year With the deadline less than a week away, 28 February, this is the final chance to nominate those incredible volunteers who have helped and given so much to rugby over the past 12 months. Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) Watch the England Men’s Team undertake training to highlight the importance of knowing CPR and the use of an AED. Also find out how to access funding to pay for an AED. Become part of the National Youth Council Final applications for the National Youth Council are being taken. If you are aged 18-24 and would like to be involved in helping shape the future of rugby then apply now. England Rugby supporting the Help Us Help You Cervical Screening campaign Red Roses players Vicky Fleetwood and Lydia Thompson share their motivations for attending their screening in a short video. They encourage the whole women’s rugby community through this message to get screened as two women die every day from cervical cancer. 3. FOR AWARENESS Payment of Player declaration opens in GMS on 1 March Payment of players declaration is to be submitted between 1 March and 30 June 2022. Join us for a webinar on 8 March to help guide clubs through what will be needed. Club Support Help Portal A reminder the new club support help portal, designed to make it quicker and easier for you to get the answers. Including testimonials from club members who have used and tested the page. |
Community Game Update 8th February
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| 1. ACTION REQUIRED Regulation Reminder – Half Game Rule, Tours, Young Match Officials As we head into the final part of the season, a reminder that clubs must have Constituent Body approval before touring or hosting tours. Also, reminders about the half game rule for age grade teams and support required for Young Match Officials. 2. ACTION IF OF INTEREST Back In The Game – Player Focus Catch up on our ‘Back in the Game’ webinar explaining how to get involved in the campaign over the next few weeks, and hear more about how flexible playing offers can help keep games on. Webinars & workshops A round-up of the latest webinars and workshops to support clubs, including information ahead of The Touch Union’s official launch next month. 2024 Guinness Six Nations Ticket Allocation Update A reminder for clubs to update their fixtures and record results in the GMS system for all club games. By doing this, it will help with the indicative allocation assigned to clubs this summer for the 2024 Guinness Six Nations. 3. FOR AWARENESS Speak Up For Rugby’s Core Values Promoting the core values of the game and how to report any unacceptable behaviour via the RFU’s Speak Up channels. Video: Top Tips To Keep Your Game On A reminder of how clubs and CBs have been successful in getting matches played via a mixture of approaches including Game On principles, flexible competitions and player/fixture exchanges. News including LGBT+ history month, Young Match Officials, National Youth Council Read about Nathan Power, 16, who combines playing and refereeing. Lancashire’s Typhoons RUFC receives National Diversity Award. A chance for young people to join the National Youth Council and make and impact. |
Principles of the Lineout Courses, venues Penzance, Launceston & Falmouth
One course venue will be down at the Mennaye on the 6th April, whilst another venue that might appeal to those in the East of Cornwall is at Ivybridge RFC 7th March. To book click on the link
Hot off the press. There are now courses at Launceston RC on the 24th March and 20th April at Falmouth RFC.
