Adult Male Future Competition Structure |
(English Clubs Championship) We are now able to share the most significant changes in 30 years to the Adult Male Competition Structure. There are new league structures for 2022/2023 as well as the introduction of our exciting new cup competition that will take place at the end of the season. The positive changes will deliver: • reduced travel time and distance for the majority • more localised matches • new Cup competition to begin in March 2023 These changes have been designed following feedback from clubs and players responding to their needs and changes in society. The changes are intended to reboot and re-energise community rugby, improving player retention and attracting new players to the adult men’s game. All the information you need to help you prepare for the upcoming season and beyond is below, as well as a reminder of why the changes are being made, which can be found by clicking on the read online button. |
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Community Game Update 17th May
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Rugby World Cup 2025 coming to England England will host Rugby World Cup 2025! Here we begin to look at the RWC2025 Legacy programme and how it will grow the women’s and girls’ game across the country. 1. ACTION REQUIRED Age Grade Cup Entry On 10 June 2022, we will release the entry criteria and application process for the 2022/23 season’s age grade club cups. Before then, we are asking clubs to ensure roles in GMS are up-to-date, with the correctly named person and their current email address for roles listed within this communication. Age Grade Summer Activity Guide 2022 The age grade rugby framework is now in effect. This replaces the normal age-grade out of season regulations for this summer, 2022. Click Read Online above for more information. 2. ACTION IF OF INTEREST Save the Date 17/18 September – Pitch Up For Rugby 2022/23 Our ‘Pitch Up For Rugby’ campaign will return for 2022/2023 with a particular focus on the transition of age-grade players to adult rugby. Please share the ‘Save the Date’ included within this communication with your rugby community. 19 May deadline for GMS User Group interest & 23 May for Support Trainers Nearly 200 people have expressed an interest in joining the new User Groups to help support the future Platform for Rugby. There is still a chance to apply ahead of 19 May. We are also looking for GMS Support Trainers ahead of the new season to support clubs. Age Grade Affiliation & GMS Support Webinars Ahead of the new season, we will be running a GMS Summer Series webinar programme to support volunteers. You can find out when and how to register within this online communication. International Ticketing A reminder that Friday 20 May is the deadline for entering all 2021-2022 matches to ensure they count in the indicative International ticketing allocations. The actual allocations will be finalised once the results from the 2022-2023 season have been collected. 3. FOR AWARENESS Future Competition Structure – Leagues for 2022/2023 Next week, clubs will receive information on the new RFU leagues structure as well as details on a new cup competition for levels 5 and below. Last chance to become part of the National Youth Council Monday 23 May will see the application period close for this year’s National Youth Council. Please share this opportunity with 18-24-year-olds who you feel would like to influence the future of rugby. Volunteers’ Week & UK Coaching Week 2022 As part of Volunteers’ Week between 1 June and 7 June we will be providing templates for clubs to use to thank those in their clubs for their many contributions. Another date for your diary is UK Coaching Week which runs between 6 – 12 June. Read Online |
National Youth Council Applications
I just wanted to let you know that National Youth Council applications are open again (for the final time this season –and we are looking to recruit another 3 new members), with applications closing on Monday 23rd May (midday)
I just wanted to flag, should you be able to promote and/or if there is anyone between 18-24 that you think may be interested in applying then please do share this information with them. The opportunity will also be promoted in Community Game Update tomorrow.
Further information and the application form for the National Youth Council can be found here (and shared on our Twitter Channel here should it be easier to re-share on your twitter channel).
Honda Volunteer of the Year Award Presentations at Redruth R.F.C.
On the occasion of the county game at Redruth on Saturday against Hampshire. Cornwall RFU made it’s presentations to the winners from Cornwall in this year’s Honda Volunteer of the Year Awards.
The overall winner from Cornwall was Paul Duval from Helston RFC. Paul has been a lynch-pin at Helston over many seasons and has recently got the Womens and Girls section of the club up and running. Paul will be heading off to Twickenham for a black-tie dinner later in the year.
Community Game Update 3rd May
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1. ACTION REQUIRED Age Grade Summer Activity Guide 2022 – From 3 May A reminder to all involved in age grade rugby that an RFU Summer Activity Framework again replaces the normal age-grade out of season regulations for this summer, 2022. Click Read Online above for more information. We hope this helps to continue to address the impact the pandemic has had on player activity, retention and safety. 2. ACTION IF OF INTEREST Platform for Rugby User Groups & GMS Update We are keen to increase the number of players and parents, coaches and match officials joining their relevant Platform for Rugby user group. Details are included online, alongside information on GMS Support Trainer Recruitment. Age Grade Affiliation & Support Webinar 19 May As clubs have told us they need more time to prepare ahead of the new season, players will become de-affiliated on 1 July 2022 and players will be able to be re-affiliated from this date. All new affiliations will also be able to be submitted for club approval from 1 July 2022. More details included on webinar to support this process. FREE Introduction To Rugby Training Courses – Summer 2022 – BOOKING NOW OPEN! We have listened carefully to schools, colleges and universities about the high demand to have rugby trained teachers and coaches across the education sector, and a nationwide summer training programme of FREE introduction to rugby courses has been launched. Save the Date 17/18 September – Pitch Up For Rugby 2022/23 To give volunteers time to plan ahead, we’re sharing a ‘Save the Date’ for next season’s ‘Pitch Up For Rugby’ events. The theme for next season is supporting clubs to transition age grade players into adult rugby + engaging 16-22-year-olds. 3. FOR AWARENESS Bill Sweeney – recuperating well Thank you to all members of the rugby community who have shared kind wishes for RFU CEO, Bill Sweeney, who is being treated for pulmonary embolism. Bill is expected to make a full recovery and return to work, he is in good spirits and is being well looked after. Bill would also like to thank everyone who has sent their best wishes for his recuperation. Read Online |
England Rugby Mentoring Award
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.
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.