Cornwall Under 18s play Devon this Sunday at Ivybridge RFC, kick-off 2 pm. (Fixture switch due to the weather)
Please come along and support the lads if you can.
Cornwall Under 18s to play Devon – now at Ivybridge
Cornwall Under 16 Girls PDG
Girls are in action today against Dorset & Wilts at Newquay Hornets RFC. Support most welcome.
Cornwall Women 2026 registration now open
Cornwall Women 2026… HERE WE GO! 
https://www.facebook.com/reel/4265834313733190
Registration is NOW OPEN and this year is going to be MASSIVE!
We’ve lined up TWO huge warm-up clashes before the season even starts taking on the Navy and the Police. 
We kick things off with Trials in January, then:
March: Warm-Up Game 1
May: Warm-Up Game 2
All building towards a massive push into the Championship season.
Our coaches and selectors will be out at club games, watching players across the county and spotting talent for 2026. 
This is your chance. Your county. Your year.
Let’s make 2026 something special.
Cornwall One and All!
SIGN UP HERE
Community Game Update – December
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| 1. IMPORTANT UPDATES Protect Where We Play: Act Now To Save Our Playing Fields Rugby pitches are under threat, but you can help to protect them. The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has proposed major changes to the planning system – including removing Sport England’s statutory consultee status for planning applications relating to playing fields. Help protect our playing fields by contributing to the consultation. Reduce your running costs with One Club Through the One Club alliance, rugby clubs can gain a uniquely valuable combination of cost savings and practical, operational insight that makes a meaningful difference where it matters most — your club’s bottom line. Find out how you can access the support in this section. Club Engagement – Have Your Say! As part of the member pledges we made earlier this year, we committed to enhancing engagement opportunities with our member clubs. We’re running local and national engagement sessions between January and April 2026 – find out how you can get involved and help shape the future of community rugby in this piece! How did RWC 2025 help your club? With the Women’s Rugby World Cup recently concluded, it’s been brilliant to already hear stories about how the tournament influenced interest and activity across the game. We would like to hear more about how the tournament impacted clubs around the country and you can submit your stories and reflections through this section. It’s time for the Love Rugby Series! To build on the success of RWC 2025, the new Love Rugby Series is here, with a nationwide calendar of girls-only festivals, joining up girls new to rugby with those already playing, for a fun, friendly and positive experience. READ ONLINE > |
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| 2. ACTION IF OF INTEREST Regulation 15 Update – Consultation The RFU is reviewing Regulation 15, Age Grade Rugby and would welcome the input of coaches, teachers, team managers, volunteers and more to ensure all views are considered as part of any update. Registrations for the Volunteer Area, supported by Switch, at the Guinness Six Nations As part of the Switch Volunteer Recognition Programme, volunteers with tickets to an England home match at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham can register for up to four places in the volunteer area pre-match. England Rugby Advanced Coaching Workshop 2026-27 From 17 November the England Rugby Advanced Coaching Workshop will be open for booking via GMS. The completion of the Workshop is essential to be able to book onto Part 1 of the England Rugby Advanced Coaching Award – Developing Advanced Coaching Practice. Upcoming webinars and support available for your club! Find details and registration information for our upcoming webinars and support here. |
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| 3. FOR AWARENESS The 2026 World Anti-Doping Agency Prohibited List: Summary of Changes The latest World Anti Doping Agency Prohibited List is now available to view. Ensure you are aware of any updates through this section. Community News – monthly round-up Read this month’s roundup of the best community rugby stories – and find out how to submit your own story. READ ONLINE > |
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Cornwall Girls U.18s
Cornwall U18 Girls kicked off their 2025/26 campaign by hosting Gloucestershire Rugby Football Union U18’s at Truro and Penwith College on Sunday, 7th December. The team produced a spirited performance against tough opposition, showing resilience and determination throughout the contest.
With the score leaning in Gloucestershire’s favour, play was halted early in the second half due to an injury. After receiving immediate on-field medical attention and a precautionary hospital visit, the player was thankfully given a clean bill of health.
Despite the result, the Cornwall girls demonstrated commendable skill, courage, and fighting spirit scoring a well worked try in dreadful conditions. Their commitment to each other and refusal to yield against a strong Gloucester side set the tone for a season built on pride and perseverance.
Cornwall Women Player Development Clinic
We are excited to announce the following Women’s Players Development Clinic led by Exeter Chiefs Womens attack coach Oli Bishop.
Click on the link below for all the details.
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:eu:2aa97468-ba66-4971-b2a0-547c654ba6cb
Cornwall Under 18s,15 – 10 Dorset & Wilts
South West Tournament (Game 2 of 3)
Hartpury College – 07/12/25
Game two of the SW tournament gave the boys a slight lie in as the later 14:00 kick off, gave a mid-morning 08:00 start to travel back to Hartpury to face Dorset & Wilts.
For the game the rain finally stopped, which left just a strong wind to contend with. From kick-off we were slow to get going and again conceded a quick try before we had really touched the ball. We soon got a foot hold in the game, showing some good hands with both forwards and backs breaking the line, and with a little pressure we scored to level the game.
For the rest of the game, we were never really able to keep the pressure on for long periods to fully show what we could do with the ball, as our control was too often lost with simple mistakes and miscalculations. We were not at the standard of our 1st game, but in flashes we showed some great skills, fast feet and dominant tackling. You could also not question the commitment and work rate of the boys. We just know we can play better.
In the end it was an entertaining close game, where a few tries were traded, and we finished with a close win.
Final Score : 15 – 10
Team : J. Horner, H. Gay, A.Smith, C. Frisby, L Crannis (Capt), O. Heyes, H. Bennetts, M Abbott, D. Taylor, K.Lewis, M. Wilson, E.Richards, J. Tribe, D. Webster, B. Green, E. Evans, N. Willams, B. Nicholas, F. Bulley, S. Lee-Hirst, T. Heartford
Tries –Webster, Abbott, Heyes
Coaches : P Bostock, D Pritchard, P Holman, A Lawton, M Pollard, L Bostock
PHICIS : R Bartlett
Last U18 game will be against Devon at Truro RFC on Sunday 21st Dec, 14:00 KO.
Camborne Women toast their Team of the Month Award
Introducing Cornwall RFU Women’s Team of the Month Camborne RFC.
Last evening prior to training Tanya Thomas from the CRFU met with the players, along with Josh Geary from The Cornish Wine Company to present their award.
Josh, who is one of the directors of the company has kindly offered to sponsor this award for us this season.
Due to the time of the year, the team were game to embrace the festive season and wish everyone a very Merry Christmas.
We wish them all the best for their future fixtures.
Congratulations on your nomination.
St. Agnes RFC are awarded Tribute team of the month
Congatulations to St. Agnes RFC who deservedly picked up the latest Trubute Team of the Month award. Top of Counties 3 Cornwall.
Presentation was made by CRFU’s Lee Maher after he had refereed their home game against Lankelly-Fowey on Saturday.
Cornwall Under 18s win opener at Hartpury
Congratulations to our Under 18s who defeated Oxfordshire Under 18s, 30-25 yesterday at Hartpury.
Report from Team Manager Paul Howard.
Cornwall U18 v Oxfordshire U18
South West Tournament (Game 1 of 3) Hartpury College – 23/11/25
This year’s campaign kicked off on Sunday with our 1 st game v Oxfordshire at Hartpury
college. This meant an early start with us leaving home just after 06:00 for our bus trip up the
M5 for a 12:00 KO.
It would be fair to say after the long trip (and some of our more interesting training sessions),
there was a little nervousness in the camp. However, after a slow start, conceding an early
try, we soon found our feet. As the work rate lifted, we started to show some fierce tackling
and great hands, allowing us to create gaps and punching holes in the Oxfordshire defence.
The forwards were getting over the gain line, and the back line were exploring opportunities
as a unit, leading us to large slices of possession, and showing off some high-class finishing.
This dominance around the park, lead us to going into half time 4 tries to 2 up.
The 2nd half started well, where the bench was emptied and started positively keeping the
momentum, ending in a good team try. However, with some unforced errors and some untidy defence on penalties, we gave away two soft tries. This led to a tight finish where we traded tries as we looked to gain the initiative again. On the final whistle, there was a sigh of relief from the spectators on a back-and-forth finish, where we just kept in front with the score 6 tries to 5.
Final Score : 30 – 25
Our next game is again at Hartpury on the 7 th Dec, before our final game at Truro RFC v
Devon on the 21 st Dec.
Team : A. Smith, H. Gay, J. Crapp, C. Frisby, O. Heyes, H. Bennetts, O. Goodwin, L.
Crannis (Capt), D. Taylor, D. Davies, M. Wilson, K. Lewis, J. Tribe, J. Andrew, B. Green, E.
Evans, J. Horner, N. Willams, C. Grenfell, B. Nicholas, F. Bulley, D. Webster, E. Richards, M.
Abbott
Tries – Wilson, Taylor, Gay, Bennetts, Lewis, Webster
Also, a special mention to our PHICIS team, Ronnie who was with us today, and Donna who
was with us in our warmup games. Thank you for looking after the boys, as I am not sure if
we have ever had a team that needed more strapping!
Coaches : P Bostock, D Pritchard, P Holman, A Lawton, M Pollard, L Bostock
Good luck to all the squad for this Sunday’s game.
Tommy Adams R.I.P.
The CRFU are saddened to hear of the passing of Tommy Adams.
We extend our sincerest condolonces to Tommy’s family and friends and to all at Camborne RFC.
The following statement was released by Camborne RFC
On behalf of the Club, it was with great sadness that we heard of the passing earlier today of Tommy Adams at the age of 60.
He was a true ‘One Club’ man serving as 1st XV captain for two seasons from 1992-94 and also winning 8 caps for Cornwall.
Tommy was not only one of the Cherry & Whites finest players but also a larger than life character known throughout the rugby world.
He was a giant of a 2nd row forward and both talisman and enforcer of the ‘Town’ pack for many years. His try scoring exploits were legendary and he was always wonderful company off the field.
Tommy faced his health challenges in later life with characteristic fortitude and humour.
Condolences to all of Tommy’s family and friends.
Martin Symons
Club Chairman
Pete Joyce appointed Clubs XV Team Manager
New Cornwall Clubs XV Team Manager and Head Coach
Cornwall RFU are delighted to announce the appointment of Pete Joyce as the Cornwall Clubs XV Team Manager and Head Coach.
Pete is incredibly well known and respected within the Cornish rugby community. His stella playing career took him to some of the top clubs in the south west, these included Cornish Pirates, Taunton and Redruth. Apart from playing for Cornwall, Pete also played for England Counties.
Over recent years Pete has built a very strong personal reputation for helping to develop players and supporting the community game. He still regularly plays at Redruth Albany.
Kevin Thomas, Chair of Representative Rugby said “The CRFU are delighted to appoint Pete into the Cornwall Clubs role. He brings a wealth of playing and coaching experience and he will provide real leadership to the Clubs XV squad”
For information: The Cornwall Clubs XV is selected from players playing at level 8 & 9 (Counties 2 Cornwall, Counties 3 Cornwall).
Sponsorship Workshop
Check above for details of this workshop which we feel sure will be of benefit to clubs in Cornwall.
CRFU Handbook 25/26 season
The current handbook can be accessed here.
Important Information Ahead of New Season
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Vacancy for Youth & Education Lead
We have a vacancy within the CRFU for a Youth & Education Lead.
Please note this is a voluntary role.
This position is an important part of the Management Board structure, which administers rugby union within the county.
To register your interest, please submit your details by the 31st May and include the qualities and experience that you would bring to the particular role:
Jane Bell, Hon Secretary, Email: janebellcornishrugby@gmail.com ‘
Role discription below
Youth & Education Lead
Composition of Committee:
Chairs of following sub committees:
- Mini Junior Group
- 17/18 Group
Representatives from: - Girls U12/14/16/18
- Tertiary Colleges
- Schools’ 6th Form
- Administrator School of Rugby & Young Player Development
Remit: - Overarching responsibility for all rugby played to the age of 18 years.
- Encourage and support player centred rugby
- Reintroduce age-grade education days to ensure players, coaches & parents are in tune with Rugby’s
core values and any new rules of play that are applicable. - To submit written Reports to the Management Board (via Honorary Secretary)
- To support coaches at Club level to gain qualifications
- Support Clubs to increase number of qualified referees including young players as well as adults
(parents). - Ensure that coaching techniques across all representative sides is standardised so that player
transition across the age groups is seamless. - To create and maintain good relationships with schools and colleges.
- Promote attendance at CRFU Coaching functions/Advertise.
- Continuous review of players at club age grade
- Support the RFU Player Developer and Club Developer to garner good relationships with community
clubs and encourage the implementation of playing development courses across the CB. - Ensure that each Group responsible for arranging Representative rugby matches meets the conditions
laid down in RFU Regulation 9.2 (Player Safety) - Ensure the smooth transition from youth to senior rugby
- To create and maintain good working relations with Representative Managers
- To recommend to the Management Board persons suitable to fill the following posts:
o Team Managers for the following Representative XVs:
➢ U17 (Boys)
➢ U18 (Boys)
➢ U18 (Girls)
o Coaches for the following Representative XVs
➢ U17 (Boys)
➢ U18 (Boys)
➢ U18 (Girls)
Match Official Abuse from 1st January 2024
The RFU Head of Judiciary has issued new guidelines in respect of Match Official Abuse cases as and from 1st January 2024.
The CRFU policy of adding 1 week aggravation to proven cases has now been replaced by a national aggravation policy, which CRFU Disciplinary will be implementing immediately. The aggravation sanctions are now much more severe!
These new regulations DO NOT apply to Age Grade rugby. Therefore the CRFU 1 week aggravation for cases of Match Official Abuse will continue to be applied in any Age Grade cases.
Please read and take note of the new guidance in the link
Bill Hooper
CRFU Discipline Secretary
Cornwall Girls Under 18s to play Gloucestershire
Cornwall Girls Under 18 side picked to face Gloucestershire Girls Under 18 at Truro College on Sunday 7th December at 2 pm.
