The current handbook can be accessed here.
CRFU Development Day 12th October
NOTE: Now at St. Austell RFC
Following the success of last year’s development day, we have organised a variety of courses for this year’s event. These will include both CRFU and RFU courses.
To book a place on the RFU courses, please use the GMS system.
For CRFU courses, please register using the links provided below. https://forms.gle/GahCqAt78179jKn38 – First Aid https://forms.gle/fkDxK2YqwwfE2rVR7 – CRFU Coaching Clinic https://forms.gle/wCb28K34LSM8XsDLA – GMS Sessions https://forms.gle/e3LNqE2eHWuYZFcj6 – Ready 2 ref
Yours in rugby
Daubroy Game Development Lead
Important Information Ahead of New Season
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| MEN’S PRE-SEASON BRIEFING DOCUMENT With the new season fast approaching, this RFU Competitions pre-season briefing document has all the guidance you need on key information, including Adult Player Registration, League Competitions, and the Counties Community Cup Competitions. Information on the new playoff system for National and Regional Clubs can also be found. READ NOW > |
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| WOMEN’S PRE-SEASON BRIEFING DOCUMENT This document provides key updates on regulation changes, playoffs, the community cup and adult player registration for the women’s game. READ NOW > |
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| RFU COMMUNITY CUP DRAW The draw has been made for all clubs from Counties 1 and below, unless a team opted out of the competition. VIEW DRAW > |
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Community Game Update RWC Edition
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| SUPPORT THE RED ROSES The Women’s Rugby World Cup is now underway and to get clubs involved we’ve pulled together key marketing assets, tips on how to use them, upcoming events and more! Marketing Assets and Promoting Your Events Find marketing assets, tips on how to use them and our new FindRugby events feature here. RugbyFest – Register Now Remember to register to host a RugbyFest event! All the details in this section. Yarn Art Installation – 27th August On 27th August, Exeter’s historic Guildhall will be given a rugby themed makeover thanks to an army of volunteers supporting the Red Roses’ bid for World Cup glory this summer. Find out more here. Design Your Shirt We are inviting the next generation of rugby fans to get creative! Learn more about the Design Your Shirt campaign here. VIEW MORE > |
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C.R.F.U. Cornwall Cup Finals – Results
Please note the postponed 24/25 season CRFU Tribute Cornwall Cup Final and CRFU Tribute Super Cup Final will be played at Wadebridge Camels RFC on Saturday 23rd August.
The timetable is as follows;
CRFU Tribute Cornwall Cup Final
Bude 19 – 31 Truro
CRFU Tribute Super Cup Final
Wadebridge Camels 37 – 25 Launceston
Vacancy for Cornwall Senior XV Team Manager
Vacancy – Cornwall Senior Rugby XV Team Manager – Voluntary
Cornwall RFU are seeking to appoint a well organised motivated individual to manage and support our Senior Men’s Rugby XV.
The principle elements of the role will involve:
• Assisting in additional fixtures outside of the Championship campaign
• Overseeing the County Championship campaign (May-June)
• Liaising with host clubs (Home fixtures) to ensure that fixtures are delivered to a high standard
• Work closely with Senior Team Coaches, Selectors and Team Physios
• Work closely with other CRFU post holders such as Commercial Development
• Plan and organise travel and accommodation for away fixtures
• Assist with the management of the various squad selections that are established during the season
The postholder will report directly to the Chair of Representative Rugby through the committee structure. These meetings are held on a monthly basis (Sept-June).
Individuals are invited to submit their expression of interest and outline their relevant experience by email to Kevin Thomas (Chair of Representative Rugby). kjc.thomas@aol.com
If you feel you have the required skills set to achieve the above and the ability to be an ambassador of this iconic brand, we would be delighted to hear from you.
In addition, please feel free to have an informal chat with Kevin on 07565 156469 to discuss and ask any questions regarding any aspects of the role.
Closing date for Expressions of Interest 25th August.
Community Game Update August
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| 1. TO ACTION Player Registration – What have we learnt? One of the benefits of registration is the ability to better understand the health of our game. Check out some of the key findings from the first season of registration in this section. Regulation Changes for the 2025/26 Season Check out all the information on the key changes which will impact the game and volunteer burden this season. Getting Ready for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 Everything you need to help you make the most out of the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 – including resources and social assets – can be found here. Referee Training is Changing for 2025/26 From this season, the Ready 2 Ref course is replacing the Introduction to Rugby and England Rugby Referee Award courses and consists of a mix of pre-course eLearning, one day of face to face learning and post-course support. The Age Grade Registration Prize Draw returns for 2025/26 Clubs can enter this prize draw to win great England Rugby prizes, including a visit from an England Rugby legend to your club. Don’t forget that all levels of registration are now open, so you can get ready for the new season by registering to play today! READ ONLINE > |
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| 2. ACTION IF OF INTEREST Inspire Leadership Programme Applications are now open for the Inspire Leadership Programme for women aged 20-25 who are involved in rugby union, who might currently be leading or looking to lead in the future. Could your club partner with local Scout groups to get more young people into rugby? Following a highly successful first year of collaboration, with thousands of young people being introduced to the sport of Rugby and its core values, England Rugby and Scouts are expanding their partnership by connecting more Scouting units with local rugby clubs. Mascot Opportunities for England Matches We want to let clubs know that for each England Test at Allianz Stadium, we have a very limited number of community mascots. Join the CRISP Project – Help Shape the Future of Player Welfare The Community Rugby Injury Surveillance and Prevention (CRISP) Project is now open for team registrations for the 2025-26 season. Support available for your club! Find details and registration information for our upcoming webinars and support here. |
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| 3. FOR AWARENESS Deborah Griffin appointed as RFU’s first female President For the first time in its history, the Rugby Football Union has a female President, with Deborah Griffin beginning her term on 1 August. Deborah has long been a trailblazer in rugby and you can find out more about her story in this piece. Can you UP YOUR GAME for the RFU Injured Players Foundation? Have you considered hosting your own fundraising match to support the Injured Players Foundation? Impact ’25 Year 3 Report We’re three years into Impact ’25, our legacy programme driving real change for women and girls in rugby. Check out the detail behind what we’ve achieved in 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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Community Game Update RWC Edition
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| GET READY FOR THE RUGBY WORLD CUP With 23 days until the Women’s Rugby World Cup, this RWC Edition of the Community Game Update will help you find out what’s going on and how you can get your club involved. RugbyFest – Register Now Find out more about RugbyFest weekend and how your club can get involved in this section! Rugby World Cup Resources We are delighted to be able to share exciting new resources and opportunities for clubs to use to help them make the most of the tournament. Check out this section to download assets for your Girls’ Activity Days, RugbyFest events or Watch Parties. Join the Red Roses Yarn Art Community Initiative Support the Red Roses and get involved in our Yarn Art Campaign, launched by England stars Abby Dow and Tatyana Heard. Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025: Pitch Banner Volunteers Needed Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 are searching for enthusiastic volunteers who love rugby, atmosphere and community to help us bring the energy to the pitch by participating in the Pre-Match Banner Reveal on the centre of the pitch. VIEW MORE > |
RFU Coaching Courses in Cornwall
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Successful Coaching Conference
On July 12th, Cornwall RFU hosted its annual high-performance Coaching Conference at Truro School. This immersive half-day event, from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM, was designed to prepare coaches for the upcoming season. Coaches from across the county attended the conference.
Jon Bates from Coaching Centred facilitated the event, and Allan, Gavin and Jo from the Cornish Pirates coaching team delivered the practical activity. Additionally, the former Director of Rugby for the Cornish Pirates, Ian Davis, provided valuable insights into communication and the session design.
The conference included sessions focused on:
– **Team Mindset, Strategy & Turnover Gains**: Coaches explored how to convert possession shifts into tangible advantages in the game.
– **Phase Defence Insights**: Emphasis was placed on adapting defensive principles based on pitch location and the dynamics surrounding the ruck.
– **Session Design for Decision-Making**: Interactive discussions aimed to refine techniques for session progression that enhance players’ decision-making capabilities.
These sessions were structured to translate directly into improved training designs and effective game-day strategies.
The event fostered peer-to-peer learning and reinforced the importance of continuous improvement through collaboration.
Stay tuned for further game development activities.
