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1 Royston R.U.F.C /14 Season FIXTURE CARD Affiliated to the Rugby Football Union, The Herts R.F.U. and The Herts Society of R.F.U. Referees

2 ROYSTON R.U.F.C. The Heath Sports Club, Baldock Road, Royston, SG8 5BG Tel facebook.com/roystonrugbyclub Colours: Black and White Shirts, Black Shorts and Socks. Main Committee President: Jamie Johnson Schools Liaison: Kevin Green Chairman: Colin Letch Welfare Officers: Mike Moss Vice-Chairman: Dan Fox Jamie Johnson Secretary: Sara Sirett Senior Team Senior Coach Robert Turner Treasurer: Vicky Green Team Manager Nick Alford Sponsorship: Ollie Brook Fixtures Secretary: Social Secretary: Press Secretary: Volunteer Co-ordinator: Coaching Co-ordinator: Junior Memb. And Web Godfrey Everett Billy Richardson Michael Schurch Angela Winter Jamie Johnson Dafydd Hudd st XV Captain Damien Fouracres nd XV Captain David Ayliffe Veterans XV: Colin Letch Minis and Junior Coaches U6 Sarah Hill/Sara Sirett U7 Hugh Murfitt U8 Jamie Green U9 Simon Rees U10 Dafydd Hudd U11 Andy Pocock U12 Toby Baker U13 Alan Ponsford U15 Jon Simons U16 David Ayliffe GU15/GU18 Jamie Johnson

President Foreword Welcome to the 2013-14 Season. Last year will go down as one of the best ever in Royston's 50-year history, certainly the best in the League-era.

points against - ours was 7.90, the next best was 4.89).

3 President Foreword Welcome to the Season. Last year will go down as one of the best ever in Royston's 50-year history, certainly the best in the League-era. The 1st XV were runners up in Herts/Middlesex II, only deprived of the League title by the fact that we had been docked 5 points at the start of the season for failing to fulfil our last fixture of the previous year. They also won the Herts President's Trophy, runners-up in the county merit table for league results and winners of the Jimmy Little Trophy for best points ratio in the County (Points for divided by points against - ours was 7.90, the next best was 4.89). We have yet to receive the Trophy as last year's winners were The Mount, a category C prison, who play no away games and may well have melted down the trophy by now! The u15 XV matched the 1st XV in all except the points scored, finishing runners up in their Herts /Middlesex league and winning the County Cup competition at that level with a comprehensive victory over Old Albanians. The 2nd XV and u14 XV both had good seasons, finishing respectably in mid-table. The u14s and u15s both went on tour and thoroughly enjoyed the end-of-season ritual. Meanwhile, in the Minis, the u12s won the Barkers Butts Trophy in Coventry and geared up for a new season of League rugby as u13s. The u7s, having embraced the new 4-a-side format of the game, went to the noncompetitive Hertfordshire Tag festival and won the only trophy on offer, the Spirit of Rugby, for the outstanding behaviour of players, parents and coaches, a tribute to Coach of the Year Jamie Green, Fergus McAuliffe and the other helpers. There were plenty of other outstanding performances by Royston teams, which bodes well for the future. The benefit of starting Mini Rugby back in 1991, is certainly paying dividends as, by the end of the season, eleven of the 1st XV squad had come up through the ranks, not to mention the 1st XV coach, Rob Turner, whose achievements were recognised by the County as one of the Club's Volunteers of the Year. The other award winner was Angela Winter, the Club Volunteer Organiser, who has helped create a network of parents and friends that keeps the Club going. Chairman, Colin Letch, has combined his committee duties with coaching the u14s, playing for both senior teams and captaining the winning team in the Club Summer Touch Tournament. We reluctantly say goodbye to Tiff Letch, who has fulfilled the role of Secretary for the last two seasons despite the lure of the Netball Team, for whom she will be Secretary next season. We welcome Sara Sirett as the new Secretary, who obviously decided that with a son playing for the 1st XV and a husband watching, if she cannot beat them, join them! Finally, Congratulations to Scott Easy for captaining such a successful team, for the second time, and good luck to Damien Fouracres who takes over the position next season. Let us carry on next season as we did the last, playing excellent rugby with plenty of skill and enthusiasm and in the right spirit. Jamie T&B, who undertake building contracts for both public and private clients throughout the South- East, are now proud to offer their full support to the continued development of Royston RUFC. w w w. t a n d b c o n t r a c t o r s. c o m

Players Code of Conduct Players will 1. Respect the opposition; 2. Always accept the referee s decision; 3. Obey their coaches and try to learn what they are told; Parents will 1.

4 Players Code of Conduct Players will 1. Respect the opposition; 2. Always accept the referee s decision; 3. Obey their coaches and try to learn what they are told; Parents will 1. Bring their children to rugby on time, properly equipped with boots, gumshield (if appropriate) and suitable rugby clothes, mindful of weather conditions; 2. Encourage their children by watching training sessions and matches whenever possible; 3. Inform the coaches when their children are unavailable; 4. Inform the coaches when they cannot stay to watch; 5. Inform the coaches if they are taking responsibility for other children; 6. Not argue with the referee; 7. Applaud good play by the opposition; 8. Endeavour to keep the public areas of the Royston clubhouse (including the patio) free of mud; 9. Make similar efforts in respect of other clubs facilities. Continuing to support Royston Rugby club in all its activities, across all age groups HSC wishes RRFC a very successful season

5 Unit 3, Greenfield, Orchard Road Industrial Estate, Royston, Herts, SG8 5HN

6 Important Information Subscriptions Mini and junior subscription for this season will be 45 for all age groups and 30 per child thereafter for the year. Over an 8 month period this works out at 1.25 per week which helps the club provide 2 hrs training, after-match teas, qualified coaching, the new changing rooms, pitches, equipment, festivals and awards. Please arrange to pay on Sunday mornings or contact Daf Hudd ( ) to renew or register. Senior subscription for the 2011/2012 season will be 70 with a 10 discount applied if paid before 1st October Match fees will stay at 7 per game, 3.50 for student or employed. Please bring cash or cheque to training or contact Jason Turks ( ) if you wish to play for the senior sides this season, no pay, no play. Senior Training and Selection Training sessions are at the Club beginning at 7.00 p.m. Tuesday evenings. Make the effort; it is worthwhile for the enjoyment of your game and also to the success of the club on the pitch on Saturdays. We have a new senior coach in Robert Turner who is bringing a fresh new approach to training and is organising, alongside the committee, a structured training plan for the senior sides. If you are unable to play, or doubtful, please let your team captain know as soon as possible. This helps prevent problems in assembling teams later in the week. You all swear about the late cry-offs try not to be one. If you are available but not selected, let a team captain know and turn up on Saturday at the earliest meet time with your kit. You may well get a game, even if only as a substitute. Turn up on time you need to be well prepared to play effectively. If the weather is poor DO NOT ASSUME games are cancelled as the venue may be changed or an alternative fixture arranged at short notice. If you have not been informed of your selection by Thursday contact any team captain or look on the Club website: The new website is a great tool to update everyone of club news, fixtures & results and upcoming events. Please sign up today and keep in touch, we can start to provide team sheets and selection s every week, you can upload photos or browse through others and as a club we can notify you of important information. Youth and Mini Rugby This is the future. The Youth and Mini sections train from to on a Sunday morning. All coaches require CRB vetting (a straightforward form to complete and proof of identity), but occasional helpers are also welcome. If you have never been to the Club on a Sunday morning and seen how many youngsters take part in training, you would be astonished; we have over 150 children registered from age 6 to 18. For those already taking part, remember we are always recruiting new players and volunteers. If you know someone who would like to play, of any age or ability, provide first aid or even run raffles or help in anyway please get in touch. The club relies on volunteers and through the effort of everyone who supports the club, it has become one of the largest community groups in Royston. Mid-week junior training is now taking place; the U15s are training on Wednesday evening at 6pm and the U16s on Thursday evening, also at 6pm. Current turn-outs are great and the extra skills learnt and time spent together will, no doubt, make the upcoming season more enjoyable and successful. Please also familiarise yourself with the club s new website, It s a great tool to update players, parents and supporters of our club with the latest news, fixtures & results for all ages, photos and upcoming events. Please upload all the photo s you have and share them with other parents and players. Sign up today and keep in touch, we will inform all of important club news and information through the site Insurance The Club carries the minimum R.F.U. cover for death, loss of eyes, arms and other appendages. It does NOT cover loss of earnings. This is your responsibility.

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Our ethos is to exceed a client s expectations of Estate & Letting Agents Tel: 01763 247788 http://www.

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7 Mini and Junior Kit Sponsors Our highly experienced team has steadfast principles of delivering a professional, honest approach to the successful sale, purchase or letting of property. Our ethos is to exceed a client s expectations of Estate & Letting Agents Tel: TaxAssist Accountants Royston provide a wide range of accountancy services including tax returns, payroll and bookkeeping. The TaxAssist Accountants in Royston are a part of the largest network of accountants in the UK and offer a huge range of experience and expertise to over 36,000 small businesses. Tel:

8 Welfare Statement Royston Rugby Club takes safety and welfare seriously and is committed to good practice in all aspects of club activities to ensure that all members, regardless of age, can enjoy rugby and club activities safely and enjoyably. We achieved Seal of Approval status in summer 2007 and take our responsibilities seriously. Please see appropriate policies and practices relating to child protection, health and safety and first aid. Coaches and helpers at the club are trained and frequently updated with the latest policies and all junior coaches and club officials are CRB checked. However, ALL club members have a responsibility to familiarise themselves with basic safety and first aid procedures including the location of the nearest phone to call for medical assistance and the post code of the club to provide paramedics with accurate location information for a speedy response. The postcode of the club is SG8 5BG. Child Protection Policy At Royston Rugby Club we believe that taking part in our sport should be a positive and enjoyable part of children s lives. We want to make sure that children are protected and kept safe from physical, sexual and emotional harm while they are with the Club s coaches, helpers and other volunteers. To do this we have these aims: 1. All coaches will go on a START Coaching Rugby Union Course before they begin working with children. 2. All coaches and other volunteers will have a job description. 3. There will be women coaches as well as men. 4. All coaches will be qualified to Preliminary Award level before they are allowed to be the Head Coach of an age group. 5. The Club will encourage and help coaches stay up-to-date with rugby, coaching and child protection issues. Each lead Coach will attend an NCF Coach Protection Workshop. 6. All coaches will be given a copy of the Club s Code of Conduct for Coaches and be expected to keep to it at all times. 7. We will keep written records of attendance, parental consent and accidents. 8. We will provide a written Health and Safety policy covering fire procedures, telephone access and first aid and emergency procedures. 9. We will provide coaches and parents with a written procedure for dealing with accusations or suspicions of child abuse. 10. As a club, we will promote fair play and always play within the spirit of the laws and the letter of the continuum. 11. We will identify a person whose role it is to deal with any concerns about physical, sexual or emotional abuse within the club.

10 2013/2014 Club Fixtures 1 st XV Opposition Game Type Kick off Notes Aug. 31st Saffron Walden H club game 3pm Sept. 7th Hitchin A Friendly 14th Bank of England A League 3.00pm 21st Cheshunt H League 3.00pm 28th O.Millhillians A League 3.00pm Oct. 5th Imperial Medicals A League 2.45pm 12th Verulamians H League 19th Cup 2.45pm 26th Belsize Park A League 2.45pm Nov. 2nd Haringey H League 2.30pm 9th O.Actonians A League 16th Hatfield A Cup 2.30pm Herts Trophy 17th O.Ashmolean/Hatfield A League 2.30pm 23rd Hackney H League 30th Kilburn Cosmos A League 3.00pm Dec. 7th Barnet Elizabethans H League 14th Cheshunt A League 2.15pm 21st 28th 2.15pm Jan. 4th O.Millhillians H League 2.15pm 11th Imperial Medicals H League 2.15pm 18th 2.15pm 25th Verulamians A League 2.30pm Feb. 1st 2.30pm 8th Belsize Park H League 2.30pm 15th Haringey A League 2.30pm 22nd Hitchin H Friendly 2.45pm Mar. 1st O.Actonians H League 2.45pm 8th Hackney A League 2.45pm 15th 2.45pm 22nd Kilburn Cosmos H League 29th 3.00pm Apr. 5th Barnet Elizabethans A League 3.00pm 12th Bank of England H League 19th 26th

12 2 nd XV Opposition Game Type Kick off Notes Aug. 31st Saffron Walden H Trial game Sept. 7th Bury St.Edmunds III H 14th Cambridge Exiles A Premiere L 21st Saffron Walden II A Premiere L 28th Newmarket Dev. H Premiere L Oct. 5th Ely Dev. H Premiere L 12th March Bears A Premiere L 19th Shelford IV A Premiere L 26th GK Cup Nov. 2nd Cambourne H Australia th Argentina th New Zealand rd Cantabridgians II H Premiere L 30th GK cup Dec. 7th Cottenham Renegades A Premiere L 14th Sawston A Premiere L 21st Shelford V (Vets) H Vets game 28th Jan. 4th Bury St.Edmunds III A 11th Cambridge Exiles H Premiere L 18th Saffron Walden II H Premiere L 25th Newmarket Dev. A Premiere L Feb. 1st Ely Dev. A Premiere L France th GK Plate Scotland th March Bears H Premiere L 22nd Ireland 1400 Mar. 1st Shelford IV H Premiere L 8th Cambourne A L Wales th Italy nd GK Semi finals 29th Cantabridgians II A Premiere L Apr. 5th Cottenham Renegades H Premiere L 12th Sawston H Premiere l 19th Easter 26th GK Finals

14 Under 16s Opposition Sept. 1st 8th 15th Herts 7s 22nd Wasps B A 29th Saffron Walden A Oct. 6th Hitchin B H 13th 20th Stevenage H 27th Nov.3rd Bedford B A 10th Cambs Cup (TBC) 17th 24th Barnet H Dec. 1st 8th Cheshunt H 15th Cambs Cup (TBC) 22nd 29th Jan. 5th Finchley B A 12th Stockwood Park H 19th O.Albanian C A 26th Feb. 2nd Huntingdon A 9th 16th Saffron Walden H 23rd Mar. 2nd Tring B A 9th 16th Watford H 23rd 30th Cheshunt A Apr. 6th 13th 20th 27th

16 Opposition Sept. 1st 8th 15th Peterborough H 22nd 29th Tabard A Oct. 6th 13th Chelmsford A 20th Barnet TBC 27th Bank of England H Nov.3rd 10th Ely H 17th 24th Ampthill A Dec. 1st 8th Biggleswade H 15th 22nd 29th Under 15s Jan. 5th 12th Chelmsford H 19th 26th Watford A Feb. 2nd Huntingdon A 9th Saffron Walden A 16th 23rd Mar. 2nd Saracens B H 9th Barnet TBC 16th 23rd Letchworth A 30th Apr. 6th 13th 20th 27th

17 Opposition Under 13s Sept. 1st 8th 15th Letchworth Fest A 22nd 29th Wasps B A Oct. 6th 13th Datchworth H 20th 27th Nov.3rd 10th Ruislip A 17th 24th Ealing B A Dec. 1st 8th B.Stortford B H 15th Ely A 22nd 29th Jan. 5th Dunstablians H 12th London Scottish A 19th Ruislip H 26th Cottenham A Feb. 2nd Huntingdon A 9th Saffron Walden A 16th 23rd Mar. 2nd Teddington B H 9th Cottenham H 16th 23rd Barnet A 30th Apr. 6th Coventry Fest. A 13th 20th 27th

18 Opposition Minis Sept. 1st 8th 15th 22nd 29th Oct. 6th N.Herts Letchworth 13th 20th St.Ives 27th Nov.3rd Cottenham H 10th 17th 24th Dec. 1st 8th 15th Saffron Walden A 22nd 29th Jan. 5th 12th 19th Stockwood Park A 26th Feb. 2nd Saffron Walden H 9th Letchworth H 16th 23rd Cambridge A Mar. 2nd 9th Cottenham A 16th 23rd Wendens Ambo Festival TBC 30th Apr. 6th 13th 20th 27th Herts Contact Competition Herts Tag Competition

19 UPCOMING EVENTS 26 th OCT 2013 Senior Halloween the heath 27 th OCT 2013 Kids Halloween the heath 23 rd NOV 2013 VPs the heath 14 th DEC 2013 Christmas the heath 8 th FEB 2014 VPs heath 1 st MARCH 2014 Auction of the heath April TBA Rugby Club Shoot/family fun day 2 nd MAY 2014 End of Season Dinner May TBA Senior Rugby Tour 5 th July 2014 Touch Tournament

Observe the Laws and regulations of the game. Respect opponents, referees and participants. Reject cheating, racism, violence and drugs

Observe the Laws and regulations of the game. Respect opponents, referees and participants. Reject cheating, racism, violence and drugs Welcome to a new season of mini and youth rugby at West Norfolk Rugby Union Football Club, where we are rightly proud of the achievements and the excellent attitude of our young players. The club aims