Hi Guys,
Rugby date 23/1/10 away against Thornton & Clevelys score 19 - 5
Ouch that hurt, I only hope that some of Thornton's players are as sore as I am. A very physical game this weekend but I am proud to say, despite losing the fixture we held our own on the pitch. Both in attack, when we had chance. And in defense, which we seemed to be doing a lot off. The game got of in a low mist, but the Burn boys defended their try line magnificently for the first 25 minuets. Repelling wave after wave of determined Thornton attack, unfortunately for us the heroic tackling and resolute defencive line was crossed with Thornton going over in the corner. A difference of opinion broke out with the home sides touch judge as to what in touch meant, however the score was awarded and upheld. After a long kick restart though Thornton put together a couple of moves and where soon threatening our line again. once more some heroic tackling by Jim Coleman, Andy snape, Dave O'Sullivan and the rest of the team kept the marauding Thornton pack at bay. But it took its toll, with Jim limping off after taking a serious knock to the knee. After a re-shuffle in which Nige Gouthorpe moved up to scrum half and James Fisher into the back row. Blackburn's veteran stalwart Andy "Gooders" Goodwin came on in the second row. However the re-shuffle and arrival of new players meant a momentarily lack in defence, which Thornton took full advantage of. Crossing the line under the posts, giving a easy chance at the conversion.
The boys bounced back with a concerted attack of our own. pinning the hosts deep in their own half, with some excellent rucking work and good use of the spice ball. This giving way to a number of rampaging crash balls and some excellent work on the floor. Resulting in Andy Snape going over in the corner, unfortunately Eddy Holden narrowly missing the conversion, meant we went into half time 7 points down with the score at 12 - 5. Which didn't reflect how much hard work had already gone into the match, by ourselves. However the half was also marred with a number of silly penalties, been awarded against us. And a referee becoming rapidly incensed with some players back chatting. At this point may I remind all players that our discipline on the pitch has to be paramount, and all comments towards the referee fielded through myself as captain. After a few wizened words with the referee at the interval, the second half was a different game. In as much as we put Thornton under the cosh for the majority of the period. With Adam Olstead giving some superb scoring opportunities down the left flank. And new comer Ian pearson playing his first game for the team, as a substitute doing some fine work on the right flank. Once again though we could not make the pressure tell, and several opportunities to get back on a evan keel went begging. As the half continued more and more players seemed to be limping through the game, and rubbing some new bruises gained in this very bruising encounter. It was Thornton who broke the deadlock with a breakaway score going under the posts once again making the conversion easy. We did not give up and although very bruised and battered, fought on till the final whistle. All the lads giving every ounce of fight they had in them, and the score not really depicting the true game.
Now as for this coming weekend it seems as though, I have miss read the fixtures list and we are currently without a game. The re-arranged fixture against Ormskirk being on the 6th of February. However the 2's have a away fixture at Fylde and the first xv at home against Burnage. It would be nice to support the other teams, showing some club spirit, and I am sure that Andy Toms will be on the prowl for some players to boost the senior sides. So training will be on Tuesday night 7pm till 9pm for the very keen amongst you and as usual on Thursday night 7pm till 9pm for the rest of us mere mortals. I would like to get as good a turn out as this week past. Especially with us not having a game we need to keep as fit as possible. With that I only have left to say thanks to all concerned in the match this week, lets keep working hard and we will soon be back on winning terms.
Regards Carlos (captain).
Monday, 25 January 2010
Monday, 18 January 2010
Hi Guys,
Rugby date 16/01/10 home against Tarleton 2's postponed
Well it was a disappointment again this weekend, with the thaw coming to late for us to get out and have a game. However the thaw is now setting in and as the weather warms up so should we. I would like to thank the brave souls that braved the conditions to train last Thursday. And hope that we can get another good turnout this week, ready for this coming Saturdays away fixture against Thornton Cleveleys. We put in a good performance against Thornton when they travelled to us, earlier in the season. However they have gone on from then and are currently 3rd in the league. While we sadly languish at the bottom in 12th, Thornton have played 14 won 9 lost 4 and conceded 1. We have played 11 won 3 lost 7 conceded 1. So it us that have to put in the effort this weekend. Thornton managed to play this week beating BAE 20 -7, and so they will be boosted by the good start to their new year.
And so if we intend to get this year off to a good start ourselves, we need to get plenty of players available, to give us the strongest possible chance. So availability as soon as possible please, to either myself or P.G. And lets get plenty of numbers down training this Thursday giving us chance to run of some of the rust, that has set in with the lengthy lay off. As a little incentive to all to come training, it has been deemed that players present at training this week and playing on Saturday will be entitled to a Kitty round. Whhhooooo. I know so generous aren't we. But in all seriousness it has been a while since we last played, and I would like to start the year off well. So it is important we get stretched off and warmed up, and go into the game giving ourselves the best chance of a win. And start getting our season on track.
Away from the rugger, this Saturday night our second row beanpole Tiny Turner, is celebrating his coming of age (21). And is hosting a function at the cricket club? He has kindly sent an open invite to all his team mates in the thirds, and it would be nice to be well represented at the function, so get those passes signed please gents. Also your team management has put together a intended sponsored walk, to raise funds for Help for heroes, and a new team strip for next season. The intended date is Saturday 5th June, and we will be walking the Yorkshire three peaks. This is a 26 mile walk, taking in the peaks of Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough. we aim to raise £2000 with a 50/50 split on all monies raised. It will be good team building and give us a chance to show our support for the brave lads serving abroad in our armed forces. We will be having some sponsor sheets printed up soon and would appreciate good support of this venture. I will keep you all up dated on all developments regarding this, but we are going to get the ball polling soon so as to give everyone involved chance to raise as much cash as possible.
Regards Carlos(captain).
Rugby date 16/01/10 home against Tarleton 2's postponed
Well it was a disappointment again this weekend, with the thaw coming to late for us to get out and have a game. However the thaw is now setting in and as the weather warms up so should we. I would like to thank the brave souls that braved the conditions to train last Thursday. And hope that we can get another good turnout this week, ready for this coming Saturdays away fixture against Thornton Cleveleys. We put in a good performance against Thornton when they travelled to us, earlier in the season. However they have gone on from then and are currently 3rd in the league. While we sadly languish at the bottom in 12th, Thornton have played 14 won 9 lost 4 and conceded 1. We have played 11 won 3 lost 7 conceded 1. So it us that have to put in the effort this weekend. Thornton managed to play this week beating BAE 20 -7, and so they will be boosted by the good start to their new year.
And so if we intend to get this year off to a good start ourselves, we need to get plenty of players available, to give us the strongest possible chance. So availability as soon as possible please, to either myself or P.G. And lets get plenty of numbers down training this Thursday giving us chance to run of some of the rust, that has set in with the lengthy lay off. As a little incentive to all to come training, it has been deemed that players present at training this week and playing on Saturday will be entitled to a Kitty round. Whhhooooo. I know so generous aren't we. But in all seriousness it has been a while since we last played, and I would like to start the year off well. So it is important we get stretched off and warmed up, and go into the game giving ourselves the best chance of a win. And start getting our season on track.
Away from the rugger, this Saturday night our second row beanpole Tiny Turner, is celebrating his coming of age (21). And is hosting a function at the cricket club? He has kindly sent an open invite to all his team mates in the thirds, and it would be nice to be well represented at the function, so get those passes signed please gents. Also your team management has put together a intended sponsored walk, to raise funds for Help for heroes, and a new team strip for next season. The intended date is Saturday 5th June, and we will be walking the Yorkshire three peaks. This is a 26 mile walk, taking in the peaks of Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough. we aim to raise £2000 with a 50/50 split on all monies raised. It will be good team building and give us a chance to show our support for the brave lads serving abroad in our armed forces. We will be having some sponsor sheets printed up soon and would appreciate good support of this venture. I will keep you all up dated on all developments regarding this, but we are going to get the ball polling soon so as to give everyone involved chance to raise as much cash as possible.
Regards Carlos(captain).
Monday, 4 January 2010
Jack Frost does his worse
Hi Guys,
Rugby date 2/1/10 re-scheduled game postponed
Well the nasty acrtic snap which is holding Britain in it's icy grasp, has once again thwarted attempts to run off the crimbo excess. With the makings of a decent team available I held my breath, and prayed that the warm weather would come and allow us to get some frustration spent, out on the rugby pitch. However the chilling fingers of Jack Frost gripped claw like at the green cloths of Ramsgreave. Rendering all the weekends games unplayable. And although at the moment of penning, the game against Ormskirk 4th's is set take place this coming Saturday. However in all honesty, at this moment in time I very much doubt that any game will be playable yet again.
And so I hope that all players, and members had a very good holiday. And I hope that you all are using this extend break to gain, as many brownie points as possible. The good weather will come soon and we may be forced to play late into the season, With all these fixtures bottling up. P.G. and myself will keep in touch with any developments and I will of course continue to wax lyrical in the blog each week. So keep your peckers up, and stay fit.
Regards Carlos (captain).
Rugby date 2/1/10 re-scheduled game postponed
Well the nasty acrtic snap which is holding Britain in it's icy grasp, has once again thwarted attempts to run off the crimbo excess. With the makings of a decent team available I held my breath, and prayed that the warm weather would come and allow us to get some frustration spent, out on the rugby pitch. However the chilling fingers of Jack Frost gripped claw like at the green cloths of Ramsgreave. Rendering all the weekends games unplayable. And although at the moment of penning, the game against Ormskirk 4th's is set take place this coming Saturday. However in all honesty, at this moment in time I very much doubt that any game will be playable yet again.
And so I hope that all players, and members had a very good holiday. And I hope that you all are using this extend break to gain, as many brownie points as possible. The good weather will come soon and we may be forced to play late into the season, With all these fixtures bottling up. P.G. and myself will keep in touch with any developments and I will of course continue to wax lyrical in the blog each week. So keep your peckers up, and stay fit.
Regards Carlos (captain).