Hi Guys,
Rugby date 27/2/10 home against Tarleton 2's score 0-29
Blackburn 3's shock drubbing for absent skipper, what a shock result for the team even with the one man recking machine at loose head called Barclay. Who I hear was breaking prop forwards for fun again, he says he hasn't had so much fun since allegedly breaking Baz Baron's jaw. As I was away on official business, watching the England team for possible third team players, none worthy of the position though sadly. I left the team in the capable hands of manager and new father P.G. With what looked like a decent team on paper, I felt confident that we could put up a good show and maybe record a second win of the year. The lads in the team took the game straight to Tarleton, and put early pressure on the visitors. But maybe if Tarleton 1's had had a game we may have had a different result. It was soon obvious that Tarleton had travelled well, and ran in a try from their half after all the early pressure Blackburn had put them under. The regular stalwarts in the team making numerous tackles in defence but Tarleton where to strong and the points kept on ticking up. Dave O'sullivan was awarded m.o.m for his valiant efforts by P.G. And the rest of the team should all be patted on the back for the way they kept on going till the end.
In the mean time I was sampling copious amounts of Fullers pride, a local southern brew that makes me wobbly on the legs and slur a lot. It was the best thing the weekend had to offer with the tension caused watching the national side play rugby my grandmother could read, never mind the Irish. The Irish defence was superb as England tried and tried to pick a line through the green wall, only to be overturned on numerous occasions. With the time ticking by England grabbed the lead but then seemed to sit back hoping for a penalty to take them clear, where as Ireland fought to the end stealing the points. With the defeat complete and me a pound lighter having had a bet on who would score the first try. I made a hasty retreat to the pub and continued to drown my sorrows.
Having now recovered from the ale, I look towards next weeks game away against old rivals Preston Grasshoppers. Having called the home fixture off, against Preston this will be our first meeting of the season. I am looking to put the defeat of this week behind us and get on with playing rugby.If all available players could inform me or P.G. as soon as possible. And please remember training on Thursday night lets get back on the winning horse boys.
Regards Carlos (captain).
Monday, 1 March 2010
Monday, 22 February 2010
Hi Guys,
Rugby date 20/2/10 home against Garstang 2's match postponed frozen pitch.
Well deep disappointment this weekend, I arrived at the club around 10am'ish, for the pitch inspection due to the snow and hard frost over night. Unfortunately at 11-30 the ground was still rock hard, frozen. As the groundsman toiled away at the first team pitch to salvage their game, I traipsed into the club house to inform everyone that the game was off. After contacting Garstang, I started on the team. However the second team game due to be played away at leigh was still on, and they needed numbers. As I rang players the resounding no, to playing for the 2's echoed in my ears. With only myself offering to travel, the second team deemed the journey not worth it and called off their game. A double disappointment, I felt let down and embarrassed at the situation. I know that their is a bit of ill feeling between the 3's and 2's, but playing rugby is first and foremost in my mind. If my game is called off, I make myself available to the seconds. On Saturday I play rugby not shopping, regardless who I play for. I had to console myself with a few glasses of amber nectar, and watch the first xv after the groundsman had worked a minor miracle in getting the first team pitch playable. Was it worth the ear bashing I received, well I watched some rugger and don't need to wash my togs huh!!
So lets hope that the game scheduled for this weekend is not called off, as the season is going to drag on well up to May. This weeks visitors to Ramsgreave are Tarleton 2's. currently 3rd in the league played 18, that's 5 more than us won 12 lost 5 and 1 concede. They played away this week winning at Ormskirk. They also beat a week team we took to their place, last year. With a bit of luck we may be able to put out a side able to turn that result around, but I need to know all availability as soon as possible please. Also we could do with a good session on the training pitch, with coach Steve. So I hope to see plenty of numbers down 7pm till 9pm Thursday.
Last but not least, save the best till last that's what I always say. I would like to congratulate P.G. and his wife on the birth off their son Seb Greenwood. At 8lb 13oz it looks like he will play in the front row. Well done to you all and enjoy the miracle of life.
Regards Carlos (captain).
Rugby date 20/2/10 home against Garstang 2's match postponed frozen pitch.
Well deep disappointment this weekend, I arrived at the club around 10am'ish, for the pitch inspection due to the snow and hard frost over night. Unfortunately at 11-30 the ground was still rock hard, frozen. As the groundsman toiled away at the first team pitch to salvage their game, I traipsed into the club house to inform everyone that the game was off. After contacting Garstang, I started on the team. However the second team game due to be played away at leigh was still on, and they needed numbers. As I rang players the resounding no, to playing for the 2's echoed in my ears. With only myself offering to travel, the second team deemed the journey not worth it and called off their game. A double disappointment, I felt let down and embarrassed at the situation. I know that their is a bit of ill feeling between the 3's and 2's, but playing rugby is first and foremost in my mind. If my game is called off, I make myself available to the seconds. On Saturday I play rugby not shopping, regardless who I play for. I had to console myself with a few glasses of amber nectar, and watch the first xv after the groundsman had worked a minor miracle in getting the first team pitch playable. Was it worth the ear bashing I received, well I watched some rugger and don't need to wash my togs huh!!
So lets hope that the game scheduled for this weekend is not called off, as the season is going to drag on well up to May. This weeks visitors to Ramsgreave are Tarleton 2's. currently 3rd in the league played 18, that's 5 more than us won 12 lost 5 and 1 concede. They played away this week winning at Ormskirk. They also beat a week team we took to their place, last year. With a bit of luck we may be able to put out a side able to turn that result around, but I need to know all availability as soon as possible please. Also we could do with a good session on the training pitch, with coach Steve. So I hope to see plenty of numbers down 7pm till 9pm Thursday.
Last but not least, save the best till last that's what I always say. I would like to congratulate P.G. and his wife on the birth off their son Seb Greenwood. At 8lb 13oz it looks like he will play in the front row. Well done to you all and enjoy the miracle of life.
Regards Carlos (captain).
Sunday, 14 February 2010
Hi Guys,
Rugby date 13/2/10 away against Carnforth 2's postponed frozen pitch.
So much for global warming, with spring upon us blue bells flowering in the woods, and the annoying twittering of birds outside my hotel window. I looked forward to a afternoon running around in the warm sunshine, chasing a egg shaped ball. Actually I did just that but not for the thirds who where once again postponed due to Frozen pitches. Yes Carnforth called the game off Friday tea time, leaving myself desperate for a game. So I rang the second team manager and got myself a game playing for them. Maybe a blessing in disguise though, as both the 2's and 3's would of struggled to put out full squads. The 2's only just managing 16 with the inclusion of myself, Henning and mike. Unfortunately for us though the postponement means yet another re-arranged fixture to fit into an already congested end of season run in.
As I said some of us found a game with the 2's, and I personally enjoyed throwing myself into every aspect of the game. Even though the 2's is a higher standard than I am used to playing at, with the training that coach Steve has been giving us, I felt at home. This therefor urges me to say to all players that they really must try their hardest to get to training on a Thursday night. The training we do gives us structure on the pitch, and we can therefore go on to win games. After the good work and momentum built up in our win against Ormskirk, it was an unfortunate lay up this weekend. Sending us to the bottom of the league, however we have some 4 games in hand on most teams in the league. Garstang this weeks visitors to Ramsgreave, did play this weekend and took a win at home against BAE. They are currently 2nd in the league, but if you remember we where only just narrowly defeated at their place. And it would be nice to put up a good show at home. So all players please let me know your availability as soon as possible.
As most of you know 3rd team manager Paul Greenwood and his wife are about to be blessed with their second child. And I am sure you all like me, wish them both all the best. Paul has put a lot of effort into the team this season, and I will ask you all to sign a card at the weekend for them. Also I will be trying to finally get a team photo taken, and so can all players please wear blue shirts and ties. I want to get a photo in shirts and then 1 in team strip so meeting time will be 12.30 prompt.
OK so that seems to be everything, as I have previously said Steve is giving us time on Thursday nights so lets give him numbers to work with. And availability as soon as possible please.
Thanks Carlos (captain).
Rugby date 13/2/10 away against Carnforth 2's postponed frozen pitch.
So much for global warming, with spring upon us blue bells flowering in the woods, and the annoying twittering of birds outside my hotel window. I looked forward to a afternoon running around in the warm sunshine, chasing a egg shaped ball. Actually I did just that but not for the thirds who where once again postponed due to Frozen pitches. Yes Carnforth called the game off Friday tea time, leaving myself desperate for a game. So I rang the second team manager and got myself a game playing for them. Maybe a blessing in disguise though, as both the 2's and 3's would of struggled to put out full squads. The 2's only just managing 16 with the inclusion of myself, Henning and mike. Unfortunately for us though the postponement means yet another re-arranged fixture to fit into an already congested end of season run in.
As I said some of us found a game with the 2's, and I personally enjoyed throwing myself into every aspect of the game. Even though the 2's is a higher standard than I am used to playing at, with the training that coach Steve has been giving us, I felt at home. This therefor urges me to say to all players that they really must try their hardest to get to training on a Thursday night. The training we do gives us structure on the pitch, and we can therefore go on to win games. After the good work and momentum built up in our win against Ormskirk, it was an unfortunate lay up this weekend. Sending us to the bottom of the league, however we have some 4 games in hand on most teams in the league. Garstang this weeks visitors to Ramsgreave, did play this weekend and took a win at home against BAE. They are currently 2nd in the league, but if you remember we where only just narrowly defeated at their place. And it would be nice to put up a good show at home. So all players please let me know your availability as soon as possible.
As most of you know 3rd team manager Paul Greenwood and his wife are about to be blessed with their second child. And I am sure you all like me, wish them both all the best. Paul has put a lot of effort into the team this season, and I will ask you all to sign a card at the weekend for them. Also I will be trying to finally get a team photo taken, and so can all players please wear blue shirts and ties. I want to get a photo in shirts and then 1 in team strip so meeting time will be 12.30 prompt.
OK so that seems to be everything, as I have previously said Steve is giving us time on Thursday nights so lets give him numbers to work with. And availability as soon as possible please.
Thanks Carlos (captain).
Sunday, 7 February 2010
HI Guys,
rugby date 6/2/10 home against Ormskirk 4th's score 23 - 0
2010 is finally on the right track with a stunning display of rugby, the resolute defence and sumptuous attacking work paying off with a well deserved first home win of the year. After some pretty intensive warm up work from new third team coach, Steve. We took to the field relishing the game at hand. When we played Ormskirk away we fielded 14 players whilst their bench seemed to go on forever. We came away from that game with a loss and a feeling of regret, however we managed to put that behind us and focus on the task. with a pretty beefy pack and some new additions to the line up, Blackburn 3rds looked like they meant business. Winning the toss I chose to play down the slop with the waining sun behind us, instructing the boys that we needed to make the advantage count. Ormskirk kicked off and where soon under the cosh from some thunderous forward work, learning from the previous games and the training ground. The pack drove deep into opposition territory, with Henning at 9 and Eddy at 10 combining well and distributing the ball wonderfully to the back line. Ormskirk found themselves committing cynical penalties to stop the onslaught. Paying the ultimate price with a early yellow card. We pushed on with a kick from Henning giving us good reward for the hard work done. From the restart it was all one way traffic with us dominating in the line and scrums, the pressure had to tell with a well worked try in the corner for Marc Grimes playing at full back. A deft chip from Eddy putting the fly er over in the corner, with Henning converting.
Once again Blackburn took the inactive from the restart, and where soon storming forward into opposition territory. When Ormskirk did have possession any likely attack was quickly snuffed out with some bone crushing tackles been made. Blackburn where rampant and soon tight head prop Stuart Rouse broke from the base of a ruck to cross the white wash unopposed. A knock to the head for loose head prop Andy Gray meant a early bath and a cap for new boy Asad, ( known to us now as acid ) who took his place in the front row and did a very good job. I look forward to seeing more of this youngster. More of the same medicine dished out by the buoyed Blackburn saw Henning going over and snatching another well worked score.
At the turn round I reminded everyone that the job was only half done and we had to go on and win from the great start we had given ourselves. It was going to be difficult and Ormskirk didn't look like lying down to defeat. They everything at us but some staunch defensive tackling kept the visitors at bay. Ollie playing in the center with Dave O'Sullivan doing some superb work. With 4 subs on the bench we were able to make changes as we needed, with the big guns up front tiring the game seemed to stagnate in the middle of the park for a while. Neither team able to break down the other, but once again good pressure from the forwards was rewarded with a penalty, after Ormskirk infringed again. Henning slotting the only points of the half. A last desperate attack from the visitors saw Blackburn stretched for the first time but some awesome tackling and counter rucking, along with some sloppy passing and handling from Ormskirk kept the visitors out, and a clean sheet for us. A very good hard game coming to the end after a infringement from Ormskirk gave us the opportunity to put the ball out and the referee to blow for time. We managed to play a hard game and keep our discipline, make scoring opportunities and take them. All in all a very good all round performance from everyone, and a good step toward next weeks game away against Carnforth 2's. Currently 8th in the league played 17 won 5 lost 12 they are 8 points clear of us, but as we have only played 13 games to date this is a good chance to leap up the table. I would like all players to try and attend training on Thursday evening with Steve. Its very good of Steve to offer up his time and we should make the most of it, I can see the benefits paying off already. So lets keep working hard and get a good session in ready for next Saturday. Also can you let myself know availability for this weekend as soon as possible.
Yours proudly Carlos (captain).
rugby date 6/2/10 home against Ormskirk 4th's score 23 - 0
2010 is finally on the right track with a stunning display of rugby, the resolute defence and sumptuous attacking work paying off with a well deserved first home win of the year. After some pretty intensive warm up work from new third team coach, Steve. We took to the field relishing the game at hand. When we played Ormskirk away we fielded 14 players whilst their bench seemed to go on forever. We came away from that game with a loss and a feeling of regret, however we managed to put that behind us and focus on the task. with a pretty beefy pack and some new additions to the line up, Blackburn 3rds looked like they meant business. Winning the toss I chose to play down the slop with the waining sun behind us, instructing the boys that we needed to make the advantage count. Ormskirk kicked off and where soon under the cosh from some thunderous forward work, learning from the previous games and the training ground. The pack drove deep into opposition territory, with Henning at 9 and Eddy at 10 combining well and distributing the ball wonderfully to the back line. Ormskirk found themselves committing cynical penalties to stop the onslaught. Paying the ultimate price with a early yellow card. We pushed on with a kick from Henning giving us good reward for the hard work done. From the restart it was all one way traffic with us dominating in the line and scrums, the pressure had to tell with a well worked try in the corner for Marc Grimes playing at full back. A deft chip from Eddy putting the fly er over in the corner, with Henning converting.
Once again Blackburn took the inactive from the restart, and where soon storming forward into opposition territory. When Ormskirk did have possession any likely attack was quickly snuffed out with some bone crushing tackles been made. Blackburn where rampant and soon tight head prop Stuart Rouse broke from the base of a ruck to cross the white wash unopposed. A knock to the head for loose head prop Andy Gray meant a early bath and a cap for new boy Asad, ( known to us now as acid ) who took his place in the front row and did a very good job. I look forward to seeing more of this youngster. More of the same medicine dished out by the buoyed Blackburn saw Henning going over and snatching another well worked score.
At the turn round I reminded everyone that the job was only half done and we had to go on and win from the great start we had given ourselves. It was going to be difficult and Ormskirk didn't look like lying down to defeat. They everything at us but some staunch defensive tackling kept the visitors at bay. Ollie playing in the center with Dave O'Sullivan doing some superb work. With 4 subs on the bench we were able to make changes as we needed, with the big guns up front tiring the game seemed to stagnate in the middle of the park for a while. Neither team able to break down the other, but once again good pressure from the forwards was rewarded with a penalty, after Ormskirk infringed again. Henning slotting the only points of the half. A last desperate attack from the visitors saw Blackburn stretched for the first time but some awesome tackling and counter rucking, along with some sloppy passing and handling from Ormskirk kept the visitors out, and a clean sheet for us. A very good hard game coming to the end after a infringement from Ormskirk gave us the opportunity to put the ball out and the referee to blow for time. We managed to play a hard game and keep our discipline, make scoring opportunities and take them. All in all a very good all round performance from everyone, and a good step toward next weeks game away against Carnforth 2's. Currently 8th in the league played 17 won 5 lost 12 they are 8 points clear of us, but as we have only played 13 games to date this is a good chance to leap up the table. I would like all players to try and attend training on Thursday evening with Steve. Its very good of Steve to offer up his time and we should make the most of it, I can see the benefits paying off already. So lets keep working hard and get a good session in ready for next Saturday. Also can you let myself know availability for this weekend as soon as possible.
Yours proudly Carlos (captain).
Monday, 25 January 2010
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).
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, 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).
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