Wednesday, December 09, 2009
NLD Girls Tournament Results Sleaford RFC Sun 6th Dec
U18 Group Stage:
Herts U18 Girls Rugby Team completed the County Season in the Notts, Lincs and Derby (NLD) Tournament against seven other Counties. Herts got away to a confident start in the Group Stage against East Midlands winning 31-0 with 5 Tries from Charlie Faloona, Claire Shutler (x2), Jess Robinson and Chloe Baker, and Three Conversions from Emily Scott.
In the second Group Game however, the team stuttered in the face of some excellent and dogged play from the Staffordshire girls and it was 0-0 at Half Time. Captain Frankie Dawson came to the fore and Courtney Arberry grabbed 2 Tries, plus a Conversion from Emily Scott gave Herts a 12-0 win.
The third Group Game was a straightforward 41-0 win against the NLD ‘B’ side with Tries from Hannah Winfield, Emily Scott (who added 3 Conversions), Shira Kilgallon, Alice Nee and a great hat trick from the flying Wing Alice Finn.
The final Group Game was against an impressive looking, unbeaten Yorkshire side. The big Yorkshire Forwards tried to dominate but the Herts Girls exerted great pressure as the game went on and came away as winners by 17-0 with tries by Alice Finn, Claire Shuttler and Courtney Arberry. Emily Scott Converted once.
Herts 31 East Midlands 0
Tries: Charlie Faloona, Claire Shutler (x2), Jess Robinson, Chloe Baker
Conversions: Emily Scott (x3)
Herts 12 Staffordshire 0
Tries: Courtney Arberry (x2)
Conversion: Emily Scott
Herts 41 Notts, Lincs and Derbyshire (B) 0
Tries: Alice Finn (x3), Hannah Winfield, Alice Nee, Shira Kilgallon, Emily Scott
Conversions: Emily Scott (x3)
Herts 17 Yorkshire 0
Tries: Alice Finn, Claire Shutler, Courtney Arberry
Conversion: Emily Scott
U18 Final:
This set up the Final against the other Group Winners NLD ‘A’. The sides were very well matched and after normal playing time there was no score thanks to some Try saving tackles by the Herts Full Back Emma Wilson. The Game went into sudden death Extra-Time and an early infringement by the NLD side gave Herts a Penalty within kicking range. Emily Scott’s kick hit the upright but the ball bounced over to cap a brilliant running display by the Outside Half. The Referee ended the game and Hertfordshire were NLD Under 18 Tournament Winners for the first time.
Herts 3 NLD(A) 0 Sudden death in extra time
Penalty: Emily Scott
Under 15
U15 Group Stage:
Herts 5 Yorkshire 0
Try: Lotte Clapp.
Herts 24 Eastern Counties 0
Tries: Lotte Clapp (x2), Sidney Nurthen, Chloe-Jean Carpenter.
Conversions: Abbie Maxwell, Stevie Farrow.
Herts 17 Cheshire 0
Tries: Sydney Gregson (x2), Lotte Clapp.
Conversion: Abbie Maxwell.
U15 Final:
Herts 7 v NLD (A) 17
Try: Chloe-Jean Carpenter.
Conversion: Abbie Maxwell
Saturday, December 05, 2009
Herts Rugby Awareness Week: video
Recommendations from the Competition Review Group on the RFUW Pathway for Implementation 2010-11
A Player Pathway Feedback Form has been issued with a return date before 25 January 2010, which is also the date that the London N and S and South Evening Roadshow is taking place at Twickenham, hosted by Rosie Williams, Nicky Ponsford and David Rose. The purpose of the Roadshow is to discuss the document, and examine any local issues which may need to be addressed to ensure the success of the programme.
Herts Womens and Girls Rugby Development Group Meeting Mon 11th Jan
England Women Under 20 Squad 2009-2010
The England Women’s Under 20's Squad for this Season has been announced and contains 4 Players who play for Herts Womens and Girls Clubs:
Milly Fuggles: OA Saints*
Hannah Gallagher: Welwyn Under 18's*
Emily Scott: Welwyn Under 18's*
Geraldine Thomas: OA Saints*
* Indicated new Under 20's squad member
England Women’s U20s playing schedule:
France U20s v England U20s, March 21, KO 1pm, Sainte Nazaire
England U20s v Wales U20s, April 7, venue and KO TBC
Wales U20s v England U20s, May (weekend of May 8/9), venue and KO TBC
Tuesday, December 01, 2009
Herts Girls 7's 16th May 2010: Tring RFC
Click here for the invitation letter and entry form.
Monday, November 09, 2009
RFUW Development Squad v. Combined Services November 11th
The RFUW Development Squad comprises of England Under 20 Players, and Players who are on the fringes of the England Women's Elite 44 Squad.
Three OA Saints Players are in the RFUW Development Squad:
- Sarah McKenna (13)
- Millie Fuggles (17)
- Geri Thomas (19)
Gloucestershire v. Somerset v. Herts Girls 8th November 2009 Gordon League RFC results
Glos U18 5 Herts U18 12 (Alice Finn Welwyn Tx1, Courtney Arberry Welwyn Tx1, Hannah Gallagher Welwyn C x1).
Glos made an impressive start to the game and displayed excellent forward skills, dominating the scrum, rucks and mauls. Herts defended well playing up the slope, but with the game being played well inside the Herts half, the Gloucester forwards eventually broke through from close range to score the first try of the game. Herts made a number of breaks deep into Gloucestershire territory, but just could not find the final pass to score. The half-time team talk and the introduction of Frankie Dawson resulted in much more aggressive forward play from Herts with the scrum being more evenly matched. Herts were now enjoying more possession and territory and the backs began to test the Gloucester defence with good runs from Chloe Baker and Georgia Peedle. Mid-way through the second half, Gloucester attacked from defence but trademark stealing of the ball by Sam Voyle at the breakdown enabled the back line to put Alice Finn in space. She showed good pace to get to the corner and level the scores at 5 points all. Herts piled on the pressure in the final quarter of the game and it was Gloucester’s turn to hang on in defence. The back-row were now leading the way with charges by Frankie Dawson, but it was Courtney Arberry who drove over from close quarters to put Herts into the lead. Hannah Gallagher converted and Herts won with a scoreline of 12-5.
Somerset U18 0 Herts U18 10 (Hannah Gallagher Welwyn Tx1, Alice Finn Welwyn T x1).
This game looked like another forward battle with the Herts new shape front row and back row to the fore. Herts lineout was also functioning well with Jess Robinson in good form all afternoon. But the game was dramatically changed by a brilliant individual run by Hannah Gallagher who beat numerous players in a run from the half way line to score the opening try. The second try came shortly afterwards as a result of good team pressure on the Somerset back line. From a Somerset mistake the ball was passed to Alice Finn who again showed good pace to score the second try and make the score 10-0. It looked like Herts might run away with the game but great credit to Somerset who battled hard. Several final attacks by Herts were foiled by good defence and the final scoreline remained at 10-0.
Under 15:
Glos U15 15 Herts U15 0.
Somerset 19 Herts U15 10 (Lotte Clapp Welwyn Tx2).
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Hertfordshire Locality Budget Scheme
Each elected member of the council has £10,000 to spend on "worthwhile community projects" in their area through "locality budgets" and applicants are encouraged to discuss their proposal with their local member before completing your application.
If they are in agreement, you then complete a simple online application and - once submitted- this is reviewed by your local member who then recommends whether the grant should be awarded. A formal decision will then be made by the council’s chief legal officer, but assuming everything is okay you should receive the agreed funding within 2-3 months.
Wednesday, October 07, 2009
Herts Sports Partnership: Service to Sport Awards 2009
Coach of the Year (Male)
2nd: Greg Maxwell (Welwyn Warriors).
3rd: Ed Knighton (OA Saints).
Community Club of the Year:
Winners: OA Saints.
3rd: Welwyn Warriors.
Monday, October 05, 2009
Herts Coaching Handbook and County Yearbook
Thursday, October 01, 2009
Rugby Awareness Week, 16-20 November
What is it?
An idea of 2 young ladies aged 15, Oren Blindell and Rachel Mccullough,who play for Welwyn, which will benefit boys and girls rugby across the county.
When?
A week in November, Monday 16th November to Friday 20th November.
Where?
In schools across the county, all 70 senior schools we hope.
What will happen?
At least 1 boy and 1 girl who play club rugby, will talk in each school, during assembly, to tell other young people about-
- the fun
- the friendship
- the respect, good sportsmanship, discipline, within the game
- where to play rugby in Herts
- to ask their school (if relevant) to develop both girls and boys rugby teams
- keeping healthy and active through training as well as matches
Rachel and Oren are going to produce, posters, leaflets and newsletter, to go out that week too. They are also hoping to make a DVD of Herts Youth Rugby, for every school to show during that week, which will be distributed to the young players who will be doing the assembly.
The young players who would like to speak in the assemblies, will be given help and guidance about what to say.
What do we, the clubs have to do?
I or the CRC's will be in touch with you to find out which players might be interested in speaking in their school assembly. We want every club which has youth rugby, involved. So please talk to your players and find out who is keen to participate. The RDO and CRC's already have some young people lined up- the CSLA students, but we will need at least 70 boys and girls.
What will be the benefit to clubs?
Hopefully it will raise awareness of rugby, and clubs will see new youth members coming along to training sessions. We also hope that with this and other parts of the project, more schools will develop girls rugby, and more schools will enter teams into the schools leagues and into the Emerging Schools competitions, or similar.
What do we need to do now?
Please e-mail me with the names of players willing to speak in their school, with the school name and which club they are from.
Amanda Bate
07523 119436
amanda.bate@hotmail.com
www.sportsupport.vpweb.co.uk
U15 Hertfordshire Girls' League
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
International women's rugby website launches
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Herts Women push Middlesex all the way
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Hampshire Girls v. Herts Girls 27th September 2009 Petersfield RFC results
Hampshire U18 27 Herts U18 10 (Shira Kilgannon Welwyn Tx1, Hannah Gallagher Welwyn Tx1).
Under 15:
Hampshire U15 20 Herts U15 10 (Lotte Clapp Welwyn Tx1, Sydney Gregson Letchworth Tx1).
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Herts Girls Under 18 Squad 2009-10
Courtney Arberry
Chloe Baker
Laura Barnard
Harriet Bullock
Megan Childs
Scarlett Cooper-Wall
Francis Dawson
Charlie Faloona
Alice Finn
Hannah Gallagher
Sydnie Grace
Laura Haddon
Shira Kilgallon
Sarah Lambsdon
Abi Lee
Alice LLeliot
Alice Nee
Georgia Peedle
Jess Robinson
Emily Scott
Kate Sellars
Claire Shuttler
Natalie Threlfall
Sam Voyle
Emma Wilson
Hannah Winfield
A large squad has been selected to give as many players as possible the opportunity to play at County level.
Every player will take part in at least one game / Tournament but, with a squad of this size, it will not be possible for every player to take part in every game/tournament.
On September 27th, a game against Hampshire U18s (and an equivalent Game at U15) has been arranged in place of the Sussex tournament which has been cancelled. The game will take place at Petersfield RFC. Kick-off (for both Games) is 2pm. The coaches and managers will be in contact with the squad to let them know of selection for the game and confirm the Transport plan.
The provisional plan for transportation of Players selected in both U15 and U18 Squads is a Coach from Reg’s Coaches has been booked with timings as follows:
- 10.45: Coach to leave outside entrance to main campus Herts University Hatfield AL10 9AB.
- @12.45: arrive at Petersfield RFC, Penns Place, Petersfield, Hampshire, GU31 4EP (Directions for those travelling independently- M25 then A3 southbound on entering Petersfield follow signs for the East Hampshire District Council offices, the ground is next door).
- @4.30: Leave Petersfield.
- @6.30: arrive back at Herts University.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Seniors confirm training and first fixture
U15s v Hampshire, 27th September - and other U15 news
- Abbie Maxwell (Welwyn)
- Chloe-Jean Carpenter (Saracens)
- Olivia Lee (Welwyn)
- Melissa Gargaro (Saracens)
- Nancy Harrison (OAs)
- Amber King (Welwyn)
- Rachel Selwood (Welwyn)
- Bryony Pomfret (Welwyn)
- Lotte Clapp (Welwyn)
- Penny Gilbert (Saracens)
- Sidney Nurthern (Welwyn)
- Beth Summerfield (Welwyn)
- Kate Summerfield (Welwyn)
- Ellie Huhrer (Welwyn)
- Phoenix Page (Hertford)
- Ellah Hughes (Letchworth)
- Stevie Farrow (Welwyn)
- Sydney Gregson (Letchworth)
Herts Womens and Girls Rugby Development Group Meeting Mon 21st Sept 09
Thursday, September 03, 2009
Hertfordshire senior trials and fixtures
Stevenage Rugby Club - SG1 4BB. Jo will publish the timings and any other details shortly.
London and South East County Tournament details also appear below. This involves three weeks of games at different venues. These dates may be subject to change due to the first games showing as 27th Sept - for many teams this had been the 1st training session. If it is kept as it is, we will discuss and arrange a training date before this.
Dates -
- 13th Sept - Trials at Stevenage RFC
- 27th Sept - L&SE fixtures v Middlesex and Sussex (Middlesex - TBC)
- 14th Oct - Scheduled as Training - location TBC
- 18th Oct - L&SE fixtures v Essex and Bucks (Hertfordshire - TBC)
- 15th Nov - L&SE finals (one game) (Essex - TBC)
- Further Training to be scheduled.
The county are also looking to do a tour in March / April with games against Cornwall and Devon. Dates and locations for this will be confirmed. Contact Jo if you have any questions.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
RFUW survey: U18 to Senior Rugby
Many of you will be heading off to university soon and will be looking to continue your rugby journey at this important time in your life. You will have loads to think about, and rugby may not be something you have considered yet.
It isn’t our decision where you play rugby, and we would never try to make that choice for you. However, below are some questions that you should be asking yourself when thinking about your options. Remember though that these are only a few suggestions; there are many more aspects to consider:
- Will you playing regular rugby, at a level that is right for you?
- Will you have access to high quality coaching, that is matched to your skill level and ability?
- Will you have to travel long distances to get to training?
- Does the club have a good off field set up, i.e. are there good people behind the scenes to help you out in your transition to senior rugby?
http://www.rfu.com/SelectSurveyNET/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=m2MLll2"
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Herts County Girls Trial Sun 13th September Welwyn RFC
All 9-17 Age Players, regardless of level of experience, are invited to attend, but must bring a signed Parental Consent Form, available from their Club Coach / Manager, with them on the day to give to the County Age Group Team Managers on arrival.
In addition attendees should also bring: Clothing suitable for playing Rugby in either Hot or Cold Weather (depending on conditions on the day); Trainers or Boots (dependent on the Ground conditions); Mouthguard: plenty of Liquid; Energy Bars.
All Players are asked to arrive by 12.45 and they will be split into the 3 Age Groups: Under 12 (School Years 5,6,7), Under 15 (School Years 8,9,10) and Under 18 (School Years 11, 12, 13) by the respective County Coaches. Each Age Group will have a separate Pitch and Training / Trial will start after 1.00.
The number of Players attending will dictate whether Herts Girls will be able to field an 'A' and 'Development' side at each Age Group in the 2009-10 Season.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Hertfordshire senior trials
Tuesday, June 02, 2009
Grants from district councils for county and regional players
Monday, May 25, 2009
National Girls 7's 2009 Results Harpenden RFC 23rd May
Cup: Winners - Worcester; R/U - Welwyn.
Plate: Winners - H3; R/U - Exeter Saracens.
U18's:
Cup: Winners - Reading; R/U - Welwyn.
Plate: Winners - Letchworth; R/U - H3.
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Herts Girls 7's 2009 Results Old Albanians RFC 17th May
Cup: Winners - Hertford; R/U - Stevenage.
U15's:
Cup: Winners - Paviors; R/U - Worcester.
Plate: Winners - Hertford; R/U - Bucks Cluster.
Bowl: Winners - Saracens; R/U - West Oxon
Shield: Winners - Oakmedians; R/U - Old Northamptians.
Egg Cup: Winners - Old Albanians; R/U - Letchworth
U18's:Cup: Winners - Welwyn; R/U - Reading.
Plate: Winners - Burfield; R/U - West Oxon.
Bowl: Winners - Suffolk Sabres; R/U - Bucks Cluster.
Shield: Winners - Plymouth; R/U - Saracens.
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Girls National Cup Finals Lichfield RFC 10th May
Worcester 8 Reading 24
National Under 15 Cup Final:
Paviors 3 Welwyn 5
Wednesday, May 06, 2009
Worthing 10's Girls Festival Results
Cup: Winners - Kent.
Plate: Winners - Worthing.
U15's:
Cup: Winners - Paviors; R/U - Welwyn.
Plate: Winners - Cardiff HSOB; R/U - Folkstone.
Shield: Winners - Worcester; R/U - South Sussex
U18's:
Cup: Winners - Ellingham and Wimborne; R/U - Reading.
Plate: Winners - Oakmedians; R/U - Letchworth.
Monday, May 04, 2009
Girls National Emerging Schools Competition
There were 2 previous Rounds that they had won through:
- Semi-Final stage at Staines RFC on the Morning of the Final.
- London North stage where they had played against Barking Abbey (Essex), Queens (Bushey Herts), Nobel (Stevenage Herts) and Waldergrave (Middlesex).
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Draw for Herts 7s 2009
- Group A : Worcester, Berks Barbarians, Norfolk Nomads, Old Northamptonians, Letchworth
- Group B : London Irish, Bucks Jesters, West Oxon, Ealing, OAs
- Group C : Paviors, Oakmedians, Saracens, Hertford, Wasps
- Group D : Welwyn, Aylestone St. James, Plymouth Albion, Camberley, Stevenage
- Group A : Paviors, Suffolk Sabres, Saracens, West Oxon
- Group B : Reading, Aylestone St. James, Thomas Beckett, Hertford
- Group C : Letchworth, Oakmedians A, Ealing, Old Northamptonians
- Group D : Welwyn, Bucks Jesters, Plymouth Albion, Oakmedians B
Sunday, April 26, 2009
RFUW National Cup results 26th April
Reading qualify and play Worcester in the Final at Litchfield RFC on 10th May
National Cup U15 Southern Final Group Reading RFC:
- North Dorset 0 Welwyn 17
- Thornbury 0 Welwyn 26
- London Irish 5 Welwyn 19
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Canadian U18 tourists need summer fixtures
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Gloucester City 10's Hartpury College 18 + 19 April Results
Cup: Winners - Drybrook+Hucclecote; Runners up - Worcester.
Bowl: Winners - Exeter; Runners up - Letchworth.
Plate: Winners - Welwyn; Runners up - Newquay+Colhumpton.
Under 15 Tournament:
Cup: Winners - Welwyn; Runners up - Worcester.
Bowl: Winners - Newquay; Runners up - Burfield.
Plate: Winners - Gloucester; Runners up - Old Northamptonians
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Free entry for U12 teams at Herts 7s!
Thursday, April 09, 2009
Free funding advice for all clubs
Sunday, April 05, 2009
RFUW National Cup results affecting Herts Clubs 5th April
Thornbury U18 0 Welwyn U18 22
Reading U18 12 Welwyn U18 0
U18 Southern Winners will be decided on 26th April
National Cup U15 South / South East / East Round London Irish RFC:
London Irish U15 0 Welwyn U15 38
Ellingham U15 12 Welwyn U15 19
London Irish U15 and Welwyn U15 progress to the Southern Final Group Stage on 26th April
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Under 18 Regional Festival Litchfield RFC
The East U18 Squad of 22 included 11 Herts Players who their first National Regional Title since 2004.
East U18 finished top of their Group by beating Osprey's, the Wales Regional Representatives, 7-0 (scorers: Hannah Gallagher Herts Tx1; Emily Scott Essex Cx1) and South East 7 - 0 (scorers: Francesca Jordon Essex Tx1; Hannah Gallagher Herts Cx1).
In the Semi-Final South West South were beaten on 19-5 (scorers: Emily Scott Essex Tx1, Cx2; Alex Robertson Herts Tx1; Georgia Peedle Herts Tx1).
In the Final against South, East won a fierce game 15-3 (scorers: Megan Williams Herts Tx1; Alex Robertson Herts Tx1; Emily Scott Essex Cx1; Px1).
Monday, March 16, 2009
Under 15 Regional Festival Litchfield RFC
East U15 finished top of their Group by beating South West South 10 - 7 (scorers: Abbie Cook Essex Tx1; Amber King Herts Tx1), and North East 27 - 0 (scorers: Lotte Clapp Herts Tx2; Charlie Fallona Herts Tx1; Maddy Lockwood Essex Tx1; Sidney Nurthern Herts Tx1; Lucie Wood Essex Cx1).
In the Semi-Final South West North were beaten on 31-0 (scorers: Lotte Clapp Herts Tx2; Courtney Arberry Herts Tx1; Abbie Cook Essex Tx2; Abbie Maxwell Herts Cx3).
In the Final against Wales Regional Winners Cardiff Blues, East were 0-10 down within 5 minutes, but clawed back to level at 10-10 with Tries from Amber King Herts and Courtney Arberry Herts before conceding a converted try in the last minute.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
National 7s returns to Hertfordshire
Thursday, March 05, 2009
Women's team included in new rugby TV show
RFU Activate newsletter looks at girls' rugby
Counties Lead the WayWest Mids has played host to the same county sides every year as far as girls U15s and U18s has been concerned. However, this year, thanks to the work of the North Mids W & G forum, both Shropshire and Greater Birmingham have managed to ensure that youth activity has provided them with players for county activity. Worcestershire, Herefordshire, Warwickshire, Gtr Birmingham and Shropshire all put girls forward for the tournament that took place on 14th December 08 at Southam RFC. The tournament was the result of the hard work of volunteer Nadine Attwell (Warwickshire female ref) and Matt Smith from Southam RFC who organised everything about the day. All girls and volunteers found the day to be a huge success – if a little cold and wet and are already looking forward to the next event in Dec 09. Seniors Follow in Youth Team FootstepsWith the success of the youth CB work led by Ken James (Paviors) and Mick Kemp (North Hykeham), Claire McGinley (Derby) decided to pull together the first ever NLD senior Ladies side. Thanks to support from the W & G forum and from the NLD CBRDP, Claire enlisted the support of coach Simon Jones (Staffs) and they both managed and coached a squad of 30+ senior players from the NLD area to their first triangular tournament, where they drew with Staffs seniors and beat Leicestershire seniors. This programme – thanks to Claire and Simon’s hard work – is set to continue again from September ’09. This The
| Youngsters secure funding for Oxfordshire Girls RugbyPlayers from the U18 Oxfordshire Girls Cluster team have made a successful application to the Youth Opportunities Fund (YOF). Girls rugby in Oxfordshire has been on a rapid rise in terms of the numbers of girls playing the game, the number of matches being arranged and the number of clubs offering rugby for girls. Much of this is down to the hard work of the club volunteers who work closely together to make sure there are regular fixtures for the girls at club or County level. The U18 players decided it was time to do some work themselves and held a meeting to work on a project plan to access funding from YOF. The announcement the England will host the 2010 Women’s Rugby World Cup has generated much excitement and the girls saw this as the perfect target to work towards. Knowing that the profile of the World Cup will raise interest in the game, the girls have planned for meeting the demand for Girls Rugby in season 2010-2011. The plan includes providing kit and equipment to run effective sessions, putting more people on coaching courses, ensuring volunteers are trained in First Aid, and accessing other courses such as Business or Management Skills. Oxfordshire County Council was on hand at Witney RFC to present a cheque for £3,000 to fund the project. Wasps and England A Captain, Claire Purdy was invited to attend and she congratulated the girls on their achievement and wished them success with the project. Claire then offered some coaching guidance to the players before watching the two cluster matches |
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Girls Regional Games 22nd February Sleaford RFC
Yorkshire U18 12 East U18 51 (Emily Scott Essex Tx1, Hannah Gallagher Herts Tx2 Cx7, Alex Robertson Herts Tx1, India Harvey Essex Tx1, Sacha Acheson Eastern Counties Tx1, Georgia Peedle Herts Tx3).
Under 15:
Yorkshire U15 12 East U15 35 (Amber King Herts Tx1, Sidnie Nurthen Herts Tx1, Lotte Clapp Herts Tx3, Yas Pemberton Essex Tx1, Rachel Mccullough Herts Tx1).
Monday, February 23, 2009
East versus Thames Valley U18 Girls: Match report
Thames Valley then won a line out but the up-and-under from the outside-half (who kicked well all game) went sidewards and East began to move up the pitch. Thames Valley knocked-on giving East a scrum on the half-way line. The East scrum was under pressure all first half but good picking up and breaks by Sasha allowed East to get into Thames Valley territory for the first time. Now it was East’s turn to attack and Thames Valley had to kick to relieve pressure on several occasions allowing East backs to charge back.
East backs began to look dangerous with Hannah Gallagher a constant threat at outside half. The first East try came from a ruck, the ball was sent down the back line and Megan Williams burst into the line and side stepped the full back to score under the posts. Hannah Gallagher converted. East maintained the pressure after the restart and Hannah Gallagher broke through to score the second try. The first half finished at East 12 Thames Valley 0.
East kicked off and immediately put TV under pressure as they tried to run from defence -- big hits coming in particularly from Frankie Dawson. Thames Valley were now struggling to relieve their lines with the East back row putting the scrum half and outside half under pressure. From a ruck just inside TV half Emma Burgess burst forward and then set the backs flowing with India putting Hannah Gallagher in the clear. A great cover tackle by the TV girls stopping the try. East were now dominating the scrums allowing good ball for the backs. An inside pass from Emily Scott allowed Hannah Gallagher to slice through the defence and get over the try line to score. Hannah converted to make the score 19-0.
Thames Valley now fought back into the game and a cross field kick put pressure on East backline and the resulting scrum went to TV on East’s 5 metre line. Pressure was maintained for 5 minutes but East tackling was superb. The East forwards then took a scrum against the head and cleared their lines. Great line out catching by number 18 helped East move up the field and then in a replay of the earlier move Emma Burgess charged forward and then set the backs going. The ball moved smoothly through the entire backline and Frenchie spun through the tackle to score in the corner.
East were now showing all kinds of tricks with Emily Scott juggling the ball and carrying it on the back of her neck for 5 meters. East continued with flowing back line attacks and Hannah Gallagher broke through again to score a hat-trick. Emily Scott hit the posts in attempting the conversion. The final minutes saw another charge by Sasha. The ball was recycled and Sam Voyle made good ground before sending India over the final try.
Final scoreline was East 34 Thames Valley 0
Friday, February 20, 2009
IMPORTANT: County games this Sunday
Dear All,Please may I remind everyone that there will be the opportunity of a friendly game this Sunday 22nd February for U15s and U18s at:Gravesend Rugby Club,Donald Biggs Drive,Gravesend,Kent DA12 2LTTel: 01474 534840www.gravesend-gremlins.org.ukThis is an open invite for all players not involved in the regional games on Sunday. It's been a while since many of the girls have played and this is an ideal opportunity for a friendly, fun game! There will be food available afterwards and a physio in attendance. I will be there and will look after any players/parents travelling without their club coach.Herts players have been invited and some will be attending. We would also like to extend this invite to any Sussex and Essex players and hope some of you can make it!KO at 1:30pm. - Please arrive after 12:30 p.m.Directions are:From the A2 you take the exit signposted Gravesend/Meopham and follow the A227 towards Gravesend. At the first set of traffic lights turn right into Cross Lane, follow the road over the crossroads until you arrive at a roundabout, you need to take the 3rd exit into Old Road East, continue on this road through a set of traffic lights until you arrive at a roundabout. Take the first exit into Milton Road. Keep going on this road for about 1 mile, you will go past a couple of shopping parades on your right. As you come past Milton Church and G&M Motors on your right you will see GRFC on your left.If you get lost please call the clubhouse on 01474 534840
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Girls Regional Games 15th February St Albans School Ground
Under 18:
- East U18 34 (Rachel French Essex TX1, Hannah Gallagher Herts Tx3 Cx2, Megan Williams Herts TX1, India Harvey Essex TX1) Thames Valley U18 0.
- South East U18 12 East Midlands U18 53.
Under 15:
- South East U15 0 East Midalnds U15 10.
- East U15 20 (Amber King Herts Tx1, Sydnie Grace Herts Tx1, Charlie Faloona Herts Tx1, Yas Pemberton Essex Tx1 )Thames Valley U15 33
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Herts Sevens 2009: Entries now open
The key objective remains the same as last year which is to provide a festival where as many girls can take part as possible, so entries from combined teams from more than one club will be allowed, and a “Barbarian” side at each age group will also be organised if needed.
Please note however that places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis. Once 16 teams have applied at each age group, entries will be closed. Clubs wishing to take part are urged to get their entries in early.
Friday, February 06, 2009
Opening Round of Regional Matches Postponed
Saturday, January 17, 2009
East Region Girls Trial Sun 11th Jan 2009
Under 18
- Milly Fuggles
- Alice Nee
- Frankie Dawson
- Jess Robinson
- Geri Thomas
- Claire Shutler
- Hannah Gallagher
- Sam Voyle
- Alex Robertson
- Georgia Peedle
- Megan Williams
Under 15
- Abbie Maxwell
- Charlie Faloona
- Scarlett Cooper-Wall
- Sydnie Grace
- Courtney Arberry
- Bryony Pomfret
- Shira Kilgallon
- Lotte Clapp
- Sidney Nurthen
- Rachel Mccullough
- Melissa Gargaro
- Amber King
Congratulations to all of them and we wish them the best of luck in the Regional Programme which culminates in the National Festival on the weekend of 14-15 March 2009.