Babz’s Blog no 11
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Babz’s Blog No. 11
Sorry for the long break in the blogs, but here goes the news from the world of Babz!
Number One – Ventnor are promoted! Well done to Fergie and all of the players who have represented the 1st XV this season. A great effort but now we must push on to actually win the league & become Champions!
A big thanks has to go out to Dave Ball for his commitment to the coaching this season – a massive factor in our promotion. Another factor has to be the 2nd XV being so strong (and knocking on the door of promotion from their Merit table themselves. Well done Mike & all of the 2nd XV lads!
Although promotion is ours and the championship is within our grasp, the players must not let up with training. There are 2 sessions a week at the club now & it is vital that as many attend as possible so that we are in tiptop condition for the final push!
A big thanks to Damo & Rosco who have taken on the cleaning of the club twice a week. They could do with a hand so that the walls, outside, the shower and toilets can get a good going over too. If you can spare an hour a week please contact Damo (07900628637).
Tour – as you know Nolan has organised the tour for this year, please contact him regarding payments and numbers. I hope to have an update on Tour news by next week, in a special Tour edition!
Congratulations to Trist & Gemma on their recent Marriage, I understand a good night was had by all those who attended their reception on Saturday
Over the next couple of months we have some big social events coming up. On Easter Weekend we have the Tournament – I think Andy has 3 teams confirmed, plus the Oompah night. For those of you who have been over the last few years you know what a great night this is, so go dust off your Lederhosen & hats! In May we have the Annual dinner at the Eversley & we hope to have our grand Auction sometime in June. Plus I think Nolan has a couple of events up his sleeve!
This weekend, Billy Bob moved house. He’s moved upmarket to the “Blackgang Road” end of Niton – no coincidence that it is nearer to the pub. He has enlisted the help of the Babington, Champion & Taylor removal firm, who did the bulk of the work with Tom! In fact Rory (Matt’s young son) lifted more than Bob. I found my missing rugby boots in one room! Bob’s idea of packing left a lot to be desired, & in the end we moved the fridge, Freezer & washing machine with all their contents still intact! I hope he got it all done in the end!
I have been on Jury service this last week, unfortunately when I did get selected to appear as a juror I knew some of the people involved in cases! (Surprise, surprise, ed’) I was determined to send someone down! I am not sure the black cap & cape went down to well!
Congratulations to the 2nd XV who won again away from home at Aldershot & Fleet they are doing their chances of promotion no harm at all.
Finally James has set up a challenge for all to have their “Mugs” (VRFC Mugs) photographed in the most unusual places. Check the website for more photos (when it’s back up!)
James also reports that the RFU Raffle deadline is now closed. Thanks to everyone who managed to sell tickets in these difficult financial times. The eventual total was £836 which means £752.40 (90%) goes into the club’s coffers. A great effort.
Well that’s the news for now, we have a committee meeting on Tuesday & will keep you posted on any news coming from that.
Well done to one and all for Promotion, the club is back and on the up, keep it going & keep supporting YOUR club.
Cheers
Babz
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