Babz Blog no. 12
Well, first things first “We are the Champions”. Well done to all involved with the 1st XV this season on clinching the Hampshire Division III title. I only wish I had been there Saturday instead of hugging the loo all night (not alcohol inflicted!).
I want to say well done to all those who have played this season, and also to Ferg and Dave for their hard work. It just shows how commitment to training and good coaching can make things happen. I also want to congratulate Flanny on his work with the 2nd XV who, had the opposition honoured fixtures against us, would too have been promoted (and may be still dependant on decisions by the HRFU).
The most pleasing aspect of all is the way in which both teams have played, open and attractive rugby, and hard and resilient defence.
The week before the final championship winning game we had our annual Easter tournament which went well on the pitch and even better off it! The Oompah night was a terrific night full of song, beer, games, beer, music, beer and nakedness! There are many pictures on Facebook!
The season has been a real success and this is done to great commitment form so many people, and I would like to thank the following people:
Dave for his commitment to the coaching this season
Both Skippers, well done lads (one game cancelled all season is true testament to the work you put in)
All the committee for your support and hard work
All those who have worked in the kitchen and behind the bar
John Newton for the food
Zoë for her efforts with the players, getting them fit and back playing
Damo and Rosco and their team of domestics who have been cleaning the clubhouse. Really great work.
All of our sponsors, much appreciated and I hope we can count on your continued support
All of our supporters, both home and away.
If I have missed anyone , sorry!
Our next event is the Annual Dinner Dance at the Eversley. If it’s half as good as it was last year, it will be a great night. We have some tickets remaining, so please get hold of Dave Martin ASAP on vrfc@tiscali.co.uk or 07794 308103. It’s on 9th May in case you didn’t know!
The AGM is on 22nd May at the club and all draught beer is £1 a pint, and please make every effort to attend.
We are running the Grand Auction in July, and we need you to start looking at “promises” and also thinking of what you can donate. If you have a holiday home, a boat or can donate some time that would be great . . . Anything you can do please let me know so I can put together a list of Auction items.
If you haven’t already bought your brick for the front of the bar please do so (only £20) it would be nice to have a full bar before the beginning of the new season in Division II. Contact James with what you require on your brick.
Rog Evans has organised the pitch to be re-seeded and have some work being done on it, so currently the pitch is out of bounds. I will be putting a sign up saying “keep off the grass” this does refer to the pitch and not a reference to Rosco and Jim’s smoking habits!!!
Finally Zoë is organising a VRFC team to take part in the Row for Life taking place in Newport 3rd – 5th July. If you fancy helping or taking part contact Zoe on 07769 693425 or check out the website www.africaschild.org.uk
Thanks again to EVERYONE for a great season and I hope that you have a good off-season and see you at the Dinner. I will keep you all in touch over the summer with developments and any other news.
Cheers
Babz
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