Ventnor Rugby Club News Update 21 October 2025
The latest Ventnor Rugby Club news following recent fixtures, new events and Ventnor Rugby Club 50th Anniversary Replica Kits.
An outstanding Saturday at Watcombe where a large, knowledgeable crowd witnessed a brilliant display as Ventnor 1sts defeated a strong Tottonians 2nd XV with tries from Jacob Jordan (3), Harvey Wheeler, Hayden Lythgoe, Jewy Jones, Tom Scadden and Ben Souter. Josh Ford kicked seven conversions towards a final score of 54 – 14.
Jewy Jones took the A J Wells Man of the Match award and Ben Souter provided the Red Funnel Moment of the Match.
Ventnor 1sts now sit proudly at the top of the Hampshire Counties Three league with a maximum 15 points.
Ventnor 1st XV are now top of Hampshire Counties Three league with maximum points.
Ventnor Rugby Club 1XV Team, 18 October 2025:
Team: Rushton, Jones, D.Lythgoe, L.Morton (capt), Coltham, Coghlan, Jordan, H.Wheeler, Ford, Butler, H.Lythgoe, M.Wheeler, Branagh, Braham, Souter. Subs: Bexon-Smith, Hayman, Scadden
The A J Wells Man of the Man – Lewis ‘Jewy’ Jones
The Red Funnel Moment of the Match – Ben Souter
The Howden Insurance Supporter of the Day: Danny Newbery and Paul Berry
Coaches: Damien Marriott, Todd Riches and Andy Teague
Physio: Sarah Watt
Ventnor RFC would like to thank our sponsors for this match, namely:
Ayres Punchard Investment Management, Beach Events, Besty & Spinky’s, Blake’s Longshoremen, Briddlesford Lodge Farm, Cheetah Marine International, Corefix, MPR Stonemasonry, Solent.co, The Bonchurch Inn and TJ’s Gym and Fitness Studio.
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Ventnor 2nds fared less well when they travelled to play Tottonians RFC 3XV. Led by Jack Gilbey (because Jack Rushton was called into the 1sts team at the last moment) we were able to field a full squad of 18 but met a Tottonianss 3rd XV crammed with 1st XV players.
Despite the mismatch, the lads never gave up and scored a couple of excellent tries through Ed Blake in a 64 – 10 defeat. Ed and debutant Ben Mumford shared the A J Wells Man of the Match award while Jack Gilbey produced the Red Funnel Moment of the Match.
Ventnor Rugby Club 2XV Team, 18 October 2025:
Harry, Brown, Richardson, S. Frampton, D. Magnurson, Gilbey (capt), Rees, C. Magnurson, E. Blake, H. Ottley, Gray, L. Ottley, Mumford, Wood, Jacobson. Subs; N. Frampton, Martin, Peat, A.Ottley
The A J Wells Man of the Man – Ed Blake and Ben Mumford
The Red Funnel Moment of the Match – Jack Gilbey
The Howden Insurance Supporter of the Day: Claire Mumford
Coaches: Clive Cardwell-Hill and Dean Magnurson
Physio: Todd Connor
Ventnor Rugby Club Player Membership
Ventnor Rugby Club Player Membership is just £16 per month, with a range of benefits including exclusive use for players of the Ventnor Rugby Club Gym at Watcombe Bottom – sign-up to become a Ventnor Rugby Club Player
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Next Saturday, we were meant to be playing Nomads RFC in the 2nd round of the Plate but they’ve decided not to travel (having seen our results perhaps?) so we’re through to the third round which takes place on 31st January 2026 (details TBC).
So the next match at Watcombe will be the Ventnor Rugby Club 2nd XV game against Southampton RFC 2XV on 1st November 2025 (kick-off 2.30pm TBC.
The lads are organising a Ventnor Rugby Club Halloween Party 2025 at the club after the match.
All welcome. Costumes mandatory!
Ventnor Rugby Club 1XV 50th Anniversary Replica Kit is available now for a limited period
Ventnor Rugby Club 1XV 50th Anniversary Replica Kit is available now for a limited period – order by 31 October 2025
The Ventnor Rugby Club 1XV 50th Anniversary Replica Kit is available now for a limited period
These are the same design and type of kit introduced in the 50th Anniversary 2024-25 season for the Ventnor Rugby Club 1XV team.
You have the option to order for collection from the club, or UK wide delivery via Royal Mail.
Deliveries are expected within 5-6 weeks, after the closing date for orders but may be subject to change.
These items are made to order and exempt from the distance selling regulations. No refunds or returns. Your statutory rights are not affected.
Available now in the Ventnor Rugby Club Shop – order up to and including 31st October 2025 (23.59 GMT).
Ventnor Rugby Club 2XV 50th Anniversary Replica Kit is available now for a limited period
Ventnor Rugby Club 2XV 50th Anniversary Replica Kit is available now for a limited period – order by 31 October 2025
The Ventnor Rugby Club 2XV 50th Anniversary Replica Kit is available now for a limited period
The Ventnor Rugby Club 2XV 50th Anniversary Replica shirts are available, along with shorts.
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Ventnor Rugby Club, Watcombe Bottom Sports Centre, Watcombe Bottom, Whitwell Road, Ventnor, Isle of Wight, PO38 1LP – view on Google Maps
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It is FREE to attend and watch Isle of Wight rugby games at Ventnor Rugby Club, of both teams. The clubhouse and bar are open on match days: Ventnor Rugby Club Fixtures
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Please consider Ventnor Rugby Club Membership from £5p/m for a Ventnor RFC Vice President Membership – the club’s social membership (non-players).
Player Membership – £16 per month
Ventnor Rugby Club Player Membership is just £16 per month, with a range of benefits including exclusive use for players of the Ventnor Rugby Club Gym at Watcombe Bottom – sign-up to become a Ventnor Rugby Club Player
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Food Allergies & Intolerances
Food is prepared, cooked and served at Ventnor RFC home games and other Ventnor RFC events.
If you are attending a Ventnor Rugby Club fixture or event where food is served and you have a food allergy or intolerance please get in touch to provide details of your food allergy or intolerance.
This includes visiting players and supporters, along with anyone who may be visiting and eating food or drink served at the club.
You can of course chat with our caterers on the day of the fixture of event to discuss your allergy or intolerance.