Club Events
The next two weekends mark the 40th anniversary of VRFC. This coming weekend, 27/28 September 2014, is exactly 40 years since the first game, a narrow 8 point away win at Havant Mariners. The following weekend 4/5 October 2014, marks the anniversary of first home game, a 21 point win over US Saracens. The game …
Hampshire Division 2 Ventnor RFC 1st XV 31-0 Kingsclere Ventnor started their season off with a win at Watcombe Bottom this weekend. With new 1st team captain Todd Riches, Ventnor were fired up for their opening game of the season against Kingsclere a team that has moved to Hampshire 2 from the Kent league last …
Hampshire Division 2 Ventnor 1st XV v Kingsclere Kick off 3pm Ventnor Squad: T. Price, L. Jones, D.Newbury, N. Turner, J. Morley, P. Berry, T. Penner, T. Riches (c), A. Marriott, D. Marriott, F. Kenny, S. Lines, G. Davies, W. Babington, M. Cripps, M. Turner, S. Williams, A. Pratt jnr Match Sponsors: Perks of Ventnor, …
TO VP’S OLD BOYS & FRIENDS YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED FOR LUNCH & REFRESHMENTS ON SATURDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER 1230 FOR 1300 TO HELP CELEBRATE OUR FIRST VP & TRUSTEES’ MEETING IN OUR FOURTIETH YEAR WATCH OUR FIRST LEAGUE GAME V KINGSCLERE FOR 2014-2015 SEASON WE HOPE TO FILL 40 PLACES GUEST SPEAKER : CELEBRATION TIES …
Ventnor RFC have a number of sponsorship options available to both businesses and individuals. These options are: Option 1 – £50 min • Invite to watch sponsored match • Pre-match drink • Name displayed on clubhouse sponsor board • Name attached to match report in media Option 2 – £100 min • As Option 1 …
Ventnor RFC would like to publically thank the businesses, individuals and organisations who have once again shown their generosity in ensuring the future of rugby in Ventnor for the 2014-15 season. The club as whole recognise the importance of your financial support and would like to thank: Perks of Ventnor Ayres-Punchard Abacus Express Logistics Bill …
The end of the Pentanque season saw the Tonkers finish in style with a 3-0 win over Plessy Hotshots. So the boules have been put away for another year. And remember you are all welcome to come and play next season. August 2014 20th Travellers Joy 33 v 26 Ventnor Tonkers 27th Ventnor Tonkers 29 …
After a hard fought season VRFC Tonkers lost the last two games of the season to Camphill Rollers and Newport Keepers which ended their fight for promotion. A creditable 4th in League Two and plenty to build on for next season. Remember if you fancy playing next season, which I know some of you do …
The 1st XV will be hosting Sandown and Shanklin on Thursday 28th August (tomorrow) with a 7pm Kick Off. The bar will be open so you can enjoy a nice mid week pint. The 2nd XV will be hosting Ryde on Saturday 30th August with a 345pm Kick Off League and Cup fixtures together with …
As some of you will already know we now have a new official Ventnor RFC Facebook page. Having worked on the website and Twitter etc for the last year or so it has become increasingly evident over the last few days that it is a lot easier to add photos to Facebook than it is …
THE OLD BOYS BIG LAMPSHADE DAY OUT! Saturday 22 November England v Samoa at Twickenham As last year we have been invited to play against the House of Commons & Lords XV, with a lunch after the game. There is travel to & from the Island (early start late back , England KO at 7pm) …
You can now follow your beloved VRFC in four, yes four places!!! Twitter (@VRFC1974), www.Ventnorrfc.com and now on its very own Facebook page www.facebook.com/ventnorrfc So get adding, following, sharing and liking!! There are several million photos to add which will gradually be shared over the coming weeks. They are both old and new so no …
DEAR ALL SATURDAY 26 TH JULY 9 AM IS DESIGNATED A WORK DAY THE PLAN IS TO: •Tidy the wood at the rear of the clubroom •Spring clean the kit room •Paint the picnic tables PLEASE COME & HELP THANK YOU
Yes, the wait is over! Pre-season training starts Thursday 26th June at 630pm at the club. Please make every effort to make these sessions so that we can start the season as we mean to carry on. Our new Captain needs your support and commitment and that starts with regularly attending training. Lets make this …
July 4th 2014 will see a variety of VRFC players, past and present, in an epic battle of leather on willow. The Damos Mighty Backs v Yakattack! The teams have been selected at random based on inability to play cricket and are as follows: Damos Mighty Backs D. Marriott (c) J. Morley (wk) A. Pratt …
Gents and ladies, ‘It is happening’ 22 November put this date in your diary. We have again managed to secure tickets for Ventnor Rugby Club members an away day to Twickenham to watch England v Samoa. On the same day VRFC vets have been challenged to a return match verses the Commons & Lords, who …
DEAR ALL THIS IS AN IMPORTANT TIME OF YEAR FOR THE CLUB THE REVIEW OF SPONSORS FOR NEXT SEASON IS STARTED ITS A TOP LINE MATTER, SPONSORS VERY MUCH HELP SUSTAIN OUR CLUB IF YOU@VE ANY IDEAS PLEASE CONTACT ROG rogerevans515@btinternet.com THANK YOU
Rugby World Cup 2015 Tickets Ventnor Rugby Club have a terrific opportunity to purchase RWC Tickets! The club have been allocated 4 tickets per game for the 10 Twickenham matches including the World Cup Final, plus 4 tickets per game for the 38 games being played at other stadiums. ALL clubs members can apply for …
As many of you are aware the club only exists because of the hard work put in by its many members. This work is unpaid and at times is not even noticed, but with out it this club would not exist. So…….Are you able to help cover the bar for a couple of hours on …
April 2014 9th Brighstone Bandits 38 v 25 Tonkers 16th Tonkers 25 v 36 Brighstone Badgers 23rd Barn Stars 18 v 32 Tonkers 30th Ventnor Rejects 30 v 33 Tonkers May 2014 7th Tonkers 39 v 31 Fleming Magnets 14th Village Fokkers 39 v 13 Tonkers 21st Tonkers 32 v 22 Taverners Tornadoes 28th Camphill …
DEAR ALL A Group of Players are arranging to provide the Club with new kit. This is worth over a thousand pounds and more in the future. It includes shirts socks and shorts. By buying from Raging Bull it will allow VRFC to set up a Club Shop. The Players are organising a series of …
Sunday 16th March 2014 Ventnor RFC will host Vectis U13 v Havant U13 in the Hampshire Cup Semi Final. Kick Off 1130 Several of the Vectis players are brothers and sons of both current and ex Ventnor players. These players are the future of the club so come and support Newton, Malkin and Marsh juniors …
Update Friday 14th February 1500 No surprises but both games cancelled due to weather. Hants Division 2 Ventnor 1st XV v Petersfield 1st XV 1430 Kick Off Vice Presidents Day Match Sponsors: Simon Rodley, Stuart Blackmore, Jacobus Stemmet, Biz Burrows, Grahame Perks, Reynolds & Read and Ron Gisborn. Merit Table 2 Overton 2nd XV v …
Ladies and Gentlemen, The Pentanque season will be starting early April. If you wish to play, and this is open to anyone and everyone, please contact Mike Buttle on mikebuttle@yahoo.co.uk. Games are played on a Wednesday night at 8pm. Players need to be registered before the season starts so please contact Mike.
It was great to see so many VP’s back at the Club after such a long lay off. Congratulations go out to Bob Engels for his recognition and may thanks to Helen, Kay and Ang for running the catering. A fine speak from Adam sets the tone for another gathering in a few weeks. Well …
DEAR VRFC MEMBERS, OLD BOYS, VP’s, SPONSORS Ventnor Rugby Club 1pm Sat 1st Feb 2014 COME RAIN COME SHINE (YEAH RIGHT) LUNCHEON WILL BE ON NO MATTER WHAT! £5.00 per person vvvv PRESIDENTS WELCOME TO GUESTS vvvv BOB’s THOUGHT FOR THE DAY vvvv VP’s LUNCHEON vvvv SPECIAL CELEBRATION vvvv LIFE MEMBER ADAM PRATT vvvv EPISODE …
Hampshire Division 2 VRFC 1st XV v Fareham Heathens RFC 2pm KO Designated Vice Presidents Day Match Sponsors IW Owl & Falconry Centre, Mark Rogers, Smugglers Haven Tea Rooms, Paddingtons, Island Wine Co, The Leconfield, Sarah’s House.Com6 Team Sponsors AJ Wells and Wightlink Merit Table 2 Tottonians 4th v VRFC 2nd XV Cancelled Friday 31st …
Ventnor RFC held its first pub golf tournament on Saturday 18th January. A team from Ventnor lead by Nigel Malkin took on a rest of the world team lead by chairman Warren Riches in a nine hole contest. Both teams got off to a great start but as the tournament progressed the Ventnor team pulled …