On a very windy day at Watcombe Bottom, Ventnor 1XV hosted Tottonians 2XV in what looked to be a very exciting game.It was from the offset a game with great energy shown from both sides.The scores were opened up by the away side, great support and pressure from the forwards lead to a try near …
Unfortunately, due to injuries and absences, Ventnor RFC were only able to travel with 13 players this week. 2 of which were in their 50s. However, this did not deter them, and so lead to one of those games the players will be talking about for years. Due to the very hard playing surface, Ventnor …
A Performance of Promise by Ventnor Without several first-team regulars, Ventnor put on a promising performance in a loss to Romsey in their first Hampshire Division One game of the year where the final score was hardly a reflection of their quality in many aspects of their game. Notably, through Price, Jones and Pratt in …
It was another sunny day at Watcombe Bottom as Ventnor RFC took on Isle of Wight RFC in the Hampshire Plate. With it being the opening game of the season for both clubs, it promised to be it’s usual competitive derby clash. A minutes silence was held before the game in remembrance of Carl Crawley, …
Ventnor RFC hosted touring side Harwich and Dovercourt RUFC to kick start preparations for the new 2019/20 season starting in September. Both teams played with mixed squads to get as many players game time as possible. The game was played in fantastic spirits with referee Matt Edwards commenting on the great atmosphere between the 2 well-connected clubs. …
The last home game of the season for Ventnor proved to be one of the most entertaining, with end to end rugby on the fast, hard track. Both sides started well with strong running lines and hard tackles, in a fixture that both sides had earmarked as a winnable game. Romsey took the first points …
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] After a hard fought loss last weekend on the road to Southampton RFC, Ventnor were keen to return to winning ways in their penultimate home game of the season. The game started well for Ventnor, with Andrew Gough scoring from a quick tap penalty early on. Andover …
Match report Southampton RFC 2XV 34-26 Ventnor RFC 2XV 2 March 2019 Ventnor’s Mighty Lions (Ventnor RFC 2XV) travelled away to Southampton RFC 2XV. Going from 11 to 8 players 3 hours before kick off, they knew it would be a tough day. However, they managed to beg to borrow and steal a few players …
With a few changes to the side from the previous week, Ventnor RFC entertained the high flying Farnborough RFC who’s revitalised side have been running riot in many games this season. A large crowd attended the match with the visitors bringing a coach load and Ventnor hosting an 80s reunion with over 20 former players meeting to watch …
Ellingham & Ringwood RFC 1st XV 63 – 0 Ventnor RFC 1st XV Due to some late call-offs, Ventnor travelled with a bare fifteen players to face a well-drilled Ellingham and Ringwood team who are currently flying high in Hampshire League One. Despite this, the scoreline does not remotely reflect the action on the pitch …
Ventnor RFC 1XV 12 – 27 Overton RFC 1XV After a few games of fluctuating form, Ventnor went into this weekends game with a positive attitude and a determination to play the kind of rugby they all know they are capable of. As the mist passed the game kicked off, but it soon became apparent …
Match report Ventnor RFC 1XV v Southampton RFC 1XV 03/11/2018 Ventnor RFC 1XV 63 – 22 Southampton RFC 1XV In the dwindling autumn sun, Ventnor have the home crowd another win to cheer about. The game started hesitantly from Ventnor as the mental challenge of playing against a side short of full numbers …
Match report Farnborough RFC v Ventnor RFC 1XV 27/10/2018 Farnborough RFC 93 – 3 Ventnor RFC 1V With many changes to the team from the previous week, Ventnor travelled to top of the league Farnborough. Right from the off, it was clear the larger pack of Farnborough’s was going to dominate the game. AJ Wells …
Match report Ventnor RFC 1XV v Isle of Wight RFC 1XV 20/10/2018 Ventnor 9 – 7 Isle of Wight. Derby days mean a lot to both clubs. The game was set to be physical and tough and it didn’t disappoint. There was a great atmosphere at the club with the sun shining upon the large …
Trojans RFC 2XV 5 v 29 Ventnor RFC 1XV This was Ventnor’s first playing experience of one of the newly introduced second teams of some of the bigger clubs in Hampshire. These second teams have to play with their own registered players, as part of Hampshire’s experimental new league structure. Despite a large number of …
Ventnor 1XV first win of the season has come in a form they did not want. Unfortunately, Winchester 2XV failed to travel to Watcombe Bottom, citing lack of available players despite fielding a 3XV elsewhere, handing Ventnor a Home Walkover Over (HWO). The island team now receive 5 league points, equivalent to a bonus point …
Ventnor RFC 1XV 13 – 22 Locks Heath Pumas RFC 1XV On a sunny September afternoon, Ventnor hosted Lockheath Pumas for the second league fixture of the season. Feeling confident going into the game, Ventnor made great early progress. Momentum swung back and forth in the opening exchanges with strong carries off Edwards and Jones, …
Match report Ventnor RFC 1XV v Alton RFC 1XV 08/09/2018 The first league match of the season was a trying one for Ventnor RFC 1XV, despite the home advantage Alton RFC came with a strong, well prepared squad and an especially nimble back line. The first points of the game went to Alton with a …
So here we are, our final home game of the season as the 1st XV entertain Overton RFC with a 3pm kick off. And not only that we have another game for you as the 2nd XV host Alton RFC at Rew Valley again with a 3pm kick off. Please make every effort to come …
Ventnor in Hampshire Division 1 rugby next season with home win Ventnor RFC 1XV 64-8 Fareham Heathens RFC Sat 26 March 2011 An emphatic win against Fareham Heathens RFC guaranteed Ventnor Hampshire Division 1 rugby next season for Ventnor RFC 1XV. Both teams enjoyed possession in a cagey first 20 minutes, before Shaun Williams broke …
Ventnor on Track with home win Southampton RFC 17-19 Ventnor RFC 1XV Sat 12 March 2011 Ventnor RFC 1XV won a Hampshire One game they threatened to dominate before nerves and poor tactics had them praying for the final whistle. Victory means their fate is in their own hands as the season draws to a …
Ventnor RFC 1Xv 24-3 Alresford RFC September 2009 match report Ventnor RFC 1XV kick-started their Hampshire Division 2 campaign with a hard-fought win over Alresford RFC in front of a good crowd at Watcombe Bottom. Ventnor took some time to settle and gave away far too many penalties, one of which was converted to give …
Kingsclere RFC 3-41 Ventnor RFC 1XV 9 October 2008 Match Report Ventnor RFC 1XV travelled away this weekend to north Hampshire in a fantastic day out for the club, as the side wreaked havoc on Kingsclere RFC. The team began the game well against this forward-orientated team with lots of experience. Ventnor opted to receive the …
Ventnor RFC 2XV 55-12 Aldershot and Fleet RFC match report Saturday 27th September 2003 A fine weekend was capped with a second XV victory that built on the momentum of the 50-plus point victory against Ryde two weeks ago. The day typified the great ethos of rugby with Sandown and Shanklin Rugby Club providing a …
Stoneham Park RFC 1XV 3-55 Ventnor RFC 1XV match report Hampshire League Division 3, Saturday 27th September 2003 Ventnor maintained their 100 percent record in Hampshire League Division 3 with a convincing win against Stoneham Park RFC. Dave Martin opened the scoring going from short range after good work from Bob Englegardt and the former …
Ventnor maintain their unbeaten league run Ventnor RFC 1XV 18-9 Petersfield RFC 1XV January 2000 Ventnor maintain their 100 percent league record and their position at the top of Hampshire League Division 1 with this hard-fought victory against Petersfield RFC 1XV. The Islanders enjoyed a lot of possession in the first half thanks mainly to …
Ventnor RFC 1XV 24-22 Old Gravesendians RFC November 1994 Match Report Ventnor RFC 1XV secured a place in the fifth round draw of the Pilkington Shield with victory over Old Gravesendians RFC in a thrilling encounter at Watcombe Bottom. As has been an otter the case this season it was the Ventnor forwards who provided …
Ventnor RFC 1XV 22-3 King Alfred’s College RFC February 1993 match report Ventnor RFC 1XV secured their fifth win in a row with a comfortable victory. King Alfred’s took the lead in the first half with a well-struck penalty. after Ventnor had been caught offside. The Islanders quickly replied when a well worked rolling maul …
Tottonians RFC 1XV 17-7 Ventnor RFC 1XV 30 January 1993 Match Report Ventnor produced a stirring performance to only go down narrowly against their Division I opponents. The islanders had the equal of Tottonians in the first half with the forwards winning good ball from ruck and maul situations. Ventnor deservedly look the lead after 15 …
Tottonians RFC 1XV 17-7 Ventnor RFC 1XV match report Saturday 30 January 1993 Ventnor produced a stirring performance to only go down narrowly against their Division 1 opponents. The Islanders had their equal of Tottonians RFC in the first half with the forwards winning good ball from ruck and maul situations. Ventnor RFC 1XV deservedly …