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Academy, Youth and Minis Fixtures
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Ben Dane - New Club Captain
Westcliff RFC are pleased to announce Ben Dane as the new club captain. The executive committee would like to take this opportunity to thank Adam Blanche aka “Blanchie” who is stepping down from the role, for everything he has done as club captain, including being one of the instrumental people setting up our very successful Lion Cubs. Blanchie will continue to be involved with the ever growing Lion Cubs and next seasons U6’s.
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The Gables Venue Hire
A reminder that members can hire the club for £100 and there are limited dates left over the summer months! Coaches / teams can hire free of charge for fund raising nights, e.g. quiz or race nights.
Book early to avoid disappointment. Please email Sianne to get booked in.
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The Aaron Lewis Foundation (ALF) is hosting the ALF10s, at WRFC on Saturday the 13th July 2019.
The ALF was created by friends of Aaron Lewis – a Lieutenant in the 29 Commando Regiment, Royal Artillery; who was tragically killed in Helmand province of Afghanistan on 15th December 2008.
The tournament, run by Aaron's friends, is now in its 11th year and has helped to raise well over £150,000 to help local people.
What you need to know:
- Men's and Women’s Rugby Tournament
- Team entry is £150, payable by the 30th of May 2019.
- All teams will receive a crate of BEER and BBQ vouchers.
- £1000 prize money to the Men’s Cup Winners and £500 to the Women’s Winners.
- Children’s inflatable play area, outside bar and stores.
- Fancy dress and live music until late. And lots, lots more…
The tournament kicks off at 12.00 (tbc) with the guns of The Royal Artillery Association. If you are interested in entering a men’s or women’s rugby team, please email alf10s@outlook.com or contact Lewis Harvey on 07749 542051 for more information and payment details.
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WRFC Lionesses Finish Top of The Table
Westcliff Lionesses finish their first season top of the table and winning the NC South East South 3 league, beating Burgess Hill RFC 14-51. Westcliff sit 6 points clear at the top of the table.
With Westcliff’s final game away to Burgess Hill, the lionesses set off in their mini buses, thanks to the support and sponsorship of Saint Pierre School in Leigh on Sea.
Westcliff’s forwards preformed scrum after scrum, showing their strength and Burgess Hill were feeling the pressure, which didn’t help Burgess Hill when the ball came out of the scrum, Sophie Scanlon ripped the ball and ran through to score the second try for the Lionesses, this was followed by Scanlon getting another over the line, just 4 minutes later. Carla Kraken made the 4th try of the first half for the Lionesses, taking the score to impressive 0-25. Maddie Davies finished off the first half with another try in the corner, going into half time 0-32.
The sun was starting to get warm and it was the Lionesses turn to play uphill. The second half started slowly for the Lionesses letting in 2 soft tries. Sophie Scanlon soon put pay to this, when she got her hands on the ball and scored. This followed soon after by an amazing Try by Maddie Davies, which she converted herself. With 5 minutes to go, Burgess Hill didn’t give up, and they fought hard to the end, this wasn’t enough when Maddie again crossed the line for the final time for Westcliff ‘s final league game of their first season. Leaving the final score at 14-51.
The Lionesses train every Mon & Thur 7pm-8.30pm at WRFC and all are invited to attend.
Lionesses Pre-Match Lunch
The Lionesses last home game of the season will be on Sunday March 24th and as this may be their last game at the present clubhouse they will be celebrating with a pre-match lunch open to the whole club.
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Congratulations Toby Knight
The club are very pleased to announce, that U17 Toby Knight has been selected for the England U18’s training squad with the aim to make the tour squad to South Africa. Please join us in congratulating Toby on this excellent achievement and wish him all the very best as he continues his rugby journey.
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The New Clubhouse Development
It is with repeated disappointment that I have to inform members that the council have notified us that the new clubhouse will not be ready to hand over to us until, at the earliest the end of September due to ongoing issues with the utilities. I will of course keep you updated if and when I receive any further information. Click here for future updates and photos.
Pete Jones
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Legacy Fund
The Clubs current fund raising drive is for the Legacy Fund. The fund will be used to provide security for future rugby player generations by extending the lease of the New rugby club grounds and facilities. To find out more about the Legacy Fund and how to donate click here.
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Save The Date
The 2019 Dinner & Dance will be held on Friday the 22nd of November, 2019.
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Do you have any stories, photos or news for The Westcliff Word? Email Lewis Harvey
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Westcliff Family News
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