OPRFC Academy

U10's COACHES....
The club is pleased to announce we have forged new coaches for the U10’s for this coming 2007/2008 season. Ross Jackson will be heading up the U10’s with help from a former playing partner Rich Hardy.

U17'S PRE-SEASON TRAINING.....
The U17's pre-season training starts on Wednesday 27th June 2007 6.30 - 8pm. All new players welcome

SEAL OF APPROVAL.....
The club has offcially achieved its Seal of Approval Status. Our thanks goes out to Simon Tupper and Ryan Farrell for achieving this on behalf of the club.

WATCH OUT.....
Keep checking the site to see news of pre-season training, latest news, changes and gossip!!!

1ST XV COACHES.....
The club are please to announce that we have secured 2 new coaches for the 2007/2008 season:

• Dave Pointon – Dave is the head sports coach at St Peters the premier rugby school in the area. He in addition was 2^nd team captain at Gloucester and currently coaches Gloucester A, Gloucester Academy and has involvement with the 1^st team backs.
• Lee Fortey – Lee has just finished his contract at Worcester where he has been a key part of the Premiership squad. He is currently recovering from a broken shoulder and has coached Gordon League for the last 2 seasons.

DATE	TEAM	FIXTURE	VENUE	TIME	NOTES
2007/2008	U9's	Training	Home	Sept 2007
2007/2008	U10's	Training	Home	Sept 2007
2007/2008	U11's	Training	Home	Sept 2007
2007/2008	U12's	Training	Home	Sept 2007
2007/2008	U13's	Training	Home	Sept 2007
2007/2008	U14's	Training	Home	Sept 2007
2007/2008	U15's	Training	Home	Sept 2007
2007/2008	U16's	Training	Home	Sept 2007
27th June 2007	U17's	Training	Home	06.30pm
2007/2008	COLTS	Training	Home	Sept 2007
2007/2008	WOMENS	Training	Home	Sept 2007

 

The OPRFC have a proud history of junior and youth rugby and regard it as the life blood of the club. Various junior and youth age groups are catered for. While many of our juniors have played at high representative levels, our primary focus is on skill development, enjoyment and participation. As a family club we expect high standards of sportsmanship from all involved in junior rugby - player, coaches and parents. Strongly aware of our responsibilities to our young players, all coaches and administrators are familiar with, and strictly apply the RFU guidelines on child protection .

 

The Old Patesians RFC are currently looking for players for all levels from 1st XV to 4th XV & Colts XV. Do you fit the bill? Do you want to join a club that has an enviable reputation and a fantastic atmosphere. If so contact either Dave Kingscott 07843 477479, Colin Smith 07973 922535 or Ryan Farrell 07787 547405. Alternatively, email the webmaster and your message will be forwarded to them.