Mumbles Crusaders

DEVON TOUR INFO

2012-01-24T14:18:00.001-08:00

Hi Everyone

We're about to book the coach for the Crusaders' tour to Ilfracombe.

Depart Mumbles RFC -- Friday May 4th around 4.30 / 5 pm.

Return on Monday 7th May .

Estimated cost £35 a head.

As this is a team tour, we would like as many of us as possible to travel on the coach , together.

It will also help to keep costs down !

With this in mind, could you please let KAY know by SUNDAY 29TH JANUARY if you are NOT travelling on the coach.

Thank you

POST MATCH AT THE CLUB

2012-01-24T14:10:00.000-08:00

As we have a home game this weekend against Bonymaen, we are due to go back to the club after the final whistle for the players to enjoy the club catering.

This season there is a £10 subsidy due for each player at all age groups (some of you will have paid this already for other ages) to help towards the catering costs on a Sunday morning at the club.
This subsidy needs to be collected for the club ASAP, so there will be a form going out to everyone after training on Friday explaining the subsidy and asking for payment, which we can hopefully collect on Sunday.

We are also encouraging as many people back to the club as possible after our home games. As we are paying for the catering it makes sense that we use it as much as possible. It's also great for the boys to hang around together after the game, so it's not just all about the rugby and go home.

Remaining Fixtures now in the calendar

2012-01-12T11:27:00.000-08:00

The remaining fixtures for the season are now all in the Calendar
As previously, these are subject to all the usual forces of nature but hopefully we wont stray far from this.

TOUR UPDATE...

2012-01-03T11:38:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year to everyone!

Thanks to the fantastic efforts of the boys , coaches and parents we already have £1000 in our fundraising pot towards our tour to Ilfracombe in May.

We are confident of raising enough money to pay for all the boys to go on tour ie. £89 per boy .

We hope to have some left over also to go towards the cost of the coach.

If anyone would like to join the tour , who has not already done so , the final closing date is

THURSDAY 5 JAN. - YES , THURSDAY , THIS WEEK !

Please contact KAY as soon as possible . 07949 998772

Beach Rugby and Training

2011-12-27T09:22:00.000-08:00

Great game of rugby on the beach this afternoon. Well done to all the parents and to the boys for their victory (dubiously awarded by the TMO in the last seconds)
There will be training at Underhill this coming Friday at 11.00am - see you all there!

Crusaders v Parents

2011-12-26T07:14:00.000-08:00

We found this photo of the last time some of the Crusaders' parents played rugby and thought it might be nice to have a match against the boys for festive entertainment.
Dads AND MUMS, come and play against the Crusaders down Caswell (no mud mums)
Tuesday 27th December - HIGH NOON!

NOTE: WATCHING FROM THE CAFE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE TAKING PART!

2011-12-24T07:01:00.000-08:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS

Pencoed cancelled

2011-12-17T04:19:00.001-08:00

Unfortunately the pitches at Pencoed are all unplayable for this weekend. Obviously you will all be disappointed about not driving to Bridgend tomorrow morning!

We have arranged some training for the boys in the castle field on Sunday instead so they can run off some of their christmas excitement! Underhill will likely be waterlogged!

11.00am in the castle field

Game v Pencoed - Sun

2011-12-13T14:56:00.000-08:00

'twas the weekend before Christmas

Mums, don't get annoyed
We've a festive game of rugby
In a place called Pencoed

You may want to buy gifts
Take your boys with you shopping
Numbers for the game this weekend
Might be dropping

Fear not for reprisals
It's Christmas you see
If your family has plans for your boys
Let them be

The shout out on Teamer
To the whole squad did go
So if you cant make it
Just please reply NO

I am sure for Pencoed
We'll raise a fine squad of boys
That would rather play rugby
Than go shop for toys

In other words, the whole squad has been invited on teamer for our final game before Christmas
If you cant make it, please reply NO - and if you can please reply YES

Not rocket science, I know, but sometimes I wonder...

Training also on Friday at Bish Gym 4.30pm

ALSO....

LIVE MUSIC AT THE CLUB THIS SATURDAY!

The (new) CONTENDERS

Come and see The Contenders unveil their new line up for an evening of live Rock and Roll. At Mumbles Rugby Club FREE Entry from 8:30 till late.

CAPPUCCINO GIRLS MONEY

2011-12-03T12:34:00.000-08:00

Please can anyone who is going to see the cappuccino girls on Wednesday please bring their money if the haven't paid to Morriston Sunday.

TESCO BAGPACK MONEY

2011-11-30T01:35:00.000-08:00

The money raised for the
Tesco bagpack was
£386
WELL DONE TO EVERYONE!

Training Wednesday

2011-11-27T07:52:00.000-08:00

As the boys are off school on Wednesday we will be taking the opportunity to train on the grass at Underhill from 10am for about an hour

Apologies for the Teamer and blog entry that said 11.00am
TRAINING IS AT 10am WEDNESDAY AT UNDERHILL

WELL DONE AT THE BAGPACK

2011-11-27T07:49:00.000-08:00

Well done to everyone involved in the Tesco bagpack today. All the boys can be justifiably proud of themselves for their hard work and exceptional manners throughout the day. We await the final figure for the days takings from Donna and will post the figure as soon as we know.

TESCO BAG PACK REMINDER

2011-11-26T11:17:00.000-08:00

A reminder to everyone to help raise money at the Tesco bag pack in Fforestfach tomorrow. We are there from 11am til 4pm, if you can't make it for the whole day please come along at any time throughout the day. Some of the boys will be there packing and collecting money for 5 hours so every bit of help is needed. The money raised is for everyone involved with the Crusaders. We have some buckets to use, but any extras will be helpful.

BAG PACK NUMBERS

2011-11-24T12:57:00.001-08:00

PLEASE can you let me know availability for the Tesco Bag Pack this Sunday in Fforestfach.
If you can let me know whether you will be attending and whether you can stay there 10-4 and if not what times you will be there for.
Email your availability to mumblescrusaders@gmail.com

MORE FUNDRAISING...

2011-11-22T13:19:00.000-08:00

We have managed to arrange a Crusaders fund raising night by selling tickets for the ‘world famous’ Mal Pope play “The Cappuccino Girls” currently running at The South Wales Evening Post Theatre, High Street, Swansea. Mal has agreed to allocate us 80 tickets out of the 120 capacity for the night of Wednesday 7th Dec, at £12 per ticket and give back to the Crusaders £6 of each ticket sale. Therefore if we sell all 80 tickets we can raise £480.

We are also hoping to run a raffle on the night so if any of you would like to donate prizes for the raffle it would be much appreciated.

It is important that we sell all 80 tickets and therefore ask you all to assist by selling tickets to family, friends & colleagues.

IF WE CAN SELL JUST 3 TICKETS EACH WE WILL RAISE £500 FOR THE CRUSADERS! GET SELLING!!!!

For ticket sales and raffle donations please contact:

Sian 07977071958 : Kay 07949998772 : Julie 07557908994
or email: julie.williams@lighterlifecounsellor.com

CHRISTMAS NIGHT OUT!

2011-11-22T07:52:00.000-08:00

Saturday 10th December 7:30pm for 8pm

Lazy Jacques - Brynymor road

£10 per head - Live music, chillie and chips.
Vegetarian option provided.

ALL PROCEEDS GOING TOWARDS
SUMMER 2012 TOUR.

PLEASE COME AND JOIN US MUMS, DADS, AUNTIES, UNCLES, GRANDMA'S AND GRANDAD'S.

Money to be collected by Annabelle/Russ this Friday or Sunday - thanks

TESCO BAG PACK

2011-11-17T10:07:00.000-08:00

The Crusaders have secured a coveted bag packing slot at the Tesco Megastore in Fforestfach.

The boys have the use of the checkouts there to pack bags and raise some money from 11am to 4pm on
SUNDAY 27th NOVEMBER

These bag-packing events can raise considerable sums for the groups taking part, and we should really make the most of this opportunity for the boys to engage with the community as a group and raise some money while they are doing it.

Ideally, the whole squad will be there packing away from 11 til 4. Depending on numbers we will try and organise a rota so everyone gets some breaks and the times are allocated out fairly. In order to do this as best we can, could you please email mumblescrusaders@gmail.com what times your child is available for the day.

WEEKEND GAMES CANCELLED

2011-11-11T13:39:00.000-08:00

Unfortunately the games away against Llandaff and Cowbridge this coming weekend have been cancelled. We will therefore be having a full contact training session at Underhill on Sunday 11.00am KO. Meet 10.45am

Cowbridge and Llandaff

2011-11-07T11:12:00.000-08:00

We will be playing two shorter games this weekend against Llandaff and Cowbridge, both of these away at Cowbridge RFC on Sunday. Please leave swansea in plenty of time to meet in Cowbridge at 10am.

Team will be as per the matrix for this weekend which you can view further down the blog. Teamer invites will be sent out nearer the weekend.

OSPREYS v BIARRITZ

2011-11-06T10:38:00.000-08:00

There are Ospreys tickets available for junior members of the club and their parents to attend the Heineken Cup game against Biarritz at the Liberty Stadium this coming Saturday.
Tickets are £12 Adults and £3 for kids (up to 4 with every adult)
I know a few of the boys are going, if you are interested in purchasing these tickets, please let me know by email by Tuesday evening. I will need to let the club know numbers taking up the offer and get the money to the club on Thursday evening.
Email any interest with number of adult and kids tickets to: mumblescrusaders@gmail.com

BALLS PLEASE

2011-11-03T12:30:00.000-07:00

Please can everyone bring their training ball to Ashleigh Road on Friday at 4:00pm. see you there

Mumbles RFC Code of Conduct

2011-11-03T12:28:00.000-07:00

At the request of the club, the Mumbles RFC Junior Section code of conduct is online for players, spectators and coaches for all age groups to read. I have uploaded the document to our blog so it is easy to access and there for reference at any time if needed.
It's quite lengthy, but have a look at it here

Winter Training

2011-10-31T12:48:00.000-07:00

Our winter training programme will start at 4:00pm this Friday at the AstroTurf on ashleigh Road. We are training on the pitch nearest the mumbles road.

The following week we will be at the bish sports hall 4:30pm then back to 4:00pm on the astro the following week. This sequence will continue for the next 12 weeks. Teamer invites will be sent out.

Matrix Teams v2.0

2011-10-30T12:22:00.000-07:00

Below, new set of Matrix teams generated by the Matrix v2.0

Games are:

Swansea Ups (H) 6th Nov / tbc 13th Nov / Pontardulais (H) 20th Nov.

Comp (A) 27th Nov / Morriston (A) 4th Dec.

v S.Ups	v tbc	v Pont	v Comp	v Morriston

Rhod	Rhod	Tom L	ALL	Rhod
Tom L	Tom L	Brad	-	James
James	James	Jack	Players	Brad
Brad	Brad	Ben	-	Jack
Ben	Jack	TG	Invited	Ben
TG	Rhys C	Rhys C	-	TG
Nathan	Nathan	Nathan	-	Rhys C
Zac	Zac	Zac	ALL	Zac
K Morr	K Morr	K Morr	-	K Morr
Lloyd	Lloyd	Lloyd	Players	Lloyd
Cian	Cam	Cam	-	Cam
Alex	Cian	Alex	Invited	Cian
Will	Alex	Jamie	^	Will
K Morg	Will	K Morg	^	Jamie
Jamie	Jamie	Aled	^	K Morg
Sam	Aled	Sam	^	Aled
Oli	Sam	Oli	^	Oli
Harry	Harry	Harry	^	Harry

WINTER TRAINING MONEY

2011-10-30T10:44:00.000-07:00

Thanks to everyone who has paid the winter training money already!
Those that haven't, could you please try and pay at training on Friday, or at the game on Sunday this coming week. Either by cash or cheques made payable to Mumbles u8 RFC

Thanks

FUND RAISING GIG

2011-10-30T02:24:00.000-07:00

The Blue Wails will be playing at the Rugby Club on
Saturday 19th November - 8.30pm
Raising money for the Mumbles u12s and u14s teams
Couple of quid on the door - see you there!

GOWERTON AWAY

2011-10-28T11:31:00.000-07:00

We are away to Gowerton this weekend, with a slightly later kick off time
Meet at 12.00 up in Gowerton
Teamer invites have been sent out, PLEASE REPLY TO THEM

THANKS FOR THE HOT DOGS

2011-10-25T07:58:00.000-07:00

A big thank you from all the Crusaders to Davies's of Swansea Market for the kind donation of bread rolls for the hot dogs at the Fall Bay game last weekend.

Winter Training

2011-10-23T11:32:00.000-07:00

In order to save the boys from Mike Morgan's Winter training bootcamp (pictured here) we have secured the use of Bishopston Sports Hall and Ashleigh Road Astroturf for the colder months of the year. Starting Friday November 4th. Details will go out via Teamer.
We will be sharing the facilities with the u10's - training one week at Bish followed by a week on the Atsro.
This will run for 12 weeks and get us through the worst of the winter weather.
In order to help pay for the winter training at both these venues we are looking for a £20 contribution from each player. Please see me at training or the game next week for any more info or to hand over your hard earned cash.

Thanks

Fall Bay game this weekend - KO at 12

2011-10-18T14:22:00.000-07:00

We will be welcoming our good friends from Fall Bay to Bishopston this coming Sunday.
As the World Cup Final is on the same day the kick off is being put back to 12 to give everyone who wants to a chance to watch it.
Training as usual at 4.30pm this Friday and keep an eye out for Teamer invites for the Fall Bay game.

Anyone who knows they will be away in the coming weeks please let us know and we can make the required adjustments to the matrix.

Players, supporters and parents bring some cash for hotdogs which we hope to be on sale at the match this weekend. All adding to the carnival atmosphere!

DEVON TOUR - Deposits due!

2011-10-12T11:21:00.000-07:00

Kay needs to collect in deposits from everyone going on the DEVON TOUR in May.
The amount needed at the moment is £35 per head, which will obviously be deducted from your final cost.
The payments need to be by cheque and made payable to TEAM TOURS DIRECT LIMITED

Please can everyone going get cheques to Kay either Friday at training or the game on Sunday.

v BONYMAEN AWAY

2011-10-08T10:07:00.000-07:00

We are at the Highveld of Bonymaen this weekend. Please be there at 10.30am
If you are playing and havent replied to Teamer, please reply.

PLEASE REPLY TO TEAMER

2011-10-08T08:47:00.000-07:00

A bit of a common theme, and at the risk of nagging everyone can you
PLEASE REPLY TO TEAMER!!
We rely on your reply to Teamer so we can field a team for the game on the weekend.
If you are unable to attend please DECLINE as soon as you can so that someone else can be given the chance to play. If you can attend please ACCEPT as soon as you can so that we know we will have a team for the weekend.

Mouthguards: boil and bite v fitted v no gum shield

2011-10-06T02:14:00.000-07:00

In response to people asking me about what sort of gum shield they should get, here is a leaflet from Opro:

http://www.opro.com/downloads/mgbook.pdf

Note that gum shields prevent more than losing your teeth. They reduce the potential of cuts in the mouth and concussion. Boxers don't wear a gum shield to protect their teeth.

MAY TOUR - Numbers needed Friday

2011-10-03T10:33:00.000-07:00

Thanks to all who responded to the Teamer invite for the Devon Tour.
Kay really needs to know numbers on Friday at the latest so we can let the company organising the trip know and get spaces allocated for us.
We will go round as many as possible on Friday at training. If we miss you can you please let Kay know by email or text or phone if you are available, if you would like to go and numbers you will be taking. All the details for the tour are further down the blog.

Kay's contact details are:

rav.midha@virgin.net

07949 998772

Matrix Teams

2011-09-29T23:50:00.000-07:00

Reminder of the Matrix Teams for Neath, Bonymaen and Loughor...

Games are:

Dunvant (A) 18th Sept / S.Gower (H) 25th Sept / Neath (TBC) 2nd Oct.

Bonymaen (A) 9th Oct / Loughor (H) 16th Oct.

	v Dunvant	v S.Gower	v Neath	v Bonymaen	v Loughor

Back 5	Rhod	Rhod	James	Rhod	Rhod
Back 5	James	Brad	Brad	James	James
Back 5	Brad	Jack	Jack	Ben	Brad
Back 5	Jack	Ben	Ben	Tom	Jack
Back 5	Ben	Tom	Tom	Lloyd	Tom
Back Row	Lloyd	Lloyd	Cam	Cam	Lloyd
Back Row	Cam	Cian	Cian	Cian	Cam
Back Row	Cian	K Morr	K Morr	K Morr	K Morr
Front row	Will	Will	Jamie	Will	Will
Front row	Jamie	K Morg	K Morg	Jamie	Jamie
Front row	K Morg	Aled	Aled	Aled	K Morg
Front row	Aled	Alex	Alex	Alex	Alex
Half Back	Rhys C	Rhys C	Max	Rhys C	Rhys C
Half Back	Max	Nathan	Nathan	Max	Max
Half Back	Nathan	Zach	Zach	Zach	Nathan
Half Back	Zach	TG	TG	TG	TG
2nd row	Sam	Sam	Ryan	Sam	Sam
2nd row	Ryan	Oli	Oli	Ryan	Ryan
2nd row	Oli	Rhys D	Rhys D	Rhys D	Oli
2nd row	Rhys D	Harry	Harry	Harry	Harry

CRUSADERS' TOUR 2012

2011-09-27T13:39:00.000-07:00

West Coast International Rugby Festival 2011/2012

May Day Bank Holiday

Arrive 4^th May | Depart 7^th May 2012

Tournament Day’s 5^th May | 6^th May 2012

Age Groups Male | U7 through to U16

Plans are taking shape for our proposed rugby tour this year.

In 2012 the West Coast International Mini and Junior Rugby Festival will take place in one of the UK’s leading Holiday destination’s in North Devon. The Festival of Rugby is an exciting event that has stirred enormous interest in rugby clubs not just in the UK but through Ireland, Northern Ireland and other International destinations. With a first class host club in Barnstaple Rugby Club you are sure to enjoy your time on and off the field. Group matches will be played on the Saturday with Cup, Challenge Cup and Bowl matches on the Sunday.

Teams will be based in a number of holiday villages with John Fowler Holidays accommodation in Ilfracombe as our preferred option. There is plenty of entertainment in the Holiday Village including an indoor pool. Various accommodation sizes will be available varying from 2 berth all the way up to 12 berth including chalets, apartments and caravans. Exact details of accommodation depends on our final numbers and proximity to each other.

We have secured an early booking discount of £89 per person. This includes three night’s accommodation at the holiday park, entry to the rugby festival, entertainment pass & return coach shuttles to and from the rugby festival from the holiday village on the Saturday and Sunday. Ilfracombe is about 4 hours journey and we are proposing to hire a coach to transport us there and back. A proper rugby tour! The coach will cost approx. £30 per head return. Families are welcome to attend but unfortunately there are no discounts available for family groups.

We need firm numbers by October 5th to obtain the discount. Can you also please let us know who you want to share accommodation with?

Please contact Kay with these details by Wed 5th October if you would like to attend.

rav.midha@virgin.net

07949 998772

Thanks

Dan

Game v Neath Away - Sun 2nd October

2011-09-25T11:01:00.000-07:00

Below map for directions to the Neath game for the match on Sunday 2nd October
Please arrive by 10.30am
Team is as per the Matrix selection further down the blog. Teamer invites will be sent out later in the week

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TEAMER REPLIES

2011-09-23T13:47:00.000-07:00

Please can everyone make sure they reply to their Teamer text or email as soon as they know they can make the game on the Sunday. This will help us to organise replacements to the squad we will be taking earlier rather than asking people to come last minute.
If you do not reply to the Teamer invite it will be assumed that you can NOT make the game and a replacement player may be notified to take the place. Thank you

South Gower HOME Sunday 25th Sept - 10.30am

2011-09-21T04:59:00.000-07:00

We have a home game this coming Sunday against our good friends from South Gower.
We will be playing in Bishopston, this year as last year we will be on the top pitch the other side of the school. Teamer invites have been sent out based on the Matrix selection for the game further down the page.
See you all there, and see you all in the club afterwards!

Dunvant and South Gower matches

2011-09-19T03:23:00.000-07:00

Well done all the boys against Dunvant on the weekend. There is a very brief match report online. Click the Match Report tab above to have a read.
Training again 4.30pm on Friday at Underhill as we prepare to take on our good friends, classmates and rivals from South Gower at 'home' in Bishopston. The Matrix teams are all below and the players involved will also receive a Teamer invite.

As it is a home game for us against South Gower it would be really great to see some of the boys and parents back at the club afterwards. It is something that the club is extremely keen to encourage. They have a new kitchen, and although it hasn't got a Michelin Star yet, it will provide some nice food for the boys and let them be together for a short while after the game. Hope to see you there

BRING YOUR BALLS!

2011-09-14T05:59:00.001-07:00

Can all the boys please bring their training ball with them on Friday night
Thanks

THE MATRIX EXPLAINED...

2011-09-12T03:30:00.001-07:00

Just to clarify the thinking behind the new Matrix to everyone...

You will see that your son will have been allocated a "position". That is to help balance the team for each match. Though it is more likely that they will be playing in that position on the day, they will be moved around to develop their skills in other positions as well as to accommodate injuries during the game.

For instance, though there are only three "back row" players for each game, we think that at least two of the "front row" and all of the "second row" can play in the "back row" in any specific game.

We will stick to a rotation policy on the field as well. Depending on the final number for the day, it is likely that your son will have around 70% of the playing time on the pitch. Noting that wingers have the least amount of activity during a game (fewer passes, tackles, rucks etc), there are approximately 2 backs and 3 forwards replacements for each game.

At the end of the first cycle of games, we will review the matrix allocation, adjusting where necessary.

It is essential that players:

1. Don't become a one position player.

2. Experience a range of positions over the season.

3. Get as much game time as possible.

4. Want to learn new skills based on WHAT THEY HAVE DISCOVERED FROM PLAYING, not just because we have told them that it is the right skill.

MATRIX TEAMS

2011-09-11T13:12:00.000-07:00

Dan's patented Matrix has outputted the following teams for the first five teams of the season. The combination of complex equations, years of rugby experience and drawing of straws has resulted in selections that should see equal game time for everyone.
Ongoing analysis by our team of experts will make any alterations needed to the matrix before releasing teams for the next round of fixtures...

Games are:
Dunvant (A) 18th Sept / S.Gower (H) 25th Sept / Neath (TBC) 2nd Oct.
Bonymaen (A) 9th Oct / Loughor (H) 16th Oct.

	v Dunvant	v S.Gower	v Neath	v Bonymaen	v Loughor

Back 5	Rhod	Rhod	James	Rhod	Rhod
Back 5	James	Brad	Brad	James	James
Back 5	Brad	Jack	Jack	Ben	Brad
Back 5	Jack	Ben	Ben	Tom	Jack
Back 5	Ben	Tom	Tom	Lloyd	Tom
Back Row	Lloyd	Lloyd	Cam	Cam	Lloyd
Back Row	Cam	Cian	Cian	Cian	Cam
Back Row	Cian	K Morr	K Morr	K Morr	K Morr
Front row	Will	Will	Jamie	Will	Will
Front row	Jamie	K Morg	K Morg	Jamie	Jamie
Front row	K Morg	Aled	Aled	Aled	K Morg
Front row	Aled	Alex	Alex	Alex	Alex
Half Back	Rhys C	Rhys C	Max	Rhys C	Rhys C
Half Back	Max	Nathan	Nathan	Max	Max
Half Back	Nathan	Zach	Zach	Zach	Nathan
Half Back	Zach	TG	TG	TG	TG
2nd row	Sam	Sam	Ryan	Sam	Sam
2nd row	Ryan	Oli	Oli	Ryan	Ryan
2nd row	Oli	Rhys D	Rhys D	Rhys D	Oli
2nd row	Rhys D	Harry	Harry	Harry	Harry

PONTARDAWE GAME

2011-09-10T14:09:00.000-07:00

It was great to see so many of the Crusaders make the journey up-river to Pontardawe on Friday night. A fantastic turn-out, some exciting rugby on the big pitch and overall a really positive evening topped off with the customary warm welcome and sausage and chips in the clubhouse.

Keep an eye out on the blog for teams for the next five weeks which will be posted as soon as I can figure out a way of putting them up without grinding the internet to a halt.

THE MATRIX UNCOVERED

2011-09-08T01:56:00.000-07:00

No longer just an urban myth, new evidence has come to light revealing the existence of Dan's patented u12 Rugby Matrix. This anonymously emailed picture shows Dan hard at work on the super computer needed to run such a complex system, keenly aided by the Carol Vorderman of Mumbles, Kay Midha.

The teams for the next 5 weeks have all been worked out and will be posted on the blog after the game on Friday night

PONTARDAWE - Post match food at the club

2011-09-08T01:39:00.000-07:00

Pontardawe are kindly putting on food for all the boys at the rugby club after the game.
All are wlecome back there to enjoy their usual hospitality.

FRIDAY 5.30pm v PONTARDAWE

2011-09-07T02:04:00.000-07:00

Whole squad to play a training game against Pontardawe on Friday night. This will provide all the boys with a good opportunity to get used to the 15 a side full pitch set up after the long lazy summer of perpetual sunshine.
MEET AT 5.30pm Teamer invites will be sent out PLEASE REPLY TO TEAMER!!

We will be playing on the senior pitch, which is at the end of the industrial estate, by Wall Colmony.
NOT AT THE LEISURE CENTRE - see the map below...

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International Tickets - 6 Nations

2011-09-06T03:22:00.000-07:00

Anyone interested in tickets for next year's six nations can buy them through the club. But time is running out. All you need to do is go to the ground floor bar in the club house, and write your name on the list pinned up on the column facing the bar (or ask Skinny where the list is). If tickets are over subscribed, there will be a lottery, however at the moment there are not many names down (France and Italy are the home matches) and there is a good chance that you will be offered tickets. Please include a contact telephone number, and indicate the team (under 12s) that you are part of.

Lists will only be there until the end of the week (because we then need to apply for our allocation) so if you want tickets go now.

TRAINING SUNDAY - 10.30am

2011-09-03T02:43:00.000-07:00

We will be training on Sunday at 10.30am at Underhill - See you all there!

TRAINING FRIDAY 4.30pm

2011-09-01T23:45:00.000-07:00

Training Friday 4.30pm in Underhill
Those who haven't handed in registration
PLEASE BRING 2 x PASSPORT PHOTOS
and we can do the registration forms there and then

IF YOU HAVEN'T COMPLETED A REGISTRATION CARD
YOU ARE NOT INSURED TO PLAY FOR THE CLUB!

FIRST MATCH NEXT FRIDAY!

OSPREYS SKILLS CAMP - 30th AUGUST

2011-08-26T03:57:00.000-07:00

There is an Ospreys training camp for 11 - 13 year olds bieng held at Llandarcy Academy of Sport on Tuesday 30th August. The order of the day is :
1:30 - 2pm regestration
2 - 3:30pm core skills and positional skills
3:30 - 4pm small sided games

Players are advised to bring suitable indoor and outdoor clothing/footwear and drinks

Please reply to the teamer invite, and I will forward the numbers going from The Crusaders on Sunday. The cost is £5 per child, payable on the day

JUNIOR FUN DAY

2011-08-24T10:37:00.000-07:00

For Saturday, don't worry if your kit is too small or you havent got it yet, or even if you've lost it since last season. It would be nice if everyone had kit on, but even better that everyone just gets there - regardless of what they train in!

VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED!!
Especially if you have a Gazebo we can use to base ourselves from - including the 'Crossbar Challenge!'

Any help would be very much appreciated.

MUMBLES JUNIOR FUN DAY

2011-08-21T04:39:00.000-07:00

We are taking art in the Mumbles junior Day on Saturday
The Crusaders are scheduled to show off their skills to the adoring crowd on the main pitch at 10.00am
Could we all please meet at 9.30am behind the posts (pavilion end)

All players please wear their Crusaders kit.

The day overall will raise money for the Mumbles RFC Junior section.
We will also be running a 'hit the crossbar competition' which will raise money for the Crusaders directly.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
To take money during the day, help with the stall etc.
A marquee of some kind would also be a great help - if anyone has one please let me know
email mumblescrusaders@gmail.com

Any other help/advice would be very helpful
LET'S GET A GREAT TURN OUT TO REPRESENT ALL THE HARD WORK THE BOYS & COACHES DO

PLAYER REGISTRATION

2011-08-12T11:11:00.000-07:00

Don't forget that ALL PLAYERS must be re-registered with the WRU this year as they go to Comprehensive School.
I know some of you have struggked with the PDF download, but I have all the necessary forms with me at training every week, so if you just bring along 2 x PASSPORT PHOTOS we can get the matter dealt with quickly - and best of all, you won't feel a thing!

BRING YOUR BALLS!

2011-08-10T01:31:00.000-07:00

Everyone training on Friday please bring along the size 4 ball you were given at the presentation evening.
Remember to write your name on it so none of the coaches take them home to play with!

Please ignore my mistake on the first Teamer invite you will have had
TRAINING IS FRIDAY 4.30pm AT UNDERHILL

TRAINING STARTS FRIDAY

2011-08-01T06:16:00.000-07:00

A reminder to everyone that training for 2011/12 Season starts this Friday 4.30pm at Underhill.

Player Registration for ALL PLAYERS

2011-07-27T09:00:00.000-07:00

As the Crusaders march onwards to Comprehensive school and u12s rugby we are duty bound to re-register the boys as 'Junior' players with the club, the district and the WRU.
These new RED forms will replace the GREEN ones that have been used up to u11.

I have the red forms with me at training, please bring along
2 x PASSPORT PHOTOS for the registration

Countdown to training 5th August

2011-07-24T14:03:00.000-07:00

A reminder to everyone that training starts for The Crusaders
4.30pm FRIDAY 5th August. Teamer invites will be sent out a week before.
Remember to check the CALENDAR page for all Crusaders diary dates

2011/12 Calendar Online

2011-07-20T03:48:00.000-07:00

Click the Calendar link to the right to see the latest fixture list, training dates and other events scheduled for the coming season

Contact Details

2011-07-17T15:15:00.000-07:00

Anyone who wishes to change their contact details on Teamer or generally change the contacts they receive texts and emails to please send the new details to: mumblescrusaders@gmail.com
Thanks

Mumbles Junior Fun Day - Sat 27th Aug

2011-07-06T14:39:00.000-07:00

Mumbles RFC are hosting a Junior Rugby Fun Day as part of the Cracker 7s weekend.
The Junior Day will be held all day on Saturday 27th August and the Crusaders, along with all the other junior age groups have been invited to attend.

The day will have a mix of fun stalls, BBQ, beer tent, short rugby matches and training on the main pitch, where the age groups will display their talents.

We have also been asked to run a Crusaders Stall, any money raised on this will go straight to the Crusaders kitty to be spent wisely in the future. Any ideas anyone has for an original and lucrative stall are greatly appreciated. Already had a few good ones, but keep them coming. We need to let the club know what we are doing so stalls aren't replicated.

Send any stall ideas to mumblescrusaders@gmail.com

All the boys will be playing/training (TBC) on the main pitch - more details on this together with times and arrangements to follow.

New Season training plan

2011-07-05T08:13:00.000-07:00

PDF of the new season training plan available to view on Mumbles Crusaders online documents

Team photo 2010/2011 Season

2011-07-05T08:08:00.000-07:00

The team shot we did last Friday is now available online on the new Mumbles Crusaders Gallery

TRAINING STARTS Friday 5th August 4.30pm

2011-07-05T01:00:00.000-07:00

Training starts for the 2011/12 season on Friday 5th August at 4.30pm in Underhill.

There will obviously be some boys on holiday at times during the summer holidays, but with a lot of new rules involved for next season and a first game at the beginning of September it would be great to see as many there as possible.

We will also be running a 'training day' as part of the Cracker 7s tournament on the Saturday of the Cracker's weekend - more details to follow.

7.00pm FRIDAY - RUGBY CLUB PRESENTATION EVENING

2011-06-29T14:24:00.000-07:00

A reminder for everyone that the presentation evening for the Crusaders is FRIDAY at 7pm
A chance for us all to get together.
There are a few people not responded to the Teamer invite so if you see anyone please pass on the details for the presentation. Thanks, see you Friday

We didn't get a great team photo this season, so please can all the boys bring Crusaders Kit. We will try and get a decent photo over in the park before the festivities start.

CRUSADERS PRESENTATION EVENING

2011-06-19T01:29:00.000-07:00

FRIDAY 1st JULY 7.00pm MUMBLES RUGBY CLUB

To celebrate another successful year The Crusaders and their entourage will be getting together in MUMBLES RUGBY CLUB for end of season presentations.
Hope to see everyone there.

2011-05-22T12:00:00.000-07:00

Dan, from all the Crusaders.

Trecco

2011-05-09T09:07:00.001-07:00

Thanks to everyone for making it a great tour weekend. Here is a lovely message that Zac put on the teamer blog that sums things up....

Hi All,

Just wanted to say a big ' THANK YOU ' to the coaches, parents and of course all the boys... for a fantastic weekend !!! Despite the weather it didn't manage to dampen our spirits one bit !!! It will definitely go down as one of the best weekends ever ( what we can remember ) !!! Looking forward to the 2nd leg....Tobago..Here we come !!!!!! Thanks again, Dan, Mike M, Lyndon,Mike G and of course Gaynor for sorting out the accommodation !!!!

Zac, Julie and Andy xxx

(The season is finally done - but we'll have one more get together for a team photo and end of season night at the club towards the end of May. Teamer invites will be sent when we have the date).

Plans for this weekend!

2011-05-05T08:57:00.000-07:00

Some necessary changes in our plans for the Trecco and Tobago Tour caused by our boys being just TOO GOOD at rugby! It was fantastic to hear that the Swansea Schoolboys vanquished Bridgend and reached the DC Thomas Cup Final with so many of the squad (9!) coming from the Crusaders. There might be a few exceptions to this plan, but here is the general idea…

Friday. Everyone is meeting at Pencoed RFC. Just off the M4. 17:30. The Schoolboys will rest and support, and Mumbles will play a mixed match with Pencoed. Hotdogs then departure for Trecco and Tobago (or a more comfy bed). The Schoolboys will be looking for a realtively early night and early start on the Saturday to catch the team bus to Cardiff and the Millenium Stadium! The bus will meet those still at Trecco at Sarn Park at 10:15. All players who have been involved with the Schoolboys this season are also invited to travel on the coach and watch the game. The big match kicks off at 12:45 and is followed by a meal for the team. All supporters from the Crusaders are also welcome to come along to Cardiff and shout for the lads. We will expect the boys back at Trecco at around 5ish.

There will be considerably less sleep for the rest of the team (and their parents) but they will still need to be up on Saturday morning for LaserTag. This is very close to Trecco and we have a slot at 11:30. We have 20 places booked, and it costs £15 for 2 hours. We are expecting a few parents / sibs to want a go as well and there should be space for a full session or to tag in and out. Just make sure you have a change of clothes and old shoes, especially if the rain keeps up tomorrow. It is outdoors in the woods, and a hell of alot of fun. We will be back at Trecco about 14:00 for a relaxing afternoon.

By the evening we’ll all be back together, no doubt with lots of stories to swap, and will aim to congregate for a BBQ. I don’t know exactly how easy this will be – but bring the equipment and food you need and we’ll improvise.

Sunday morning it is another early-ish start as we need to be at nearby Llantwit Major for a match kicking off at 10:00 (because they are having a presentation day later on). After that it is back to Trecco for well earned relaxation at the pool, and a toast to another successful season and tour.

Any questions – Mike G on 07846 334 962

P.S. On arrival at Trecco don’t forget there is a £30 ‘damages’ deposit. You pay this by credit card when you check in. You get it back. Unless you burn down your caravan or something.

6th and 8th May fixtures

2011-05-01T00:54:00.001-07:00

I can confirm that we are playing:

Pencoed at 6pm on Friday 6th May. Meet at the Pencoed RFC at 5.30pm.

And

Llantwitt Major at 10am on Sunday 8th May. Meet at LM RFC at 9.30am. The early start time on Sunday is because they have a presentation day that day.

Pencoed is: Jn35, then first exit at next roundabout onto Felindre Road.

Llantwitt Major, about 30 minutes from Trecco Bay, postcode: CF61 1XZ, Boverton Road.

Dan

2011-04-28T01:24:00.000-07:00

It is nearly that time of year - with Trecco and Tobago on the horizon. Details will be posted on the blog asap. But in the meantime....

Plenty of things happening at Mumbles RFC this weekend.

Thursday: Mumbles Under 15's host French visiting team. KO 6pm Underhill

Friday: THE CONTENDERS at the clubhouse celebrating the royal wedding. Free entry from 8pm.

Saturday: To celebrate Mumbles RFC 1st team final home game of the season a full programme of events has been organised at Underhill. There will be BBQs, Beer Tents and more - the ideal way to spend your Bank Holiday Saturday in the sun!
12:00 Under 14s play a touring side from Nottingham
13:00 The Youth play South Gower
14.30 the senior first team then take on Crymych in a top of the table clash. Both teams can still win the league and Mumbles will be looking for a monumental effort to beat Crymych in front of a healthy home crowd.

LUCTON

2011-04-15T11:59:00.000-07:00

Meet the coach at 07:50 outside Mumbles Rugby Club. We must leave by 08:00.

Please bring the cash on the day: £20 per player. Don't forget £4 entry for adults on the door.

Any last minute changes please let Mike G know: 07846 334 962

Lucton - Please Respond

2011-04-11T12:58:00.000-07:00

Here is the travel plan for Sunday. Please confirm your place with Mike G, especially the number of travelling supporters.

The coach will be leaving from Mumbles Rugby Club at 08:00. We expect to return to Mumbles by 17:00.

Cost will be £20 per player. This includes travel for 2 supporters per player and also the player entry to the tournament. We might have room for a few more, so let me know how many seats you need and we'll try our best to accomodate. Please bring the cash on the day. Remember Lucton also charge adult supporters entry to the ground at about £4 each.

Confirm with Mike G on m.b.gravenor@swan.ac.uk or text to: 07846 334 962

Good luck Max and Keiran!

2011-04-11T07:08:00.000-07:00

For the West vs East Wales fixture this Wednesday.

2011-04-10T12:21:00.000-07:00

Loads of rugby this weekend, and with a perfect storm of representative sports, parties and dodgy achilles tendons, we still miraculously managed to put out 2 teams to represent Mumbles at tournaments on both Saturday and Sunday. This is thanks to the commitment of the available players, the supporters and to the parents for stepping in to coach at a moments notice. Many thanks go first to Adam, Jason, Kevin and Mike for looking after the team unexpectedly on Saturday. 10 Crusaders put in a superb effort to front up to the big English touring sides, and with no substitutions fought their way through 4 very tough games of rugby. On Sunday the Crusaders found a few reinforcements, and 13 players took the field at Dunvant for another tough 4 games against big London Irish and Farnham teams. There was nothing easy about the rugby this weekend. All hard games, all strong opposition, but all an experience, and plenty of game time for everyone involved. All the lads can be very proud of their battling performances, but this weekend we must mention the efforts put in by 6 Crusaders: Nathan, Cian, Rhys Davies, Ollie, Kieran Morris and Alex who played every game on both days and without whom we would not have been able to take part in two really good festivals.

This week - keep an eye out for Lucton Travel plans.

South Gower on Saturday

2011-04-07T14:35:00.001-07:00

Some details for those coming to play Farnham and Blackburn at South Gower this Saturday. Meet at 10:00 prompt. We should be finished by 12:30.

Parking: as you know it is always busy at South Gower, and for this event they have had to close the small car park at the ground. With the Crusaders starting later than most sides, we expect that most easy parking around the ground will be taken. South Gower have been warned that parking attendants will be there, so be careful. We suggest that you drive up to the top of the lane (by the shops) and drop off the boys then find a parking spot - Bishopston Primary School will be opening its car park for the day if you can't find anywhere else.

Remember - plenty of rugby over the weekend so NO TRAINING this Friday.

Coming up -9/10 April and Lucton. Corus, Tenby

2011-04-03T03:43:00.000-07:00

Good news - an unbelievable amount of rugby coming up: Saturday 9th April: Tournament at South Gower (playing Farnham and Blackburn). Approximate start 10am. (Finish by 1pm) Sunday 10th April Tournament at Dunvant (playing Farnham again and others!!). Same start time. Sunday 17th April Lucton tournament. 12-a-side with pushing in the scrums, full on rucks and mauls, contested lineouts and kicking from anywhere! Eary start, on the bus and all day (Lyndon to sit at front by bucket) Tuesday 19th April Corus away. Evening kick off. Will confirm times later on, but aiming for 530pm kick off. Two teams playing at the same time. Sunday 24th April Tenby away What do you need to do: Reply to teamer texts as soon as they arrive. We know that there are other commitments (football, schoolboys etc). so we don't expect full turn outs for all games. But please text us the availability asap. Thanks Dan

Lucton Tour

2011-04-01T06:16:00.000-07:00

You will have had an invite to the Lucton Tournament on 17th April. This will be the third time we have travelled to this tournament, and we are lucky enough this time to have been invited to bring 2 teams. For us to take up this invitation, however, we really need a quick response from everyone ASAP. We will have to let Lucton know on MONDAY if we have enough players for 2 teams. If we don't have the responses we will register for 1 team. Details for the day are roughly:

08:00 Meet at Clubhouse and travel to Lucton on a coach(near Ludlow, just over 2 hours travelling).
11:00 Tournament starts
16:30 Leave Lucton
18:30 Arrive back Mumbles

Cost of coach will be approximately £10 per seat (including player entry to tournament).

THIS SUNDAY - BRYNCOCH AT HOME. MEET 10:00. TEAMER INVITES HAVE BEEN SENT.

Home match and CLOCKS!

2011-03-26T05:48:00.000-07:00

Home match against Pontardawe this weekend for half the squad. Teamer invites have been sent out. Meet Bishopston at 10:30.

Don't forget Clocks go forward tonight! One hour less in bed so an early start.

Training today: 5:00 START

2011-03-25T04:16:00.001-07:00

Sorry for not being clear about training this week. With the light, and following some requests for a later start - we have moved training at Underhill to 5:00.

Sunday 27th March v Pontadawe

2011-03-24T13:16:00.000-07:00

This weekend we are playing at home against Pontadawe.

It is weekend off for some players (who are probably playing the day before):

TEAM TO PLAY THIS SUNDAY
Forwards:
1.Keiran Morris
2.Lloyd John
3. Rhys Davies
4. Ryan Collins
5. Oli Clark
6. Aled Midha

Backs
1. Tom Gravenor
2. Harry Thomas
3. Tom Langford
4. Rhodri Taylor
5. Jack Duffy
6. James Parker
7. Will Hughes
8. Rhys Cottrell

Meet at Bishopston for 10.30am.

AND

Well done to Max Jones and Keiran Morgan on being selected for the West Wales game v East Wales.

Training, Matches, Tour

2011-03-17T12:43:00.001-07:00

Training on Friday - NEW TIME. We have moved training to 4:15.

Matches this weekend - we expect to play Neath and South Gower at Bishopston. All squad to be invited (awaiting confirmation of pitch availability, there will be a teamer asap).

Tour - anyone who has not booked yet please do so. Anyone who is NOT coming - please let mike G know (m.b.gravenor@swan.ac.uk, 07846 334962).

Code of conduct

2011-03-10T09:30:00.000-08:00

Here is an example of a code of conduct.

Please read the code of conduct for parents!

Code of Conduct for Players
1. Players are expected to be properly dressed.
2. Learn the laws of the game and abide by them.
3. Make a personal commitment to keep yourself fit at all times.
4. Never argue with the referee’s decision.
5. Control your temper on the field of play.
6. Do not take unfair advantage of any player.
7. Hard work will benefit both yourself and the team’s performance.
8. Do not listen to comments from spectators.
9. Co-operate with your team-mates, coach, and referee, for without them you do not have a game.
10. If you are disciplined, accept it without question.
Above all, do not use abusive and foul language

Code of Conduct for Parents
Do not force an unwilling child to participate in rugby.
Encourage your child to play by the laws of the game.
Teach your child the importance of effort and teamwork.
Help your child to improve skills and to learn a positive attitude to the game.
Set an example to your child.
Applaud good play by our team and by members of the opposing team.
Be friendly to parents of the opposition.
Do not publicly question the referee’s decisions.
Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse.
Recognise and value the importance of coaches.
Above all, do not use foul and abusive language or bad behaviour.

Penclawdd Sunday

2011-03-05T10:59:00.002-08:00

Match for half the squad at Penclawdd this Sunday. Team members have been notified by teamer. Meet at 10:30 for 11:00 KO.

Ground is through Penclawdd, on the left side of the road up on a bank. It is surrounded by big fence and overlooks the estuary.

Tour Bookings

2011-02-27T05:57:00.000-08:00

Great response so far, and it looks like we will have a high turn out for the tour.

We just need everyone to finalise their bookings in the next few days. All details for booking are in the post below. Our group booking will only be kept for us until this Friday so please try and get sorted asap. We also need final numbers so we can organise the right number of fixtures for the Friday and Saturday.

Any questions with regard to doubling up / sharing / anything else we'll do out best to make sure everyone is sorted out. Contact Mike G on m.b.gravenor@swan.ac.uk 07846 334 962.

Training this Friday back to normal 4:00 Underhill Park.

Training this week and A MATCH!

2011-02-23T09:35:00.001-08:00

Underhill likely to be a mess this week, so we won't be training this Friday. CHANGE OF PLAN FOR SUNDAY THOUGH.....Lyndon has picked up a fixture against Bryncoch. All squad invited. Directions to follow.

TOUR FINAL DETAILS - PLEASE BOOK NOW!

2011-02-22T03:27:00.000-08:00

It is decided! The Mumbles Crusaders under 11s end of season tour will take us to Trecco Bay on 6-8th May. The basic plan will be to travel on the Friday with one stop over match. Rugby on the Saturday and (with some lessons learned from last year!) a chill out at the park on the Sunday. Full details will follow, but in the meantime can you please all get organised and make your booking. Here is how...

1. Ring Trecco Bay on 0844 381 9165. This is the Group Booking Team number, and it took me a while to get through to them. They are open Mon-Thurs 09:00 - 17:00, closed Fri, and Sat-Sun 09:00-17:00. I spoke to Gemma who is working this week. An alternative is to call the main line, 0844 335 3450, and ask for the Group Booking Team to ring you back when they are free.

2. Quote the Group Booking reference: U9576816 (Gaynor Morgan has been the contact)

3. Ask for the availability of either 2 or 3 bedroom caravans. Note that we made a reservation of as many units as we could but they are not all the same (we have reserved at least 20). So it is first come first served. The prices range from £166 (2 bedroom) to 185 (3 bedroom). There are also some more expensive options that are not part of our reservation.

4. Pay the full cost of the holiday. Note that this includes all passes for the facilities and linen etc.

Note for those wanting to share a caravan: We have organised this with families in mind, so if you want a caravan to yourselves that is great. If you are a pair and would like to save on the cost and double up with another pair then that is fine too. Please try and organise this amongst yourselves, or you can let us know and we can match everyone up.

LETS'S ALL GET BEHIND THIS AND GIVE THE LADS ANOTHER WEEKEND TO REMEMBER!

Any questions to Mike G on m.b.gravenor@swan.ac.uk
or at Training on Wednesday morning

Half Term Training and Tour Update

2011-02-21T12:56:00.000-08:00

Early start this week due to half term.

Meet Underhill Park at 10:00 for a nice long session (finish 11:30).

Tour Update

Tour is confirmed for weekend 6-8 May at Trecco Park. All booking details will be posted up on the blog asap.

Sunday Plans and Tour

2011-02-17T10:56:00.000-08:00

Friday Training ----- Is ON at 4:15 Underhill Park. We know that lots of boys will be away but Lyndon will still be taking training for those available.

A match for whole squad against Swansea Uplands this Sunday. The Ups can always be relied upon to bring loads of players, so plenty of rugby all round. We hope to arrange 2 games, or a long one. Please meet at Bishopston at 10:00. The u12s have the field after us so a prompt start is needed. 10:30 KO.

TOUR UPDATE: We have had a positive response to the Trecco Tour suggestion, so it very much looks like we will have our end of season event at Porthcawl on the weekend of 6-8th May. We will finalise this on Sunday - so if you have any questions or want to let us know your opinions please respond to the Poll (on the right) or let us know at the match at the latest. Full details are on the post below.... just some clarifications: the caravans are 2 or 3 bedroom (not 2 or 3 bed) and should sleep 4-6 or 6-8.

End of Season Tour - Please Respond

2011-02-14T01:40:00.000-08:00

We have had a long think about the end of season tour. We'd really like to repeat the success of last season, but cannot get a deal at Bluestone anything like last year (more than twice the price and for the cheaper lodges). We've looked at Morfa Bay adventure but the price per person is similar, and we would like to keep the offer open to families as well as the price down. We now have a new option, to go to Trecco Bay holiday park at Porthcawl.

On Fri - Sun 6-8th May, we can book 2 or 3 bedroom caravans for £166 to £190 (including a group discount of 10). So there is an option for families to book, or for lads+1 to double up in a caravan. According to the website, each bedroom sleeps 2 (1 twin 1 double) and there is further sleeping room in the lounge area. So the caravans sleep 4-6 (2 bedroom) or 6-8 (3 bedroom). The price gives access to all the park facilities such as the leisure centre pool. It is right on the beach as well. Details can be found HERE. Some pictures HERE. Plenty of rugby clubs in the area to arrange matches with.

This looks like our best option for a weekend trip. There only alternative we can suggest is a day trip to a fairly local activity such as climbing/paintball + a game.

Can you please let us know your views on this? Especially if you have been to Trecco yourself, or know someone who has. With all the cancellations it's been difficult getting the parents together to circulate the ideas. We need to know THIS WEEK PLEASE. We will have to try and secure a block booking and then get the full money to them very quickly.

You can respond on the Poll on the right. This Poll is anonymous so please let us know what you think. Please try and do this if you can - it would be nice to generate some more comments and feedback on the blog. Or by e-mail / text to Mike G: m.b.gravenor@swan.ac.uk / 07846 334962

All games at Bishopston OFF

2011-02-13T01:00:00.000-08:00

Well, the Crusaders answered the call, along with a couple of eager Pirates. But unfortunately the weather has beaten us again and the match is off. Thanks everyone for making the effort to get the team together. See you on training on Friday.

Calling the Crusaders

2011-02-08T00:34:00.001-08:00

Next Sunday we have a nice match, hosting Gowerton at Bishopston. We have a couple of problems though - player availability and congestion at Bishopston. We would really appreciate help from the squad in fulfilling this fixture.

Due to a school trip we'll be without a substantial portion of the squad, and because there are a large number of teams playing next Sunday we are going for an early start.

When the teamer invites go out this week, can you please let us know your availability straight away, and also please make every effort to attend this week so we can field a team. If there are any problems with lifts please let Mike or Dan know and we will help arrange. We will be kicking off promptly at 10:30, so meet at Bishopston at 10:00.

Kit bag picked up on Friday

2011-02-04T09:32:00.001-08:00

Mike G has a Canterbury Blue Boot Bag. Picked up on the park this Friday. Contains a gumshield, trainers (orange soles), ball pump and drink. Text Mike on 07846 334962.

Early start on Sunday

2011-02-02T09:05:00.000-08:00

We will be kicking off at 10am on Sunday because there is a little matter of Swansea v Cardiff in the afternoon!

Please be at the game promptly for 9.30am. This helps enormously with organisation of the teams and subsitutes for the game.

The clubhouse at Morriston (SA6 6JS) is just off Chemical Road, on Heol Gwernen. The playing fields are on the right just before clubhouse. Map here:

Dan

Training Friday 4:00

2011-02-01T14:26:00.000-08:00

Underhill Park training this week. Meet 4:00.

Match will be at Morriston this weekend. Details to follow.

All off this morning unfortuntely

2011-01-30T01:16:00.000-08:00

Frozen pitches

Friday Training at Underhill, SG Sunday

2011-01-20T08:42:00.001-08:00

We will try and make the most of the better weather and light by starting training this Friday at 4:00 at Underhill Park. We will probably start in the usual place at the top pitch and then move to the area by the changing rooms if the spotlights are needed.

An update on Winter training: We have tried to canvas parents over the last couple of weeks and hope to finalise a booking asap to sort out winter training next season on Fridays, with 10 weeks alternating between Bishopston Gym and Astroturf. It is likely that we will have a small one-off increase in subs in the Autumn to cover the costs of the booking. More details soon.

Match for whole squad at South Gower this Sunday. We hope to be able to split into 2 teams and play 2 full matches. Meet at 10:45.

Training and games this weekend (16th January)

2011-01-13T10:48:00.000-08:00

With all the rain, Mike M has managed to book us into Bishopston Sports Centre for training at 4pm on Friday.

We are due to play Dunvant away and Neath Athletic away on Sunday.

Note, that Dunvant is at 11am kick off and Neath at 10.30am.

The squads are:
Dunvant:

Cam
Tom G
Oliver
Tom L
Ryan
Max
Aled
Ben
Kerian Morg
James
Keiran Morr
Jack

For Neath (10.30am kick off)

Rhys D
Rhys C
Matt
Nath
Sam
Brad
Alex
Will
Lloyd
Rhodri
Cian
Zach
Harry