1. Senior training is still ongoing every Wednesday night at 7pm at the Clubhouse. Those of you
who haven't been along so far will find themselves way behind in both fitness and ball skills. New Coach Dave Sheridan encourages
all players to attend, what ever their skill levels, in the last few weeks before the season starts. There is also a fitness
evening every Monday night at 7pm at the Clubhouse. Some players are already attending both.
2. Welcome to any new members receiving Club News for the first time. Club News by email goes
out about every two weeks to keep members up to date with Club information. Therefore, when you complete your 2009/10 Membership
Forms [ players or VPs ] please include an email contact if you have one. Anyone who has left the Club or moved away, and
doesn't want to receive Club News in future, please let me know.
3. This season our local MP, Chris Huhne, has become a Vice President, and hopes to watch as
many games as possible. He is a great supporter of our Special Needs Rugby Team.
4. Plans are afoot to redecorate parts of the Clubhouse, both inside and out, plus give the changing
rooms a much needed pressure clean.
5. Both playing pitches are due for a Council inspection shortly to ensure they are up to standard
before the season starts.
6. Anyone interested in the Colts, Junior & Mini Section of the Club can contact me in the
first instance, and I will pass on any enquiries.
Regards
Paul Franklin
Membership Secreatry
ERFC
Eastleigh RFC
Club News
9 July 2009
1. The Club has received a ticket allocation for the 7 November 2009 England game at Twickenham
against Australia.
Unfortunately most of the tickets are priced at £71 each, with a few at the lower prices.
Any Club member interested in obtaining tickets please contact the Ticket Sec, Dave Rennison,
direct by email
2. Wednesday night training @ 7pm at the Clubhouse is still ongoing for those of you who
have'nt turned up yet. A chance to get a bit fitter before the season starts, no matter what standard you are !!! Bring
a friend...if you have any.
3. Copies of last seasons First XV & Second XV team photos are displayed on the Players
Notice Board. The photos, complete with players names, are available from me for a contribution of £2 towards Club funds.
Send me a cheque, made out to Eastleigh RFC, and I will post a photo back.
Cheers
Paul Franklin
Membership Secretary
ERFC
53 Lewis Silkin Way, Lordshill, Southampton, SO16 8FP
Eastleigh RFC
Club News
1 June 2009
Just got sight of our League games for next season, so print off and make a note in your diary:
10 Oct US Portsmouth [A] ; 17 Oct Alton [H] ; 24 Oct Aldershot
[A] ; 7 Nov Farnborough [H];
14 Nov Petersfield [A] ; 28 Nov Fareham [H] ; 5 Dec New Milton
[A] ; 12 Dec Romsey [H ] ;
19 Dec Millbrook [H] ; 9 Jan East Dorset [A] ; 16 Jan US Portsmouth [H]
; 23 Jan Alton [A] ;
30 Jan Aldershot [H] ; 13 Feb Farnborough [A] ; 20 Feb Petersfield
[H] ; 6 March Fareham [A]; 20 March New Milton [H] ; 27 March Romsey [A] ;10
April Southampton [A]
Regards
Paul Franklin
Membership Sec
ERFC
Eastleigh RFC
Club News
31 May 2009
1. The make up of the 2009/10 Leagues have now been announced, so I have laid out below
where each Hampshire Club finds itself. Hants Three League has been dropped in favour of 2 Hants Leagues each of 12 Clubs:
2. Please note that the Club website is having a make-over and may be out of date for a
while. I apologise for the inconvenience caused.
3. The Club has placed a 'function hire' advert in the new edition of Yellow
Pages on page 521.
Regards
Paul Franklin
Membership Sec
ERFC
Eastleigh RFC
Club News
17 May 2009
1. The award winners at the recent Annual Dinner were as follows:
Clubperson of the Year..............Mike Whitecross
Chairman's Award for services to the Club...........Dave Lowe
Senior
Player of the Year..........Paul Taylor
Senior most improved Player....Tony Fudio
Second XV Player of the Year........Andy Gilmore
2. Just a reminder to players that training is ongoing every Wednesday night @ 7pm, with a bit
of fitness training on a Monday I believe.
3. The Club has had a joint meeting with Eastleigh Council about the state of the two pitches.
Keith Kent the Head Groundsman at Twickenham was also present, and a series of measures will be taken from June onwards
to make sure both pitches are safer and better to play on next season. I won't go into all the technical details, but the
measures involve new seeding, weeding, airing the soil and other under ground stuff designed to shake up the earth to allow
better root growth. Let's hope we get some straight poles as well.
4. It is hoped to get a Colts [ Under 18,19 ] squad out next season. They won't enter the
Hampshire Colts League next season, but play friendlies to see how they go. So, if you know of any young lads who may
be interested please let me know and I can pass on the details to them.
Regards
Paul Franklin
Membership Sec
ERFC
Eastleigh RFC
Club News
30 April 2009
1. Another season over, roll on September, but no time to put your feet up and take it
easy for a couple of months. I'm sure you players will be pleased to note that fitness & training will continue all year
round, yes no end of season break, every Wednesday @ 7pm at the Club...where were you yesterday !!!
2. Well done to the Second XV, captained by Dave Lowe, for finishing top of Hampshire Merit
Table Three.
3. 2008/09 top try and points scorers, all teams and games, were:
4. Please note that the Club AGM is Wednesday 6 May @ 9pm [ after training ] so no excuse.
5. Lastly, some of you will remember Nick Gosse who sadly passed away suddenly last year. His
eldest son, Matthew, is doing a charity bike ride through the Alps, some 500 miles, in aid of Alzheimer's and Cancer charities
in September 2009. The ride is being organised by 'Challenge Adventure Charities [ No. 1057920 ] and any donation or support
would be most welcome. Write direct to Matthew Gosse, Little Basset, Glen Road, Kingsdown, Deal, Kent, CT14 8BS.
Many thanks.
Paul Franklin
Membership Sec
ERFC
Eastleigh RFC
Club News
20 April 2009
The funeral of Mike Whitecross will take place on Monday 27 April at 1:15pm at Basingstoke Crematorium,
Stockbridge Road, North Waltham, RG25 2BA...then back at ERFC Clubhouse, The Hub, Bishopstoke.
Paul Franklin
Membership Sec
Eastleigh RFC
Club News
18 April 2009
I think we are safe in Hampshire One for next season.
East Dorset 3 Fordingbridge 26
Eastleigh 24 Farnborough
7
Romsey 10 Southampton
33
Sandown 29 New Milton
5
Bottom of table :
Eastleigh -16
11pts
East Dorset -83
10
New Milton -114
10
Southampton -144 10
How close is that !!!
Paul Franklin
Membership Sec
Eastleigh RFC
Club News
15 April 2009
1. It is with great sadness that the Club announces the death last night of Mike Whitecross.
Mike was an Eastleigh man through and through, having been involved with the Mini & Junior Section, The Colts squad, and
lately as Senior Club Treasurer. Indeed, Mike continued to carry out his Treasurer duties during his brave fight against cancer,
and only recently handed over the books to Llyod Attree. Our thoughts are with his wife Karen, children, family and friends.
Details of the funeral arrangements will be announced when known.
2. Saturday 18 April is our last Hampshire One League game of the season. A defeat and
we will almost certainly go back to Hampshire Two League. A win, or even a draw, may be enough to save us depending on other
results. Needless to say this game is important for the Club, and your touchline support is required. Let's make the day a
celebration of Mike's life, for I know he would have been on the touchline as usual cheering on the lads. Club colours should
be worn if at all possible..scarf..bobble hat..tie....Red, Amber & Black - No going back.
3. What about the Second XV then...finishing top of Hampshire Merit Table Three just ahead
of season rivals Ryde RFC. A great achievement by a squad of dedicated and talented players of all ages, sizes and shapes...and
that's just Captain Dave Lowe.
4. Finally, a word of congratulations to the Mini & Junior Section on a brillant season.
Not only were the Section awarded the RFU Seal of Approval, they had a succesful season in most age groups. Also, they
welcomed the Hurricanes Special Needs Rugby Club to Bishopstoke, and saw playing members increase. Check out the Junior
Section website for all the details.
Regards
Paul Franklin
Membership Secretary
Eastleigh RFC
Club News
29 March 2009
1. Another defeat in the last minute of the game, 10-6 away to Southampton, means the First XV
are on the brink of going back to Hampshire League Two. With only one game to go, home to Farnborough on 18 April, even
a win may not be enough to keep us up. With only two points between the bottom four Clubs, we need other results to go our
way.
East Dorset -60 10 pts
New Milton -90 10
Eastleigh -33
9
Southampton -167 8
We could end up bottom of the League if we loose to Farnborough, or fourth from bottom and safe,
if we win and both East Dorset & New Milton loose.
2. Better news from the Second XV who won their last Merit Table Three game 21-17 away to Chineham.
They may be top of the Table if Ryde don't play any of their postponed fixtures before the season ends. Whatever happens the
Second XV have had a great season under Captain Dave Lowe, and the Merit Table title would be a well deserved reward for
their efforts.
3. Tickets still available for the end of season dinner on Friday 1 May. See Glenn or download
the request form from the website.
Regards
Paul Franklin
Membership Sec
ERFC
Eastleigh RFC
Club News
19 March 2009
1. The First XV home game against Fawley this Saturday has been cancelled. The Second XV
are still going over to Ryde RFC , as far as I know, for a Merit Table game against the Table leaders.
2. However, the Clubhouse will be open from 12:30pm on Saturday for the three 6 Nations
games, starting with Italy v France @ 13:15; England v Scotland @ 15:30; Wales v Ireland @ 17:30. So don't sit at home on
your own all afternoon.
3. Don't forget the Annual Dinner & Presentation Night on 1st May, tickets available from
Glenn Lawrence, or download request form from the website.
4. If you haven't seen the February/March Newsletter, copies are still available on the Clubhouse
window sill.
Regards
Paul Franklin
Membership Sec
ERFC
Eastleigh RFC
Club News
12 March 2009
1. Your support is again needed this coming Saturday at Home against top of the League
Fordingbridge, KO 3pm. With only three games to go, and only three points between the bottom four Clubs, Eastleigh, East Dorset,
New Milton & Southampton, this is a must win game.
The Second XV are also at Home to Overton 2 in their bid to top the Hants Merit Table Three.
2. Don't forget the Members Luncheon on Saturday 21 March at 12:45pm for only £6. The last luncheon
of the season so please try to attend. A request form is attached, or just email me.
3. Tickets are now available for the Annual Dinner & Presentation Night on 1st May at
the Macdonald Botley Park Hotel, Botley @ £30 a head. A request form is attached.
Regards
Paul Franklin
Membership Sec
ERFC
Eastleigh RFC
Club News
6 March 2009
About time I kept you up to date with things happening in our Junior & Mini Section. If you
want to see the future of the Club then try and get along to one of the following events:
Sunday morning 8 March...Home tournament...Trojans & Tottonians Under 7 - Under 12's
Wednesday 18 March at Home..09:30 - 14:30..Special Needs Tag Tournament
Wednesday 25 March at Home..09:30 - 15:00..Eastleigh District Primary Schools Tournament
25/26 April..at Home...Plymouth RFC Under 14's squad are paying us a visit
2/3 May..at Home...Junior Fun Day...possible visiting teams from Nailsea RFC and Burton RFC
If you want more details, or can help out, on any of the events let me know and I will
put you in touch with the relevant organiser.
If you know of any kids who would like to join our Junior/Mini Section again just let me know
and I can put you in touch with the Squad Manager or Coach.
Last Sunday we hosted two County games..Hampshire U15 v Hertfordshire U15 [ win ]
Hampshire U15 'A' v Hertfordshire U15 'A' [lost]
Hopefully the first of many County games to be held at Bishopstoke to promote the Club.
Regards
Paul Franklin
Membership Secretary
ERFC
Hampshire Division Two Champions
Winning our last League game at home on 12 April by beating Aldershot
& Fleet 24 -5 sealed the Championship Title to add to our Hampshire Plate winners title. A great finish to a
long and hard season for the First Team squad, captained by Dave Craddock. Well done lads one and all.
Eastleigh win Hampshire Plate
5 April 2008
Eastleigh
RFC15Farnborough
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