The season concluded with our 1stXV securely positioned in mid-table. A strong start dissipated however our young squad are well-set for the season ahead with training commencing on 8th July. The 2ndXV firing on all cylinders throughout the season secured promotion in bizarre circumstances – following the suspension of London Scottish (fielding ineligible players) and Priorians being unable to muster a side for the finals day. The 2’s were frustrated to be denied their final but now look forward to the season ahead with excitement and intent. The Silverbacks concluded yet another hugely successful season, crowned League Champions for the fourth consecutive season (5 if covid gap excluded)! Recruitment work is ongoing with the aim of enhancing the existing squads, but also very much with an eye to the creation of additional senior sides as our Club continues to evolve.

YOUTH

Following a series of Festivals, the Minis concluded their season at the end of April with their traditional BBQ. With the summer recruitment fairs currently underway we look forward to welcoming many new arrivals for the season to come. Our Juniors concluded their season with the U14’s hosting the mighty Montpellier in early-May. A fabulous mornings’ rugby with Chiswick, Montpellier, Barnes, Ealing and Middlesex Barbarians (Girls) all in action. All followed by an afternoon of Awards and fun - enjoyed by many. Special note must go to the U15’s – the undefeated, indomitable U15’s that is – congratulations!

With the recent appointment of Gauthier de Beer as Head of Youth Development – exciting times lie ahead as our entire Youth section is further energised from U6’s onwards and the journey to re-establishing a Colts side (for the first time in a long while) continues!

And that’s it for the Summer – other than it’s not…

SUMMER AT YOUR CLUB

Recent changes seem to have generated a certain momentum. Here’s the Summer Diary – please feel welcome to come down and see what’s going on at any time…

Just gone:

Sun 28th Apr Minis end of season BBQ

Sat 11th May Montpellier U14’s at Chiswick, followed by Juniors Awards and fun

Thurs 23rd May Seniors Awards Hog Roast

Sat 1st Jun Silverback Awards Family BBQ

Sat 20th Apr-to date Aussie Rules and/or Rugby League most weekends

To come:

Thurs 20th Jun Aussie Rules: West London Wildcats Womens KO 20:00

Sat 22nd Jun Rugby League: London Chargers - KO 13:00 & 14:30

Sun 23rd Jun Sri Lankan Touch Rugby Festival – 09:00-late. Busy, colourful and vibrant – outdoor bars, food tents & live music (18:30)

Sun 30th Jun Blue Moon Football Academy Awards – 11:30-16:00 – Lebanese Street Food, Bouncy Castle, Face painting

Sat 6th Jul Chiswick 7’s – 09:00 to late. For the first time – the entry is closed. Elite and Social competitions – outdoor bars, food vans, artisan coffee and music.

Thurs 11th Jul Hockey Tournament Hospitality – Outdoor Food, Bar & Music

Sat 13th Jul We welcome Quintin RFC for their AGM followed by Awards Evening with dining and music.

Sat 20th Jul Aussie Rules: West London Wildcats - games 09:00-18:00

Fri 9th Aug Rugby Union: CS Stags vs Barnes (pre-season training match) KO 20:00

Sat 10th Aug Rugby League: Hills Hoists vs Wests Warriors (local derby, great atmosphere in earlier cup game) KO 14:30

Sat 17th Aug Chiswick 1stXV – pre-season friendly (oppo tbc) KO 14:30

Fri 23rd Aug Chiswick 1stXV – pre-season friendly vs Marlow KO 20:00

Fri 30th Aug Chiswick Silverbacks – first game of season vs Marlow KO 20:00

Sat 31st Aug Double-header: Chiswick 1stXV – pre-season friendly vs Weybridge Vandals KO 12:30 then Rugby League: Hills Hoists semi-finals KO 14:30

Maroon Club 12-2 on Sundays 30thJun, 28th Jul & 25th Aug

Sun 1st Sep Youth Rugby Season - Start

So – a fun summer of sport and colour with (currently) only two weekends without an event in the close-season. As previously mentioned, please feel welcome to come down and join in!

THE NEW SEASON – HOLD THE DATE

Fixtures are coming together for all sectors of our Club and the calendar will of course be communicated over time. In the meantime, can we ask ALL the Chiswick Rugby Family to hold the following dates pending announcements to come regarding Club-wide Special Events being created as we write:

Sat 7th September – opening 1stXV League fixture vs Old Streetonians

Sat 19th October – a very special day.

Enjoy your summer.

Michael

Chiswick RFC
www.chiswickrugby.co.uk
077644 99 116