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SENIOR RUGBY
A great Saturday for our 2XV as they beat a strong Worthing 3’s away in the cup, 32 - 46. Try’s for old hands, Tim and Ali, were added to by Sam, a brace for Rhys and a speedy hat trick from Ben Green on the wing, earned him a MOM performance. The reward for this win is a trip to Jersey in the next round on the 15th November!

Next weekend is a busy one for our senior squads as league rugby begins in earnest! Our 1XV travel to Seaford on Saturday, while our 2’s host Horsham as our men start a busy and crucial month of rugby. On Sunday our Women host Seaford in what is always a fruity encounter.

Let’s pack the touchlines (and The Steve Cairns Clubhouse) for our two home games across the weekend.

INTERMEDIATE RUGBY
Last weekend, Sunday 21st, the Under 12's played their first matches of the season, a friendly fixture away at Haywards Heath, in preparation for their first season in the Sussex Waterfall Leagues. A big day for the whole squad, arriving for the first time proudly sporting their new club ties!

The Blue Team really got out of the blocks quickly, playing some superb rugby and looking really well drilled as a team, finishing with a resounding 12 tries to nil victory, including hat tricks from Iestyn and Jonah.

Our Red Team put in a fantastic effort, with newer players Oscar and Antonio in particular making some very strong breaks and Henry making some try saving tackles in defence. Going in at half time 2 tries all, the game finished 4 - 3 to Haywards Heath but the whole team can be proud of their performance.

Coach Tom Brooke said:
'This was a brilliant way to kick off our season and see some of the work we've already been doing in training start to come to life. The whole squad were a credit to the club throughout the day. We'll continue to work hard in training and can be really confident going into our first league fixtures on 5th October'.

MEET A RED ROSE THIS SUNDAY
In case you missed it, we are hugely excited to tell you that a World Cup Winning Red Rose is joining us at Saint Hill on Sunday to help with our Girls Rugby Fest.

Jess Breach (The Jess Express) started every game in England’s victorious cup run, the speedy winger scoring six trys across the tournament. Come and join her, accompanied by former Red Roses, Kathy Garson and Jenny Lyne. Why not book your daughter in to our Girls Rugby Fest to join in the fun or just get to the club and grab a selfie or two??

For more info, click here: Meet Jess

FIRST PRE MATCH MEAL OF THE SEASON
What a day Saturday 11th October is going to be! The first home game for our 1XV and it just happens to be against Shoreham, who have our old DOR Ryan Morlen as their player/coach!

As a bonus, we are cutting the price even further to £17.50 for 2 courses for adults. Children can also come for £7.

Come and be a part of this rugby feast. Book your seat at: Meal tickets

KENNY ROSER
Last week we sadly announced the passing of Kenny.
Kens funeral will take place at Wealden Crematorium, Horam Road, Horam, Heathfield, TN210FX, at 3pm on Friday 17th October, and afterwards at the Club.

If anyone would like to send a card to the family, the address is:
Coppice Farm
Holtye Road
East Grinstead
West Sussex
RH193QF

We have been asked to request that you don’t bring flowers.

MICK LINDFIELD
We also announced the passing of Mick. We had this lovely tribute (and picture) from Roy:

“I am so sad to hear of the death of Mick Lindfield. Not only did I go to school with him but he was an integral part of the Club during my playing days. I met him at the club only a short time ago and he was his usual pleasant self.

I attach a photo of some of the players of my day with Mick second from the right in the back row. Sadly those with really long memories will recognise other members who have also passed from us . All great characters! I miss them now, even after 65 years
Rugby does that to you!

Spanning MIck on the back row are John Voller, and Jack Litchfield. From the left on the front row, 1: Johnny Perrins, 3. John Summers, 4 Ian Peskett, 7 Tony (Pom) Marshall.

I also played cricket with Johnny and Jack for Ashurst Wood. Pom turned out once (How's that ref.?) He was not asked again!!

Regards
Roy Windibank”

RACE NIGHT
A quick shout out to the team for putting on a brilliant Race Night for our first social of the year! Thanks to all who came and made it a brilliant evening! Look below for details of all our upcoming events!

UPCOMING SOCIAL DATES FOR THE DIARY
Please note, there have been some changes to previously published information.

31st October - Children's Halloween Party, 2.30 - 4.30pm

1st November - Halloween fancy dress "Dead celebrities" & Disco 7pm onwards

7th November - Curry & Quiz Night

14 & 15th November Christmas Fayre (14th, 5pm - 7.30 15th, 9am - midday)

20th December - Adults Christmas Party

21st December - Childrens Christmas Party

WORLD CHAMPS!!
They did it for the girls! The Red Roses won the Women's Rugby World Cup with a 33-13 victory over Canada to claim the title of World Champions!

Want to keep backing the Red Roses? Join them at Allianz Stadium next April as they kick off their Guinness Women's Six Nations campaign against Ireland. Get tickets here: England v Ireland tickets

OTHER NEWS
If you have any news about any aspect of our rugby family here at East Grinstead, get involved and email m.marriott@btconnect.com. See you next week!!