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Tuesday, 28 September 2010
Blackland Farm photos
Wednesday, 30 June 2010
Training in July
J
Wednesday, 13 January 2010
No rugby at Haywards Heath Sunday 17th
Thursday, 24 December 2009
Saturday, 19 December 2009
Sunday CANCELLED... but this time its the snow
Hi againWednesday, 16 December 2009
Xmas party cancelled
Sunday, 6 December 2009
RUGBY CANCELLED - Sun 6th Dec
Hi everyone
I’m afraid that we have to cancel rugby again today. I’m really sorry, especially as it is so long since we played, but the weather is set against us at the moment.
Keep your fingers crossed for next week!
Cheers
Jay
Hove U12s
Thursday, 5 November 2009
Your help requested. Please be generous

Sunday, 11 October 2009
Hastings Festival pictures
Hastings Festival
If anyone is interested.. I use Picasa to store and manage my photos. It's a free download from here.
The latest version (3.5) has face recognition, it will search all your photos for individual faces and let you group them by person. This lets you see how your kids have grown through photos.
If you have a gmail (googlemail) account you can copy your photos online with a single click and either share them to one person on a private basis, a group of people or everyone in the world. It makes backing up your photos childs play. You can also download them onto another computer.
Sunday, 4 October 2009
Haywards Heath Friendly matches
http://picasaweb.google.com/HoveRFC1997/HaywardsHeath#
Thursday, 27 August 2009
Hove Under 12s and BBQ 30 August
Hope you all had a good summer (although I'm still waiting for the BBQ summer we were promised). We are now Hove Under 12s, last year in the minis, and thought I'd let you know what was happening (well, at least for the first couple of weeks!).
The 2009-10 Season Starts on Sunday 6th September and we will be on Pitch 3 at the kit store room end, http://www.multimap.com/s/jrDxex38. The first four weeks of the season will be training from 10.00-12.00 as usual.
Please note that Registration will be on Sunday 6th and Sunday 13th September. All existing members are being sent a renewal form next week - please bring this form and cash or cheque with you. Details of membership fees can be found on the website: http://www.hoverfc.com/index.php?menu=Club&submenu=Membership&ql=22.
The club is holding its pre-season BBQ at the clubhouse on 30th August, 2009. ALL club members and familes are welcome. Deano is providing the food, and there will be a live band during the afternoon. There will also be a bouncy castle for the littl 'uns. The event starts at 1pm.
So, if I don't see you this Sunday, I'll see you on 6th September
Fiona
Friday, 8 May 2009
Wasps Coaching Day - Hove Weds 27 May
We have been asked to let you know about a Wasps Coaching day on Weds 27th May at Hove for ages 8 - 14. The day is open to all clubs in the south Sussex area. Places are limited, first come first served.
Best way to sign up is online at www.rugbycamps.com/londonwasps
Fiona
Friday, 1 May 2009
Sunday 3rd May
Hi everyone,
Sunday 3rd May is proving to be EXTREMELY busy with lots of other things going on apart from the Minis Awards Day.
As you know a lot of our squad will be missing through various activities, so we would like to hold a separate U11 awards day so that everyone can be present and give us a chance to vote for player of the year etc.
There is a Tag match for coaches/parents (parents you have been warned please bring suitable footwear!) between the age groups that should be taking place around 10.30 on the U10/U12 pitches:
Pool A: U6/U7, The Dogs, U11s
Pool B: The Rhinosaurs, U9s, U12s
There is a £1 per person match fee - and small people will be wandering around with collection buckets. This should be completed by 11.30 - so there will be a chance for kids to have a game of bulldog or similar before the Chinook Helicopter lands about 11.45 - then there will be club presentations at the front of the clubhouse by the Wing Commander to coaches etc.
There will also be a bouncy castle and hopefully a BBQ and of course the bar will be open. They are looking for volunteers to help with the BBQ - anyone willing please let me know asap.
Just to let you know there are also the following events happening:
10.30 - Hove U13 game Pitch 2 which needs to be finished by 11.45 otherwise the helicopter will land on them!
11.00 - Colts County Final - Pitch 1
2.00pm - Women's Final - Pitch 1
2.30p - Hove park old boys game - Pitch 2
not to mention a home cricket match!
Final bit of advice from the club is to try not to drive down as parking will be horrific - you have been warned!
Fiona
Monday, 27 April 2009
Sunday 3rd May - Minis Fun Day
First of all well done to everyone who went to Edenbridge - the A's were the runners up in the Plate Competition (our first bit of silver!) and although the Bs did not progress into a final they played with a lot of commitment and against some very strong opposition - so well done to all and well done to all the parents for their stamina! Sitting in the sun all day is hard work!
This Sunday, 3rd May, is the Minis Fun Day at Hove. We are expecting a Chinook Helicopter, the pilot is an ex-Hove player, and it will arrive at 12pm and depart at 2pm. There may also be a tag game between coaches/parents of all age groups! So for those who are available please turn up for some gentle exercise and fun at the normal time.
In the meantime though it appears that many of our players won't be available on Sunday as it is the start of the cricket and athletics season. At the moment I know of the following who won't be available.
Freddie Nehls, Freddie Garth, Freddie Packham, George Oliver, George Turner, George Karous, Max Karous, James Hadfield, Luke Griffiths, Mikey Howell, Lawrence Wright, Sam Pfeiffer, Steph Pfeiffer, Zac Downey
If there's anyone else who knows they are not around next Sunday please can you let me know as soon as possible as this will affect when we have the U11s awards day.
Feel free to email fiona.nehls@btinternet.com or text me on 07929 325827.
I also wanted to let you know that John Wright, Lawrence's dad, has very kindly uploaded some photos from recent tournaments onto a Picasa web page http://picasaweb.google.com/HoveRFC1997 . The Wasps group photo from this year and 2008 are also on this page.
Catch up with all soon
Fiona
Tuesday, 21 April 2009
Sunday 26 April, Edenbridge - As & Bs
Hope everyone who went paintballing on Sunday has survived! Many thanks to Steph for finding the place and also to Nicky Turner for helping me with giving out the paintballs!!
This Sunday 26th April, we are all at Edenbridge. My understanding is that the following are available:
Backs
Daniel Adu
Zac Downey
Freddie Garth
Luke Griffiths
George Karous
Max Karous
George Oliver
Sam Pfeiffer
Davis West
Joe Baker
Dan Foulds-Holt
Oisin Harris
Freddie Nehls
George Turner
Forwards
James Cull
James Hadfield
Mikey Howell
Jacob Knight
Aran McDonald
Tom Healy
Miley Porritt
Henry Wallis
Lawrence Wright
Charlie Butcher
Sacha Eales
IF ANYONE FROM THE ABOVE LIST IS NOT AVAILABLE - PLEASE LET ME KNOW BY RETURN.
WE WILL ANNOUNCE TEAMS LATER IN THE WEEK.
In the meantime, details from Edenbridge Ruby Club as follows:
The Pavilion, Lingfield Road Recreation Ground, Edenbridge, TN8 5DY
www.edenbridgerfc.co.uk
ERFC are looking forward to your arrival for this year’s Edenbridge Mini Rugby Festival.
Keep your carbon footprint small and share a car!
CAR PARKING + 10 minute walk - I will forward maps separately.
Please park at Eden Valley School, Four Elms Road, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 6AD and then take the short, 10 minute, walk to Edenbridge RFC, The Pavilion, Lingfield Road, Recreation Ground, Edenbridge, TN8 5DY
A free minibus shuttle service and will be running to and from the Car Park to the Recreation Ground. Priority to be given to the elderly, infirm, and to those with young children.
At the parking area there will be clearly identifiable Edenbridge Marshals who will direct you to the Festival Ground.
Please do not attempt to park in the vicinity of the clubhouse as these places have been allocated to referees who have been issued with special passes and to those with disabled parking permits. Police will stop any unauthorized vehicle from entering roads leading to the clubhouse and will not allow parking on Lingfield Rd.
Please also note the following:
· The fast flowing tributaries to the River Eden, with steep banks, run to the side and rear of the Recreation Ground. Do not allow the children to play by these streams.
The event, by its very nature, is in the public arena and participants and their parents acknowledges that recording and publication of images may ensue. The organisers reserve the right to challenge any suspect photography.
· Please remember to bring plenty of warm and waterproof clothing for players.
· There will be refreshment tents serving sausage rolls, burgers, hot dogs, soup, hot & cold drinks and sweets. Alcoholic beverages will be available from the clubhouse.
· Please note that NO BARBEQUES are allowed on the playing area as this is council property.
· There will be a display area for “RAM Rugby” selling rugby kit, gum shields, studs etc.
· DE Photo will be taking action photographs which will be available for purchase on the day.
· Remember: your players are your responsibility! Please ensure they are under the supervision of a responsible adult at all times.
Finally, the first games kick-off at 10:00. Please ensure you allow ample time to park and to walk to the Recreational Ground and to locate your pitch, etc. (We suggest 9;15 at the latest.) Why not arrive early for a sausage roll and a coffee – these will be available from 9:00!!
See you Sunday - please aim to get the ground for 09.15 at the latest.
Thanks
Fiona
Friday, 10 April 2009
REMINDERS
Just a few reminders!
1. No Rugby for U11s on Easter Sunday
2. Paintballing - Sunday 19 April -
Currently, the following are taking part:
James Cull x 2
Dan Foulds-Holt x 2
Freddie Garth x 3
James Hadfield x 1
George Karous x 1
Max Karous x 1
Freddie Nehls x 2
Miley Porritt x 4
Sam Pfeiffer x 2
Yoann Steque x 2
George Turner x 2 or 3
Davis West x 2
Charlie Butcher x 2
If anyone else wants to take part, I need to know by Tuesday 14 April. I will send out further details next week but be warned it is a prompt 09.15 start!
3. Edenbridge Tournament - Sunday 26 April
At the moment I understand everyone is available for this with the exception of:
Raffaele, Kian, Lewis and Yoann/Francois.
If anyone else is not available please let me know asap as we are planning to enter an A and B team.
4. Belated Congratulations to the arrival of Grace Ava (sister to Raffaelle) on 1st April.
Happy Easter!
Fiona
Wednesday, 1 April 2009
Remaining 2008/09 Fixtures
Thought you might like to know what's happening for the rest of the season.
Sunday 5th April - Staines Festival
Forwards: James Cull, James Hadfield, Mikey, Jacob, Lawrence, Sacha, Freddie Packham
Backs: Sam, George Oliver, Davis, George K, Max, Zac, Yoann
If you have not already let me know your availability - please do so asap.
There will be training at Hove for everyone else.
Sunday 12th April - EASTER SUNDAY - No Training
Sunday 19th April - "Fun Day" - Paintballing - Effingham
As there is no tour this year - this will be an opportunity for the kids (and the coaches) to let off some steam. We have reserved places at Deepwood - Fort Bravo (yes, honest!)
http://www.paintballgames.co.uk/centre/deepwood.html and hope as many as possible can come along - including parents.
Cost will be approx £17.50 per head to include:
Games from 09.15 to 4.00pm
Lunch of pizza (margarita or pepperoni)
Free coffee, tea, water
150 paintballs per person free
All other clothing/equipment included.
This facility will allow 10 and 11 year olds to play as long as there are some adults around. We are also looking into the possibility of a coach.
If you are interested please let me know as soon as possible and I can forward a brochure and map etc.
Sunday 26th April - Edenbridge TBC
Sunday 3rd May - Minis Awards Day at Hove
Cheers
Fiona
Friday, 27 March 2009
SUNDAY 29 MARCH - HORSHAM AND CROWBOROUGH
Sorry for delay in getting email out but have had a few challenges with availability etc.
Horsham - Festival
James Cull
James Hadfield
Tom Healy
Jacob Knight
Henry Wallis
Daniel Adu
Zac Downey
Max Karous
George Karous
George Oliver
Sam Pfeiffer
Davis West
Raffaele Milne
Crowborough
Charlie Butcher
Sacha Eales
Miley Porritt
Lawrence Wright
Joe Baker
Dan Foulds-Holt
George Turner
Freddie Nehls
Yoann Steque
The team going to Crowborough are going to have some subs from the other teams playing in this tournament as we don't have quite enough players.
As you can see we need everyone so any queries/problems please let me know asap.
Will send out full details for both tournaments to the individuals later today, you need to arrive by 09.30 for both festivals but, please, please don't forget THE CLOCKS GO FORWARD ON SATURDAY SO DON'T BE LATE!!!!
Fiona
Monday, 23 March 2009
SUNDAY 29 MARCH - AVAILABILITY
As soon as I have details on the group photo I will get that to you and if, in the meantime, anyone has any photos for the website please do email me and we will update the slide show on the blog. I have certificates for everyone and will get those distributed next time we are all together.
Onto next week............. we are trying to get two teams together. There is an A Festival at Horsham and a 4-way fixture at Crowborough for the Bs.
At the moment we are working on everyone being available with the exception of:
Freddie Garth
Luke Griffiths
Freddie Packham
Aran McDonald
Tom Healy
If there are any additional people not available, please can you let me know by Wednesday evening at the latest - thanks.
Fiona
Tuesday, 17 March 2009
WASPS Day - Sunday 22 March
Just to let you know that I will be sending around an email with further details on the Wasps Trip on Sunday to everyone who has booked a place - but just wanted to let you all know the basics!
We need to be at the training ground, Royal Grammar School (High Wycombe) by 09.40 so for those of us on the coach we will need to meet at Shirley Drive at 07.30!!
Training will be at the RGS for 2 hrs - there is an opportunity for children to shower and change after the training session so please make sure any change of clothes/towels etc that are brought are clearly named. After the training session we will go onto Adams Park and anticipate arriving there at 12.30pm.
Refreshments will be available during the morning and it is recommended that you bring a packed lunch to eat at the Stadium. Please also note there is a bit of hanging around until the community photographs are taken at 2.00pm - you have been warned! Not sure of the weather forecast yet but needless to say please make sure you have sufficient warm/wet weather gear for kids and adults alike!
The coach will depart Adams Park around 5.00pm and we should be back at Shirley Drive by 7.00-7.30pm.
For those who are not coming to Wasps - there is no training and the next matches are on Sunday 29 March - As will be at Horsham and Bs at Crowborough. As ever, if anyone knows they are not available, please let me know as soon as possible.
See you Sunday
Fiona
07929 325827