Lots of rugby on offer at home this weekend with seven youth games no less.
The u7 and u9 also welcome Esher and Weybridge Vandals for a triangular training session.
For those at home a reminder that we have some playing kit in stock. Swing by the clubhouse and pick up some club socks or a nice beannie perhaps.
In adult rugby, the Men's 1st and 2nd XVs both won, as did the U22s, as did the Women's XV. Well done to all of them.
Don'f forget our new Rugger Rascals group for kids aged 18 months upwards
New for 2023, we are working with Rugger Rascals to give younger boys and girls a start to their rugby careers. The first session is this Sunday and there are three sessions depending on age. Full details are here: http://wmrfc.co.uk/rugger-rascals
Pitch plan for Sunday - for any matches that are still on
This weekend everyone is training at home, except the U18 Girls who play Tunbridge Wells away in the National Cup – best of luck to them.
Volunteers needed
All rugby clubs rely on volunteers, and Wimbledon is no exception. We need to fill a number of on-, and off-pitch positions. Each age group has been asked by the club to provide ONE referee, TWO volunteers for club roles (e.g. kit, events, parking, social media, committee, etc), THREE first aiders and FOUR (or more) additional coaches to those already in place. These roles don't take up huge amounts of time and are very rewarding. Please let your head coach and/or manager know how you can help.
Rugger Rascals for kids aged 18 months upwards
New for 2023, we are working with Rugger Rascals to give younger boys and girls a start to their rugby careers. The first session is this Sunday and there are three sessions depending on age. Full details are here: http://wmrfc.co.uk/rugger-rascals
Adult rugby
1st XV Men: the team continues their season at home this Saturday to Royal Wootton Bassett, kick off at 2pm (U12 Boys on ball boy duty).
Women's XV: have a game at home on Sunday against Guildford Gazelles Ladies.
Pitch plan for Sunday - for any matches that are still on
The hard ground has meant we can't train on Sunday. But that won't stop the Christmas Party!
Rugger Rascals for kids aged 18 months upwards
New for 2023, we are working with Rugger Rascals to give younger boys and girls a start to their rugby careers. The first session is on Sunday 8th January and there are three sessions depending on age. Full details are here: http://wmrfc.co.uk/rugger-rascals
We will also have Wimbledon RFC bobble hats for sale. These are the perfect Christmas present!
Training returns on Sunday 8 January 2023 at 9.30am.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
It's looking likely that all the usual 9.30 starts for the minis and younger youth groups are/will be called off due to frozen pitches. For the u8 and u10s going to Wimbledon Warriors these games are definitely off and you can all enjoy a lie in!
At the time of writing u5/u6 and u7 are definitely off. Keep an eye out for emails/messages from your team manager. Our contact details for managers and head coaches are here: http://wmrfc.co.uk/contacts
Next Sunday - 18 December 2022 - is the minis Christmas party. Details to follow. We take a Christmas break thereafter until 8 January 2023 when rugby resumes.
Pitch plan for Sunday - for any matches that are still on
Most teams are at home this Sunday. Welcome to Sutton & Epsom who are playing our u14 boys.
Next week (Dec 4th) all the u7 to u11s are away at festivals (Reeds for u7 and u10, Cobham for u11, Chobham for u8 and u9). Make sure you don't mix your Chobhams and Cobhams up as they are miles from each other.
Huge thanks for all you coat donations in aid of Wrap-up London. Sophie Castle has dropped them off and they will help many homeless and vulnerable people have a slightly more tolerable winter. Thank you.
Pitch plan for Sunday
The weather did its best to thwart rugby last week. With many matches cancelled it was good to at least get a joint training session away with Old Ruts.
This Sunday promises to be both sunnier and warmer.
The u7s-u9s are away at the Sutton & Epsom Festival (Priesthill Lane, Ewell) and the u10s and u11s are away at the Guildford Festival.
For those at home we welcome Sutton & Epsom to play the u12 boys and u14 girls.
We need your coats
WRAP-UP LONDON: Sophie Castle (our Safeguarding Officer) is collecting coats again this year for Wrap up London. Please have a rummage at home and bring in any unused coats to the clubhouse on either 13 or 20 November.
Still top of the table
ADULT RUGBY: Huge win for the Men's 1st XV at home last weekend over Sutton & Epsom, which sees them maintain top spot in the league. They have an away tie at Bracknell RFC this Saturday. The Women's XV game was called off last Sunday - they play Sutton & Epsom at home this Sunday.
Pitch plan for Sunday
A busy Sunday ahead with lots of youth matches at home for the following. Would all visitors please follow our Parking Policy, avoid parking on streets with cones our (they are there for a reason) and listen to the advice and requests from our volunteers parents helping with parking marshalling.
U13 Boys (vs OCs)
U14 Boys (vs Cobham)
U14 Girls (vs S&E)
U16 Boys (vs Effingham & Leatherhead)
U18 Girls (vs S&E).
We also welcome the U7, U9 and U11s from Old Ruts (our U8 and U10 are away at Old Ruts).
ADULT RUGBY UPDATE: The Men's 1st XV winning run continued with a hard fought win on the road at Havant (11-16). You can check out the league table on the England Rugby website.
This week: We host a massive derby this Saturday (5 November) against Sutton & Epsom: 2.30pm kick off (U9s on ball boy/girl duties) and we are looking for a big home crowd. Lunch is being served for everyone beforehand (£5). The Women's XV are away at Hammersmith & Fulham Ladies on Sunday. You can book your lunch here: https://bit.ly/3DVS9xT.
Pitch plan for Sunday
**Remember - the clocks go back this Sunday so you get another hour in bed**
The U9 to U11s are away at Warlingham for a festival this Sunday. We welcome Battersea Ironsides to play the U15 Boys and the U16 Girls host Cobham.
Two youth results to report: The Colts beat London Welsh 24-12 and the U16 Boys lost to Guildford 12-7.
The adults: Mens 1st XV: Big win on the road for the Men's 1st XV against Maidenhead 67-15. They are away at Havant this Saturday. Next home game is a big derby against Sutton & Epsom - U9s on ball boy/girl duties for that one. The Women's XV had an excellent win at home over Canterbury Ladies 36-7. They are away this Sunday with a game at Hammersmith & Fulham Ladies.
Pitch plan for Sunday
This Sunday the U16 Boys are away at Guildford, and the U14 Boys play London Scottish at home.
Last Sunday the Colts chalked up a second solid win in the Waterfall Cup, beating London Welsh 24-12.
The adult men's 1st XV won big in a table-top clash to go top. Check out the league table on the England Rugby website. Sadly the women's XV were unlucky against local rivals Ironsides, losing 12-17.
Pitch plan for Sunday
The U12 and U14 Girls are away this weekend at the Surrey Values Festivals and the U18 Girls are away in the National Cup. The U14 Boys welcome Teddington for a joint training session and the Colts play London Welsh in the afternoon (2pm).
MIXED ABILITY RUGBY: Fancy pulling on some rugby boots? Mixed Ability Rugby is the format for adults of ANY ability to enjoy a game of rugby. Wimbledon have been challenged to a match at home on Saturday 26th November. Whether you are a minis parent or coach or just a friend, if you are interested in playing please contact Edward Beale this Sunday. He will be at the clubhouse between 10.30 and 11.30 wearing a quartered Wimbledon rugby top. After this please email him on mixedabilityrugby.wrfc@gmail.com.
ADULT RUGBY: The Men's 1st XV are back action on Saturday at home against Oxford Harlequins (3pm kick off). The Women's XV are away at Battersea Ironsides Ladies on Sunday.
FIREWORKS - SUNDAY 6 NOVEMBER 2022
Tickets are nearly sold out so book now for our fantastic fireworks display organised by our wonderful U10s crew and the parents of Willington School and West Wimbledon Primary School. Book tickets at https://bit.ly/WimbledonFireworks
Pitch plan for Sunday