Huge congratulations to Finley Morris, Tiarnan Richardson, Jacob Gregory, Oliver Kellner and Jacob Price from our U15s on an outstanding performance at the Shropshire RFU tournament against Worcester, Herefordshire and Greater Birmingham Rugby. The boys showed real grit and quality throughout, leading the tournament until a late Worcestershire score meant a joint 1st place finish. A brilliant effort and a result to be proud of! Well done to all involved.#FutureStars#JuniorRugby... See MoreSee Less
Some sad news to report today 🖤Message from Steve Murphy:I have some sad news to report to you about a former member of the club John Roberts (Robbo) who died last Sunday. He was injured in a fall eleven months ago and has been in hospital and a care home since then. He suffered with a spinal injury causing him to be confined to bed with only movement in his arms.I first met Robbo when he played hooker for Whitchurch, no quarter given on the field, but in the true spirit of rugby we all became lifelong friends. He joined Newport Rugby Club when he moved his electrical business to Newport and moved house to Gnosall. He played for our first team and ended his playing career for our Vets.All us older players remember him well but for those who didn’t meet him he was a friendly, happy and sociable character at the forefront of many adventures and incredible nights out.He was also a rock climber and experienced sailor and would charter yachts, for us to join him as crew, sailing from pub to pub around the coasts of England, Ireland, Scotland and France.He thought that you were not a real sailor until you had crossed an ocean and had a dream to take part in the ARC race or ‘Atlantic Rally for Cruisers’. One alcoholic night at the rugby club we decided to make his dream come true and Robbo and myself bought a 47ft Jeanneau and six of us sailed via Spain and Madeira to the Canaries. Here we joined the race across to St Lucia and later sailed around the Caribbean. We did lose one of the crew not to the watery depths but Chris Rigby to a Jail in Cuba. A lifetime experience for all of us thanks to Robbo’s dream.His funeral is at Telford crematorium Tuesday 17th February at 2.30pm with refreshments and no doubt many tales being told, at Gnosall Social Club afterwards. ... See MoreSee Less
🏉 WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND 🏉Fairly quiet once this weekend with the 1st XV on the road to Lutterworth RFC, attempting to avenge the defeat at The Old Showground in October. The 3rd XV heading up the A41 to Market Drayton RFC for the rearranged fixture.Sunday sees the Colts 1st XV travel to Stockport Rugby Club for league duties.Travelling support is always welcome (especially for the 3s just 12 miles up the road at Market Drayton so get behind the lads and MAKE, SOME, NOISE!*Post made based on available information at time of posting.#uptheport #grassrootsrugby #newportsaloprufc#coltsrugby#oneclub... See MoreSee Less
🏉 Calling all girls ready to tackle something new! 💪Join the Newport (Salop) RUFC Girls Section - where teamwork, confidence, and fun come together on the pitch! Whether you're a total beginner or a seasoned pro, there's a place for you here.📅 Training every Friday🕖 19:00 - 20:30📍 The Old Showground, Newport, TF10 8BU👟 All abilities welcomeBring your boots, bring your energy, and bring your mates - we’re building something special and you’re invited to be part of it.📞 Contact Matt Bowyer on 07860 171071#GirlsRugby #JoinTheTeam #NewportRUFC#CommunityRugby #SupportLocalSport#CommunityPridePassion ... See MoreSee Less
