Ben Plummer who plays his rugby at St Austell RFC was presented with his U20’s Cornwall cap at his home club on Saturday 9^th October.

Ben earned his Cornwall tie on his first appearance for the U20’s back in February 2019 against Devon and was a regular squad member until the last game before Covid 19 struck in the away victory against Gloucestershire in March 2020. Had it not been for the pandemic Ben would have potentially made several further appearances and had his cap presented at one of the games in front of his teammates!

The presentation took place on the pitch before their home match against Old Patesians It was pleasing to see not only the players who played with Ben on the last occasion for Cornwall in the photograph, but they, and many other ex U20’s in the St Austell side on the day which is a testimony to club’s youth policy and player development. The CRFU President John Sumnall congratulated Ben on his achievement and wished him well in his future rugby career.

Congratulations to Ben on this well-deserved presentation.

Colin Hatch

Cornwall U20 Team Manager

Steve Murley – DOR St. Austell RFC added. “We believe it is a valuable and important of our players on-going development to represent Cornwall whenever selected.

They enjoy being challenged and tested in competitive environments against the best in their age group,  both within the county and in national championships.  In addition it takes players away from their home clubs and out of their comfort zone where they have to learn to adapt to new coaching styles and playing strategies. That helps make them more adaptable and flexible in their thinking.

All of this helps to develop players who not only see the standards they have to achieve to  progress their rugby careers but also helps them to become problem solvers and to think on their feet when confronted by situations on the field.

We can see many positives in our players representing Cornwall and believe it complements the coaching they receive within our club. All at St Austell appreciate  the help and support that we get from the CRFU and the respective age group coaches and support staff “

We held our A.G.M. at the St. Austell Brewery Visitor Centre, President Sean Jarvis presiding.

With the club only just emerging from the covid lockdown, there was little in way of reports from the various posts on the committee, and regrettably no player presentations to be made.

Treasurer Viv Broadhurst reported that the club finances were in good order.

We were delighted to welcome our new Merchandise Secretary Jackie Thomas to her first meeting.

Both David Saunter, Chairman and Alan Milliner, Rep to the RFU Council represented the CRFU.

Alan gave us an update on where we were regarding the County Championship task group, the recommendations will go before council next month, fingers crossed!

David, came along to thank TASC for funding the rugby shirts for Bodmin College, one of which he brought along to show us with Trelawny’s Army on the front, looking very smart on the black and blue shirt.

David also mentioned that a donation would be made from the CRFU to TASC following the disposal of redundant kit.

This year’s A.G.M. was also the moment when two of the original committee from 1993 stood down, John and Margery Rowe, who have both given the club sterling service over 28 years. Our President made a presentation of Cornish goodies to them both and thanked them for all their work.

John hasn’t totally finished as he will still be organising our annual dinner in February.

Club member Lesley Wellington made a generous donation to the club on the night for which we are most grateful.

Following the singing of Trelawny a pasty supper was enjoyed by “One & All.”

Pictures credit: Barbara Hocking & Phil Trevarton

James Murray who plays his rugby at Redruth RFC was presented with his U20’s Cornwall cap recently at his home club.

James earned his tie on his first appearance for the U20’s back in February 2019 and was a regular squad member until the last game before Covid 19 struck in the away victory against Gloucestershire in March 2020.  Had it not been for the pandemic he would have potentially made several further appearances and had his cap presented at one of the games in front of his teammates!

James is currently studying at Cardiff Met University. The CRFU President John Sumnall congratulated James on his achievement and wished him well in his future rugby career.

Congratulation to James on this well-deserved presentation.

Colin Hatch

CornwallU20 Team Manager

Clubs and players have until next Sunday, 5th September, to get their names in for this season’s Under 20s selection.

Any eligible player who wants to have a go for the Cornwall Under 20 squad this season needs to get his club coach to nominate them using the form available from the CRFU website. Nominations need to be with Colin Hatch by 5th September.

Check out the link for the information

Any queries contact Colin Hatch (Team Secretary) email: hatch0348@btinternet.com