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CLUBS UPDATE, 17th January 2006
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Next Home Game
Saracens vs Bath – Sunday 12th February Kick Off 15:00
Whilst the squad are obviously focusing on this weekend’s all-important
Heineken Cup match in Biarritz, the team behind-the-scenes have turned
their attention to the club’s next home game, against Bath on 12th
February. With the match falling just two days before Valentine’s Day,
it provides a fantastic alternative to the usual flowers, chocolates and
posh dinners! Ladies can keen their men happy by indulging their passion
for rugby, and in what other circumstances would a husband be happy for
his wife to ogle 30 fit men in shorts?! And for those single people out
there, a Sunday afternoon of top-flight sport could be just the place to
meet your perfect match!
The theme for the day is “Say It With Sarries” and in the weeks leading
up to the game we’ll be having a bit of fun on saracens.com by featuring
‘lonely hearts’ ads for players of both teams, which will change every
couple of days – keep your eyes peeled for a change of ad this afternoon
when entering the site, when a former Saracen now playing for the
opposition will be featured!
You can save money by booking in advance on saracens.com (a couple
wishing to sit in the Upper Rous will save £12 booking online compared
to paying on the gate!) Tickets are on sale online now, or by calling
the Ticket Team on 01923 475222 and pressing for option 1.
Remember, this Valentine’s Sunday, Say It with Sarries!
Player News
Coaches announce December Player of the Month...
Back row forward Ben Russell has been selected by Saracens
Coaching Team as the December Player of the Month with the youngster
topping the pile over the festive period.
Although he didn't play in every game, in fact he was called back from
England Sevens duty at the beginning of the month, but he has impressed
since then and is a worthy winner of the award.
Ben beat off the challenge of Dan Scarbrough and Shane Byrne with Tevita
Vaikona also making a late surge but the flanker's consistency and work
rate were enough to take him clear.
“He's been our most consistent player,” explained Head Coach Mike
Ford, “and after coming back from South Africa early, which was credit
to him, he has taken his opportunities very well.
“His work rate over the period has been exceptional and it's really good
to have players like him, David Seymour, Ben Skirving, Steffon Armitage
and the like who are keen, talented and showing great maturity,
particularly in the light of players that we are missing in that area
like Richard Hill and Alex Sanderson.”
Coaches receive injury boost...
Saracens have received a welcome boost today with the news that several
players are winning their fitness battles ahead of what is a very
important January as the club fights to stay in contention for both a
top four place in the premiership and a Quarter Final berth in the
Heineken Cup.
Centres Thomas Castaignede and Dan Harris have both been
cleared to return to full training after recovering from short and long
term injuries while Simon Raiwalui, has been given the all clear
to take contact after recovering from a knock in training. Also Cobus
Visagie is making good progress with his elbow injury.
Prop Nick Lloyd is making good progress after recovering from a
neck injury and he has begun light training while Richard Haughton
is rehabbing well after suffering a broken ankle at Bath and is still on
schedule for a return some time in February.
“We have started to see a few of our injured players return to full
training,” commented Head Coach Mike Ford, “which is great news
as January is a very important month for us. With the youngsters still
champing at the bit to stay invovled in the first XV we are looking
forward to having selection headaches over the coming weeks.”
Other News
FEBRUARY & EASTER MASTERCLASS PLACES NOW AVAILABLE…
10% Discount Online
The three day Masterclass courses are specifically aimed at youngsters engaging in contact (U9 upwards) and provide an opportunity for players to improve and develop their skills under the guidance of qualified coaches and professional players.
To book online and receive a 10% discount please visit www.saracens.com
Watch the Biarritz v Saracens in your local...
It’s a winner takes all clash in Biarritz on Saturday for a place in the Heineken Cup quarter-finals – and why not watch the Men In Black in action with other Saracens fans in one of the pubs in the area showing the match.
Five Saracens Ambassador pubs are showing the game live on Sky Sports 2 from 3pm and not only will you watch all the action from South West France, you’ll also be able to enjoy special Guinness and drinks promotions in the pubs and lots of giveaways. We’ll also be producing a special programme for the game so you’ll be able to read all about Biarritz in the build-up to the big match.
The Engineer in Harpenden, The Glass House in St Albans (where you can try out their new menu), The Wrestlers in Highgate, The Wellington Arms in Watford and Druids in Rickmansworth are all showing the game.
There will be a special atmosphere in France, but we want to recreate that at the pubs listed below so make sure that you, your friends and family meet up to watch the game.
Biarritz v Saracens will be shown at the following pubs:
The Engineer, 12 St Johns Road, Harpenden, AL5 1DJ. Tel 01582 460478
The Glass House, 82 Victoria Street, St. Albans, AL1 3TG. Tel 01727 817000
The Wrestlers, 98 North Road, Highgate, N6 4AA. Tel 0208 340 4297
The Wellington Arms, 2 Woodford Road, Watford, WD17 1PA. Tel 01923 220739
Druids, 205 High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1BB. Tel 01923 775844
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