WELWYN RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB
Club Partnership Programme
Welwyn RFC are proud to be a Saracens Partner Club.
CLUBS UPDATE, 29th November 2005
Club Partnership Programme is proudly Sponsored by
***Hot off the Press: Christmas Masterclass Coaching Courses Now on
Sale***
See below for more details…
Last Match Review
Saracens miss chance to move into top four...
Saracens were beaten 19-8 at Gloucester on Saturday and the coaching staff were far from happy with the display at Kingsholm.
Matt Cairns scored the only try of the game for the Men In Black with Glen Jackson adding a first half penalty, but tries from Mark Foster and James Bailey saw the home side to victory.
"We were very disappointed with the performance," said Director of Rugby Steve Diamond after the match. "We were dreadful and it was the worst performance of the season from us - we have to go away and look at ourselves.
"We were poor in all departments. We had a bad day at the office - although that really doesn't sum it up. We shouldn't be having days like today and we didn't stick to the basics. Our set piece fell to bits, our defence wasn't great and we couldn't find touch in the first half. So overall it was dreadful."
Saracens did get back into the game late in the second half and crossed the line through Cairns and had other good chances in the Gloucester 22.
"We didn't show any fight until it was too late," added Head Coach Mike Ford, "But we'll learn from it, go back to the training ground and come out stronger next week."
Next Game
Saracens head to The Causeway Stadium in the final round of the Pool Stages of the new Powergen Cup where they face champions Wasps.
It could well be a winner takes all tie, depending on what goes on at the Madjeski Stadium between Irish and Cardiff, with Saracens needing a win to have any chance of progressing to the Semi Finals at the Millennium Stadium.
Wasps are currently flying high in the Guinness Premiership under new coach Ian McGeechan and with their international contingent of Lewsey, Van Gisbergen, Voyce, Dawson and Shaw all likely to be back Saracens face a tough task.
Next Home Game
Saracens vs Ulster
Saracens return to European Heineken Cup action on SATURDAY 17th December with their next home game against Irish Provincial team Ulster. The kick off is earlier than usual at 1.00pm, for what is sure to be a bruising encounter. With Saracens top of Pool 4 in the tournament, the Irishmen will be aiming to topple the Men in Black. Bring it on!!!
Club Partnership Programme News
Next Coach the Coaches Session…
Tuesday 13th December 2005
‘TURNOVERS’
With Saracens’ Rugby Development Manager Dave Hesketh
Times: 6.00pm for coffee & buffet
6.30-7.15 Theory Seminar
7.30-9.00 Practical Session (Outside) with the Saracens Academy
Saracens Christmas Masterclass Courses…
This Christmas we have another great opportunity for young players to develop their rugby skills with the help of Saracens Professional Coaches and star players.
There are a three of courses running during the forthcoming holidays to cater for the needs of young players in different areas.
Skill Specific Course...
1. Saracens Masterclass Kicking Clinic (U12-U18) - Tues 20th December
Venue: Saracens Amateurs RFC, Southgate (N London) Time: 9:00-16:00 Cost: £50.00 (& Insurance)
This is a one day skill specific course. If you are interested in developing your kicking skills this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Also two courses running in tandem in different areas…
2. Saracens Masterclass (U9-U16) - Wed 21st & Thurs 22nd December
Venue: Dunstablians RFC Time: 9:00–16:00 Cost: £70 (& Insurance)
3. Saracens Masterclass (U9-U16) - Wed 21st & Thurs 22nd December
Venue: Saracens Amateurs RFC Time: 9:00–16:00 Cost: £70 (& Insurance)
These TWO day Masterclass course is aimed at all ‘rugby mad’ youngsters and provides an opportunity for players to improve their core skills and develop their rugby knowledge.
You can book the Christmas Saracens Masterclass online via www.saracens.com. Or contact Richard on 01923 204 602 or via masterclass@saracens.net.
Previous Masterclass courses have sold out very quickly so we recommend you book early to avoid disappointment.
Player News
International trio return...
Saracens international trio of Thomas Castaignede, Shane Byrne and Mosese Rauluni have all completed their international tour of duty and are now available as Saracens take a break from the Guinness Premiership to concentrate on the Powergen and Heineken Cups.
Thomas Castaignede returns with a big smile on his face after France beat South Africa 26-20 with the full back putting in another sparkling performance. Shane Byrne was also finally on the winning side as the Irish breezed past Romania 43-12 but Mosese Rauluni ended his Autumn international stint on the losing side as Italy beat Fiji 23-8.
Saracens trio selected to face Australia on Friday...
Saracens' Adam Powell, Tom Mercey and Andy Saull have been named in the England U19 squad to face Australian Schools on Friday night.
The Saracens trio have been named by coaches Nigel Redman and Damian McGrath for the match against the tourists which takes place at Kingsholm – kick off 7.30pm.
Other News
Forthcoming Coach Development Sessions run by the Herts Sports Partnership…
Introduction to
Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD)
Sunday, 4th December
9am - 12noon
Cost: £10 workshop, £9.99 resource book
For further details,
http://www.sportinherts.org.uk/article.asp?ref=LTADWORKSHOP1
Fuelling Performers - Sports Nutrition
Sunday, 4th December
1.00 - 4.00pm
Cost: £10 workshop, £9.99 resource book
Deadline for bookings is 12noon on monday, 21st November
For further details,
http://www.sportinherts.org.uk/article.asp?ref=FUELLINGPERFORMERS
First Aid for Appointed Persons
Saturday, 10th December
9.00am - 5.00pm
For further details,
http://www.sportinherts.org.uk/article.asp?ref=FIRSTAIDCOURSE
For details of each workshop and booking forms, please click on the
website links above.
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