Dear Guest,

Welcome to season 2011 / 2012 and the 16th for West Tynedale Junior Rugby Club.

Rugby Union has captivated the minds of both children, and adults, with the success of our England International team. The 2007 squad of course included no less than four local heroes from Newcastle Falcons. Jonny Wilkinson, Toby Flood, Mathew Tait and Jamie Noon assisting a formidable line up as backs. The 2011 World Cup starts on 9 September and rugby will once again be thrust into the limelight. As a club we should develop, and focus, our children’s energy, and enthusiasm for rugby towards the future and benefit of our local, national and international squads. Our youngsters are our sporting future, not just boys, but girls as womens rugby continues to grow and grow.

This is my fourth season as club chairman, I am looking forward to the coming year. Rugby is a sport for everyone to enjoy at all levels. Children of any ability, both boys and girls are welcome to join and develop their skills. Above all have fun taking part. Having an interest or, even just curiosity is enough to get started.

Last season saw our membership grow once more, which I believe is an enormous tribute to all the hard work put into our club at every level of involvement, from coaching, to organising, to catering, and parents bringing their children here every week. No one is left out! We are a team. Our club relies heavily on your continued support and good will.

Finally, to you our many sponsors, an enormous thank you from myself and West Tynedale Junior Rugby Club. The continued success of our club would not be possible without your incredible loyalty and support.

Enjoy the season

Colin Stewart

Help and Assistance

Many thanks to the parents and friends who have helpd the club each season. As
always, additional support is needed, whether it be in coaching, catering or carrying!
If anyone can help us, please make yourself knowen to a coach or committee member
you will be made most welcome.

Safety

For studs, please ensure that the correct "Kitemarked" studs are worn. Coaches will
regularly check the condition and suitability of players' studs.
For headgear, only RFU approved headgear may be worn. It is advisable to check
with the coach before buying.
Mouthguards are really important and should be worn by all players. Please consult
your dentist for advice.

Insurance

All registered and paid up members (£20.00 per year) are covered by the club's insurance arranged through the RFU.

Kit

West Tynedale shirts can be bought from the club. They can be ordered from the club at the beginning of the season, with the club colours being maroon shirt with blue hoops and socks and black or blue shorts.

Training tops and Playing tops are available to buy at different prices depending on the condition. Other kit available to buy includes boot bags, socks, swim bags, Caps and waterproof jackets.

Social Events

There will be several social events for players, parents and friends:

Christmas Party.
End of season Fun Session - Games and Barbeque weather permitting.
Any other events will be advertised on this website on the Coming Up page and through
players or bulletins

Transport

Should you need any help with transport to or from the club on Sunday morning,
please contact Colin Stewart on 01434 683651

All home matches and training sessions are held at the playing fields, Haydon Bridge
High School. The sports hall will be open for changing rooms and refreshments.
Kick Off at 10.30am

Home matches will finish at 12.00 approximately, followed by refreshments in the
club room in the sports hall.

Training sessions will finish at 11.45am approximately

Away matches - please meet at the High school Sports Hall car park at 9.45am,
unless otherwise instructed.

Return times will vary, guidance will be given on departure.

An important message for all Players, Coaches and Parents - Please read these
guidelines and remind everyone of their importance.

Players

A good player is a self-disciplined person - stay in control of yourself always.
Accept the referee's decision and never argue with him.
Work hard on your own game and learn to co-operate with other members of your
team.
Respect the opposition and applaud them warmly and genuinely.
Play for the fun of competing - not just to please others.

Coaches

Children join rugby clubs to play, but they must also be taught the skills of the game
to play well. Now, more than ever their education is in your hands.
Be prepared to attend Coaching Award courses.
Remember that the laws of the game mean less, than a long established accepted
spirit in which the game is played and supported.
Use gentle progressions to ensure safety.
Remember that without a referee you cannot have a game, so make him welcome
and respect his decisions.
Condemn any sort of violence or practice against the laws.
Be positive! Don't criticise. Encourage from the touchline, but don't resort to
harassment or unseemly language.
Please always take the view that the game is played for enjoyment. Encourage the
youngsters to enjoy it themselves by positive coaching and well-planned sessions
and when competing to WIN WITH MODESTY AND LOSE WITH DIGNITY.

Parents