Robert Bray Greater Birmingham RFU Are Three President and Interim Secretary Counties Champions 2018-19 M: 07790 290210 NMRFU E:
[email protected] 11 Greater Birmingham Clubs were represented in the Mick went on to say that “The positive response winning 22-man squad at the 2018/19 final of the from our efforts to be more inclusive to all players Rugby Matters Three Counties Championship. The result was 28-5 at Clubs of all levels has been outstanding. It’s Charlie Hemmings against the holders Worcestershire & Herefordshire. been a rewarding experience for them all, thanks Chairman to our squad management & coaching team for M: 07967 259379 Our mission - To support the development and GBRFU President, Mick Lee, was extremely proud this player engagement.” of the players, 17 of whom play weekly at level 8 E:
[email protected] sustainability of Clubs and the growth of the Game in the North Midlands area. and below and said. “Our diamonds in the rough Many congratulations to GBRFU. Issue 03 Spring 2019 pulled together with real desire and brought the Roger Parsons trophy home for the 1st time since 2001, 18 years is much too long!” Honorary Treasurer M: 07976 298788 Bridgnorth RFC Win North Midlands Cup E:
[email protected] In this issue... Bridgnorth had won the North Midlands Shield and North Midlands Cup Plate in the past but they had never won the main county cup competition. Page 2 Steve Guy It appeared that Bridgnorth were easing to a comfortable victory when RFU Council Member they led 20-7 at half-time but DK were a transformed team in the second half and came within a penalty kick of snatching victory.