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Rabbie Burns
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Plus they were originally Linton RFC and the bulls were added as mentioned above
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So many Christians not enough Lions
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Camquin
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I know the bulls are based within ten miles of Leeds but back to the matter in hand. Will whatever Headingley are called actually manage to get a team of any sort out to fulfil their fixtures - if we have any - and if they do what standard is it likely to be? When I say Leeds I of course mean the Castle. |
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Albert Fishwick
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This has been sent out today. I am pleasantly surprised that we have any players, never mind 22. The mechanics of overlaying another club on what is already a busy location remain to be made clear, but with no rugby likely in the near future I suppose they can save that for another day!
It has been a long time since we were able to connect with our followers on rugby matters, but there
has been a lot going on in the background to rebuild. Enclosed in this newsletter is a summary of
progress and more detail will unveiled as we move through the autumn months as we await the return
to matches whenever that might be. AGREEMENT WITH WEST PARK LEEDS
The superb facilities of West Park Leeds in Bramhope will be the Club’s new “home” it will provide the
administrative base and training and medical facilities for the squad and match day venue for all home
games bar one which, will be staged at Emerald Headingley Stadium. The agreement has been signed
off today and Phil Davies commented
“The forth coming season sees the re-set of Leeds Tykes and the move to West Park Leeds wonderful
facilities is a crucial part of our future. We are looking to re-capture the spirit, camaraderie and work
ethic of previous generations of Leeds Tykes players and supporters and West Park Leeds is the perfect
place to successfully achieve our aims and ambitions. Huge thanks to all concerned at the club, from
the President, Chairman, committee along with the club’s supporters we really look forward to being a
positive influence at the club over the coming seasons.”
West Park Leeds Chairman Graham Chadwick commented “We are delighted to welcome Leeds Tykes
to the Sycamores to host their training and matches over the coming years. We have worked together
closely in drawing up an agreement that will benefit the players, members and supporters of both
clubs.” NAME CHANGE
From Yorkshire Carnegie to Leeds Tykes! This has now been formalised with the RFU and the new
website will be launched very soon together with other social media channels. CHANGES TO THE BOARD of DIRECTORS of LEEDS RUFC LTD
By way of reminder, the Club is owned by the shareholders of Yorkshire Tykes Ltd (YTL) who have a
Board of Directors, but this is a non-trading company simply focussed on raising shareholder funds to
help fund the operating company Leeds RUFC. Chris Gibson who was the full time Managing Director
of Leeds RUFC has stepped down after many years of service to the Club and Rob Oates and Suzanne
Oakes (Company Secretary) have also resigned. I was the only Director to remain and I will now
assume the Chief Executive responsibilities. Phil Davies has been appointed to the Board as Director of
Rugby with overall responsibility for the entire rugby operation and Alistair Da Costa has taken over as
Chairman, Alistair has served on the YTL Board for many years. And Mike Bidgood, who was involved
in the formation of the Club returns as Company Secretary. Other appointments are likely to be made
in due course. SERVICES AND MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT WITH LEEDS RHINOS
For the past 13 years Leeds Rhinos have provided a range of training and matchday facilities at
Kirkstall and Headingley along with staff support and resource from Commercial Sales, Marketing,
PR/Media, HR, ticketing and matchday etc, and this arrangement has now come to an end.
The Rhinos organisation will continue to provide some support and help to promote fixtures and
events at Emerald Headingley Stadium but essentially Leeds Tykes are now dependant on their own
resource. RUGBY PARTNERSHIPS
Phil Davies has concluded a ground-breaking partnership with both Leeds University and Leeds Beckett
University. Both university rugby departments and staff will be closely aligned and integrated with
Leeds Tykes who will provide opportunities for elite players and staff members. RUGBY SQUAD AND STAFF STRUCTURE
The staff roles will soon be finalised and 22 players have been contracted for this season, including 10
retained from last season’s squad. More details will be announced soon. BUDGET
National League Clubs receive only £3,000 from the RFU and the club will be operating on a break
even budget. And so the Club can only spend the same amount as it can generate and for next season
this is forecast to be £320,000, of which the shareholders will collectively provide £125,000. So a great
incentive to generate as much income as possible from members, sponsorships and special events. COMMERCIAL PLAN
This responsibility rests with me and my focus will be to encourage everyone connected to the Club to
contribute whatever they can and also actively encourage friends to offer support. I would like to hear
from you if you feel you could help by contacting me at gary.hetherington@leedsrugby.com SUMMARY
We are about to embark on a reset of the Club. The lofty ambitions of Premiership rugby are for
another day and for now we have to create a culture and spirit reminiscent of the former Leeds Tykes
days when Phil Davies and then Stuart Lancaster were at the helm. Phil is back and will provide energy,
experience and direction and the Club is very dependent on its small but loyal band of stakeholders to
embrace this new beginning and play an active role in its future.
I trust this update is of interest and I hope to hear from you soon with any thoughts and suggestions
you may have.
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That's easy for you to say.
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PiffPaff
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Ok anyone else feeling a bit uneasy that a "club" mired in financial issues over the last few years have just confirmed they need a tad under £200K to "break even" and are asking sponsors and fans to offer "support". Out of interest I presume all the creditors of the previous regime have had whatever pittance they were due?
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Crouch, Bind, Tweet!
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Richard Lowther
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I struggle to see the logic of running two independent clubs out of the same complex, especially where one is struggling and presumably won't make that much, if anything, from bar revenue etc to cover thier overheads and will have to pay rent etc for use of the facilities.
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Albert Fishwick
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Presumably, the rent will be somewhat less than whatever the latest offer was for Headingley.
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That's easy for you to say.
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RedPete
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And Leeds' nickname was the Loiners (and never the Rhinos)
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Compassion for the conned, contempt for the conmen.
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Raider999
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If Leeds Tykes think they can fulfil a Nat 1 season with 22 players they are sadly deluded.
For a half season, I would imagine they would need around 30-35 players bearing in mind front-row requirements. |
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Camquin
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I believe they intend filling in with Leeds Beckett students - who will be National 2 standard at best. At least I hope they have 22 players plus the Leeds Beckett students. |
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greeneyed
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If you want a shockingly bizarre name change for a club, look no further than Wharfedale, who were founded as 'Upper Wharfedale'. Just fancy that.
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Basher2
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I hope not!! As this will impact the University team as they are in Super Bucs and the 2XV we’re promoted to the Premiership last year.
I just can’t see Leeds Beckett players playing Bucs on a Wednesday/Nat 1 on a Saturday it would be to much for those young players. I could see it happening if league Rugby kicks off in November as I’m led to believe the Bucs doesn’t start while January.
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Big Eddie
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Caldy go by the name of Caldy which is the name of the hamlet/village nearby where the club is located and also reflects the name of the school many of the 'Old Boys' went to Calday Grange GS.
However Caldy are known throughout the rugby fraternity as the 'Ravers' .....nothing to do with marketing and everything to do with the fact they really know how to party and enjoy themselves..........they will do that with gusto if this season ever starts
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''The future isn't what it used to be''
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CJB1
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"What I need is a strong drink and a peer group"
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FHLH
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Seems to be a local tradition ......... CHAMPAGNE flowed as Caldy - the pride of Wirral cricket - lifted the Alliance and Leicester Giro National Village Championship for the second year running at Lord's on Sunday.
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"My father told me big men fall just as quick as little ones, if you put a sword through their hearts."
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Big Eddie
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Caldy cricket club share a clubhouse/shack with Caldy Rugby Club and also make use of half of the 1st xv pitch for summer cricket..........they have had a decent side over the years..........they don;t spend much on grog though and nobody would ever call them the 'Ravers'
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''The future isn't what it used to be''
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pen 15
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don't mention that the Rugby lads defeated them at cricket a few weeks ago ,however the cricket turned them down on a return fixture as it was rugby .
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is it stours year yet
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Puli.
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I hear that you turned the cricket section down on a “boat race” challenge, knowing you would most probably sink
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If Rugby is the game they play in Heaven ..... Why does it hurt like Hell when you retire?
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