New Signings and Retentions 23-24
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Topic: New Signings and Retentions 23-24
Posted By: BFG1
Subject: New Signings and Retentions 23-24
Date Posted: 03 May 2023 at 09:41
| Billy Harding to Club I see |
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Posted By: front5
Date Posted: 04 May 2023 at 18:42
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DMP confirm 6 departures https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/mowden-confirm-departing-players-2777959.html" rel="nofollow - https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/mowden-confirm-departing-players-2777959.html Some big players in there, we will miss all of them respectfully but massively miss Josh Crickmay, and Dave Fisher in the pack and the boot of Matt (Kylie) Minouge next year
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Posted By: Raider999
Date Posted: 04 May 2023 at 20:50
That could be correct, as I understand it Blackheath have added an entire new front 5 to their current squad ------------- RAID ON |
BFG1 wrote:Posted By: Kentish Man
Date Posted: 05 May 2023 at 09:50
| With some less than subtle approaches to the better players in Nat 2 being made |
Posted By: FlyingRuck
Date Posted: 05 May 2023 at 13:00
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Really? ------------- See you further on up the road |
Posted By: Rabbie Burns
Date Posted: 05 May 2023 at 13:51
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Shock horror a rugby club talks to players about next season during the summer off season when most are out of contract. Be interesting if these knowledgeable people could name their source ------------- So many Christians not enough Lions |
Posted By: front5
Date Posted: 05 May 2023 at 15:43
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Clubs speak to players all year, to understand their contractual commitments, interest, motivation, and financial expectations. Agents essentially pimp players out to clubs trying to find their clients what they are looking for. Personally I don’t think any contact with a player is underhand unless they are poaching trying to get a player to break an existing agreement. I know when I played after games opposition coaches regularly asked questions such as what are your plans for next year, how far do you commute and are travel costs covered, and sometimes as open as do you fancy coming down to play for us next season then linking with how much I would get. It’s a competitive sport on the field and for it to be competitive an expectation of competitiveness off the field should be a given. Just my opinion…. But complaining about approaching players is sour grapes, your coaches, committee and others are doing the exact same thing.
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Posted By: tigerburnie
Date Posted: 05 May 2023 at 16:27
| Yes even I was approached back in the 1970's lol, but do National 1 players really have agents? |
Posted By: Camquin
Date Posted: 05 May 2023 at 16:40
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The ambitious ones do. ------------- Sweeney Delenda Est |
Posted By: FlyingRuck
Date Posted: 05 May 2023 at 17:52
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Absolutely ------------- See you further on up the road |
Posted By: WEvans
Date Posted: 06 May 2023 at 10:59
I wouldn't hold your breath. Some posters seem happy to bad mouth others but are strangely reluctant to provide any evidence.
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Posted By: Rabbie Burns
Date Posted: 06 May 2023 at 11:40
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Okay I promise when I go to watch Kent this afternoon I will be very careful what I say to any players I should speak to in case it is construed that I am trying to get them to change clubs not that I have any authority to do so ------------- So many Christians not enough Lions |
Posted By: Sir_Q
Date Posted: 06 May 2023 at 15:17
I couldn't get to Medway today unfortunately so any updates on the game would be most welcome Rabbie. |
Posted By: Rabbie Burns
Date Posted: 06 May 2023 at 17:35
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Kent won 20-15 in the end from being 15-3 down at half time game changed when Kent made changes at 9&10 ------------- So many Christians not enough Lions |
Posted By: front5
Date Posted: 06 May 2023 at 20:18
Rabbie, assuming said comment from a gent with your experience should be taken as tongue in cheek
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Posted By: front5
Date Posted: 10 May 2023 at 18:50
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DMP announce core forwards who’ve re-signed for next season - https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/dmp-announce-retained-forwards-2778966.html" rel="nofollow - https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/dmp-announce-retained-forwards-2778966.html Great to see all of the players retained by the club in particular- Joe Craggs Will Jones Yaree Fantini I’m sure all of the above have had offers from clubs higher up the tiers great to see them in DMP colours again next year. Darlington Mowden Park can confirm the retention of 11 forwards ahead of the 2023/24 National One season. With over 500 caps amongst them, the retained players include a mix of youth and experience. Asked about keeping the bulk of the forwards together: "We're pleased to have a core group of lads commit to next season. We are heavily active in trying to recruit some key positions to help push us forward for 2023/24." Alfie Barron Since his arrival from Hartpury in 2017, Alfie Barron has established himself as a mainstay in the DMP front row. Missing only a handful of games in his time at the club, Alfie reached 100 league appearance against Esher in December, and was one of three players to play in every game this season. Sam Kyle-Clay After signing from Fylde last summer, Sam Kyle-Clay has played a big part in his first season with the club whilst missing just 2 games all year. Since making his debut against Chinnor in September, Sam has been a regular in the DMP front row and goes into his second season with the club in 2023/24. Isaac Kayada Former Wasps Academy prop Isaac Kayada joined DMP mid way through the 2023/24 season, making his 1st XV debut against Plymouth in March. The Durham University student goes into his first full season with the club in 2023/24. Carl Guest Having signed from Hartpury in 2021, Carl Guest heads into his third season with the club in 2023/24. Able to cover both hooker and prop, Carl has amassed 41 league appearances in his two seasons in the North East, scoring 4 tries in the process. Max Fraine A new arrival for 2022/23, New Zealander Max Fraine has quickly established himself in the DMP front row. The young hooker has made 23 appearances in his opening season, including a Man of the Match performance against Plymouth in March. Max Davies Former England U20 international Max Davies heads into his fourth full season with the club, having arrived from Ealing Trailfinders in 2019. Max recently made his 50th DMP appearance against Plymouth, scoring 3 tries in 19 games this season. Talite Vaioleti Heading into his 10th season with the club, Tongan lock Talite Vaioleti has established himself as a firm fan favourite in the North East since his arrival from Jersey in 2013. Mowden's most capped active forward, Vaioleti has made 180 league appearances including 13 this season. Joe Craggs An ever-present at the club, Joe Craggs has been an integral part of the DMP pack since his 1st XV debut in 2015. Craggs has amassed 178 appearances for the club at lock and back row, playing almost every minute of a 2022/23 season which saw him earn Man of the Match honours on four occasions. Yaree Fantini DMP's Supporters Player of the Season for 2022/23, flanker Yaree Fantini has made an instant impact at the club since his arrival from Benetton Treviso last summer. Having scored 14 tries in 23 appearances, Yaree heads into his second season with the club in 2023/24. Will Jones After arriving from Ospreys in 2021 Will Jones has quickly become a mainstay in the number 7 shirt, making 44 appearances in two seasons in the North East. DMP's Player of the Season for 2022/23, Will heads into his third season with the club in September. Ollie Hodgson DMP captain Ollie Hodgson extends his stay at the club having made his 150th appearance against Moseley in February. Since his debut in 2013, Ollie has been a huge part of the squad and has captained the side since 2017. This season has seen him score 4 tries in 17 league appearances at number 8. |
Posted By: Pistacio
Date Posted: 12 May 2023 at 12:54
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not sure where to post this but Nick Easter been names as an Assistant coach for the USA http://https://www.goffrugbyreport.com/news/mens-eagles-player-pool-announced-summer-tour" rel="nofollow - http://https://www.goffrugbyreport.com/news/mens-eagles-player-pool-announced-summer-tour
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Posted By: tigerburnie
Date Posted: 12 May 2023 at 13:05
the link doesn't work
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Posted By: Steve@Mose
Date Posted: 12 May 2023 at 13:27
http://www.goffrugbyreport.com/news/mens-eagles-player-pool-announced-summer-tour" rel="nofollow - Men's Eagles Player Pool Announced for Summer Tour
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Posted By: tigerburnie
Date Posted: 13 May 2023 at 11:36
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https://blackheathrugby.co.uk/are-you-a-national-league-one-level-player-looking-to-join-a-thriving-historic-club/" rel="nofollow - Are you a National League One level player, looking to join a thriving, historic club? - Blackheath Rugby
Now I understand what they are trying to achieve, but are they not in danger of upsetting the team who got them their promotion? I'm sure all clubs will be looking to expand or strengthen their squads, but were I a second row at the club I might just feel a tad peed off, unless of course someone has either retired or left.
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Posted By: Rabbie Burns
Date Posted: 13 May 2023 at 12:49
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It might well upset them if we had any, other than a DR we haven’t had a recognised Lock for 2-3 years. We don’t know whether the DR will carry on next season due to tackle laws so we still find ourselves looking especially for that position and they seem to be pretty scarce ------------- So many Christians not enough Lions |
Posted By: tigerburnie
Date Posted: 13 May 2023 at 13:00
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I was a lock, wonder if I still have any boots.....................................................anyone got any dubbin?
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Posted By: Normanio
Date Posted: 14 May 2023 at 18:48
| Its always good to strengthen a team when possible and good locks are the key to winning scrums and lineouts, as Barnes showed Club last season. New players also add healthy competition for existing 1st team players, thereby raising the team's overall performance. |
Posted By: Kimbo
Date Posted: 14 May 2023 at 19:18
Yep ------------- Our Club |
Posted By: Kimbo
Date Posted: 14 May 2023 at 19:20
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I was a lock too, and pretty crap at it all those years ago. I'd be classed as a midget against most second-rowers today, so no thanks  ------------- Our Club |
Posted By: Thatbloke
Date Posted: 14 May 2023 at 19:24
| Think I also have some "Wintergreen" - I just love that smell and some Linseed Oil for my cricket bat which dates back to 1876 (ebay beckons!) |
Posted By: tigerburnie
Date Posted: 14 May 2023 at 21:55
At 6'4" I was tall enough but too light, great for lineout jumping, which I was pretty good at, the rest was a bit meh...................................
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Posted By: Kimbo
Date Posted: 14 May 2023 at 22:18
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6ft 2 and with about as much get up and go as a sloth (apart from being rock-solid in the set piece). I was never going to make Cov - or even Coventrians. ------------- Our Club |
Posted By: front5
Date Posted: 16 May 2023 at 09:32
| DMP announce list of retained backs for the coming season- https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/mowden-confirm-retained-backs-2780041.html" rel="nofollow - https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/mowden-confirm-retained-backs-2780041.html |
Posted By: Neasham
Date Posted: 16 May 2023 at 11:15
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Bit thin on the ground following departures. Billingham have some decent backs who may be able to step up and or two at Blaydon despite their relegation. Not sure about Falcons Academy loanees. Otherwise it’s getting the proverbial cheque book out. |
Posted By: front5
Date Posted: 18 May 2023 at 17:55
I’m not sure recruits from Blaydon or Billingham would offer much more talent, from what is available from the Elizabethans team. There are some cracking younger players coming whom have been blooding themselves into senior rugby for the last year or two. I mean no disrespect to either of the clubs above just saying looking internally for talent could offer similar rewards. However I am sure there will be a few players coming on board from home and abroad, hopefully a couple of locks whom make the grade as it seems a few of the last players brought in either only played a handful of times or just diddnt make the team? Guess size isn’t the key factor, especially when it sometimes seems there's a lack of heart and desire. I recall the 6ft10 South African signing a couple of years ago and well a phase of ‘mouse in a lions frame’ comes to mind. I would like to see Chris Wearmouth from Tynedale or similar come on board to help the pack next year
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Posted By: fatbear
Date Posted: 05 Jun 2023 at 18:31
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Chinnor have announced the signing of Morgan Passman from near neighbours DMP ! https://twitter.com/ChinnorRFCThame/status/1665769479140175873" rel="nofollow - https://twitter.com/ChinnorRFCThame/status/1665769479140175873
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Posted By: kingsheathlad
Date Posted: 05 Jun 2023 at 18:39
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No thread for this so put it in here for now. Jacques Le Roux and James Tideswell announce their retirements with Birmingham Moseley.. Great servants over the years. 👏
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Posted By: Kimbo
Date Posted: 05 Jun 2023 at 21:30
Saw that about Jacques earlier today. He was a real favourite at Cov prior to Mose. Cracking player. ------------- Our Club |
Posted By: CJB1
Date Posted: 05 Jun 2023 at 22:33
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We'll miss him, but really he'd lost the starting No 8 jersey to captain Ollie Stedman, and was used recently as a replacement or as a blindside flanker. Tremendous servant to the club though. ------------- "What I need is a strong drink and a peer group" |
Posted By: Kimbo
Date Posted: 05 Jun 2023 at 22:46
Not surprising. He must be getting on for 40 now. ------------- Our Club |
Posted By: CJB1
Date Posted: 06 Jun 2023 at 07:36
------------- "What I need is a strong drink and a peer group" |
Posted By: Toulouse
Date Posted: 06 Jun 2023 at 08:53
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[QUOTE=fatbear] Chinnor have announced the signing of Morgan Passman from near neighbours DMP ! https://twitter.com/ChinnorRFCThame/status/1665769479140175873" rel="nofollow - https://twitter.com/ChinnorRFCThame/status/1665769479140175873 Great signing if Thame can keep him fit, very injury prone....but when fit....WOW what a player!
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Posted By: billesleyexile
Date Posted: 06 Jun 2023 at 15:30
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Mose announce Ollie Steadman to continue as captain next season ------------- keep the faith |
Posted By: billesleyexile
Date Posted: 08 Jun 2023 at 16:38
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Mose re-sign club captain Sam Pointon for a sixth season. ------------- keep the faith |
Posted By: tigerburnie
Date Posted: 08 Jun 2023 at 16:45
Just clearing out a cupboard under the sink before the plumber arrives, found a tin, it must be almost an antique.................
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Posted By: CJB1
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2023 at 15:10
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Props David Langley, Ethan Priest and Joe Foreman are all re-signing for Moseley. ------------- "What I need is a strong drink and a peer group" |
Posted By: tigerburnie
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2023 at 10:39
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Taken from the Bishops Stortford site Bishop's Stortford RFC are pleased to announce the following players will join the club ahead of the 2023/24 National One season. We are extremely excited to welcome this talented group of players which has a fantastic blend of experience and youthfulness. We look forward to seeing these lads run out in the Blue and White. Welcome to Silver Leys! Henry Peck - Prop from Cambridge RFC |
Posted By: FHLH
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2023 at 23:27
Good pick, very useful player ------------- "My father told me big men fall just as quick as little ones, if you put a sword through their hearts." |
Posted By: Camquin
Date Posted: 15 Jun 2023 at 07:44
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Henry Peck was very unlucky to miss this season after an accident at work that nearly cost him his eye. Had he been playing this season, I think he may well have retained his place. Great player - plays both sides of the scrum - and a top bloke. ------------- Sweeney Delenda Est |
Posted By: tigerburnie
Date Posted: 15 Jun 2023 at 10:02
| No news yet from the Lions, last year it was the end of June when re-signings were announced along with any new ones. |
Posted By: Steve@Mose
Date Posted: 15 Jun 2023 at 13:26
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Moseley have confirmed the following backs: http://moseleyrugby.co.uk/a-rising-star-joins/" rel="nofollow - Signing of Dan Brough from Cambridge http://moseleyrugby.co.uk/the-backs-are-back/" rel="nofollow - Re-signing of Aquile Smith and Tuoyo Egodo
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Posted By: FHLH
Date Posted: 15 Jun 2023 at 14:22
Not a name I'm familiar with, but good fortune to him in pastures new ------------- "My father told me big men fall just as quick as little ones, if you put a sword through their hearts." |
Posted By: Camquin
Date Posted: 15 Jun 2023 at 15:58
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Played seven games for us at the start of the season starting six, even keeping Kwaku on the bench in September. He scored two tries. Not sure if anything went wrong, but he played his last game for us in November. I think he just dropped to fifth choice for back three. Then we started putting Mat Hema on the wing, as we had too many good centres for a while - so there was no chance of game time. He played a game for Newport in February. ------------- Sweeney Delenda Est |
Posted By: Thatbloke
Date Posted: 15 Jun 2023 at 20:49
| More than 1 game Camquin - scored 10 tries in 8 games - played a big part in keeping us up - very handy and super quick - sad to lose him but maybe back on loan with us if he doesn't make the cut at Moseley |
Posted By: CJB1
Date Posted: 15 Jun 2023 at 21:52
Edit - answered my own question after a bit of delving on the RFU website, it's Newport (Salop). ------------- "What I need is a strong drink and a peer group" |
Posted By: Camquin
Date Posted: 16 Jun 2023 at 21:19
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Apologies, I was going by Statbunker, which is missing most of the end of the season. ------------- Sweeney Delenda Est |
Posted By: WEvans
Date Posted: 17 Jun 2023 at 12:40
Personally I find it best to never ever rely on Statbunker. |
Posted By: Camquin
Date Posted: 17 Jun 2023 at 16:13
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True, but the RFU site is missing useful search tools. ------------- Sweeney Delenda Est |
Posted By: billesleyexile
Date Posted: 20 Jun 2023 at 14:16
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back row trio of Batsirai Zindi, Suvwe Obano and Jack English all re-sign for Mose. ------------- keep the faith |
Posted By: Se7en
Date Posted: 21 Jun 2023 at 20:08
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Fraser Honey signs for Rams from Redruth. I don't know much about him, other than he has also played for Albion and captains the Cornish Men's side. I suspect he is a consistent and reliable kicker from the tee at 10, something which could be argued Rams have lacked at times the last 2 years and has cost a few games. Anyone know more about him?
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Posted By: Se7en
Date Posted: 21 Jun 2023 at 20:10
| Also signed Liam Bishop, a young prop from Archers and formerly of Munster U19 so seems to have experience from the levels above. |
Posted By: front5
Date Posted: 22 Jun 2023 at 15:46
| DMP sign scrum half Callum Davidson from Southern Knights https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/davidson-signs-for-202324-2786878.html" rel="nofollow - https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/davidson-signs-for-202324-2786878.html |
Posted By: front5
Date Posted: 22 Jun 2023 at 15:47
| DMP sign prop Eoin Harrison from Southern Knights https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/mowden-sign-harrison-2786824.html" rel="nofollow - https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/mowden-sign-harrison-2786824.html |
Posted By: front5
Date Posted: 22 Jun 2023 at 19:14
There is going to be some huge competition on the BS front row this year.
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Posted By: fatbear
Date Posted: 22 Jun 2023 at 23:43
I think he was at Bury St Edmunds before joining Redruth ?
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Posted By: cheshire exile
Date Posted: 23 Jun 2023 at 09:18
Big loss for Redruth. Stand out player at Nat2S.
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Posted By: Se7en
Date Posted: 23 Jun 2023 at 09:56
| That's good news then. I'm guessing he'll manage the step up in standard and pace at Nat 1 level well then? I imagine he is relocating for work also as Sonning is some way from Redruth! |
Posted By: billesleyexile
Date Posted: 23 Jun 2023 at 12:07
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Mose re-sign Sam McNulty, Ryan Roach and Chris Romano ------------- keep the faith |
Posted By: CJB1
Date Posted: 23 Jun 2023 at 12:14
I make it that we now have four props, two hookers, four in the back row and four outside backs. Waiting on second rows and half backs really. ------------- "What I need is a strong drink and a peer group" |
Posted By: Kimbo
Date Posted: 23 Jun 2023 at 12:48
And another back row if you're short at any time (Sam played in the back row in Cov's Academy before converting to 2). ------------- Our Club |
Posted By: Se7en
Date Posted: 23 Jun 2023 at 16:36
| Ed Hoadley signs for Rams from Scottish. Must admit I've not seen him play but seems he's been around the block in the Champ and Prem so no bad thing. Not sure he'll take the 9 shirt off Ollie Cole any time soon though. Squad building nicely. |
Posted By: Scrumtime
Date Posted: 23 Jun 2023 at 17:19
That is a class signing, if his knee is sorted, which has/was a major issue he will make a massive difference. He pulled that Redruth pack around for 3 seasons and in all honestly should have gone up with Redruth 2 seasons ago. He stays fit, he is a big part of Rams game plan and will be north of 200 points as well..
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Posted By: front5
Date Posted: 23 Jun 2023 at 18:30
| DMP bring in fly half Josh Ree https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/dmp-bring-in-ree-2787033.html" rel="nofollow - https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/dmp-bring-in-ree-2787033.html |
Posted By: billesleyexile
Date Posted: 26 Jun 2023 at 15:11
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In the centres, Mose re-sign Rob Knox, Isaac McNulty, Elliott Creed and Ollie Allsopp. ------------- keep the faith |
Posted By: tigerburnie
Date Posted: 26 Jun 2023 at 16:29
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Lions promote head coach https://www.lionsrfc.co.uk/news/gareth-collins-agrees-a-new-deal-2787507.html" rel="nofollow - Gareth Collins agrees a new deal (lionsrfc.co.uk)
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Posted By: Pilier
Date Posted: 27 Jun 2023 at 10:48
| Just seen the reference to Fraser Honey, having seen him three or four times before his injury I would say he is championship material. Understand he fell out with the Pirates but is still captain of Cornwall when fit. |
Posted By: CJB1
Date Posted: 28 Jun 2023 at 12:21
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Moseley re-sign Harry Butler and also announce new signing Callum Allen from Nottingham, both in the second row. ------------- "What I need is a strong drink and a peer group" |
Posted By: Fake_Shemp
Date Posted: 28 Jun 2023 at 17:20
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More signings announced by Darlington Mowden Park: – https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/thiart-signs-for-dmp-2787946.html" rel="nofollow - Ethan Thiart (prop) – https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/mowden-announce-smith-signing-2787899.html" rel="nofollow - Charlie Smith (hooker) – https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/sablemanblue-wings-in-for-202324-2787656.html" rel="nofollow - Luckas Sableman-Blue (winger/centre) – https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/mowden-sign-davison-2787473.html" rel="nofollow - Drew Davison (back row)
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Posted By: cheshire exile
Date Posted: 28 Jun 2023 at 17:31
Interesting that you believe he fell out with us, as he played for Redruth and has never played for the Pirates.
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Posted By: Pilier
Date Posted: 29 Jun 2023 at 09:39
| Sorry Exile, should have said his discussions with you did not materialise |
Posted By: Fake_Shemp
Date Posted: 29 Jun 2023 at 17:45
| Mowden have signed another winger, https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/mowden-sign-graham-for-202324-2788128.html" rel="nofollow - Phil Graham , who has represented the Army in 7s and 15s as well as Harrogate in N2N |
Posted By: CJB1
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2023 at 09:48
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Moseley have retained Ben Morris, Morgan Dawes and Will Safe (all back row). The squad is showing a great deal of stability carrying over from last season, with the core of the pack staying on and the outside backs looking good. Some news from the half back area would be nice, but that will surely come soon.
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Posted By: Fake_Shemp
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2023 at 16:30
| Darlington Mowden Park have brought in two more front row players, https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/siddle-returns-for-202324-2788246.html" rel="nofollow - Matty Siddle (prop) rejoins the side after a spell with Blaydon, and https://www.mowdenpark.com/news/mowden-sign-mason-2788309.html" rel="nofollow - Lawrence Mason (hooker/back row) joins DMP after playing for London Scottish last season, |
Posted By: tigerburnie
Date Posted: 04 Jul 2023 at 12:54
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All the Lions coaching staff re-sign for the coming season https://www.facebook.com/leicesterlionsrfc/" rel="nofollow - Leicester Lions Rugby Club | Leicester | Facebook
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Posted By: Se7en
Date Posted: 04 Jul 2023 at 17:39
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Ben Atkins to Rams. Another new edition for next season, and competition in the back row will be fierce! Haven't seen him play before, guessing he was a Prem Cup player and didn't feature in the Prem itself very often. His brother Jacob was a decent fly half for Irish and Rams, think he has gone abroad to play in Italy now. https://www.ramsrugby.com/news/new-boy-ben-ill-play-wherever-to-help-side-push-on-2788217.html" rel="nofollow - https://www.ramsrugby.com/news/new-boy-ben-ill-play-wherever-to-help-side-push-on-2788217.html
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Posted By: Halliford
Date Posted: 04 Jul 2023 at 21:50
| Ben Atkins a great back row signing. Irish had offered him a contract while he finished his degree. Played a lot for Esher last season and was usually outstanding. Disappointed that he has gone to Rams and not back to Esher. |
Posted By: tigerburnie
Date Posted: 05 Jul 2023 at 19:46
| Experienced hooker Oli Taylor re-signs for the Leicester Lions, played 218 games for the club, he has Championship experience with Nottingham. |
Posted By: tigerburnie
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2023 at 09:25
| Openside flanker Johnny Murdoch re-signs for the Lions a 236 cap veteran |
Posted By: billesleyexile
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2023 at 10:42
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In the front row, Mose sign Ben Betts from Nottingham and Lewis Holsey from Bedford. ------------- keep the faith |
Posted By: jimbojetset
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2023 at 11:18
| Looks like some clubs are splashing the cash this season. I’m assuming with the demise of LI, Worcester/Wasps means that it’s a buyers market? |
Posted By: Camquin
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2023 at 11:37
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Only if the clubs have money to spend. ------------- Sweeney Delenda Est |
Posted By: tigerburnie
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2023 at 11:48
| or if they feel their squad wasn't quite good enough. |
Posted By: jimbojetset
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2023 at 11:52
Given the competitiveness of the league last year, that makes this season a very interesting proposition indeed.
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Posted By: jimbojetset
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2023 at 11:52
When has that ever stopped a rugby club from spending? |
Posted By: WEvans
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2023 at 12:09
I would suggest outside the Premiership and Championship quite often.
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Posted By: jimbojetset
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2023 at 13:13
Really? I would suggest South Leicester, Old Elthamians would prove that statement as not totally accurate. Plenty of clubs spend more than they bring in, because they have one or two big spending sugar daddies. It's not just the Prem and Champ clubs. Sustainability is a massive issue in rugby and I would suggest the issue of lack of sustainability runs far deeper than just the Prem or Champ clubs.
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Posted By: Rabbie Burns
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2023 at 13:25
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The opposite can also have an effect don’t spend enough suffer the consequences, find the tipping point ------------- So many Christians not enough Lions |
Posted By: tigerburnie
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2023 at 13:28
| I guess those striving for promotion will have a different agenda to those not, Leicester Lions had a 5 year plan to get to Nat 1, that included recruiting experienced players to strengthen the squad and build a team. I don't know, but I am guessing the next 5 year plan will not include promotion to Prem2/Championship this season. |
Posted By: tigerburnie
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2023 at 16:14
| James Stubbs Lions scrum half re-signs for the Lions for the coming season |
Posted By: billesleyexile
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2023 at 16:56
It looks like it's helping us to cherry pick in order to strengthen. One of the most pleasing things - virtually unheard of for a Moseley fan in recent years - is the level of continuity we're managing this season with last season's squad. I still maintain we had a very good but too small squad last season, and carried too many injuries to key players for too much of the season. Tables don't lie, but if the dice had rolled slightly differently I reckon we'd have done a lot better with broadly the same players as we had. We wouldn't have won the league, but I can see a scenario where we were well clear of needing to look over our shoulder. Which was the most frustrating thing about last season - flashes of brilliance from the backs, and a pack that could contend with anyone, punctuated by yet more broken bones and players all-at-sea well out of position through necessity.
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Posted By: Se7en
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2023 at 17:34
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Rams sign another young London Irish player, again not seen him play but he's an England U19 and was on loan at Barnes last season, who did well trying to keep pace with Blackheath in N2E from memory so sure he'll be fine at Nat 1 level. https://www.ramsrugby.com/news/new-signing-george-is-back-where-it-all-began-2789446.html" rel="nofollow - https://www.ramsrugby.com/news/new-signing-george-is-back-where-it-all-began-2789446.html
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Posted By: Camquin
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2023 at 18:07
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I think you signed a Barnes player, who may well be able to step up. Being in the academy gives an aura, but does not mean they are ever going to be good enough for the Premiership. I am also not sure if England U19 or U20 is any better. ------------- Sweeney Delenda Est |
Posted By: Se7en
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2023 at 18:58
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Indeed, if he is playing in Nat 2 at 19 and keeps fit I'd hazard that he could have a promising future ahead of him, sadly not at Irish, but in the semi-pro domain nevertheless. The more the merrier with regards squad size as you'll know, injuries can mount, and having the quality in depth could be the difference between securing one more draw than the nearest competition in the league, and thus getting promoted when all is said and done
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Posted By: tigerburnie
Date Posted: 07 Jul 2023 at 10:09
| Inside centre Jamel Hamilton re-signs for the Lions, a product of the Northampton Saints academy, he's played 117 games for the Lions since joining |