Four Wins for the Oaks | 3–4 October

It was a winning weekend for our Senior Men and Academy sides, with all four teams securing victories.

On Saturday, the Men’s 1st XV recorded an impressive 47–7 win away at Wimbledon RFC, while the 2nd XV edged Heathfield RFC 26–21 at the Paddock.

Our Academy sides continued the winning run on Sunday. The U16s beat Old Colfeians 33–21, with the U18sovercoming Gravesend 31–24.

Congratulations to all four squads, and thank you to the coaches, volunteers and supporters who helped make it a successful weekend for the Oaks! 💙💛

Can’t Make It to Wimbledon? Watch the Oaks Live Online

Our 1st XV travel to Wimbledon RFC on Saturday 3 October. If you can’t be there, you can watch the build-up and match live from wherever you are.

Live footage begins at 14:15, with kick-off at 15:00.

Watch live on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/live/-hWKdKf_X-w?si=6JaI8AG9k_kO5A9t

You can also find the viewing link in our Instagram Story and Watch Live Highlight.

Sorry for last week’s technical difficulties—we hope to have resolved them for Saturday. Live streaming is new for us, but we’ll get there! Thanks for your patience and support.

We’ll be streaming 1st XV home and away matches throughout the 2026/27 season, so subscribe to our YouTube channel to follow the action.

Up the Oaks! 💛💙

BACK THE OAKS IN 2026/27 💛💙

Here are some of the Senior Men’s players and staff available to sponsor this season. There are more opportunities across the squad, so get in touch if you have someone in mind!

For £300 + VAT per person, or £500 + VAT for two, your sponsorship includes:

✓ Your logo, name and a direct link beside your chosen player or staff member’s photo on the club website
✓ Your name in the matchday programme
✓ Your name on Senior Men’s social media team sheets
✓ A sponsor spotlight shout-out featuring your logo and name
✓ Your logo or name on try scorer announcements when your sponsored player scores, or when they receive a Player of the Match award

To find out who’s available or secure your sponsorship, contact Jon Noble at srfc.operations@gmail.com.

Player Sponsor Spotlight: Scott Sedgwick and Stephen Manley

We’re delighted to spotlight Stephen Manley, sponsor of Scott Sedgwick for the 2026/27 season.

A huge thank you to Stephen Manley for sponsoring Scott and supporting him and Sevenoaks RFC this season. Individual sponsors play an important part in supporting our players and the wider club, and we’re grateful for their generosity. We’re proud to have you backing the Oaks.

🎥 INSIDE THE OAKS | EPISODE 1

Match reaction, weekend previews and getting to know the Oaks!

Our new midweek interview series kicks off with Dave Irvine and Will Murphy—last Saturday’s 1st XV and 2nd XV Men of the Match.

They reflect on last weekend and look ahead to Saturday’s fixtures:

🏉 1st XV away at Wimbledon RFC
🏉 2nd XV home against Heathfield RFC at the Paddock
📅 Saturday 3 October | Both kick off at 3pm

Dave Irvine is proudly sponsored by Cook Trading Ltd. Will Murphy is available to sponsor—get in touch if you’d like to support him this season!

See you on Saturday—whether you’re travelling to Wimbledon or supporting the 2nd XV at the Paddock. Come on, Oaks!

#SevenoaksRFC #InsideTheOaks #TheOaks #ReporterJon

Senior Men’s Centres Supporting Our Future Oaks.

Senior Men’s centres Zac Shirtcliff and Tom Sarkesian joined our U9s and U13s last Sunday as part of the Sevenoaks RFC Coach Education Series.

Zac and Tom shared their knowledge and experience with both players and coaches, supporting the sessions and helping our young Mighty Oaks develop their skills and understanding of the game.

It was fantastic to see knowledge and experience being shared across the Club.

A huge thank you to Zac and Tom for giving up their time and making such a positive contribution.

West Heath School Joins the SRFC Family!

We are delighted to announce West Heath School as a new club sponsor, marking the beginning of an exciting partnership between two organisations rooted in the Sevenoaks community.

West Heath School is an independent school supporting young people aged 9 to 20 with special educational needs and disabilities, including social, emotional and mental health needs. Set within 32 acres of Kent countryside on the outskirts of Sevenoaks, the school provides a nurturing and holistic environment in which students’ educational and therapeutic needs are supported together. Its staff believe passionately in the transformative power of education and work to help every young person make sustained progress and develop the resilience needed for their future lives.

Adam Bowman, Director of Rugby & Commercial at SRFC, commented:

“We are delighted to welcome West Heath School to the Sevenoaks RFC family. As two organisations with strong roots in the local community, there is a clear alignment between our values and our shared commitment to supporting young people.

“The work West Heath does to help young people rebuild their confidence, develop resilience and flourish is incredibly important. We are proud to have them supporting the club and look forward to building a meaningful partnership together.”

Photini Bohacek, Principal of West Heath School, commented:

“Thank you for welcoming West Heath School so warmly into the SRFC community Adam. We look forward to working with the Club and introducing your members to our school and the unique educational experience we offer our students.”

Find out more about West Heath School:
www.westheathschool.com

Andi Returns as Senior Women’s 1st XV Captain for 2026/27

Following a 92–0 win to open the season — on her birthday, no less — Sevenoaks RFC is delighted to confirm that Andi will captain the Senior Women’s 1st XV for a second year.

Andi took over the captaincy from Emma Bowman last season. Since then, she has continued to build on the foundations Emma laid, both on and off the pitch.

Senior Women’s Head Coach Grant Scandling said: “Over the last few years, Andi has become such a huge part of this team. She leads by example on the pitch and, most importantly, genuinely cares about every player in the squad. Her work off the pitch never ceases, and she has put in a huge amount of effort to get us ready for another league season. We’re incredibly lucky to have her leading us again, and we can’t wait to see what we can achieve together.”

Andi also wanted to recognise the captain who came before her:

“Huge thanks to Emma, on behalf of the whole squad, for the phenomenal energy and commitment she’s put into this team over the last three years, on and off the pitch. She played such a huge part in building this squad from the ground up, from recruiting players and growing the team to creating the strong culture we have today. Coming to rugby having never played the game, and then stepping into the captaincy the way she did, was so impressive. I’m so grateful to be leading the team she helped build.”

Thank you, Emma, for everything you’ve given to the Senior Women’s squad. Congratulations, Andi — here’s to another fantastic season.

Come on you Oaks! 💙💛

🎥 MATCH HIGHLIGHTS | OAKS 1ST XV 68–12 MAIDENHEAD RFC

🎥 MATCH HIGHLIGHTS | OAKS 1ST XV 68–12 MAIDENHEAD RFC

A winning start to the 2026/27 league season at the Paddock. Relive the action from Saturday’s match! 🏉

Thank you to everyone who came down to support the Oaks, and to Warners Solicitors, our match highlights sponsor.

https://youtu.be/6-yaIvvMlaY

🎙️ POST-MATCH REACTION | OAKS 1ST XV 68–12 MAIDENHEAD RFC

A 68–12 win for the Oaks 1st XV in our opening league match against Maidenhead RFC at the Paddock!

Hear from Director of Rugby Adam Bowman, skipper Olly Green and fly-half Ben Adams, with Jon Noble on the mic 🎤

Also available on YouTube: https://youtube.com/shorts/p59T5L8zMQY?si=ek9sW9mFU9uikIsX

Player Sponsor Spotlight: Barney Stone and Pennard Vets

We’re delighted to spotlight Pennard Vets, sponsors of Barney Stone for the 2026/27 season.

Pennard Vets is an independent, employee owned veterinary group with deep roots in Sevenoaks. Its local hospital provides everyday veterinary care, advanced treatments and emergency care for pets across the area.

Need to see a vet? Pennard Vets is the place to go! Find out more at pennardvets.com.

A huge thank you to Pennard Vets for sponsoring Barney and supporting him and Sevenoaks RFC this season. We’re proud to have a local business backing the Oaks.

From the Touchline

A New Season, One Senior Men’s Squad

After a long pre-season, extended by the delayed start to the league campaign, it’s exciting to have league rugby back at the Paddock. Since coming together in June, we have been installing our game model and layering detail into every area of our play. At the same time, we have been building the conditioning and physical robustness needed for demanding league campaigns across our 1st, 2nd and 3rd XVs.

That commitment has been clear at training, where we have regularly had 50 to 60 players working together. There is strong, healthy competition for places, and players move between our three XVs as they push one another to improve. We are one senior men’s squad, working towards our squad objectives and raising standards across every side.

It has been great to see so many players return from last season, alongside new arrivals, Academy graduates and players coming back from university. We are still working to bring in a couple more players in specific positions as the season gets under way. Our pre-season fixtures have helped us develop our understanding of one another and test our game model in match conditions. There is no substitute for league rugby, and I’m looking forward to seeing how we respond to that challenge today.

I believe there is huge potential in this group. The season ahead will bring its tests, and we will learn plenty along the way. That is part of what makes it exciting: seeing how far we can go together.

Olly Green begins the season as our new captain. He has the respect of the squad and will lead by example. I also want to thank Scotty for the outstanding job he has done as captain over the past two seasons. He remains one of our most important leaders, and his experience and voice will continue to mean a great deal to this group.

Our 2nd and 3rd XVs begin their league campaigns today too, away at Beccehamian and Gravesend. I wish both sides well.

Thank you to our coaches, medical team, volunteers and sponsors for everything they have done to get us to this point. And thank you to everyone here supporting us today. The Paddock is a special place on a matchday. Your support and noise lift the players, and we are looking forward to playing in front of you.

Enjoy the match, and come on you Oaks!

Adam Bowman

Director of Rugby

Can’t Make It to the Paddock? Watch the Oaks Live Online

Our 1st XV host Maidenhead RFC in our opening league match on Saturday 26 September. If you can’t be there, you can watch the build-up and match live from wherever you are.

Live footage begins at 14:15, with kick-off at 15:00.

Watch live on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/zKCfAhlFTWE?si=Wj53C_-zOSK2VD5f

You can also find the viewing link in our Instagram Story and Watch Live Highlight.

We’ll be streaming 1st XV home and away matches throughout the 2026/27 season, so subscribe to our YouTube channel to follow the action.

Up the Oaks! 💛💙

Olly Green Named 1st XV Captain, with Thanks to Scotty Sedgwick

Sevenoaks RFC is pleased to announce that Olly Green will captain the Senior Men’s 1st XV for the 2026/27 season.

Olly takes on the role as the Oaks prepare for their opening league fixture at home to Maidenhead this Saturday. Director of Rugby Adam Bowman said: “Olly will give everything to the role. He has the full support of the coaches and the squad, and we’re looking forward to seeing him lead the team this season.”

The club would also like to thank Scott “Scotty” Sedgwick for his brilliant work as 1st XV captain over the past two seasons. He has led from the front, earning the respect of his teammates, opponents and match officials.

Scotty’s contribution to Sevenoaks goes back more than ten years. He has grown with the squad and the club, been part of three promotions and remained a consistent presence through it all. His commitment extends beyond matchdays: he can often be found at the club on a Sunday watching the Academy.

“Scotty has given an enormous amount to this group, and I’m hugely grateful for the way he has led us,” Adam added. “He sets an example through his commitment, his standards and how much he cares about the club. Scotty remains one of the most important leaders in our squad and a key member of our player leadership group. We’ll continue to rely on his experience and voice, both in supporting Olly and in helping the whole squad achieve what we want this season.”

Congratulations, Olly, and thank you, Scotty. We’re looking forward to the season ahead with you both playing such important roles in the squad.

BACK THE OAKS IN 2026/27

Here are some of the Senior Men’s players and staff available to sponsor this season. There are more opportunities across the squad, so get in touch if you have someone in mind!

For £300 + VAT per person, or £500 + VAT for two, your sponsorship includes:

✓ Your logo, name and a direct link beside your chosen player or staff member’s photo on the club website
✓ Your name in the matchday programme
✓ Your name on Senior Men’s social media team sheets
✓ A sponsor spotlight shout-out featuring your logo and name
✓ Your logo or name on try scorer announcements when your sponsored player scores, or when they receive a Player of the Match award

To find out who’s available or secure your sponsorship, contact Jon Noble at srfc.operations@gmail.com.

#COYO #SevenoaksRFC

ALL IN FOR THE OAKS 2026/27 💛💙

We are delighted to confirm that the following players have re-signed for the 2026/27 season.

From left to right:

Joe Hayward | Back Row
A long-standing member of the Oaks who progressed through our junior and Academy sections before moving into the Senior Men’s squad.

Alex Kevan | Prop
An experienced prop who continues to mature and improve with age, bringing valuable experience to our front row.

Matt McRae | Back Row
A hugely experienced back-row forward with 120+ 1st XV caps for the Oaks.

Justin Adesine | Back Row | Academy Graduate
A product of our Academy who returns to the Oaks following university.

Jack Pearson | Back Row | Academy Graduate
Jack steps up into the Senior Men’s squad this season following his progression through our Academy.

More announcements coming soon… stay tuned!

Up the Oaks!

#WeBuild

Sevenoaks RFC Hosts Primary Schools Tag Rugby Festival

Sevenoaks RFC was delighted to host the Year 5 and 6 Primary Schools Tag Rugby Festival, welcoming 16 local schools for a fantastic afternoon of rugby.

There was some brilliant rugby on display throughout the festival, with the pupils demonstrating excellent teamwork, skill and enthusiasm. It was wonderful to see so many young players enjoying the game and representing their schools.

A huge thank you to Clare Strange for organising such a successful event and to our club members who volunteered as referees throughout the afternoon. Their time and support played an important part in making the festival possible.

We would also like to thank Sevenoaks Town Council for providing the pitches, alongside all the teachers and school staff who supported the event.

We hope everyone involved enjoyed their visit to Sevenoaks RFC, and we look forward to welcoming the schools back again soon.

Playmakers Inspiring Our Future Oaks

Senior Men’s playmakers Louis Bouverie and Josh Livett joined our U10s and Academy U16s last Sunday to deliver sessions focused on attacking skills and gameplay as part of the Sevenoaks RFC Coach Education Series.

Louis and Josh shared their knowledge and experience, helping players develop their attacking skills, decision-making and understanding of the game.

It was fantastic to see knowledge being shared across the Club and another brilliant example of our senior players supporting the development of the next generation of Mighty Oaks.

A huge thank you to Louis and Josh for giving up their time and making such a positive contribution.

ALL IN FOR THE OAKS 2026/27 💛💙

We are delighted to welcome four new additions to our Senior Men’s squad ahead of the 2026/27 season.

From left to right:

Matthew Davin | Prop
Matthew has recently moved to the Sevenoaks area and joins the Oaks for the new season.

Terrell Palmer-Simpson | Winger
Terrell joins the Oaks from Warlingham RFC.

Kwesi Winney | Winger
Kwesi joins the club following his recent graduation from Bournemouth University.

Ralph Haville | Outside Back
Ralph has recently moved to the Sevenoaks area and joins our Senior Men’s squad for the 2026/27 season.

We’re excited to welcome Matthew, Terrell, Kwesi and Ralph to Sevenoaks and look forward to seeing all four in navy and gold this season.

Welcome to the Oaks, lads!

More announcements coming soon… stay tuned!

Start the League Season in Style at the Paddock

The league season is nearly here—and what better way to begin than with a brilliant afternoon of rugby, food and hospitality at Sevenoaks RFC?

Our 1st XV welcome Maidenhead to the Paddock on Saturday 26th September for the opening league fixture of the 2026/27 season.

The boys are shaping up nicely following an extended pre-season, and we cannot wait to see them back in competitive action. Numbers are already building well for our first match-day lunch, so book early and do not miss out.

Our excellent chef, Diane Pearce, will be serving a superb three-course lunch:

Starter
Cauliflower and St Agur soup, served with crusty bread and butter

Main course
Shepherd’s pie, Yorkshire pudding filled with roast lamb and gravy, peas and mint sauce

Cheese course
Cheese and biscuits

Saturday 26th September
Sevenoaks 1st XV v Maidenhead

Bar open: 12:00
Lunch served: 13:00
Kick-off: 15:00

Members: £30
Non-members: £40

Match entry is included with your lunch booking.

Book your place now:
https://sevenoaksrugby.com/event-bookings

Join us for what promises to be a brilliant opening day at the Paddock—great food, great company and the start of an exciting new league campaign.

Up the Oaks!