QUESTIONNAIRE OUT NOW
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CLUB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING - 17.30 20TH MAY
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CLUB ANNUAL DINNER - 19.30 20TH MAY
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QUESTIONNAIRE OUT NOW **** CLUB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING - 17.30 20TH MAY **** CLUB ANNUAL DINNER - 19.30 20TH MAY ****
WHAT A SEASON!
Now that the rugby has finished for the 2021/22 season, its a time for reflection on what has gone well and where we can continue to improve for next season and beyond.
Last season was undisputedly one of the best in the history of the Club, made all the more sweet after a period of personal and collective challenges through the pandemic, from the Minis, Youth Girls, Youth Boys, Academy and Seniors - there were successes of some sort across the board.
For the Minis, success can be as simple as learning to catch the ball or score a try. For the Youth players, it might be learning a forwards or backs move. For the coaches, success is seeing enjoyment etched on their players’ faces and noticing how their players have grown from September to April - regardless of outcomes.
Reflecting on the past season, its been clear how much fun our children have playing for Sevenoaks and how much they have developed. Not only that, but we’re immensely proud that our Youth age groups continue to develop, produce positive performances, often win silverware and most importantly finish the Under 15s ready for rugby in the Academy and Senior Squad.
This week’s update includes some examples and highlights to back up why we’re so proud.
We also have some opportunities to share your feedback with the committee - don’t miss out!
QUESTION TIME
CLUB WIDE QUESTIONNAIRE
In this period of post promotion reflection the Committee wants your high level feedback to help shape the strategy of the Club. The Committee would appreciate if you could complete this short survey - 3 or 4 minutes max.
CLUB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Don’t miss your chance to ask questions of the committee and have your say in the how the Club is run. The Annual General Meeting is an important part of the governance of the Club. See the full agenda by clicking the link below
LE TOUR - C’EST FANSTASTIQUE
The Sevenoaks U15 Le Tour to Lyon was fantastique!
With two fixtures, against Le Lou and OSGL, and a super 14 match there was plenty of rugby on the Group’s final tour together before entering the Academy.
But, there is much more to a rugby tour than rugby - from sampling the French culture and food to ‘Le Tribunal de La Tournee’ (Tour Court) - tours are about making life long memories and friends.
Of course, some things on tour must stay on tour, but the coaching group have shared some fantastique insight into their trip - click below for the full write up.
WINNER WINNER ANNUAL DINNER
Don’t miss this year’s Annual Dinner - open to all coaches, parents and senior players - its a great opportunity to reflect on the successes of the year, celebrate each other and have a delicious curry with friends!
SIGN UP FOR…
2022/23 UNDER 5s
WOMEN’S RUGBY
If you have a child that will be entering in Reception this September, or know someone who does, make sure you sign up to join in the fun!
We’re looking for players and volunteer parents to help coach the group.
Planning is already under way for our next generation of Mighty Oaks!
COMING SOON
COMING SOON
MAY
20th MAY - CLUB AGM
If you are a paid up member of the Club, you are entitled to attend the Annual General Meeting. This year it will be held on Friday 20th May.
20th MAY - CLUB DINNER
Don’t miss this year’s Club Lunch which takes a new format compared to previous years. Stay tuned for more information.
22nd MAY - RUN, WALK OR PUSH AGAINST DEMENTIA
Will you be showing your support against Dementia this May - why not put a team together with friends from the Club?
JUNE
26th JUNE - SEVENOAKS SPORT & WELLBEING SHOWCASE
Sevenoaks Rugby are signed up to this showcase of local sports clubs.
JULY
WEDNESDAYS - YOUTH TOUCH OFFERING
Next year’s youth age groups (U12 to U15) will start summer touch on Wednesday evenings at Knole Academy.
25th to 28th JULY - MIGHTY OAKS HOLIDAY CAMP
AUGUST
15th to 18th AUGUST - MIGHTY OAKS HOLIDAY CAMP
22nd - 25th AUGUST 0 MIGHT OAKS HOLIDAY CAMP
28th - 29th AUGUST - EDENBRIDGE & OXTED SHOW
Don’t miss your free ticket to this spectacular day out over the August Bank Holiday weekend. We are looking for members to volunteer. Sevenoaks Rugby’s support is rewarded generously by a donation from the event and by volunteering for an hour to so you will be entitled to free entry to the event.
SUMMER RUGBY CAMPS
You asked and we’re delivering! After years of requests, we are finally delivering the fun and rugby excellence seen during the rugby season in holiday camps!
The Mighty Oaks Holiday Rugby Camp Programme is aimed at U7 - U15 (Current Year 2 - Year 10) girls & boys and provides fun, organised and educational activities for all players, utilising our experienced and qualified Mighty Oaks Holiday Rugby Camp coaching team.
PARENT FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Sevenoaks Rugby asks all parents of Mini players in the U5s, 6s, 7s, 8s and 9s to remain on site and pitch-side during training and matches. Only by exception can they be absent and then they must nominate another adult to take responsibility for their child and inform the relevant coach and the player.
We find that some players in these groups can get upset if they are left alone and sometimes need emotional support from a parent or adult they recognise.
For parents of Mini players in the U10s and 11s that do not remain pitch side they must inform the coach and the player and remain contactable (or nominate another adult to take responsibility).
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Padded headgear / scrum caps has never been approved or marketed by World Rugby or the RFU to reduce the risk of concussion and there continues to be no conclusive evidence that wearing headguards reduces the chances of sustaining a concussion while playing or training.
Wearing a headguard should be the personal choice of the player and/or parent. While a headguard can provide some protection (e.g. covering the ears) and confidence (e.g. when introducing players to contact); there is a possibility that wearing protective equipment could potentially change a player’s behaviour (i.e. making them over confident and thus neglecting correct technique and risking further injury to themselves or others). Therefore, players and coaches are encouraged not to neglect correct technique, particularly in the tackle and ensure that players are aware of the purpose of headguards and their limitations.
We recommend that players talk to their coaches about the relative confidence of their child, when deciding whether a headboard is appropriate for them.
DON’T FORGET
Thanks to the kind parents and coaches who sent us their photos and videos this week.
Get your age group represented!
Don’t forget to send your videos, photos or match reports to henley.srfc@gmail.com by 5pm on Sunday evenings for inclusion in the weekly round up.
