Amended Instonians Newsletter – Wednesday 26th January |
The original newsletter contained an anecdotal story which on reflection was inappropriate and has been removed. It was not reflective of the writer nor of the inclusive club we strive to be. We offer our sincere apologies for any offence caused and will learn from this incident. Recent results / events Mini Seahorses had coaching at home last Saturday Under 14 went away to BHS and won with an inexperienced squad 5 tries to 2 1st XV had a tremendous win 54-22 at Enniskillen 1st XV in the league. Thanks for the great support. Still in contention for the league with 4 games remaining Match report is on the club website
1st XV full results & fixtures: Instonians - 1st XV Fixtures and Results 2021-2022 1st XV League Table: League – Page 161118 – Ulster Rugby (sportsmanager.ie)
2nd XV lost 14-47 to league leaders Armagh 3rd XV. At times we competed well but our mistakes were punished. Nevertheless the improvement in this team’s performance is there for all to see. Well done to the coaches: Mark Elliott & Rory McCurry
2nd XV full results & fixtures: 2nd XV League Table: League – Page 161124 – Ulster Rugby (sportsmanager.ie)
3rd XV won 33-7 at home to Bangor 3rd XV in the league. The good numbers at training are really paying dividends
3rd XV full results & fixtures: 3rd XV League Table: League – Page 161127 – Ulster Rugby (sportsmanager.ie)
U21s won 29-10 at Dungannon in the 1st round of the Club Academy cup. As the season has gone on Scott Hanley’s squad has got bigger and better. The aim of U21s Club Academy Rugby is to get people back into Rugby and at Instonians it is really working. “Keep her lit!!” Bring on Enniskillen in the Quarter Final – At home Fri 11th Feb at 7.30pm Report on club facebook page (7) Instonians Rugby Club | Facebook
Upcoming fixtures All teams really appreciate your support – do your best to be on the sideline
Seahorses this week Away to Holywood with 9:30 kick off. P1 are staying home to train
Wed 26th Jan Only adult match of the week 2nd XV away to Ballyclare 2nd XV in the Crawford Cup 7.30pm Kick off Support welcome
Sat 29th Jan 1st XV, 2nd XV & 3rd XV have a weekend off Schools cup matches in the morning Adult players will do something different later.
Other information:
Seahorses appoint a new welcome officer Ready to welcome all the new seahorses to the club - Karen Lennox
Questions on the Laws of Rugby? If you have any question on the Laws of Rugby we have our own expert referee who has volunteered to answer them – Michael Pollock!!
Instonians Polo Shirts for sale £10 Contact: Michael Fairbanks 0774 760 8021
Instonians Fundraising Ball Instonians Fundraising Ball with Sean Fitzpatrick currently rescheduled to Fri 13th May. There are still some tables left. Please contact Neil Gillies on 07919 493 797 or at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
“Here Come the Girls” ladies lunch Our ‘Here Come the Girls’ ladies lunch at the Club scheduled for Sat 29th Jan has unfortunately been postponed due to Covid restrictions. The Ladies are currently working with the Bar Committee to identify an alternative date. We’ll confirm this asap.
Instonians Communication App The Instonians Executive Committee have now received the final design proposal for Instonians 1App which will become the communications tool for all on and off pitch details for rugby, cricket and hockey. Development will start early February and is expected to be completed late spring.
Project Seahorse Project Seahorse has been well received with generous donations coming in regularly. If you haven’t yet had a chance to view the rugby club video and consider making a donation, please have a look https://projectseahorse.co.uk/ |