Instonians Rugby Newsletter – Tuesday 5th April |
Recent results / events
Saturday 26th March
Carlsberg still on tap for Instonians
1st XV win 38-6 against Newcastle West in Energia All Ireland League Play off Semi-final Full match report on club website http://www.instonians.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4188:1st-xv-win-38-6-against-newcastle-west-in-ail-semi-final&catid=1:1st-xv&Itemid=14
Now onto the Energia All Ireland League Play Final Saturday 9th April Instonians 1st XV v Bective Rangers 1st XV 2.30pm Kick off At Dundalk RFC
2nd XV could not field a team to travel and play Clogher 2nd XV in the league. We had a squad of 23 down at Navan, plus those not playing wanted to come down and support.
3rd XV no game
U21s XV no game but were present at Navan in a loud way!!
Sunday 27th March
U18s Lost 19-31 to touring side Biggar RFC Instonians hosted a strong Biggar RFC from South Lanarkshire on Sunday. Despite a slow start, the friendly played in 3 x 20 minute periods the home side were 19-5 down at the end of the first period, clawing it back to 19-19 at the end of the 2nd. In the 3rd quarter the home side were dealt a double yellow and ended up losing 31-19. Man of the Match performance once again this week was James Pepper. The team then hosted the Biggar team in a post-match meal put on by Chris Pallin and a few refreshments before we said our farewells as they headed back to Scotland early evening. A great occasion for both teams with great home support and weather befitting a fast flowing game of rugby
Monday 4th April U14s won 19-12 against an English Touring side
Upcoming fixtures
Sat 9th April
Minis host with Cooke a blitz at Shawsbridge Many visiting clubs Shawsbridge will be buzzing!! P2 to P4 9.00am to 11.30am P5 to P7 12.30pm to 14.00pm
U18s XV v Omagh U18s XV Ulster U18 XV Shield Final 2.20pm Kick off Meadowbanks Arena Magherafelt
1st XV v Bective Rangers 1st XV Energia All Ireland League Play Off Final 2.30pm At Dundalk After an unbeaten league campaign After a great semi-final win Now we all need to be there at the Final This team certainly deserves you being there!
Everyone to Dundalk RFC to cheer on the 1st XV
Details of supporter’s bus for the All Ireland League Play off Final: Kick off 2.30pm
2nd XV no game
3rd XV home to Ballynahinch 4th XV Foster Plate Final It is a big game and the 3rd XV are hopeful of some silverware. If you aren’t able to get down to Dundalk, get yourself down to Shawsbridge to support. Obviously it will be the place to be when the 1st XV, 3rd XV and the U18 XV win their games!!
U21s no game Preparing for some friendlies Also preparing for the Instonains U21s Tournament Easter Monday 18th April
Other information:
Supporters bus to 1st XV Playoff Final – 9th April “YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOU!!
U21s Easter Monday Tournament – Monday 18th April Details to follow Instonians Fundraising Ball – Fri 13th May Only 20 tickets left!! PLEASE SUPPORT YOUR CLUB - EVERYONE IS VERY WELCOME Dear Instonian As you may have heard, our biggest fundraising event for many years is now rescheduled for Friday 13th May. With greatest living All Black, Sean Fitzpatrick as guest speaker, we are looking forward to a really exciting event. For the avoidance of any doubt, there is no requirement to arrange a full table. Individual tickets for the event are available at https://www.seahorsesminirugby.co.uk/product/fundraising-sports-dinner/ We have set aside a number of ‘club tables’ to ensure any Instonians buying individual tickets will spend the evening with some friendly faces. Please remember that partners are very welcome too. We are very lucky that the format remains the same and the full original line up is still intact as detailed below -
If you need any further information please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Neil Gillies Mob: 07919 493 797
“Here Come the Girls” ladies lunch – Friday 20th May Ladies. Delighted to announce that we have a new date for the postponed Ladies Event! It’s now on Friday 20 May at 6:30pm at the club. It’s going to be amazing so get your tickets booked quickly! https://www.seahorsesminirugby.co.uk/product/here-come-the-girls/
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/
Club Shop Contact: Michael Fairbanks 0774 760 8021
Congratulations to Jacob Boyd on Ireland U18s Schools selection Details on IRFU website: |