MILLWALL Colts manager Kevin Doherty praised his ever-improving side's spirited peformance despite the youngsters suffering defeat to Southend, losing 7-43.
A well-drilled Southend team visited Millwall Park on Sunday and dominated the first-half, running in four tries to no reply.
The second-half kicked off with Southend notching up another five points but a try from flanker George Mulock, converted by scrum-half Billy Gray, hinted at a Millwall fightback.
Sadly for Millwall, Southend touched down twice more to seal a comprehensive win for the visitors.
Doherty said his young charges showed clear signs of improvement in just their second game of the season and the best was yet to come.
'A positive to come out of the match was the tackling,' said Doherty.
'It was their second game and they showed they are getting better as a unit.
'But we need more match experience.'
Anyone aged 16-19 wishing to play for Millwall Colts should contact Kevin Doherty on 07896 745965 or email kev@millwallrugby.com.
Training is on Wednesday evenings from 7.30pm at Mudchute Farm.
ENDS
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Sunday 26 September 2010
Monday 20 September 2010
Youth Rugby Update
Dear Players & Parents,
Two weeks into the season and so far the results haven't gone our way,
with both the Colts and Under 12s suffering a few heavy losses.
ALL the more reason why we need to see you at training each and every
week, so the coaches can help prepare you for the tough matches we
will be expecting this season!
To check when and where your training is, visit the link here:
http://www.millwalllions.com/whenwhere.html
MEMBERSHIP
Your membership is due now! Most players have paid this already, but
there are a few straglers. Remember, prices increase from 1st of
October 2010
Current Prices:
Junior Youth Membership �10.00
Senior Youth (Colts Membership) �15.00
New Prices from 1st October
Junior Youth Membership �12.50
Senior Youth (Colts Membership) �18.00
Don't delay, pay your membership today!
PARENTS MEMBERSHIP
Parents, you can be a member of MRFC too! There are two types of
membership you can purchase:
Sunday Membership �10.00
Social Membership �15.00
You can buy either of the above over the bar at the clubhouse or
through your team manager.
UPCOMING FIXTURES
This weekend
26/09 Colts v Southend (Millwall Park)
Next weekend
03/10 Colts v Burnham-on-Crouch (Away)
03/10 U15s v Bexley (Away)
03/10 U12s v Ilford (Millwall Park
All fixtures for the season can be seen here:
http://www.millwalllions.com/fixtures.html
WELCOME TO NEW COACHES
A quick welcome and thanks to new coaches who have joined us this
season:
Mal McClean
Michael Finnegan
Aaron Dean
James Eason
Mike Beech
CANTEEN DUTY
Now that youth training and matches will be happening every Sunday
morning, I'm looking for parents and volunteers to help run the
'Canteen' (the kitchen in the clubhouse) to serve coffee/tea, as well
as potentially other snacks and food.
The coaches and team managers at Millwall Lions, parents themselves
already put in loads of hours for the club so I don't expect them to
do this.
If you have some time to spare on a Sunday morning and are keen to
help the club offer this new service and bring in some much needed
income, please email youth@millwallrugby.com
<mailto:youth@millwallrugby.com>
Let's go to work!
Matt Shorrock
Youth Chair
Millwall Rugby Club
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Sunday 19 September 2010
Under 12s learn harsh lesson in tournament losses
Millwall Lions under 12s suffered two heavy losses at a tournament held at Wanstead RFC on Sunday
Facing Romford U12s in the first match of the day, the under prepared Millwall youngsters struggled to keep pace with the more experienced club team, trailing 14-0 at half time.
Romford powered home in the second half, scoring two late tries to finish 26-0 winners.
Having dusted off the new season nerves, coach Chris Attalid hoped his charges would show improvement in their second match however it wasn't to be the case as Wanstead easily dispatched Millwall, winning 57-0.
"I think it was a learning experience for all of us, myself included" said Attwood; "We went through last season unbeaten and I think we probably under estimated the challenges we will face this season, having moved up an age group."
"The boys will be in for one tough training session on Wednesday" he said "I don't want us to have another performance like this again".
Millwall Colts hope to recover from their last match quickly as the play host to Southend at Millwall Park on Sunday. Kick off is at 1pm.
Anyone aged 16-19 wishing to play for Millwall Colts should contact Kev on 07896 745965 or email kev@millwallrugby.com training is on Wednesday evenings from 730pm at Mudchute Farm
Facing Romford U12s in the first match of the day, the under prepared Millwall youngsters struggled to keep pace with the more experienced club team, trailing 14-0 at half time.
Romford powered home in the second half, scoring two late tries to finish 26-0 winners.
Having dusted off the new season nerves, coach Chris Attalid hoped his charges would show improvement in their second match however it wasn't to be the case as Wanstead easily dispatched Millwall, winning 57-0.
"I think it was a learning experience for all of us, myself included" said Attwood; "We went through last season unbeaten and I think we probably under estimated the challenges we will face this season, having moved up an age group."
"The boys will be in for one tough training session on Wednesday" he said "I don't want us to have another performance like this again".
Millwall Colts hope to recover from their last match quickly as the play host to Southend at Millwall Park on Sunday. Kick off is at 1pm.
Anyone aged 16-19 wishing to play for Millwall Colts should contact Kev on 07896 745965 or email kev@millwallrugby.com training is on Wednesday evenings from 730pm at Mudchute Farm
Wednesday 15 September 2010
U12 v Wanstead team named
The Millwall Under 12's will take on Wanstead and Romford in a mini festival this Sunday, at Wanstead RFC.
Coach Chris Attwood has named the following team:
Forwards: Louis Stebbing-Boulett, George Thomas, George Walsh, Alan Drew, Harry Turner, Aiden Croke, Jack Anderson;
Backs: Shane McCullough, Connor Attwood, Femi Dola-Lami, Charlie Arnold, Will Foley, Peter Protain, Cian Daragh, Tom Johnson, Charlie Paterson;
Kick off for the first match is 12m. All support welcome!
Colts humbled in first outing
Millwall RFC's newest team, the 'Colts' (u19) suffered a heavy defeat at the hands of Barking on Sunday, in a disappointing 43-0 away loss.
Despite an impressive defensive effort from the visiting team, the stronger Barking side ran in 7 unanswered tries as the Colts dusted off the cobwebs for the new season.
With an inexperienced side, the Colts were under pressure early as Barking looked to not only dominate possession, but also field position.
"It seemed like every time we got the ball, we had to kick it away because of where we were on the pitch" said Colts captain Jake Vinnicombe.
Without much of the ball, the talented Colts backline had little room to impress. Some ill disciple also cost the Colts when they had two players sent off on either side of the half time break, making their challenge even more daunting, down to just 13 men at one stage of the match.
There were, however a number of positive signs for coach Scott Vinnicombe to take from the match, such as the size and flexibility of his squad:
"we've got a number of guys who can play multiple positions and that showed through today when we had a fee injuries and players in the bin."
While many would be upset at the lop-sided scoreline, the Colts team management refused to be anything but positive:
"it's the first game of the season for us, with a new squad and limited preparation" said manager Kevin Doherty, "whereas it's probably their third or fourth match already plus that team has been together for a number of years. I didn't expect us to click straight away and for everything to go smoothly" he continued "we've got them again at our place on the very last weekend of the season, so it's a great measuring stick to see how much we can improve upon as we play more fixtures"
The Colts next match is at home to Southend on Millwall Park at the end of the month.
Anyone aged 16-19 wishing to play for Millwall Colts should contact Kev on 07896 745965 or email kev@millwallrugby.com training is on Wednesday evenings from 730pm at Mudchute Farm.
Despite an impressive defensive effort from the visiting team, the stronger Barking side ran in 7 unanswered tries as the Colts dusted off the cobwebs for the new season.
With an inexperienced side, the Colts were under pressure early as Barking looked to not only dominate possession, but also field position.
"It seemed like every time we got the ball, we had to kick it away because of where we were on the pitch" said Colts captain Jake Vinnicombe.
Without much of the ball, the talented Colts backline had little room to impress. Some ill disciple also cost the Colts when they had two players sent off on either side of the half time break, making their challenge even more daunting, down to just 13 men at one stage of the match.
There were, however a number of positive signs for coach Scott Vinnicombe to take from the match, such as the size and flexibility of his squad:
"we've got a number of guys who can play multiple positions and that showed through today when we had a fee injuries and players in the bin."
While many would be upset at the lop-sided scoreline, the Colts team management refused to be anything but positive:
"it's the first game of the season for us, with a new squad and limited preparation" said manager Kevin Doherty, "whereas it's probably their third or fourth match already plus that team has been together for a number of years. I didn't expect us to click straight away and for everything to go smoothly" he continued "we've got them again at our place on the very last weekend of the season, so it's a great measuring stick to see how much we can improve upon as we play more fixtures"
The Colts next match is at home to Southend on Millwall Park at the end of the month.
Anyone aged 16-19 wishing to play for Millwall Colts should contact Kev on 07896 745965 or email kev@millwallrugby.com training is on Wednesday evenings from 730pm at Mudchute Farm.
Tuesday 7 September 2010
Youth Rugby Begins!
Dear Players & Parents,
The new rugby season is upon us, and the Millwall Lions youth section
are looking forward to getting onto the pictch, starting this Sunday!
MEMBERSHIP & TRAINING
Thanks to all those players and parents who turned up to our first
ever registration day on Sunday. I'm sure you'll agree it was a great
success. Without a ball being kicked or a tackle being made, we
already have over 50 members signed up for the new season.
If you weren't able to attend on registration day, all paid up members
received a special "goodie" bag, full of posters, stickers and other
cool "members only" stuff.
We still have *some* bags left....so, if you want to get your hands on
one, be sure to attend training this wednesday and come armed with
your �10 annual membership fee (�15 for Colts).
For information about training, visit here:
http://www.millwalllions.com/whenwhere.html
FIXTURES
Our brand new Colts (u19s) have their first match of the season this
Sunday, up the road at Barking RFC. I'm sure there will be no love
lost between these two teams. If you're in the area drop on down to
Barking RFC and show your support:
Barking RUFC
Gale Street
Goresbrook
Dagenham
Essex
RM9 4TX
Tel: 0208 595 7324
What do you think the scoreline will be, between our Colts and
Barking? Vote here:
http://apps.facebook.com/opinionpolls/index.php?pid=1283810372
For details of all of our fixtures, visit here:
http://www.millwalllions.com/fixtures.html
COMMUNICATION
As always, the best way to stay in touch with MRFC is via our Facebook
page here:
http://www.facebook.com/millwalllions
We also communicate regularly via email, so if you have received this
email indirectly, contact youth@millwallrugby.com
<mailto:youth@millwallrugby.com>
to subscribe to our email updates.
TOUCH RUGBY COACHES WANTED
Are you interested in getting into coaching but don't know where to
start?
We are looking for coaches for our Mini's section (ages 7-9) to help
them grasp the basics of touch rugby before they graduate onto to
contact rugby.
If you are interested and are available on Wednesdays from 6pm and
Sunday mornings from 10am, please email youth@millwallrugby.com
<mailto:youth@millwallrugby.com>
The club will send you on a touch rugby coaching course and the IRB
'Rugby Ready' qualification to help get your started.
ASSISTANT COACHES WANTED
The Head Coaches of our three youth teams, U12s, U15s and Colts are
currently seeking assistant coaches to help them shape their teams for
the new season.
If you are interested and are available on Wednesdays from 6pm and
Sunday mornings from 10am, please email youth@millwallrugby.com
<mailto:youth@millwallrugby.com>
After you've completed a few sessions with the team, the club will
send you on a RFU Level 1 coaching course to help you become a
qualified coach.
CANTEEN DUTY
Now that youth training and matches will be happening every Sunday
morning, I'm looking for parents and volunteers to help run the
'Canteen' (the kitchen in the clubhouse) to serve coffee/tea, as well
as potentially other snacks and food.
The coaches and team managers at Millwall Lions, parents themselves
already put in loads of hours for the club so I don't expect them to
do this.
If you have some time to spare on a Sunday morning and are keen to
help the club offer this new service and bring in some much needed
income, please email youth@millwallrugby.com
<mailto:youth@millwallrugby.com>
If you have any questions, please let me know!
Let's go to work!
Matt Shorrock
Youth Chair
Millwall Rugby Club
Millwall Rugby Club does not wish to pester its members and friends with
irrelevant email. If you wish to remove yourself from the list, or change
to another category so that you receive less mail from us, you can do so at
http://www.millwallrugby.com/unsubscribe.html Thank you for your support.
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