RESTRUCTURING OF FYLDE’S SENIOR TEAMS Due to a combination of circumstances, not least the alarming national trend in decreased player participation, it has been necessary to take the decision to put the Fylde Saracens ( 3rd XV ) into hibernation for the foreseeable future.
Steve Gough said: “First of all, congratulations to the 1st XV for their excellent victory over ‘Hoppers at Lightfoot Green! As for the Hawks against ‘Hoppers 2nds at the Woodlands, an amazing performance despite going down narrowly by 27-34. We probably deserved a minimum of a draw from the game against a team that has been very well organised for a long time. “Onwards & upwards! We’re off to Sedgley
We have made representation to the committee of Halbro North West Leagues (NOWIRUL) outlining our need to restructure our Senior adult male sides into the following categories . We are extremely grateful that they have supported our reorganisation and thank their Committee for their understanding with this matter.
PERFORMANCE 1st XV, National 2 North.
ASPIRATIONAL 2nd XV Hawks, NOWIRUL Premier.
SOCIAL
Vandals, NOWIRUL Div 3 North.
This allows for all abilities to have a platform to play the game safely and competitively according to their requirements on a regular basis . Players may move within the 3 levels depending on individual need and ability and the Club feels that in our current situation this is the optimum system to take the Club forward . Players who have represented the Saracens will be contacted individually or in small groups by team managers/ coaches to discuss their personal circumstances. Whilst it is unfortunate that we have to take a team out of service in the medium term, this decision affords us the opportunity to redevelop the adult male element of Fylde Rugby Club. We can now move forward with a positive mindset and attract increasing numbers into the playing ranks providing a great rugby experience at a great club. It also gives us the building blocks to return to being a 4 team Club down the line. For clarity this reorganisation will take place with immediate effect.
Park this coming Saturday in a NOWIRUL Premier League fixture. I’m really excited about what this might bring from a set of guys we brought together in a very short space of time yet still put in a performance like that against ‘Hoppers. “The effort, determination and passion from the guys was really amazing and made me feel very humble. We’re all looking forward to seeing what we can achieve on this aspirational pathway to high performance levels.
“To the players, make sure that we’re getting all the guys in place and in training
on Tuesday & Thursday
evenings. This will help us pull together some real structure! “Look forward to issuing these videos each week.”
FYLDE HAWKS LOSE NARROWLY TO ‘HOPPERS 2s
Fylde Hawks put up a brave display against a strong Preston Grasshoppers 2nd team at the Woodlands in a NOWIRUL Premier League game before going down by 27-34. The Hawks’ scorers were James Shepherd, Matt Worsnip, Reece Horan and Kyle Macaulay with tries and Dan Slawson with 2 conversions and 1 pen.
In what is to become a regular video piece, Hawks Coach
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