Daventry
ALL Black Juniors
RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB

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NEWS  

The James Rogers Trophy

James Rogers was one of the first young players to join the Daventry Mini Rugby section when it first started back in 1977. He very quickly established himself as a popular enthusiastic member showing great potential. He was polite and willing to listen and he gave 100% commitment both in training and in matches. James was one of the key players when Daventry Under 10's won the St Neots Festival by beating Bedford in the final. This was a team effort, of which, as usual James' contribution was 100%. His sportsmanship and courage continued as he progressed through the Mini and Junior Sections and on to the Colts, where he was outstanding.

In addition to his prowess on the rugby field, James possessed a well-rounded personality. In his later education at Southbrook, now Danetre School he started to shine in the academic field. Reports by the teaching staff predicted that he would achieve A Grades in his A levels examinations, which would have led to the place at London School of Economics that had been offered. There was also mentions of the way he willingly helped less able students and displayed leadership qualities in many different fields. It was also obvious that he was a good mixer and had developed good communication skills with pupils and teachers alike.

At the age of 17 years, James was involved in a horrendous accident, which left him him severely handicapped. For the remainder of James' short life and in spite of his untimely accident he showed the same spirit and courage that he had displayed on the rugby pitch. A glowing example of the feeling and togetherness within the club is illustrated by a tape recording made by members of the Colts in the dressing room prior to the "big match" in January 1987 when James was still in a coma in hospital. Their words were full of encouragement plus a few threats as to what would happen to him if he didn't turn out for the next match! Sadly, even this was not sufficient to return him to consciousness, as his injuries were too severe.

His family and friends agree that his success in other fields were aided considerably by his membership of the Daventry All Blacks and the principles of cooperation, team spirit and selflessness, which were ingrained in him on the rugby field.

James Rogers is the ideal role model for all young players and all future winners of this special trophy should feel a great pride in receiving it as it represents true sportsmanship, commitment, enthusiasm and most of all outstanding courage.

The James Rogers' trophy has been donated by Mike Smith, a former Mini rugby coach from 1977 to 1980 and will be presented for the first time to the winning team at the presentation ceremony by James' parents, Anne and Malcolm Rogers.

 

 Wales Tour 2008. - Update

Under 9's win Welsh Festival of Rugby!!!

At the end of March Daventry took nearly 150 players, coaches and parents to Rhyl for the Team Tours Direct Welsh Festival of Rugby.

Age groups represented included, under 9's, 10's, 11's, 12's 13's, 14's & 16's. All teams put up a great showing and handled the difference in the Welsh rules to put up brave displays.

However, we must recognise the total success of the under 9's in winning the Challenge Cup for the 2nd year running .The Cup will take pride of pace in the club house (indeed a new cabinet has had to be secured).

Huge congratulations must also go to the under 11's, 12's and 16's for also winning the shield for their respective age groups

Well done to all

Older News

The Saints came to Daventry on the 16th   

                                                                

4 of the Saints first team players came and helped train all the players and promote Rugby, fun was had by all.

  

 

MINI NEWS

 

Christmas Party

Every year there is a Christmas party for all the Children. Not only do they get a meal, present and play games, but they also get to see their Coaches dress up in fancy dress. Some of the Coaches seem to enjoy this more than the kids!

Lads & Dads

The last playing Sunday of the season is the traditional match the Lads versus the Dads, the younger boys soon got the idea that if you ganged up on a Dad you could, by shear numbers, over power a Dad and cover them in mud, by the end of the games they had achieved their aim. The bouncy castle and sumo wrestling where popular and the day was a great success, raising much need funds for the Junior Section. A big thanks for all those who gave up their time in arranging the various entertainments. 

    

 

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