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SENIOR RUGBY
What a game we saw on Saturday!! Could our 1XV make it to the semi finals of the National Cup? Click here to read all the action: Match report

To see all of Ben’s match day pics, please follow this link: Match pics

An amazing game to bring down the curtain on the 2025/26 season. Can I take this opportunity to thank all the players from our 1’s, 2’s and women squads who have faithfully written match reports throughout this season. We are all so grateful for the time you take each week. Thanks also to our senior coaches who have developed our squads so well. Each game has been a pleasure to watch.

Thanks also to all our age group coaches who pour so much into their teams each weekend. Special thanks to our Junior and Intermediate chairs, Tom Goldsworthy and Steve Floodgate, who have orchestrated such development across our age groups. Rugby at Saint Hill is in rude health.

We can’t wait for more rugby later in the year!

U12’s AWARDS
And so another fantastic season draws to a close for the U12's.
Our end-of-season event was an amazing afternoon of fun and friendship. As always, the games and laughter were underpinned by the unmistakable spirit of the rugby family.

Congratulations to our award winners:

Players Player - Red Team: Finn, Blue Team: Lucas

Most Improved - Red Team: Jude, Blue Team: Bobby

Coaches Player - Red Team: Will P., Blue Team: Murray

Thank you once again to all players, parents, coaches and the wider team at EGRFC for all their hard work, help and support throughout the season.

We would also like to take a moment to give a special thought to the friends and family of Matt Ratana; our awards were held on what would have been his 60th birthday. With much love, all the 2026 U12's.

W6N
A huge game for the Red Roses as they take on Italy in the W6N on Saturday at 2pm.
To see the squad and read all the news, click here: RR squad

BIG SUMMER KICK OFF
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
Big Summer Kick-Off returns to Allianz Stadium on Saturday 16 May (KO 16:00), as Harlequins face Exeter Chiefs in Round 16 of the Gallagher PREM. With Hard-Fi announced as this year’s headline act, expect a huge pre-match in-bowl performance featuring hits including Hard to Beat and Living for the Weekend.

Beyond the match, enjoy a full day of action with expanded fan zones and family-friendly activities across the stadium. Massaoke returns to the BA West Fan Village for a post-match party packed with singalong anthems.

Tickets are on general sale now from £35 for adults and £20 for under-18s, with 20% off group bookings of 10+. From kick-off to final singalong, don’t miss the ultimate summer rugby celebration.

Click here for your ticket: BSKO tickets

COMING UP DURING THE SUMMER

FUN RUGBY IS BACK
Friday’s 6pm
BBQ & drinks, Touch rugby for all, Community vibe!

Fun Rugby is simple - Touch rugby for everyone, aimed at families.
A great way to keep fit, learn the game, or just have a run about.
No tackling. Just rugby and fun.
Play alongside your kids. Whole families welcome. Plus a dedicated girls session.

For more info, email us at: egrfctouch@gmail.com

CAR BOOT AT THE CLUB
Anyone who has visited Ardingly Car Boot Sale at the showground, knows what a big event this is. We are excited to announce that starting on the 10th May, it will be held at the club this summer. The bar will be open, so come down, grab a few bargains, a drink and enjoy the sunshine.

To book a pitch, contact Michael Cummings on 07563 822862.

SENIOR & COLTS AWARDS NIGHT
Don’t miss our senior awards night on the 16th May. Good food, wine, awards and a party! What could finish the season better?

Get your ticket here: Senior awards tickets

WHÀNAU CUP
The Ratana Marauders and Vixens represent the Matt Ratana Rugby Foundation and play charity matches around the country, this will be the first time both Ratana teams will play at Saint Hill.

Former Leicester Tigers Coach, Dean Richards, will be the DOR for this event, so come down on the 30th May at midday to enjoy this great afternoon of rugby to remember Matt.

AGM
Get Friday 17th July in your diary.
We will meet at 7pm to vote in our officials and celebrate another season at our fantastic club.

OTHER NEWS
If you have any news about any aspect of our rugby family here at East Grinstead, get involved and email m.marriott@btconnect.com. See you next week!!