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Bill Beaumont Cup 2008

Somerset failed to make the most of their opportunities and experienced a very disappointing result losing 13 - 19 at Barnstaple against Devon, the current County Champions, to a last minute breakaway try. Pictures can be found in our gallery.

Somerset then travelled to Lydney against Gloucestershire in their second game of the Bill Beaumont Cup, and started the game very slowly. Early in the 2nd half, Somerset were trailing 9 - 18, but the away side rallied really well, and put together some excellent attacking moves through both forwards and backs, to come out clear winners 29 - 23.

Points were scored by Luke Couzens (4 penalties, 1 conversion), Steve Pope, Steve Leonard and Adrian Griffiths all scored a try.

Somerset entertain Middlesex at Taunton RFC (KO 2.30pm) on Saturday 17 May -
All support welcome.

The Seniors success on the field at the end of a long hard campaign was a rather special feature last season. Having remained in the middle of the three pool competition by a one point difference the previous season, some consolidation was needed. Opponents were Surrey once more, newcomers Oxfordshire and recently relegated old adversaries, Cornwall, who would be intent in getting The Duchy back to the top flight. Three exciting matches saw the Somerset score a minimum of 50 points against each team, surely the most impressive and entertaining performance for many a season.

Congratulations must go to the whole cast of management, players, coaches, physiotherapists and supporters. Next season will see us playing Devon, Gloucestershire and Middlesex in the newly named Bill Beaumont Cup. Two of the players Glen Cooper and Chris Morgan, deserve special mention following their selection to the England Counties XV.

The Super Six competition remains a very popular, competitive platform for teenagers from all parts of the County and was extended at the start of last season to cover more age groups together with our Schools and Youth Sections, under the umbrella of the County’s Rugby Development Partnership (RDP), continue their excellent work in developing young players. The enthusiasm of the parents, teachers and volunteers who work so hard in these sectors knows no bounds. Our youngsters - both boys and girls - are very fortunate to receive such an excellent start to their rugby careers. In Club rugby, congratulations to all League and Cup winners and commiserations to all who were less successful. The County’s appreciation goes to all those who work so hard to ensure the future of our sport.

However, the main wish is that everyone enjoys their rugby, because that is what it is all about: playing with your mates and making new friends along the way.

Applications are currently being sought for Age Grade Super Six (district) coaches.

Roles within Coaching and Managing County teams for renewal are at Under, 15's, 16's,17's & 20's.

Please contact John.hole@somersetrfu.co.uk for further details.

Somerset Cup and Vase, and Junior Cup results and draw for 2007/8 available.

Ladies, the RFUW South West webpage.