Dorking v Colchester - Match Day Programme

Dorking v Colchester RFC Saturday 1 March | 3PM Kick Off National 2 East | Round 20 Craig

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A VIEW FROM THE CHAIR I’m very pleased, after quite a few years, to welcome our friends from Colchester RFC to the Big Field for today’s game. Earlier this season, we were treated to fantastic hospitality at Colchester’s incredible new facilities—by far the best at Level 4/3—truly impressive. We also had a tight, enjoyable game, which we were fortunate to come out on top of.

However, we come into today’s match on the back of contrasting results last weekend—Colchester full of confidence after an impressive, highscoring win away at Guernsey, while we look to bounce back from a disappointing performance and loss against OA’s. So, there’s plenty to play for today, on real grass (if any is left after last week’s mud-fest!).

With the sun set to shine all weekend, why not come down on Sunday to see the future of the club in action? We’ll be fielding two Colts teams at the Big Field, both kicking off at 2:00 pm.

As ever, please support both sets of players and officials with enthusiasm and respect.

Enjoy the game!

Shaun

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Chairman, Dorking Rugby Club

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A WORD FROM THE DOR Welcome Back to the Big Field, Special welcome to Colchester players, management and supporters for making the journey down to Dorking. We had a good day out at yours and hope we can repay the hospitality today.

We had a slight hiccup last week against a real spirited OA’s team while Colchester had a good win over Guernsey.

Today, however, it will be all to play for as I know what is at stake for Colchester and of course we will be looking to put a few things back in place.

We welcome back a few players this week who were otherwise occupied last week with a certain Cam Osborne’s stag do. We know the golden rule, however, never get married in season and I’m sure the players’ dinner will be a great opportunity to discuss this.

I hope you all have a great day here with us today and if you are around tomorrow, come down and support the Colts in a National Cup qualifying game at home on Sunday lunchtime.

Your DoR, Armand #wacomb

Armand Roux

Director of Rugby, Dorking Rugby Club

TODAY’S OPPONENTS - COLCHESTER This weekend, we welcome Colchester RFC to The Big Field, a club with a rich history that dates back to 1875, though the current club was founded in 1925.

The club’s symbol, the Raven, draws inspiration from the birds perched on top of Colchester’s town hall, a fitting tribute to the town’s heritage.

Colchester’s rise through the leagues began in the 1980s, with a league and cup double in 1994/95 marking a key milestone. Despite setbacks in the late ‘90s and early 2000s, they bounced back with consecutive unbeaten seasons in 2001/02 and 2002/03. More recently, they were promoted to National 2 East last season, continuing their progress through the leagues. Colchester has also made significant investments in their infrastructure, including the addition of a synthetic pitch, which, combined with their recent promotion, positions them well for further development in the future.

Currently sitting 13th, Colchester secured a notable away win against Guernsey, demonstrating their quality and resilience. A special mention goes to Danny Whiteman, who recently celebrated 300 caps with the club—a remarkable milestone. We look forward to a competitive clash this weekend as Colchester brings their determination and ambition to The Big Field.

A warm welcome to all players, supporters, and officials from Colchester RFC.

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COCK FACTS - HARRY ELBROW When did you join DRFC? I joined in the 2015/16 season, originally on loan from Esher.

If you had to drive from the Big Field to Lands End who from the club would you want in the car with you?

First would have to be Scotty—just repaying some of those Sunday morning lifts back to the club.

Second is Steve Howorth—reminiscing about the glory days of the Mercenaries would help pass the time.

Charlie Connor would be third. He’s always the last person people pick in this question, and I’m keen to be in that front row food club.

Harry in action for Old Elthamians, can you guess who the player behind him is?

Earliest DRFC Memory?

Playing against Dorking in the Surrey Cup. I was about 19 and met Armand Roux at the bottom of a ruck—that’s something I’ll never forget.

Who would be the last person you’d take?

Henry Smith—he’d probably take a wrong turn, and I’d end up getting fined for it.

Rugby Inspiration?

My brothers, Alex and Edward, watching them play at Chipstead RFC. They were quite different as players—I like to think I took the best parts of both, but maybe not!

What was your best memory in a Dorking shirt?

Launceston away in the old National 2 South days. The support travelling down and the journey back home— nothing can top that.

What do you like most about playing at DRFC? It’s got to be Wingnut’s “DORKINGGG!”

COCK FACTS - BRYAN HOTSTON When did you join DRFC? I joined after Christmas last season.

Jacko had been in my ear for a couple of seasons about coming down and how good the club is. When I finally did, I got it. I wasn’t enjoying my rugby at my last club, but since joining, I haven’t looked back.

If you had to drive from the Big Field to Lands End who from the club would you want in the car with you?

Joe Andersen - I drive him home most nights, so the conversation would be easy.

Luke Baldwin - if the vibe dipped, he’d give one of his famous motivational speeches!

Max Sheldrake - he’s got more stories than Roald Dahl.

Bryan in action earlier this season.

Earliest DRFC Memory?

The warm welcome when I arrived.

Everyone introduced themselves, and I felt at ease immediately.

A young Bryan stepping his way around the pitch.

Who would be the last person you’d take?

Finn Osborne—terrible music taste.

What was your best memory in a Dorking shirt?

Both wins away at Bury are right up there, but the away win at Guernsey last season was special. It was my first game for the club, and we put on a great performance.

Rugby inspiration?

Josh Lewsey—an absolute killer..

What do you like most about playing at DRFC? Has to be the fans. Rain, sun, or snow, they’re always there supporting us!

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COCK TRIVIA How well do you know Dorking Rugby? Been paying attention this season? We’re putting your knowledge to the test at every home game!

1. In what season did Colchester get promoted into Nat 2 East?

2019/20 / 2021/22 / 2023/24 2. Colchester’s head coach Mike Haywood used to be a professional player but for which Premiership club did he use to play?

Saracens / Northampton Saints / Bath 3.After 19 rounds of Nat 2 east who is the current top try scorer for Dorking?

Toby McRae / Tom Howe / Max Coyle 4. Similarly, which forward has scored the most tries this season?

Tom Bloomer / Finn Osborne / Will Scholes

7. In which county is Colchester located?

Suffolk / Essex / Norfolk 8. Last week, Cam Osborne held his stag do (in season... terrible admin). Two seasons ago, Steve Howorth did the same leading to half the squad missing being away for a famous away win.

Which team did we beat that day?

Guernsey / Canterbury / Rochford 9. Last weekend our Women’s team ended Seaford’s season long unbeaten run, how many games have our ladies now won in a row?

3/5/8 10. Who is the leading try scorer for our Women’s team so far this season?

Lily Puttick / Esme Arundell / Jemma Wood

5. What is the name of Colchester RFC’s home ground?

Raven Park / Layer Road / Cuckoo Farm Way 6. Which of the following is a key historical fact about Colchester? a ) It is the oldest recorded town in Britain. b) It was the site of the signing of the Magna Carta. c) It was the first capital of England.

ANSWERS Flip over to the end of the programme for answers.

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A WORD FROM THE DOR PLAYERS

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A WORD FROM THE DOR PLAYERS

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Center/Winger 29 yo | 23/24 Duncan Vasey

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Steve Howorth

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Ben Mackenzie

Adam Musa

Tom Nairn

Tyler Norwood

Second Row 33 yo | 17/18 Bob White

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Ryan Maguire Second Row 25 yo | 24/25 Reason Global

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Toby McRae

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Ben Puttick

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Will Scholes

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A WORD FROM THE DOR PLAYERS

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P

W

D

L

PF

PA

PD

TB

LB

Pts

Tonbridge Juddians

18

17

0

1

673

363

310

16

0

84

Barnes

19

15

0

4

594

367

227

14

4

78

Dorking

19

14

0

4

676

504

172

15

2

73

Canterbury

19

13

0

6

649

452

197

12

2

66

Westcombe Park

19

12

0

7

527

503

24

10

1

59

Henley

19

11

1

7

408

422

-14

6

3

55

Old Albanian

19

9

0

10

555

540

15

13

5

54

Guernsey

18

9

0

9

520

462

58

11

4

51

Bury St Edmunds

19

8

0

11

645

627

18

15

8

50

Sevenoaks

19

7

0

12

447

542

-95

6

5

39

Havant

19

6

1

12

493

641

-148

7

4

37

Oxford Harlequins

19

5

1

13

512

701

-189

11

3

36

Colchester

19

2

1

16

428

702

-274

10

4

24

Worthing

19

2

1

16

444

745

-301

10

6

24

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TODAY’S TEAMS DORKING RUGBY SINCE 1921

1

Tom Bistow

1

Callum Jeffery

2

Adam Musa

2

Francois Rossouw

3

Zak Stephenson

3

Lewis Jeffery

4

Steve Howorth

4

Charlie Friend

5

WIll Scholes C

5

Haydn Sykes

6

Harry Elbrow

6

Cameron Kerr

7

Tom Bloomer

7

Danny Whiteman C

8

Finn Osborne

8

Ashton Webb

9

George Jackson

9

Edward Parry

10

Tom Hardwick

10

Gabe Jones

11

Theo Williamson

11

Ross Taylor

12

Craig Holland

12

Will Blakemore

13

Tom Howe

13

Jacob Bodkin

14

Bryan Hotston

14

Connor O’Reilly

15

Max Coyle

15

Louis Martin

16

Olly Rawlinson

16

Joe McMillan

17

Max Sheldrake

17

Jake Barry

18

Tom Golder

18

Leroy O’Neill

19

Daragh Chambers

19

Joe Colcomb

20 Cam Cowell

20 Ryan Forrester

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TRIVIA & KEYHOLE ANSWERS COCK TRIVIA ANSWERS 1. In what season did Colchester get promoted into Nat 2 East?

2023/24 - Colchester gained promotion to the league at the end of last season.

2. Colchester’s head coach Mike Haywood used to be a professional player but for which Premiership club did he use to play?

Mike Haywood played hooker for Northampton Saints, making an impressive amount of 236 appearances.

3.After 19 rounds of Nat 2 east who is the current top try scorer for Dorking?

All 3 players, Toby McRae, Tom Howe & Max Coyle sit on the same number of tries with 13 scored!

4. Similarly, which forward has scored the most tries this season?

Equally here all 3 forwards: Tom Bloomer, Finn Osborne & Will Scholes sit on 6 tries scored!

5. What is the name of Colchester RFC’s home ground?

Colchester’s ground is called Raven Park.

6. Which of the following is a key historical fact about Colchester?

It is the oldest recorded town in Britain.

7. In which county is Colchester located?

Colchester is in the county of Essex.

8. Last week, Cam Osborne held his stag do (in season... terrible admin). Two seasons ago, Steve Howorth did the same leading to half the squad missing being away for a famous away win. Which team did we beat that day?

The famous win on the road was against Rochford away and led to a memorable bus trip home with numerous pub stops!

9. Last weekend our Women’s team ended Seaford’s season long unbeaten run, how many games have our ladies now won in a row?

Our women have now won 5 consecutive games placing them in contention for promotion!

10. Who is the leading try scorer for our Women’s team so far this season?

Jemma Wood leasd the way with 6 tries scored in 9 games.

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