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Dorking v Havant Saturday 5 April | 3 PM Kick Off Nat 2 East | Round 24

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A VIEW FROM THE CHAIR A warm welcome to today’s guests at the Big Field, Havant RFC. In the away fixture, they were very generous hosts (off the field!) and extremely tough opponents on it. We managed to secure the win by the narrowest of margins with the last play of the game.

With conditions looking good for running rugby, especially if Jonty has remembered to water the pitch, I expect a fast and open game which should be a joy to watch.

We also wish the best of luck to our senior women’s team, who have their final game of the season tomorrow. If results go our way, we could finish top of the table, which would be a fantastic achievement in just our second year of competitive league rugby.

I hope you enjoy today’s game, support the players enthusiastically, and show respect to the officials. And finally, come on Henley!

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A WORD FROM THE DOR Welcome back to the Big Field today.

It feels like ages since we’ve been at home, and what a month April will be with two of our three remaining games here.

A warm welcome to Havant’s players, management, and supporters who have made the trip to Dorking today. I can assure you that you’ll experience a proper rugby day with us.

Even though our league positions are not close, I have the utmost respect for Havant and, of course, I remember what happened in our first-round fixture, where we left it a little late.

A special welcome as well to everyone from Jackson-Stops today. I still have a photo with Alan King from JS back in 2006 when they first sponsored Dorking RFC. I hope you all have a fantastic day, enjoying everything a longstanding sponsor of Dorking RFC should.

Our Under-11s are also here today, as we welcome a touring team from Old Silhillians RFC. I hope you all enjoy the day with us.

Let’s support the team proudly and get behind the boys as we head into the final month of league rugby!

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TODAY’S OPPONENTS - HAVANT This weekend, we welcome Havant RFC to The Big Field, another club with a rich history since its founding in 1951. Havant has been a well-established club in Hampshire rugby, with a proud history that includes 16 Hampshire Cup titles and notable achievements, such as reaching the last 16 of the John Player Cup in 1975/76—the first junior club to do so.

Havant’s home is at Hooks Lane, Bedhampton, where the club has steadily expanded its facilities. Their clubhouse, opened in 1955 by the Lady Mayoress of Portsmouth, has undergone multiple extensions, most recently in 1993, when an all-seater grandstand was added. Their history includes key milestones such as winning the Hampshire Cup for the first time in 1974/75 and maintaining their competitive edge ever since.

This season, Havant has proven to be a tough and determined side, consistently pushing opponents close. Their narrow 28-25 defeat to us earlier this season highlighted their resilience, and they will arrive at The Big Field eager to turn the result in their favour.

Currently sitting 13th, one spot and 12 points above the potential relegation zone, Havant are likely just a few points away from securing a second season back in National 2.

As always, we expect them to be a tough opponent today. Despite the expected sunshine, we anticipate another closely contested match at The Big Field.

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Saturday 7th

Saturday 1st

Saturday 24th

Saturday 14th

Men v Richmond | Pre-Season

Women v Belsize Park | Pre-Season

Saturday 31st

Men v Sutton & Epsom | Pre-Season Women v Chobham | Pre-season

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Men v Barnes | Nat 2 E Round 2 Festival of Rugby Weekend

Saturday 28th

Men v Bury St Edmunds | Nat 2 Rd 4

Women v East Grinstead | NC 2 Rd 7 Men v Colchester | Nat 2 Rd 20 Past Players Lunch

Men v Canterbury | Nat 2 Rd 13 Annual Christmas Ball

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Women v Crawley | NC 2 Rd 12 International Women’s Day

U22s v Old Reigatians Ben Regan Memorial

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2025 JANUARY

APRIL

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Men v Worthing | Nat 2 Rd 22 Saint Patrick’s Day

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Men v Havant | Nat 2 Rd 24 Retired Coaches Lunch

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Sunday 6th

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Men v Oxford H. | Nat 2 Rd 6 Oktoberfest Club Social

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NOVEMBER

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Saturday 2nd

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Sunday 9th

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COCK FACTS - DARAH CHAMBERS When did you join DRFC ?

I joined because my mate went to school with Jasper. He left Old Cats, and I decided to go with him.

If you had to drive from the Big Field to Land’s End, who from the club would you want in the car with you?

Tom Dobson – we’d just talk a load of rubbish the whole journey and have a laugh.

Who would be the last person you’d take?

Probably Jasper or Fin – we have different music tastes, and I prefer my music with lyrics.

What was your best memory in a Dorking shirt?

Making 13 tackles in 40 minutes against Guernsey in my first team debut. I think I got player of the match, but you’d have to ask Armand about that one!

Earliest DRFC Memory?

I wouldn’t say I have a specific rugby player in mind, as I don’t watch a lot of rugby. Instead, my earliest memories are of watching my dad play when I was younger and growing up in a rugby environment.

Rugby Inspiration?

My dad.

What do you like most about playing at DRFC? The best thing about the club is the people – both the players and the supporters.

COCK FACTS - TOM HARDWICK When did you join DRFC? This season—it’s an ambitious club, and I wanted to be part of it.

Baldwin—for his knowledge.

Colonel—because you need a bit of character in the car.

Earliest DRFC Memory?

Meeting Bealo and talking rugby facts during pre-season.

Who would be the last person you’d take?

Gaz (Gareth Stephens)—miserable and unreliable.

Rugby inspiration?

Nori Nadruku.

What was your best memory in a Dorking shirt?

The away win at Guernsey two weeks ago. Great travelling support, a big performance away from home, and a quality weekend.

What do you like most about playing at DRFC? A great bunch of coaches and lads.

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

Tom Howe—if he’s allowed out.

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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. What major event destroyed much of Havant in 1760?

An earthquake / A fire / A flood 2. What industry was Havant well known for in the past?

Shipbuilding / Parchment making / Coal mining 3. How many times has Havant RFC won the Hampshire Cup? 10 / 19 / 25 4. What is the name of Havant RFC’s women’s XV team?

The Waves / The Sirens / The Mermaids 5. Which player is making his return to the 1st XV today, having played and picked up an injury earlier in the season also against Havant?

Charlie Connor / Olly Rawlinson / Henry Anscombe 6. Which of Havant or Dorking has the largest population Havant / Dorking 7. Prior to their promotion to National 2 last season, when were Havant last playing at National 2 level 1998-99 / 2004-05 / 2008-09

8. Tomorrow our ladies 1st XV play their final game of the season, whilst their faith is not entirely theirs they still stand a chance of winning the league and clinching back to back title wins. Which other team is within contention of winning the league?

Seaford Scarlets / Guernsey Raiders / Worthing Warriors 9. Last weekend saw a flurry of ex-Colts return from university to pitch up for the 2nd XV bringing down the average age of the team considerably! Who is the youngest player in today’s playing squad (including travelling reserves)?

Tom Bristow / Theo Williamson / Olly Rawlinson 10. Who has scored the most tries for Dorking RFC this season?

Tom Howe / Toby McRae / Max Coyle

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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Scrum Half 33 yo | 24/25 Dorking Design & Build

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Tom Bristow

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Charlie Connor

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Tighthead Prop 32 yo | 21/22 Andy Webb

Jake Dobson

Tom Dobson

Harry Elbrow

Dan Gale

Tom Golder

Will Goodfellow

Daragh Chambers

Back Row 23 yo | 23/24 Applewood IT

Max Coyle

Fullback 28 yo | 21/22 Available to Sponsor

Full Back/Winger 25 yo | 24/25 Great Outdoor Fitness

Jonny Ellis

F. Fownes Walpole

Joel Grant

Matty Gwyther

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Second Row 21 yo | 24/25 Chily

Will Burroughs

Cameron Cowell

Arlo Copp

Prop 35 yo | 21/22 Available to Sponsor

Tom Bloomer

Tighthead Prop 27 yo | 0 caps | Youth Kevin Beal

Second/Back Row Second/Back Row 25 yo | Youth 24 yo | 24/25 Corfe Wealth Management Kevin Beal

Hooker 18 yo | 24/25 Available to Sponsor

Tighthead Prop 23 yo | 23/24 Reason Global

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Second Row 20 yo | 24/25 Reason Global

Second Row 22 yo | Youth Reason Global

Hooker 32 yo | Youth Janice & Graham McCarthy

Back Row 29 yo | Youth Available to Sponsor

Winger 22 yo | Youth Available to Sponsor

Back Row 21 yo | Youth Reason Global

A WORD FROM THE DOR PLAYERS

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Bryan Hotston

Craig Holland

Fly Half 32 yo | 23/24 Available to Sponsor

George Jackson

Bryan Karimanzira

Fullback 28 yo | 23/24 Available to Sponsor

Center/Winger 29 yo | 23/24 Duncan Vasey

Tom Howe

Steve Howorth

Jasper King

Mikey Macdonald

Ben Mackenzie

Adam Musa

Tom Nairn

Tyler Norwood

Second Row 33 yo | 17/18 Bob White

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Fly Half 25 yo | 24/25 Martin & Ali Webb

Scrum Half 27 yo | 21/22 Steve Major

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

Cameron Osborne Center/Winger 29 yo | Youth Bea

Olly Rawlinson Prop/Hooker 20 yo | Youth The Plough

Prop 18 yo | 23/24 Colin Taylor

Toby McRae

Second Row 27 yo | Youth Merv Overton, Ziggy

Scrum Half/Full Back Scrum Half/Full Back 29 yo | 22/23 22 yo | Youth Available to Sponsor Dorking Design & Build

Winger 26 yo | Youth Caroline Theobald

Hooker/Back Row 26 yo | 22/23 Sawkings Architects

Second Row 30 yo | 23/24 Reason Global

Number 8 23 yo | Youth Available to Sponsor

Finn Osborne

Callum Powell

Tom Powell

Ben Puttick

Number 8 25 yo | Youth Mistral Recruitment

Finn Rennles

Winger/Fullback 22 yo | Youth Reason Global

Fly Half 20 yo | 21/22 Reason Global

Prop 27 yo | 19/20 Available to Sponsor

Dan Riches

Will Sanders

Center/Winger 25 yo | 21/22 Reason Global

Winger 24 yo | 23/24 Available to Sponsor

Prop 44 yo | Youth Available to Sponsor

Will Scholes

Second/Back Row 30 yo | 22/23 Applewood IT

Club Captain

A WORD FROM THE DOR PLAYERS

Joe Scott

Max Sheldrake

Will Simpson Winger 18 yo | Youth The Plough

Henry Smith

Scrum Half 28 yo | 23 caps | Youth Alison & Mark Butcher

George Spreckley

Gareth Stephens

Zak Stephenson

Callum Watson

Gregg Wise

Theo Williamson

Prop Tighthead Prop 31 yo | 16/17 25 yo | Youth Available to Sponsor Lynn’s Inn Doggy Day Care

Center/Winger 23 yo | 24/25 The Kings

Tighthead Prop 19 yo | 23/24 Martin Ashford

Hooker 27 yo | 19/20 Efficiency IT

Winger 29 yo | 21/22 Reason Global

Naomi Brown

Lauren Carcey

Prop 33 yo | Youth Available to Sponsor

Winger 19 yo | 24/25 Available to Sponsor

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Charlotte Andrews

Esme Arundell

Lizzie Carcey

Backs Available to Sponsor

Backs Available to Sponsor

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Back Available to Sponsor

Nicolle Chambers

Alice Clark

Maddie Conway

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Center Available to Sponsor

Scrum Half Available to Sponsor

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A WORD FROM THE DOR PLAYERS

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Back Row Available to Sponsor

Tatiana Dupont

Backs Available to Sponsor

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Jessica Freeman

Iva Hardwick

Rachel Harrison

Kate Harvey

Maddy Hemsley

Rachel Higgins

Tamzin Kerslake

Steph Le Hur

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Fly Half Chily

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Yasmin Jones

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Second Row Red Engineering

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Scrum Half Available to Sponsor

Wing Available to Sponsor

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Patrick O’Grady

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Women’s Coach Available to Sponsor

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Women’s Coach Available to Sponsor

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DRFC’S ‘THROUGH THE KEYHOLE’ Courtesy of Club Captain Henry Smith, we’re now testing how well you know the key personalities at Dorking Rugby. The concept is simple: a series of photo clues from which you, the reader, must deduce this week’s featured club personality (or personalities). You’ll find the answers at the end of the programme.

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Old Albanians

A

W

28-43

28

3PM

Bury St Edmunds

H

W

47-27

5

3PM

Henley

A

W

5-34

12

3PM

Oxford Harlequins

H

W

36-7

19

3PM

Westcombe Park

A

W

31-40

26

3PM

Colchester

A

W

25-38

October

November 9

2:30PM

Sevenoaks

H

W

50-26

16

2PM

Worthing

A

W

34-61

7

3PM

Havant

A

W

25-28

14

2PM

Canterbury

H

L

34-35

21

2PM

Barnes

A

W

7-14

18

3PM

Bury St Edmunds

A

W

42-43 22-23

December

January

2PM

Henley

H

L

1

2PM

Guernsey

H

W

40-20

8

3PM

Oxford Harlequins

A

L

48-24

15

2:30PM

Westcombe Park

H

45-23

22

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Old Albanians

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1

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Colchester

H

W

42-26

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Sevenoaks

A

W

5-27

15

3PM

Worthing

H

W

65-12

22

3PM

Guernsey

A

W

29-31

5

3PM

Havant

H

12

3PM

Canterbury

A

26

3PM

Tonbridge Juddians

H

25

February

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PF

PA

PD

TB

LB

Pts

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20

0

3

839

499

340

20

1

101

Dorking

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18

0

5

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576

265

19

2

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475

239

17

6

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0

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773

584

189

15

3

78

Old Albanian

23

13

0

10

675

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35

16

5

73

Westcombe Park

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14

0

9

653

620

33

13

3

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Henley

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13

1

9

530

530

0

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5

67

Guernsey

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11

0

12

689

646

43

15

6

65

Bury St Edmunds

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10

0

13

784

765

19

19

10

64

Oxford Harlequins

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7

1

15

644

843

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14

4

48

Sevenoaks

23

8

0

15

540

676

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9

5

46

Havant

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7

1

15

593

759

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9

6

45

Colchester

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3

1

19

546

844 -298

14

5

33

Worthing

23

3

0

20

542

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31

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Jeremy Smith

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3

Max Sheldrake

3

Jarod Leat

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WIll Scholes C

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Joel Knight C

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16

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16

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18

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2. What industry was Havant well known for in the past?

Parchment making – Havant was famous for its high-quality parchment, used for important documents like the Treaty of Versailles.

3. How many times has Havant RFC won the Hampshire Cup? 19 – Havant RFC has won the Hampshire Cup 19 times, most recently in the 201718 season.

4. What is the name of Havant RFC’s women’s XV team?

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Charlie Connor. Charlie picked up a nasty arm injury on the 7th of December as we played away at Havant and is today making is return 4 months later.

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9. Last weekend saw a flurry of ex-Colts return from university to pitch up for the 2nd XV bringing down the average age of the team considerably!

Who is the youngest player in today’s playing squad (including travelling reserves)?

Olly Rawlinson – The return of ex-Colts from university lowered the team’s average age, with Olly Rawlinson being the youngest in the squad.

10. Who has scored the most tries for Dorking RFC this season?

Toby McRae – Toby McRae leads the try-scoring tally with 19 tries this season, followed by Max Coyle with 15 and Tom Howe with 14.

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