PRESTON LODGE RFC MATCH DAY SATURDAYSEASON2022/23PROGRAMME3SEPTEMBER3PMTHEPENNYPIT V #OneClubOneCommunity #driveonpl
Welcome back to Preston Lodge and the Pennypit as the 2022/23 season gets underway. After a glorious summer I think everyone is ready to get back to a bit of rugby A new season to build our hopes for the coming campaign and look forward to all the best this great game of ours can deliver.
Simon Fairbairn PRESIDENT
Today we welcome Boroughmuir to the Pennypit. After a tough season last year they’ve joined us in National 2 but with their pedigree and experience of campaigns in National 1 this will be a great challenge to kick off our campaign.
Last year yielded a fifth place finish in the league which after two seasons lost to the pandemic was a great result; we started out focusing on simply securing our place in the league and ended up delivering a great string of results with many memorable games on route against some very tough competition. At no point though did we look in danger of dropping and instead at points the prospect of promotion was tantalisingly close. This season we find ourselves in great spirits with high hopes for the campaign ahead. A lot of hard work and prep has already been invested so we’re all primed to dive straight into the campaign ahead. Mark Steedman has stepped up to the Director of Rugby role, we’ve expanded our coaching team and a lot of hard yards have been put in the training field. Again, we continue our programme of investment in the game with new rucking shields, turtle pads, crash pads, step ladders and even GPS all lined up to help us get the best out of training. This has undoubtedly helped all our teams train harder and more effectively and our senior team has never been in better shape. The road ahead is looking positive. However, before the season properly gets underway, it goes without saying, a huge thank to you the many, many people for all the support they give in making the club what it is. To our generous sponsors, a hard working committee, the volunteers and parents who give up time to help out and of course all the players from the youngest mini to the oldest senior player To you all, you have my deepest thanks. Without your tireless support and contribution, none of this would be possible. So here’s to the season ahead, with high hopes, big ambitions, and a big does of optimism for what this year’s campaign will bring.
Jack Pollard sponsored by T.ward Shipping Ltd Arran Wilson Chris Dixon Alasdair Bain Jack Gordon (C) sponsored by Pat & Gerry O’Brien Liam Habib Scott Thomson sponsored by Signature Security Solutions Euan Smart Eck Allan sponsored by WBA BB Criminal Defence Solicitors Greg Alexander Gus Williams available to sponsor Scott McDowall Scott Clark sponsored by East Air Conditioning Iain Martin
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Dale Gordon available to sponsor Gavin Inkster
Paul Dixon sponsored by Colin & Ann Marie Dixon Henderson
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Raymond Mackie sponsored by Dynamic Property Solutions Duncan McKinstray James Johnstone Sponsored by Rod Allan Hamish Stevens
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Aaron Morton Patrick Atkinson
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Paul Glynn sponsored by Glynn & Guiney Families Ben Somerville Luke Reynolds sponsored by Archie McEwen Lewis Robinson Harris Weir sponsored by The Weir Family Alistair Dalling Scott Brown sponsored by The Brown Family Scott Richards
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Finlay Hughes
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Jamie Gallagher sponsored by Frank & Gillian Gallagher Jack Robertson Blair Robertson sponsored by Brian Robertson Calum Anderson
Sponsored by Dynamic Property Solutions Finlay Devine
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PROUDLY SUPPORTING PRESTON LODGE RFC
Proud sponsor of Jack Pollard
Last season was a real crazy one. Coming back after COVID, no team really knew where they stood. After a long discussion our key aim was to survive in the league given a few players and coaches had moved on. That suddenly took a turn after a great win against promotion favourites, Stew Mel and we embarked on a 7 game unbeaten run. This really showed what great character and team spirit we had last season. Unfortunately, we just missed out on promotion but finished strongly in 5th with some great wins to remember. This season we will be looking for a higher place finish and hopefully pushing for promotion. We have had outstanding commitment from the boys at training and great to see some familiar faces return to the club with a good number of colts coming through. We’ve set our standards and team goals about where we want to be and get to over the next few years. I feel this really showed against premiership Musselburgh; taking the win in the Jardine cup. This meant a lot to us and the club. We also have a great coaching environment with Steedy, Clydie, Davie and Brady continuing their roles also the bonus of spud (John Anderson) & Blair Cowan helping with scrum, lineout and breakdown work, and Fraser Woods coming in as our media manager and fellow team manager. The work these guys have put in should not go unnoticed. It has been nothing short of outstanding. We are mainly a very young team with some experienced heads which is great, but more importantly we have a lot of boys who are hungry to learn and improve. We are pushing hard to get out 2 competitive teams this year and looking to give you all something to cheer about . As always, your support it’s massively appreciated, and we would all love to see as many of you down at the Pennypit on match day.
On behalf of all senior players and our coaching tea, I would like to welcome you to Pennypit Park.
Thanks again, Jack JACK GORDON
CAPTAIN’S MESSAGE
Mini SundaySectionmorning at The Pennypit is the place to be for fun, engaging rugby sessions. Sessions are open to all kids P1 P7 and help build teamwork, communication, co ordination, balance, throwing, catching and problem solving. Follow our socials, @prestonlodgerfc, @plpirates for full details. Most sessions are 10.30 11.30 am, Sundays at The Pennypit. Drop us a message anytime at prestonlodgeminirugby@gmail.com Davy & Lynsey Scott Mini Rugby Convenors
The youth boys’ programme is now in full swing as is the mini section. All squads are back at training and The School of Rugby at the high school has restarted. We have a major increase in numbers for The School of Rugby across all age groups which is fantastic. We plan to run programmes at the primary schools as soon as possible. Each age group now has a programme to work on this term leading up to Christmas. Some of our boys are currently playing at representational level with East Lothian Falcons. One of the lads is currently with the Scotland U18 squad which is a fantastic achievement. Our aim for the season is to keep developing skills and increasing numbers within age groups.
Dom Coertzer
The School of Rugby programme continues in partnership with Preston Lodge High School. This is a long established relationship on which we continue to build. Anyone looking to join the squads or get involved with the School of Rugby can drop me a message at plrfcdevofficer@gmail.com.
Rugby Development Officer
Continuing supporting Preston Lodge RFC. great season.
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AVOLUNTEERShugethank
Please ensure you send Carol a completed form to help ensure your details are up to date and we comply with data protection issues.
SPONSORSHIP @ PLRFC Debbie Hare our Business Development Manager, plrfcbusiness@gmail,com is always happy to discuss our sponsorship package We can all do our bit by networking across our personal and professional contacts.
Book seats on the away team bus via our Facebook page or speak to Gemma.
PLRFC ON TOUR
you to everyone who offers their help at Preston Lodge RFC. It takes a huge effort to manage a rugby club & it’s impossible without you. Please give us a shout if you can help in any way.
are available now. Drop Carol Quinn a message with any queries, plrfcmemberbership@gmail.com.
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The clubhouse can be booked for a variety of events including birthdays, engagements, weddings, baby showers, gender reveals and many more. Drop our diary coordinator a message at plrfcgrangebookings@gmail.com
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Jack Gordon (C) Pat & Gerry O’Brien Finlay Hughes (VC) Dynamic Property Solutions Jack Pollard T ward shipping Ltd Luke Reynolds Archie McEwan Blair Robertson Brian Robertson Paul Glynn The Glynns & Guineys Morgan Foulner Prestongrange Decor James Johnstone Rod Allan Jordan Hare Shampoodles Dog Grooving Raymond Mackie Dynamic Property Solutions Paul Dixon Colin & Anne-Marie Dixon Scott Thomson Signature Security Solutions Scott Clark East Air Conditioning Jamie Gallagher Frank & Gillian Gallagher Ryan Clark Karen & David Clark Scott Brown Sheila & Billy Brown Allan Whittingham Jo Kipps Jack Quinn Dean Quinn Eck Allan WSA BB Criminal Defence Lawyers Cameron Simpson J Hastie & Son Blair Cowan East Air Conditioning Ciaran Foulner Prestongrange Decor Harris Weir Weir Family Ali Steele Stan Murray Zmijewskli PLAYER SPONSOR BOARD 2022/23 Drop us a message if you would like to sponsor a player plrfcbusiness@gmail.com
Proudly sponsoring Scott Thomson
GIRLS’ RUGBY AT PRESTON LODGE RFC
Our girls continue to grow as a squad playing across U14, U16 & U18 age groups. This is one of the fastest growing areas of the game. Last season our U16s made it all the way to Murrayfield as Scottish Cup finalists .
WHAT AN ACHIEVEMENT!! The squads generally train Mondays & Wednesdays. Drop the coaches an email for further details eastlothiangirlsrugby@gmail.com
Proudly sponsoring Morgan & Ciaran Foulner
Proud sponsor of Jordan Hare
FUNCTIONS AT PRESTON LODGE RFC Celebrate in our fantastic function suite. EngagementsPartiesHenParties Stag Parties CommunityGenderBabyWeddingsShowersRevealsRetirementsFundraisersEvents Email: plrfcgrangebookings@gmail.com
THEMED TEEPEE SLEEPOVERS KIDS WEDDING CORNERS SPECIAL CELEBRATION TEEPEES GARDEN PICNIC TEEPEES PROUD TO BE SUPPORTING THE PLRFC MATCH DAY MASCOTS
Look out for a new special available soon The Trailer Trash Team will donate £1 per burger to Kit 4 Kids Which PLRFC is supporting this season FOLLOW ON OUR @TRAILERTRASHSOCIALS
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back in the clubhouse. Wed – Sun 8.30am-4pm Morrison’s Haven Prestonpans
you for supporting food for today’s post match for both
Thank squads
THE BIG COMMUNITY PASS CHALLENGE 2022
