The Club has benefited from the goodwill of volunteers, their commitment never fails to amaze me; their passion, positivity, and sheer hard work that they put in, all of which is done to ensurethatallourmembersgetthebestexperience.Thereare waytoomanytoname,butyouknowwhoyouare.Thankyou all.
Sponsors play a crucial role in the running of the club and I’d like to thank our sponsors and all of our partners. Despite the challenging times they have remained committed to us and helped us provide the best facilities and experience to all our members. We could not survive without this support. If you would like to get involved and have your company brand and profile boosted through sponsorship and our social media programme,thenpleasecontactJohnWilliams.
Today we welcome Gosford All Blacks to Hailey Road, no strangersheresowelcomeoneandall.
Founded in May 1956 the Club has a rich history and regularly contributestothrillingencountersbothhereandattheirhome ground at Stratfield Brake. Last season they managed to pip Witney II to third place in the league and have begun this season’s campaign with a bonus point win against Chipping Norton. Running in 5 tries, two from Man of the Match Dan Hughes, obviously one to watch. They eventually secured the winat34–28.YouwillfindtheWitneyIIsteamsheetfurtheron intheprogramme.
Our Firsts and Thirds are on the road this weekend, to Stow on the Wold and Bicester respectively. Stow finished 2nd in their league last year but succumbed at home to Drybrook on the season’s opener, going down 17 – 40 at home. Let’s hope Witney can inflict some more of the same, good luck to both Teams.
Our Thirds run out against Bicester IIs. Counties III is already showing signs of strain with Bicester II’s game last week being declared a home win as Grove II failed to field a side. Harwell alsofailedtoturnoutagainstBuckinghamandsotheleagueis already under stress. The fact that Witney regularly turn out 3 adultmen’steamsaswellastheAngelsandalltheagegroups issomethingtobeveryproudof.
I sit and wait, Does an Angel contemplate my fate?
Watch the Witney Angels
@Hailey Road
Sun 22 Sep 2024
KO TBC
Witney Angels vs Silhillians Ladies
Sun 20 Oct 2024
KO TBC
Witney Angels vs Rugby Lionesses Ladies
Sun 24 Nov 2024
KO TBC
Witney Angels vs Old Northamptonians Ladies
Calling all Golden Oldies?
Veterans @ Hailey Road
Contrary to poular belief, you do not have to have:
Served in the Trenches of WWI Be over 60 with a pacemaker!
Although being either of those does not preclude you from playing, we do ask for a letter from your parent.
Witney Needs You!
The Reality is:
You have to be over 35 years old and have been a member of Witney RFC for at least 4 weeks before match day. Sound like this could be for you? Why not come along to Club training nights; Tuesdays and Thursdays.
If you need to ease back in gently, we have Walking and Touch Rugby on Thursday evenings.
Why not contact Simon Copperwheat on: +447904360561.
Wed 2nd October 1830 v Bicester. Hailey Road
Wed 13th November 1830 v Banbury. Away
Wed 4th December. 1830 v Gosford AB. Hailey Road
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Player Sponsors
A massive thank you to all our fabulous sponsors!
Charlie Bowyer
Callum Godfrey
WRFC “Wizzards” Walking Rugby
Barry Bowles & Tony Mayfield
Ben Ling Glenn Davies
james Merriman AK Timms
Tom Gafney Ian Loughborough
Marcus Reading Celestra
Cameron Ayris Milfield Contractors Ltd
Angus Brown Fowler Hicks Landscaping
Kerr Macdougall
Gareth Lewis
Harvey Wattleworth TW Fitness
Jasper Nixey
Rowles Roofing
Hayden Clarke Ready Set Solar
Connor Pummery Drive Engagement
Jack Strong Jason Strong Builders
Ollie Toner Drive Engagement
Dan Webb David Willis
Matt Webb Shaw & Co Solicitors
Sam Winstone Mike Dunbar
Callum Cope JC Landscaping
Gareth Jenkins Matt Delnevo
Daniel Wilson Matt Delnevo
Harry Ward
WRFC “wIZZARDS” Walking Rugby
Josh Whitehead J S Motors
Liam Cook J Brand
John Mason Adler & Allan
Mark Roberts Pole Position Scaffolding
Finn Ayris
Haysham Electrical Contractors
Witney Can Do Magic! Join The Witney Wizards
Witney RFC Walking Rugby.
The Witney Wizards is a group of older players, some with no previous rugby playing experience, all with one aim, to enjoy some fitness in a happy, social environment. We train once a week on Thursday evenings. Skills sessions, tactics, and competitive games, followed by a Supper Club and a social drink in our Hailey Road Clubhouse.
The Wizards welcome people of all ages and backgrounds; we do have female players but could always do with more.
The Wizards have played competitive matches at home and away, always draws a big crowd and above all else, is always fun. Think this is for you, why not come along and give it a Try!
Watch England take on the World in the Autumn Internationals at Hailey Road!
Saturday 02nd November
England vs New Zealand KO 15:10
Saturday 09th November
England vs Australia KO 15:10
Saturday 16th November
England vs South Africa KO 17:40
Sunday 24th November
England vs Japan KO 16:10
Chairman’s Lunches @Hailey Road
Saturday 12th October
Witney 1st XV v Gordano 1st XV
Saturday 16th November
Witney 1st XV v Weston-super-Mare 1st XV
Saturday 14th December
Witney 1st XV v Stow-on-the-Wold 1st XV
Saturday 18th January
Witney 1st XV v Swindon 1st XV
Saturday 8th March
Witney 1st XV v Thornbury 1st XV
Sample Menu
Farmhouse pate with homemade chutney, classic salad garnish
Belly pork with crispy crackling, mashed potato, caramelized apples, sauteed cabbage and kale
A selection of local cheese served with biscuits
Booking
To book a table or individual places please contact WRFC Chairman, Bob Fisk email: robertfisk@btinternet.com
Sponsors: All sponsors are welcome to attend, not all sponsorship packages include chairman’s lunch invites, therefore you may have to pay VP’s, Club Members & Guests: All welcome, price per lunch may vary between £30-35 per head
