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Cath Parker is going to have her head shaved in ASDA Tamworth at 1.30 pm on Saturday 22/12/01 in support of Breast Cancer. Please contact the club if you wish to make a contribution.

Tamworth Rugby Club, and its association with local business.

The First XV kit will be fully sponsored this year, leaving more money to be distributed throughout the club.

It is essential for the club to attract sponsorship to promote the club within Tamworth and therefore attract new players to support an existing strong Squad.

It's a sad fact, but with the reduction in Schools Rugby the amount of people actually being introduced to the game is falling. Tamworth is reversing that trend with a successful and thriving Junior Section.

I was speaking to the Area Manager of Frankie and Benny's, Simon Sanderson, He was impressed with the focus and direction reflected in Keith Borthwick's article in the April Issue of the Newsletter.

It is clear that Frankie and Benny's are pleased with the response they have had from the promotion they have run with us and they are eager to continue it for the foreseeable future.

They have agreed a certain level of financial support for next season but are awaiting confirmation of a refurbishment of the towns restaurant before committing themselves.

The ability to show a benefit of being associated with the club is important in the current climate .The reputation gained from proving the worth of the advertisement is reflected in the advertisers continued interest and their intention to increase its business with us.

Charlie Patten

Commercial Manager

Tamworth's First XV Kit Sponsor

I have great pleasure in welcoming Ian Walker of the Tamworth Arms to the club as the First XV sponsor for the season 2001/2002.

Ian supports many other local sports teams, at both senior and junior levels. He is now keen to be able to contribute to the success of Tamworth Rugby Club.

Having recently refurbished the bar and restaurant aspect of the premises it is his intention to extend the premises and increase the capacity for accommodation We look forward to ensuring that Ian's involvement with Tamworth Rugby Club will be both enjoyable and beneficial.

Chris Plaskitt

Chairman

Tamworth's Future

Like most players at Tamworth Rugby Club I have been fortunate enough to enjoy playing rugby and making friends. With this in mind I began searching for a way to continue my involvement in a game, as I was approaching the end of my playing career.

Having twin sons, John and Daniel approaching the age of 6, I started training and coaching. That was 6yrs ago. As they grew older my commitment to the Junior Section has increased. Having served as a Junior Committee member for 3/4 yrs I was elected as the Chairman.

I have seen a steady growth in the number of boys and some girls enjoying Mini Rugby, we now have about 150 youngsters enjoying Rugby Football in a safe and appropriately supervised environment. We can now provide rugby for under 8's, 9's, 12's, 14's 15's, 17's and Colts.

We are organized, disciplined and operate a code of conduct that is to be observed by both players and parents. We also have identified aims;

I hope this gives you a brief insight into the future of Tamworth Rugby Club and I look forward to seeing you soon. KB

Keith Borthwick

TRFC Mission Statement

To provide rugby football for all players and spectators irrespective of age or ability in a safe and friendly environment.