Plymouth Albion
Ins and Out 2013
By Igwok
April 18 2013
Backs | ||
| Bevon Armitage Centre | Confirmed departure | In his second season at albion, a regular and popular player, Bevon has scored 2 tries but accrued 3 yellows. Despite winning the Players' Player of the Season Bevon has been released. Bevon and Paul are released |
| Jack Arnott Wing | Dual Registered from Exeter | A regular at the start of the season, the young DR player has been on International duties towards the end of the season. A return is not anticipated. |
| Paul Bailey Utility Back | Retiring | After 3 years with Albion has chosen to end his rugby career to concentrate on teaching. Paul Bailey on his decision to retire |
| Joe Bartlett Scrum Half | No Information | Featured twice in the B&I Cup. Loaned to Taunton. |
| Tom Bowen Wing | Confirmed Re-signing | First season at Albion he has made the No 11 shirt his own, scoring 8 tries in the process and scooping up the Mike Turner Young Player of the Season award. Herald expects… Video of Tom in action |
| Declan Cusack Fly Half | Confirmed Re-signing | A mid-season signing from Gernika, Spain, the former Munster fly-half has taken over the kicking duties for the club. Harrison & Declan sign on |
| Rauiri Cushion Scrum Half | Confirmed Re-signing | An Albion 'veteran' having served 4 years in an Albion shirt, Rauiri has taken on the mantle of matchday captain In the latter part of the season. Revealed he considered hanging up his boots, but will be sticking to the task for another season. Should I stay or should I go now |
| Jamie Davies Winger | New Signing | Now confirmed, Jamie moves from Cardiff having previously played for Neath Interview with the Herald Watch this through to about 3 minutes in and it starts to look familiar… |
| Chris Elder Centre / Full Back | New Signing | Albion finally confirm the signing of the Esher and former Wasps academy player. Elder signs… In action… |
| Keni Fisilau Centre | Confirmed departure | The perennial hitman, sadly, the popular Tongan will no longer be a feature at Albion - looking to fulfill a player-coach role at Newton Abbot. South-Sea islanders to depart |
| Freddie Gabbitass Fly Half | No Information | A loan player from Barnstaple, featured in the B&I away fixture at Rotherham. |
| Toby Howley-Berridge Centre | Confirmed Re-signing | Re-signed on the recommendation of Nat, the 23 year-old feature regularly in his first season at Albion Two more re-sign for Albion |
| Sam Jones Utility Back | Departed | The young utility back returned to Newton Abbot in January after a couple of appearances in the B&I Cup. Jones heads for Newton Abbot |
| Ed Lewsey Scrum Half | No Information | Came on as substitute in the Pirates fixture. Currently Director of rugby at British School Al Khubairat which could be useful. |
| Rhodri McAtee Full Back / Wing | Confirmed departure | Joining Albion from the Pirates last season, the Welsh 7s player has scored 6 tries this season. However EQP restrictions means no place at the inn for Rhodri. Will return to Redruth in a player-coach capacity. Rhodri confirms departure Redruth sign McAtee |
| Louis Messer Full Back | Confirmed Re-signing | Sadly spent much of the season recovering from injury, will be looking to show his abilities next year at Albion. |
| Dan Mugford Fly Half | New Signing | The former Ivybridge Community College pupil returns to the Westcountry after stints at London Scottish and Cambridge. Trio sign, Jamie Released |
| Pale Nonu Centre | New Signing | Formerly of Mounts Bay, Launceston and Rotherham the veteran New Zealander returns to the Westcountry bringing experience to the back line. |
| Lewis Patterson Centre / Wing | Triallist | Joining Albion on trial from Launceston, Lewis bagged 17 tries last season. Curiously, Lewis was previously linked with Albion back in December, suggesting someone has keeping an eye on him. BBC report from December |
| Paul Roberts Fly Half | Confirmed departure | The sole Drewett signing from last season, Paul has been the first choice No 10 for much of the season. Bevon and Paul are released |
| Paul Rowley Scrum Half | Confirmed Re-signing | In his second season at Albion, Paul has shared the scrum-half position with Rauri, featuring more as a replacement towards the end of the season. 3 more sign up (Matavesi Determined) |
| James Shanahan Centre | New DOR | Our new DOR says he doesn't expect to play but will be a registered player - so technically… Whatever his decision, he can keep Eoghan company. |
| Henry Slade Fly Half / Full Back | Dual Registered from Exeter | Played regulaly for the first part of the season, but not at his favoured position of 10. International duties and recalls to his primary club have kept him away from Albion. A return is not anticipated. |
| Heath Stevens Centre | New Signing | After 3 seasons with Coventry the 21 year old is reported to be on his way to Brickfields Albion announce two signings |
| Lewis Warner Wing | Confirmed Re-signing | Has become a regular on the wing although only has 1 try to his name. Thoroughly earned his new contract. Ien and Lewis put pen to paper |
| Ben Woods Centre / Full Back | New Signing | Signed on along with Pale, the 23 year old is a product of the Leinster Academy. |
Forwards | ||
| Jack Andrew Prop | Confirmed departure | During his second season at Albion, the former Chiefs academy player has been a regular in the No.1 shirt - apart from an enforced layoff. Departure announced at the End of Season Lunch. |
| Ien Ashcroft-Leigh Lock | Confirmed Re-signing | In total 14 appearances, Ien seemed to lose out in the selection process as the season developed. However he seems to have impressed Nat who has recommended his re-signing. Ien and Lewis put pen to paper |
| Brett Beukeboom Lock | Confirmed Re-signing | In his first season at Albion, Brett has developed into a stand out player. Certainly an asset for next season. Two more re-sign for Albion |
| Alex Brown Prop | Dual Registered from Exeter | Three brief appearances for Albion has interrupted his time with the Chiefs. Has resigned with Exeter for 2013/14. A return is not anticipated. |
| Aaron Carpenter No 8 | Confirmed departure | Our first choice No 8 has chosen the Pirates as the place to continue his career next season. Our top try scorer with 10 will be a loss to the club. Aaron signs for the Pirates |
| Will Carrick-Smith Lock | Dual Registered from Exeter | The tall lock from Exeter only made 5 appearances for Albion - all in the B&I cup. Expected to continue on DR basis. |
| Luke Cowan-Dickie Prop/Hooker | Dual Registered from Exeter | Previously dual registered with the Pirates, Luke has featured in only 12 Albion fixtures, switching from Prop to Hooker in the process. Expected to continue on DR basis. |
| Tom Cowan-Dickie Hooker | Dual Registered from Exeter | Having spent the previous 2 seasons at the Pirates, Tom is an often used replacement accruing 19 appearances for the club. Expected to continue on DR basis. |
| Gareth Evans Hooker | New Signing | After a season at LW injury and Navy commitments has left Gareth a long way down the pecking list at Welsh. Return confirmed in Sunday Independent & Herald. Report on Gareth's return Trio sign, Jamie Released |
| Lloyd Fairbrother Prop | Dual Registered from Exeter | Another previously dual registered with the Pirates, Lloyd has featured regularly in the starting line-up and has finished the season strongly. Expected to continue on DR basis. |
| Eoghan Grace Flanker | New Signing | Our first new signing for next season sees the return to the Westcountry of Eoghan after two seasons at Connaught. The former Chief is rumoured to have a bit of pace on him and claims ownership of the title of Munster Academy Player of the Year 2009. First New Signing for 2013/14 Ancient History |
| Tom Harrison Prop | New Signing | Off for 3 months of specialist coaching in NZ following a season at french side FC Auch Gers, the young prop will return to British shores to play for Albion. Albion announce two signings |
| Sam Hocking Flanker | Confirmed departure | After 3 seasons at Albion, moving on to explore life beyond the Westcountry. Some club is is line to get a very good player. |
| Ryan Hopkins Prop | Departed | Ever present since 2004, Ryan left the club early on in the Season to concentrate on his studies |
| Sam Matavesi Flanker | Confirmed Re-signing | His second stint at Albion Sam has worked hard to earn himself a place in the squad and any honours he wins will be well deserved. Herald expects… Matavesi Determined |
| David Morton Prop | Confirmed Re-signing | An interchangable prop the former scottish U20 player has chalked up 23 appearances in his 4th season with Albion. Eventually confirmed as re-signing. Trio sign, Jamie Released |
| Rupeni Nasiga Lock | Confirmed departure | Reported to be returning to Fiji. Injuries and fitness issues perhaps denied the Albion faithful the best he could offer, South-Sea islanders to depart |
| Rhys Oakley No 8/F. Coach | New Signing | The welsh international will bring experience to the back of the scrum as well as fulfilling the role of forwards coach - a position desperately lacking last season. From the BBC |
| James Phillips No 8 | Loan from Exeter | Coming on as a substitute in the Newcastle game. James is being given game time to assist with his recovery from injury. A return is not anticipated. |
| Ben Rogers Prop | Confirmed Re-signing | In his second year at Albion, Ben has broken into the matchday squad, sharing the propping duties with Jack through the latter half of the season 3 more sign up (Matavesi Determined) |
| Jamie Salter Hooker | Confirmed departure | Jamie is released by the club after struggling to break into the matchday squad. Trio sign, Jamie Released |
| Matt Sheilds Prop | New Signing | The 22 year old England Counties forward is looking to impress after joining Albion from Nottingham. Herald |
| Wayne Sprangle Flanker | Confirmed departure | Also retiring from Championship Rugby. Looking at becoming a player-coach elsewhere. Wayne steps down from Championship |
| Sean-Michael Stephen Back Row | Confirmed Re-signing | The Canadian International re-signed along with Herbie way back in November. Now in his 5th year, and claiming the Herald's Player of the Season twice, Sean will become the longest serving active player next season. Sean & Herbie sign new contracts |
| Herbie Stupple Back Row | Confirmed Re-signing | With Sean committed his future to Albion way back in November signing a 2 year contract. A crowd favourite. Injury in the second game of the season resulted in a long absence Sean & Herbie sign new contracts |
| Harrison Tovey Lock | Confirmed Re-signing | 19 appearances and 1 try, the former Clifton player has also been used in back row. Harrison & Declan sign on Seriously pink |
| Jon Vickers Hooker | Confirmed departure | The number one choice as hooker, Jon has made 24 appearances this season, bagging himself a brace of tries. Having claimed the Club's Player of the Season award, he will be playing for Nottingham next season. |
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Discussion started by Unofficial Plymouth Albion (IP Logged), 18/04/2013 19:53
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Comprehensive list Igwok, well done. God knows where you get all those details from or perhaps your memory is a lot better than mine.
Semper Sersum.
Semper Sersum.
Not quite - the lads from the Warriors are to be included - need to track down some info first
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My body is a temple - I desecrate it every day
Good work, fella! As the season comes to a conclusion, the rugby will no longer be the focus and squad re-structuring/composition will come to the fore. Thanks for putting out some facts and informed opinion.
Doubtless, the Club will endeavour to manage the whole process for the duration of the summer, maximising the media exposure right up until the first competitive fixture of 2013/14. With the new Head Coach and Press Officer in place, let's hope we can "keep it real".
Come cheer up, my lads - 'tis to glory we steer!
Doubtless, the Club will endeavour to manage the whole process for the duration of the summer, maximising the media exposure right up until the first competitive fixture of 2013/14. With the new Head Coach and Press Officer in place, let's hope we can "keep it real".
Come cheer up, my lads - 'tis to glory we steer!
It looks like plenty of opportunity for Shanahan to stamp his own mark on the team.
Act your shoe size not your age!
Act your shoe size not your age!
Seems a little bit aggressive - or is it out of context?
My body is a temple - I desecrate it every day
My body is a temple - I desecrate it every day
Quote:Igwok
Not quite - the lads from the Warriors are to be included - need to track down some info first
Good stuff Igwok. Will you be adding another colour for new recruits?
... Jack Andrews departure announced at End of Season do.
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Aaarrrrggggghh! But we can't yet say what team it is!
"How many more times,Ref?"
"How many more times,Ref?"
Still no confirmation of the club, but here's the Herald take on Jack Andrew:
thisisplymouth
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thisisplymouth
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The list is growing. I thort most of the squad were going to stay. Guess it gives Shanners chance to bring in his own signings ?
Jethro, the Ladies have stayed here, and barring unforeseen circumstances, will carry on as Albion. It was the Girls U15 and U18 teams that moved on.
24/04/2013 08:48
I think jack will be heading to the pirates they are losing a few props
Statement from the club:
Plymouth Albion today confirmed that 24 year hooker Jon Vickers has signed for Championship rivals Nottingham.
Vickers who has 28 appearances for Albion this season played for the Championship XV against the New Zealand Maori. Albion wish Jon all the best for his future career.
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Plymouth Albion today confirmed that 24 year hooker Jon Vickers has signed for Championship rivals Nottingham.
Vickers who has 28 appearances for Albion this season played for the Championship XV against the New Zealand Maori. Albion wish Jon all the best for his future career.
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We seem very short on front rowers.
I hope we will not be relying on dual registered players who can be recalled at a moments notice.
I hope we will not be relying on dual registered players who can be recalled at a moments notice.
I would imagine that Vickers signed for Notts before the news of their financial woes.
Good luck to him.
Shanners may have a bigger job on his hands recruiting than he at first thought...
Good luck to him.
Shanners may have a bigger job on his hands recruiting than he at first thought...
According to Herald - Sam Matavesi, Ben Rogers and Paul Rowley have now signed up for next season...
Herald Report
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Herald Report
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What about Tom, no news on whether he has signed,I think he is the best winger we have had since Tom Arscott.
"Confirmation" that JA is on his way to CPs:
thisisplymouth
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26/04/2013 15:53
seems like a few from the lower leagues could be heading our way.
From one of the Esher stalwarts on rolling-maul:
"Chris Elder to Plymouth Albion
Elder the big loss and a big gain for Albion. Excellent player with a big future!"
Nothing on Official Esher right now, apart from him replacing Arran Cruickshanks in today's final N1 game at Molesey Road...
Come cheer up, my lads - 'tis to glory we steer!
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"Chris Elder to Plymouth Albion
Elder the big loss and a big gain for Albion. Excellent player with a big future!"
Nothing on Official Esher right now, apart from him replacing Arran Cruickshanks in today's final N1 game at Molesey Road...
Come cheer up, my lads - 'tis to glory we steer!
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27/04/2013 15:03
told you they were coming a few more to be announced shortly!!
More on Chris Elder "through the grapevine". Presumably he is Paul Bailey's replacement:
"Excellent signing for you. Was with Wasps in 11/12, released by them to our surprise. Big, quick, great hands and a good kicker. Has played 10,12,13,15 for us and may well make the N1 dream team. I think he is one of the best prospects at 20 that I've seen at this level. I presume Shanners hand is behind this signing!"
Sounds better than a poke in the eye with a sharp stick...
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"Excellent signing for you. Was with Wasps in 11/12, released by them to our surprise. Big, quick, great hands and a good kicker. Has played 10,12,13,15 for us and may well make the N1 dream team. I think he is one of the best prospects at 20 that I've seen at this level. I presume Shanners hand is behind this signing!"
Sounds better than a poke in the eye with a sharp stick...
Come cheer up, my lads - 'tis to glory we steer!
added his 'YouTube' CV above
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My body is a temple - I desecrate it every day
A reassuring move - and full marks to RC for making the commitment to Albion.
Come cheer up, my lads - 'tis to glory we steer!
Come cheer up, my lads - 'tis to glory we steer!
BEVON ARMITAGE and Paul Roberts are the latest big name players to depart Plymouth Albion. See here
03/05/2013 08:49
Oh no! Just as I was beginning to recognise the players they depart! Oh well have to start again!!!
I will be sorry to see Bevon go a real 100% player.
Paul's kicking was the problem this season. if we had a reliable kicker in another position he could have got by, but with no other option his future was on the line.
Paul's kicking was the problem this season. if we had a reliable kicker in another position he could have got by, but with no other option his future was on the line.
Likewise sorry to see Bevon go and to some extent Paul - I think he was put in a difficult position when kicking is not his forte.
Possibly some experience coming to arrive in the shape of Pale Nonu, although Redruth are also in the running for that signature.
Does seem like we will be shedding a lot of experience from the backs, but from the 'phrasing' does sound like the last of the departures. Let's see how wrong I can be.
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Possibly some experience coming to arrive in the shape of Pale Nonu, although Redruth are also in the running for that signature.
Does seem like we will be shedding a lot of experience from the backs, but from the 'phrasing' does sound like the last of the departures. Let's see how wrong I can be.
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If I were to choose between Bevon and Nonu, Bevon would come out way on top.
Personally, I think just being a an enormous truck is not enough at this level.
Personally, I think just being a an enormous truck is not enough at this level.
So to date , positional wise we look a bit thin on
Props (more so if davy morton is not available )
Hooker
Back-row
fly half (Mr mugford available ???????) Cornish Chief could shed some light ????
centre
wing / fullback dependent on Louis & Declan ???????
Plymouth Bred ,Plymouth Born.
C'mon Albiiioooonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn.
Props (more so if davy morton is not available )
Hooker
Back-row
fly half (Mr mugford available ???????) Cornish Chief could shed some light ????
centre
wing / fullback dependent on Louis & Declan ???????
Plymouth Bred ,Plymouth Born.
C'mon Albiiioooonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn.
I got an impression that Bevan wasn't all that happy with the way some people have been treated, and he may have had some personality issues off the park with ' management '. I am not surprised he is going, but very disappointed.
We usually lose one third of the squad and with everything that's happened in the last 18 months, more changes are only to be expected. I have to say I am surprised at the number of times Debbie is quoted. Our CEO has never been that involved in these decisions previously ( so far as I know ).
We usually lose one third of the squad and with everything that's happened in the last 18 months, more changes are only to be expected. I have to say I am surprised at the number of times Debbie is quoted. Our CEO has never been that involved in these decisions previously ( so far as I know ).
'simples' GoD did not want you to know any thing.
Any way does it matter who makes and tells us. All I have heard on these pages in the past in the past is the endless moans 'nobody tells us any thing' make up your mind folks.
Any way does it matter who makes and tells us. All I have heard on these pages in the past in the past is the endless moans 'nobody tells us any thing' make up your mind folks.
From rolling-maul.com, Dan Collier signed to Ealing Trailfinders.
Come cheer up, my lads - 'tis to glory we steer!
Come cheer up, my lads - 'tis to glory we steer!
Good find SA - really liked Dan and had an unfortunate injury period. Look forward to seeing him back at Brickfields next season!
From rolling-maul.com, Keni has signed to Newton Abbot.
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Come cheer up, my lads - 'tis to glory we steer!
2 more for the pot
Declan Cusack and Harrison Tovey agree terms
Also Herald speculating on London Scottish's Dan Mugford.
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Declan Cusack and Harrison Tovey agree terms
Also Herald speculating on London Scottish's Dan Mugford.
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Very pleased about these two, I'm hoping that Declan can do a job for Albion that has been lacking in recent years for me.
Also when he and Rauri start talking in Gaelic he should have an advantage there as well.
Semper Sersum.
Also when he and Rauri start talking in Gaelic he should have an advantage there as well.
Semper Sersum.
Inside centre / wing from Coventry ??????????
H.S.
Plymouth Bred , Plymouth Born.
C'mon Albiiioooonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn.
H.S.
Plymouth Bred , Plymouth Born.
C'mon Albiiioooonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn.
Just seen an Esher player at the gym, (wearing full kit)by the looks of him a 2nd row. There are no team pics on their site ( its upto date,)so can't give you a name.
"How many more times,Ref?"
"How many more times,Ref?"
According to the Independent he was probably Chris Elder a centre who according to the Esher site is joining Albion, also mentioned were Pale Nanu ex C.A.B's who has been playing for Rotherham Titans for the last two seasons and we have also been linked with Dan Mugford, fly half, a former Ivybridge Community College currently with L.S. and he also played with Shanners at Cambridge
Semper Sersum.
Semper Sersum.
Here's your H.S. as indicated, B.P.
[www.plymouthherald.co.uk]
Semper Sersum.
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[www.plymouthherald.co.uk]
Semper Sersum.
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Crib from the rolling maul site
"Good luck to Pale & family in Plymouth, I really enjoyed watching him for Roth where if you overlook the one thing he conspicuously can't do (go past people at pace) you get a tremendous defender, good hands, a bruising runner and a great teammate."
"Pale Nonu is a good signing for Plymouth. Albion consistently know what it takes to stay in this league, and by signing a player like Pale they prove that. He makes the hard yards and is a rock definitively. Its perhaps a signal that those expecting plymouth to play expansive rugby will be disappointed though."
"Surely Nonu can be an attacking weapon, getting over the gainline and attracting defenders (he's a big unit) and creating space for others to run off him. So not necessarily an indication that Albion won't be playing expansive rugby."
These are comments from other clubs and may give us an insight into the man, seems good to me.
Semper Sersum.
"Good luck to Pale & family in Plymouth, I really enjoyed watching him for Roth where if you overlook the one thing he conspicuously can't do (go past people at pace) you get a tremendous defender, good hands, a bruising runner and a great teammate."
"Pale Nonu is a good signing for Plymouth. Albion consistently know what it takes to stay in this league, and by signing a player like Pale they prove that. He makes the hard yards and is a rock definitively. Its perhaps a signal that those expecting plymouth to play expansive rugby will be disappointed though."
"Surely Nonu can be an attacking weapon, getting over the gainline and attracting defenders (he's a big unit) and creating space for others to run off him. So not necessarily an indication that Albion won't be playing expansive rugby."
These are comments from other clubs and may give us an insight into the man, seems good to me.
Semper Sersum.
34 years of age , maybe closer to 35 ????
Plymouth Bred ,Plymouth Born.
C'mon Albiiioooonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn.
Plymouth Bred ,Plymouth Born.
C'mon Albiiioooonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn.
As a footnote to the Oakley news the WMN provides the shopping list for the remaining 'wants':-
"Shanahan is still looking to bring in "five or six" more players to Albion, with a prop, one or two hookers, a fly-half, a full-back and a wing on his list. He hopes to have his squad finalised in the next ten days"
PS - does anyone know what has happened to Jamie Salter & David Morton?
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"Shanahan is still looking to bring in "five or six" more players to Albion, with a prop, one or two hookers, a fly-half, a full-back and a wing on his list. He hopes to have his squad finalised in the next ten days"
PS - does anyone know what has happened to Jamie Salter & David Morton?
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24/05/2013 14:41
Salter still teaching in PLYMOUTH, imho not up to standard did little last year. Thought the 2 devon hookers in the Tamar cup showd that. Moreton worth having much improved last year.
Interesting to read that Shanners is expecting Fairbrother, Cowen-Dickie2 and Carrick-Smith to be back with us as dual registered 
next season from a total of 5 - but no mention of Slade (who was away so much playing for England U20 and Chuffs to be of any meaningful use for most of the season anyway) so I wonder who/which position the 5th player will be.
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next season from a total of 5 - but no mention of Slade (who was away so much playing for England U20 and Chuffs to be of any meaningful use for most of the season anyway) so I wonder who/which position the 5th player will be.
Run like a Rampaging Rhino - It is BIG and it is Clever
Heeeeeeeaaaaavvvveee
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Shanners spelled out his view of DR on Thu evening - they are "bonus players" and he "will not be dictated to by the loaning club" (especially as regards position). On all occasions, he would pick a 22 man squad to "win games" (including B&I ties). That seems to say all there is on the matter (which ain't a whole lot to be honest.)
He also made it clear that there will be no 2nd XV in the short term - loaning out to local clubs in lower leagues will be the way to get game time across the squad.
Come cheer up, my lads - 'tis to glory we steer!
He also made it clear that there will be no 2nd XV in the short term - loaning out to local clubs in lower leagues will be the way to get game time across the squad.
Come cheer up, my lads - 'tis to glory we steer!
You would expect players to move from the Academy to the parent club's squad - some sooner than others, and younger players to take their place.
To have the same players return, and more on our terms (including additional training days) can only be viewed as a bonus.
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To have the same players return, and more on our terms (including additional training days) can only be viewed as a bonus.
My body is a temple - I desecrate it every day
I think after watching Henry Slade in the 6nations last year and some of his games for the chiefs he was never coming back this season.
"How many more times,Ref?"
"How many more times,Ref?"
Not exactly current, but an update on Rupert Freestone:
bbc.co.uk
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bbc.co.uk
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Charlie Walker-Blair (Exeter Chiefs) to sign after deal with Sale falls through?
plymouthherald.co.uk
Plus updates on injuries across the squad.
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plymouthherald.co.uk
Plus updates on injuries across the squad.
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Quote:C W-B is a quality player - a great signing if it is confirmed. All the best this season lads except when you are playing Jersey and hope to see you at Sandy Park next month and Plymouth in Feb. I've already booked my flights.stonehousealbion
Charlie Walker-Blair (Exeter Chiefs) to sign after deal with Sale falls through?
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Plus updates on injuries across the squad.
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