Upton RFC - Come and join us in our 30th anniversary season!
Upton upon Severn RFC gained a second promotion in four years at the end of last season, winning Midlands Three West (South) with a very fine record of 20 wins in 22 games. This season, 2011-12, we celebrate our first thirty years and find ourselves at our highest-ever level in Midlands Two West (South) amongst some old rivals such as Pershore, Droitwich and Kidderminster but also some new opponents including Banbury, Barkers Butts, and Leamington.
The campaign this season will again be tough and competitive and the playing squad has been training hard during pre-season to be ready for the first match away at Banbury on September 10. There have been some changes in personnel but the blend of experience and youth is still very strong and we can look forward to an exciting and very challenging campaign with optimism.
The Club currently fields two XVs each week, with the second XV only missing out on back-to-back promotions in the Merit League by losing their last match of the season.
We anticipate that in future seasons, as members of our very successful Junior Section progress into the senior ranks, that there will be more strength in depth throughout the Club.
The Club is actively recruiting new players - whether new to the game or returning after a break - so if you feel inclined, please do come down to Upton and get involved. And if you just want to be a social member, that's fine too. Training/coaching takes place at the Club every Tuesday from 7.00 p.m.
You will be made very welcome - just ask for the Coach, Oli Banwell, or Rob Heeley, First XV Manager. You can reach Rob on 07980-255783.
First XV
The Club's First XV combines a set of backs who in their speed, exuberance and try-scoring ability were superior to any other team in our league last season. Upton's traditional strength lay in its powerful set of forwards, but in the past few seasons it has been the combination of a ball-winning pack and the aforementioned back line that has contributed to some outstanding performances, both at "Fortress Upton" and on the road.
Second XV
Upton's Second XV plays in the Worcestershire & Herefordshire Merit League, giving players the opportunity to play competitive rugby most weekends. There are no bars to second-team players moving up to the First XV - the Club has no "elite" squad but operates a simple flat structure where all are equal and team selection is purely on merit and form.
Veterans XV
Upton's Vet's XV plays several games a season against other local clubs' Veterans teams. Many of the current Vets were the original founding members of the Club back in 1981, proving that Rugby is a game for life and a source of lasting friendships! Vets' Rugby starts at age 35 (but the odd more youthful "ringer" has been known to play). Vets' matches are usually played on Sunday mornings - so the committed Vet (or perhaps the Vet who should be committed!) could play twice in a weekend!
