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Ampthill 35 Esher 20, Sat Sep 15, 2018, National 1

Ampthill Subdue Competitive Esher In Final Quarter Ampthill welcomed Esher to Dillingham on a dry, sunny and warm afternoon with a moderate breeze with the pitch reflecting the dry summer. Amps squad saw 7 changes from that which lost at Chinnor with wing Spencer Sutherland, signed from Esher during the summer, and fly half Michael Waters making their 1stXV debuts after strong performances for the 1881s. A's went behind to a 3rd minute penalty goal kicked by the visitors fly half Owen Waters before Sutherland finished a fine, unconverted try wide on the left on 16 … [Read more...] about Ampthill 35 Esher 20, Sat Sep 15, 2018, National 1

1stXV v Esher, Sat Sep 15, 2018, 15:00, Match Preview

1stXV v Esher, Sat Sep 15, 2018, 15:00, Match Preview Ampthill welcome Esher to Dillingham Park this coming Saturday for the second National 1 home fixture of the season. In 1923, four rugby enthusiasts met in a pub (where else!) and decided to form a rugby club. One of them, a Welshman insisted that the club colours should adopt his native Welsh club's colours. Which is why Esher adopted the Black and Amber of Newport. Looking for a pitch on which to play they found a friendly farmer's field, which, when not being used for rugby, was used for grazing cattle! For … [Read more...] about 1stXV v Esher, Sat Sep 15, 2018, 15:00, Match Preview

Bedford Athletic Colts v Ampthill Academy, Saturday 8th September, 2018

Ampthill Academy travelled to Putnoe Woods for this early season East Midlands League 1 match on a clear blue sky afternoon with a full strength squad and with great confidence following a good preseason and a very good intake of new lads into the Academy. The whitewash was barely dry, though, when Bedford crossed it in the second minute with Ampthill caught having an early nap again. Ampthill’s reply was swift though, and from the restart the A’s worked through a couple of phases and got prop Pierce Holland over the line and following Fynn Cooks conversion the scores … [Read more...] about Bedford Athletic Colts v Ampthill Academy, Saturday 8th September, 2018

Chinnor 38 1stXV 33, Sat Sep 08, 2018, National 1

Chinnor 38 1stXV 33, Sat Sep 08, 2018, National 1 Ampthill travelled along the Chilterns to Chinnor for their second National 1 fixture of the season on a dry, overcast afternoon with a strong breeze in favour of the visitors for the first half. Amps squad saw four changes from that which defeated Loughborough. With Captain Billy Johnson serving a ban Carl Burgess came into the second row while with DR centre Olly Morris required by Saracens Elliot Reeder was recalled to the starting XV. On the bench, two products of Ampthills Mini & Youth system were recalled … [Read more...] about Chinnor 38 1stXV 33, Sat Sep 08, 2018, National 1

The Third Row – Back Row Squad For 2018/19

Back Row Squad For 2018/19 Ampthill, Beds - DoR Mark Lavery is delighted to confirm signings and retentions of back row forwards for National 1 for 2018-19. Having been previously dual registered William Allman joins the club full time this season from Northampton Saints, an athletic and mobile flanker he adds to the competition for the three back row places. Sydney Blackmore, former Wales U20 and Bath flanker had a flying start to his fulltime Ampthill career last season before picking up an injury which restricted his appearances. Outstanding England … [Read more...] about The Third Row – Back Row Squad For 2018/19

Chinnor V Ampthill, Saturday 8th August, 2018

Ampthill’s Senior Squads travel to Oxfordshire this weekend to play Chinnor Rugby Club Kickoff 15:00 - RFU National - National Division One Ampthill make two changes to the starting fifteen and two changes on the bench to the team that won last week at home against Loughborough Students. One change in the forward pack where Carl Burgess replaces Capt Billy Johnson’s in the second row whilst Billy serves his ban for his red card received last week. One change in the back line with Elliot Reeder replacing Olly Morris being recalled by Saracens. Two changes on … [Read more...] about Chinnor V Ampthill, Saturday 8th August, 2018

Ampthill 43 Loughborough Students 34, Sat Sep 01, 2018, National 1

Ampthill 43 Loughborough Students 34, Sat Sep 01, 2018, National 1 Ampthill welcomed Loughborough to Olney Field on a dry & sunny afternoon with the pitch reflecting the dry summer. Amps first squad of the new season saw league debuts for headline signing Soane Tonga'uiha, Ciaran Whyte, Olly Morris, Will Foster, Olly Walliker and Euan McKirdy. Unfortunately lock Josh Walker picked up an injury in the warm up so the hosts went with just 4 replacements. The first 15 minutes saw optional defence as both sides conceded 2 tries, A's full back James Pritchard making the … [Read more...] about Ampthill 43 Loughborough Students 34, Sat Sep 01, 2018, National 1

1stXV v Loughborough, 1881 v Barnes, Sat Sep 01, 2018, 15:00, Match Previews

1stXV v Loughborough, 1881 v Barnes, Sat Sep 01, 2018, Match Previews Ampthill welcome Loughborough (National 1) and Barnes (Zoo Shield Division 1) to Dillingham Park this coming Saturday. After a successful pre-season Amps are looking forward to the opening fixtures of the 2018-19 campaigns in National 1. A's finished 4th in the table last season with a played 30, won 19 record while Loughboro finished 13th with a played 30 won 10 record after flirting with relegation for much of the year. The home side field five former internationals (Kevin Barrett - England, … [Read more...] about 1stXV v Loughborough, 1881 v Barnes, Sat Sep 01, 2018, 15:00, Match Previews

Fylde v Ampthill, Sat Aug 25, Pre-season

Fylde Hawks 21 '1881' 52, Fylde 1stXV 19 1stXV 26, Sat Aug 25, Pre-season Once again Fylde's hospitality was outstanding, the welcome we have come to expect from our visits to Woodlands was better than ever, both on and off the pitch, particularly after the game... Our thanks to all who contributed to a great day out. The first match of the day saw Fylde Hawks playing the 1881s with a 14:00 kick off. The 1881s came out of the blocks firing and quickly established a lead of 7-26 with a number of players holding their hands up for first team selection next week … [Read more...] about Fylde v Ampthill, Sat Aug 25, Pre-season

Fylde v Ampthill, Sat Aug 25, Pre-Season Squads

Fylde v Ampthill, Pre-Season Squads Ampthill's Senior Squads travel to Lancashire this weekend for the final pre-season fixture of the summer. Fylde RFC was formed in 1919 after the founders coin toss came down in favour of the oval ball as opposed to round ball code while the root of the club name is the Saxon word meaning 'low lying ground between two Estuaries'. Games were first played at Woodlands in 1920 and the merger with with Blackpool Old Boys in 1934 saw an increase in playing numbers and resources. The second world war forced the temporary closure … [Read more...] about Fylde v Ampthill, Sat Aug 25, Pre-Season Squads

The Engine Room – Second Row Squad For 2018/19

Second Row Squad For 2018/19 Ampthill, Beds - DoR Mark Lavery is delighted to confirm signings and retentions of lock forwards for National 1 for 2018-19. John Kpoku is a young, exciting and dynamic Lock who joins from Saracens on Dual Registration for the season. John is an excellent line out forward, strong at scrum time and extremely quick around the paddock. Peter Smith makes the step up from Ampthill’s Academy into senior rugby. A very talented young lock with lots of potential, we are confident if Peter applies a hard work ethic and adjusts his … [Read more...] about The Engine Room – Second Row Squad For 2018/19

The Coal Face – Front Row Squad For 2018-19

Director of Rugby Mark Lavery is delighted to confirm signings and retentions of front row players for National 1 for 2018-19. Joining marquee signing Prop Tongan international Soane Tonga’uiha are:- Oliver Walliker is a dynamic, ball carrying, robust hooker that will bring extra competition to the role. He made 43 appearances for Old Albanians and has played for Hertfordshire and Hartpury College. Benjamin Wilkinson has re-joined after spending a season at Tynedale in National 2 North. Having made 3 appearances for Bedford Blues in the Championship and 19 … [Read more...] about The Coal Face – Front Row Squad For 2018-19

Ampthill 1st XV Squad V’s Ebbw Vale at Goldington Road.

Ampthill announce a squad with a number of changes both in personnel and positions for the game with Ebbw Vale at Goldington Road with a 5 pm KO tomorrow August 18th.         Bedford Blues play the Premiership Champions Saracens at 3pm and the Maroon and Gold KO at 5pm against the Steel Men of Ebbw Vale so why not make a day of it. Debuts for George Decohti the new scrum half from Loughborough and previously Worcester Warriors. Bailey Thomas who has traveled from New Zealand for the season and is living locally. Both players will make … [Read more...] about Ampthill 1st XV Squad V’s Ebbw Vale at Goldington Road.

Ampthill 1st XV Squad V’s Ebbw Vale At Goldington Road

Ampthill announce a squad with a number of changes both in personnel and positions for the game with Ebbw Vale at Goldington Road with a 5 pm KO tomorrow August 18th. Bedford Blues play the Premiership Champions Saracens at 3pm and the Maroon and Gold KO at 5pm against the Steel Men of Ebbw Vale so why not make a day of it. Debuts for George Decohti the new scrum half from Loughborough and previously Worcester Warriors. Bailey Thomas who has traveled from New Zealand for the season and is living locally. Both players will make there debuts from the bench. 1. … [Read more...] about Ampthill 1st XV Squad V’s Ebbw Vale At Goldington Road

Ampthill 1stXV & 1881s At Henley, Sat Aug 11 2018, Pre-Season

Ampthill 1stXV & 1881s At Henley, Sat Aug 11 2018, Pre-Season Ampthill's new look squads travelled to Dry Leas on a cloudy but dry afternoon to find perfect underfoot conditions. As usual, Henley's hospitality was outstanding, Amps players and spectators always look forward to visiting such friendly hosts. Henley Hawks 7 1stXV 40 A's squad had an unfamiliar look with debuts in the pack for Oliver Walliker at Hooker and lock John Kopku, dual registered from Saracens. The bench contained much experience with hooker Aleki Lutui, prop Soane Tonga'uiha on debut and … [Read more...] about Ampthill 1stXV & 1881s At Henley, Sat Aug 11 2018, Pre-Season

First game of the 2018/19 season for 1stXV & 1881s

Ampthill announce their squads for the first matches of the pre-season schedule away at Henley this Saturday 11th August. The official full introductions of the senior squads will start next week but this Sat you will see six new signings make their debuts for the first fifteen and three for the 1881s plus two of last year’s academy making their senior debuts. KOs are 1pm for the 1881s and 3pm for the first team so why not get yourself along to Dry Lees to get for first rugby fix this season. First team 1. Culverhouse 2. Walliker (debut) 3. Garside 4. Hehea 5. Kpoku … [Read more...] about First game of the 2018/19 season for 1stXV & 1881s

John Henry (Jack) Wilkinson – An Appreciation

Jack Wilkinson It is with much regret that we announce the passing of Jack Wilkinson, yesterday, Jul 23rd. Jack's contribution to Ampthill was immense, as a player at Number Eight for the 1stXV where he earnt a fearsome reputation for tackling, as an administrator as Chairman of Mini & Youth, as a volunteer where he could be found getting his hands dirty and supporter where he continued to attend home games despite recent health issues. A fuller appreciation of Jack's contribution to Ampthill & District RUFC will be published in another article soon. Our sincere … [Read more...] about John Henry (Jack) Wilkinson – An Appreciation

A Festival Of Rugby – Ampthill, Bedford, Ebbw Vale, Saracens – Sat Aug 18

A Festival Of Rugby - Ampthill, Bedford, Ebbw Vale, Saracens - Sat Aug 18 Like many clubs, Ampthill's Dillingham Park/Olney Field pitches are suffering from the current heatwave, with the pitches dry as a bone the club has accepted an offer from Bedford Blues to host our home pre-season fixture against Ebbw Vale on Saturday August 18th at Goldington Road. The game will kick off at 17:00 after the Blues pre-season fixture (ko 15:00) with Premiership Champions Saracens. Ampthill Director of Rugby Mark Lavery commented: "The current weather condition had left a bit of … [Read more...] about A Festival Of Rugby – Ampthill, Bedford, Ebbw Vale, Saracens – Sat Aug 18

Festive Fixture – Bedford Blues v Ampthill, Boxing Day 2018

Festive Fixture - Bedford Blues v Ampthill, Boxing Day 2018 As neither Blues nor Amps have a festive fixture in 2018 the two clubs have agreed to meet in a 'friendly' at Goldington Road on Boxing Day. While it may not be a competitive fixture, there will be plenty of local pride at stake as the two biggest rugby teams in Bedfordshire face-off at 15:00 on Wednesday 26th December. Blues Director of Rugby Mike Rayer commented: "I think everyone was a little disappointed that we had no Christmas or New Year fixture in the calendar so the club made the decision to add … [Read more...] about Festive Fixture – Bedford Blues v Ampthill, Boxing Day 2018