Category Archives: Rugby

Gallery: Cornwall RLFC 35-10 London Skolars

Check out our selection of photos from a momentous afternoon at the Memorial Ground as Cornwall RLFC beat London Skolars to record their first-ever victory on Cornish soil. Errol Carter (2), Cameron Brown (2), Nathan Cullen and Harry Aaronson all crossed the whitewash, while Adam Rusling kicked five of six conversions and one field goal,Continue reading “Gallery: Cornwall RLFC 35-10 London Skolars”

‘Promotion up there with the best things I’ve done’ – St Austell star Shepherd

St Austell star Matt Shepherd, scorer of 31 tries in just 20 games for Saints in 2022/23. Picture: Colin Bradbury / Cornwall Sports Media By Gareth Davies at Tregorrick Park St Austell star Matt Shepherd says that winning promotion with his hometown team ranks amongst the best things he’s ever achieved on a rugby field.Continue reading “‘Promotion up there with the best things I’ve done’ – St Austell star Shepherd”

‘Days like this make it all worth it’ – Saints chief lauds club’s ‘greatest achievement’

By Gareth Davies at Tregorrick Park Jubilant chairman Paul Hayes says that St Austell’s promotion to Regional 1 South West is the greatest achievement in the club’s 60-year history. Saints confirmed their title triumph with a resounding 76-7 win over Devon outfit Newton Abbot in front of a huge crowd at Tregorrick Park on Saturday.Continue reading “‘Days like this make it all worth it’ – Saints chief lauds club’s ‘greatest achievement’”

Cornwall RLFC and Cornwall Sports Media announce a partnership for the 2023 season

Cornwall Sports Media is delighted to announce a partnership with Cornwall RLFC for the 2023 Betfred League 1 season. The arrangement will see Cornwall Sports Media (CSM) provide photographic services for the club which includes all home matches, sponsor obligations, media days and training sessions. Images provided by CSM will be used on all theContinue reading “Cornwall RLFC and Cornwall Sports Media announce a partnership for the 2023 season”

Wadebridge Camels coach warns law change ‘could destroy the game’

Coaches at two of Cornwall biggest and most progressive rugby union clubs have been reacting to proposed tackling law changes that are set to be enforced in the amateur game next season, writes Gareth Davies. Wadebridge Camels chief Mike Rawlings and Kyle Marriott, his opposite number at Counties 2 South West title contenders St Austell,Continue reading “Wadebridge Camels coach warns law change ‘could destroy the game’”

Penryn lad George swaps codes to sign for Cornwall RLFC

George Mitchell has swapped rugby codes to join Cornwall RLFC for the Betfred League 1 season. The 25-year-old attended the club’s second successful open player trial back in November and impressed head coach Mike Abbott. After being offered the chance to train with the Choughs, Mitchell was offered terms and subsequently signed on for theContinue reading “Penryn lad George swaps codes to sign for Cornwall RLFC”

Gallery: Truro RFC 12-31 St Austell RFC

St Austell came out on top in the first v second Regional 2 Tribute South West clash at St Clement’s Hill on Saturday. Trailing 14-0 at half time, the hosts rallied in the second period. Ultimately the visitors were too strong, however, and headed back up the A390 with a well-deserved victory. Truro have nowContinue reading “Gallery: Truro RFC 12-31 St Austell RFC”

World Cup star signs new deal at Cornwall RLFC

Jamaican World Cup star Aaron Jones-Bishop has signed a new one-year contract with Cornwall RLFC, writes Gareth Davies. The 32-year-old joined the Choughs from fellow Betfred League 1 outfit Hunslet in June last year and made a try-scoring debut in the 24-20 home reverse at the hands of London Skolars. A virtual ever-present in theContinue reading “World Cup star signs new deal at Cornwall RLFC”

St Austell victory a ‘fitting tribute’ – Saints chairman

A comprehensive home triumph over Sidmouth for St Austell was a ‘fitting tribute’ to club legend Rob ‘Guppy’ Pollard, says Tregorrick Park chief Paul Hayes, writes Gareth Davies Saints kept up their 100 per cent record at home so far this term with a 48-5 victory on an emotional day for the club after Pollard’sContinue reading “St Austell victory a ‘fitting tribute’ – Saints chairman”