CHELMSFORD
CHELMSFORD
Chelmsford RFC is a great example of a well-run
club that plays a vital role in their local community.
Rugby Club Magazine caught up with the club’s
Press Officer Stuart Bolton to find out more about
the good work that they have been doing.
He told us, “I’ve been involved with the club for 44
years as a player, supporter, volunteer and committee
member, having been Assistant Treasurer, Treasurer
and a member of the Fundraising Committee.
Some of my favourite memories include making my 1st
XV debut in 1972, going on tour to Canada in 1980 and
again in 1988, playing for the Chelmsford Undertakers,
a feared veteran’s side and taking part in the World
Golden Oldies Festival in London in 1985.
Being part of the Fundraising Committee that oversaw
the building of our new two storey clubhouse in 2006
and an extension in 2010, that raised the profile of our
club considerably was also something that I was proud
to be a part of.
Director of Coaching Eddie Gooby also took the time
to speak to us, saying, “My first season was pretty
special getting promoted from London Four North East
to League Three (now Two) and winning the Essex
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Intermediate Cup, however, I would say that my 4th
season when we avoided relegation on the last day of
the season is perhaps my fondest memory.
Initially we were told that Ipswich had won so the mood
in the club was very subdued, however, after a phone
call to check the result, I found out that Ipswich had lost,
so we stayed up and Ipswich were relegated. The club
partied hard and long that night and we have not looked
back since. That was