Rugby Club Issue 47 | Page 24

WOODRUSH It is important for any side to be able to produce their own talent, particularly in the current financial climate and this is an area that they appear to have covered. It will certainly be exciting to see how their juniors are able to develop over the coming years. Another benefit of having more than one time is that it allows the first XV to benefit from far greater strength in depth. If they are ever left short on numbers through injury or work commitments they have the option of calling players up with a limited amount of disruption. To help their youngsters to make the sometimes difficult transition into senior level rugby they also have an additional side in place. This allows them to give players experience of the adult game even if they are not yet considered ready for first team action which can be an important step in the development process. Woodrush’s superb campaign last time around was a just reward for all of the hard work that has been put into the club. Rugby Club Magazine would like to take this opportunity to congratulate them on their recent success and also wish them the best of luck for the future. “First established in 1966, Woodrush RFC is based on Icknield Street in the West Midlands and they competed in the Midlands 4 West League last season. They are led by the team of Chairman Andy Gibbs and President Ken Hussey and have made a considerable amount of progress under their guidance.” 24 ISSUE 46