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Nelson's Column (17 Aug 2010)
Another season is upon us, and alot has been happening. If you have not already noticed there is some building work taking place at the club,there is an extention to the front of the rugby clubhouse that will give Keith the opportunity to fit in more bodies for the VP lunches. also the 1st and 2nd team changing rooms are getting the once over treatment and all this will be finished for the first league game of the season. A big thankyou goes to Stevie Adams who in his own time has done most of the work on the changing rooms, also thanks to Matt Jary ,Russell Wilkinson and all that have mucked in.
On the playing front not a lot has changed but we will be welcoming back Russell Chapman who has been out injured for the majority of his playing career, fingers crossed with all the weights and rehab he’s done he will not shatter this time. We should be welcoming back young Zac Baxter after a long knee injury as well, this is really good news as he was just getting to grips with his move from the backs to the forwards before his unfortunate injury. Kris Nelson lasted a whole year of retirement and has decided to give it another go which will add experience to the young back line if he can force his way past Stevie Adams, who, towards the end of last season was very impressive especially in the contact area. Marc Thomas is returning as captain after deciding not to throw the boots away just yet and has also taken on the mantle of forwards coach. There are also a couple of the younger lads who have made the step up to senior training who will no doubt be pushing for 1st team honours this season. Unfortunately Simon Coleman and Ryan Oakes will not be with us this season they are trying there luck down the road at North Walsham and we wish them all the best.
We also have a new physio at the club, Phil Quantrill, who takes over from Paul. Unfortunately Paul couldn't commit to us this season due to work commitments but will still be about as much as he can. Phil is up the club Tuesdays and Thursdays from 18:30. Phil is also a qualified personal trainer so if anyone needs help in that department don't be shy. I have never needed one myself but I know there are some lads that could do with some advice.
We have already had a squad building day for the 1st team. 22 players attended and I believe everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves. The day consisted of canoeing, Norfolk Broads, getting wet, starting fires and general team building exercises. A big thanks goes to Mark Wilkinson and his team for a great day and hopefully we all learnt a little about ourselves. If your interested in a fun day or weekend out check out www.thecanoeman.com
The serious business starts on the 28th August with an away fixture at Southwold, although this is a friendly we will be taking what we see as our 1st XV team squad. Our first league game is away at old rivals Wisbech on the 11th September, so not long away now and still plenty to do. Training attendance has been good but could be a lot better so start making some noise coz nobody is bigger than peer pressure.
Let’s enjoy the season.
Scott Nelson
Director of Rugby
Lowestoft and Yarmouth RUFC
A quick reminder
For those that don't know, training is on Tuesdays & Thursdays at 7.15 sharp.
Your coaching team for the coming season will be:
Scott Nelson - Head coach / Backs
Marc Thomas - Forwards
Brian Howard - Fitness
Matt Jary - 1st XV Manager
David Rose - 3rd XV Manager
Your captains and vice captains this season are:
1st XV Captain: Mark Thomas , 1st XV Vice Captain: Jake Titterington
2nd XV Captain: Lee Protheroe , 2nd XV Vice Captain: Chris Burt
3rs XV Captain: Carl Scott 3rd XV Vice Captain: Danny Clark
Dust off your trainers/boots and get yourselves to Gunton Park Tuesdays and Thursdays for a 7.15 sharp start.
See you there.
Scott Nelson