Ealing Trailfinders return to home soil as they face Cornish Pirates in the Champ.
Read everything you need to know ahead of the match in our programme!
George Davis will become a club centurion this weekend as Ealing Trailfinders host Cornish Pirates in Round Twenty-Four of the Champ.
Prop forward George Davis will become the tenth club centurion in the professional era for Ealing Trailfinders this weekend.
Ben Ward has named nine changes in his squad to face Cornish Pirates after last weekend’s win at Ellgia Fields.
Joining Davis in the front row is Lefty Zigiriadis at loosehead with Scott Buckley coming in at hooker.
In the engine room, Matas Jurevicius and Sean Lonsdale start.
Josh Taylor returns to the starting XV as skipper and is joined in the back row by Kyle Hatherell and David Bridge.
Craig Hampson retains his place as the starting scrum-half. Rory Scannell joins him in the halfbacks.
Jordan Holgate and Francis Moore link up in the centres.
Tom Collins and Toby Cousins start on the wings and Patrick Campbell moves out to fullback.
Ben Ward names a 6-2 split on the bench with the inclusions of Mike Willemse, Conor Oliver, and Michael Stronge.
Kick-off is at 3pm on Saturday 18 April at Trailfinders Sports Club.
What’s On
We’ve got plenty going on at Trailfinders Sports Club ahead of the match for families and friends to enjoy. Here’s everything you need to know ahead of Saturday:
Pre-match
We have plenty going on ahead of kick-off including our Funzone – perfect for friends and family.
Funzone activities include:
Passing Challenge
Last Person Standing
Blaze Pods
Live music
From 2:25-2:55pm, we have live music from Matt Gurry in the Centurion Clubhouse.
Guard of Honour
Our Guard of Honour will be out on the pitch five minutes ahead of kick-off. This weekend, our guard of honour is made up of players from Ealing Trailfinders’ minis and youth groups.
Food and Drink
Refreshments are available for supporters in the clubhouse throughout the day.
Ealing Trailfinders Shop
Get kitted out in Trailfinders colours with all our 2025/26 season kit available to purchase in our shop. The shop opens from 2pm and re-opens at half-time and thirty minutes after the full-time whistle.
Half-time
During halftime, Ealing Trailfinders 1871 will be presented their award after becoming Counties 1 Middlesex Champions. Along with the presentation there will be an interview.
Post-match
Signing sessions
The Autograph Zone will be set up in the North West corner of the pitch giving the supporters an opportunity to meet our players and secure autographs.
Live music
The live music continues in the clubhouse post-match with Matt Gurry. Grab yourself a drink from the bar and enjoy the tunes!
First time with us?
If you’re travelling to Trailfinders Sports Club for the first time here are some key information points for you:
Click here for travel information
The match programme can be found on our website one day prior to matchday.
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Starting XV:
15.Patrick Campbell
14. Toby Cousins
13. Francis Moore
12. Jordan Holgate
11. Tom Collins
10. Rory Scannell
9. Craig Hampson
1. Lefty Zigiriadis
2. Scott Buckley
3. George Davis
4. Matas Jurevicius
5. Sean Lonsdale
6. Kyle Hatherell
7. Josh Taylor (C)
8. David Bridge
Replacements:
16. Mike Willemse
17. Elliot Chilvers
18. Adam Nicol
19. Geordie Irvine
20. Will Montgomery
21. Conor Oliver
22. Michael Stronge
23. George Worboys
History is up for grabs as Ealing Trailfinders look to break another Champ Rugby record this weekend.
The men in green levelled Newcastle Falcons’s record for the most consecutive wins in the regular league season last weekend against Caldy. This Easter weekend, they will look to go one further.
Read everything you need to know about Round 22 of the Champ in our matchday programme.
Ealing Trailfinders return home for Round Twenty-Two of the Champ. They face Nottingham in a bid to make history in the competition.
This Saturday, Ealing Trailfinders have the opportunity to break the Champ Rugby record for the most consecutive wins in the regular league season.
Ben Ward has named his matchday squad to face Nottingham on Saturday 4 April.
In a changed front row, Mike Willemse leads the squad as skipper with Lefty Zigiriadis at loosehead and George Davis at tighthead.
A changed engine room sees Matas Jurevisius and Sean Lonsdale start.
Gabriel Mann starts at blindside flanker with Conor Oliver at openside. Will Montgomery starts at eight.
Ben Ward names an changed halfback pairing. Michael Stronge returns to scrum-half with George Worboys at fly-half.
Rory Scannell starts at inside centre and Francis Moore is on the outside.
Tom Collins is joined by Patrick Campbell on the wing. Michael Dykes retains his place at fullback after last weekend’s win over Caldy.
Ben Ward names a 6-2 bench split with the inclusions of Harry Thompson, Geordie Irvine, and Will Parry.
Kick-off is 3pm, Saturday 4th April at Trailfinders Sports Club.
Secure your place here.
What’s On
We’ve got plenty going on at Trailfinders Sports Club ahead of the match for families and friends to enjoy. Here’s everything you need to know ahead of Saturday:
Pre-match
Coaching session – 12:00-13:00
Our community coaches will be leading Jeugd Rugby Club in a coaching session on the Top Pitch at TFSC.
Fun Zone – 14:00
In the Fun Zone, we have plenty of activations taking place that are perfect for family and friends:
- Rapid Reactions Egg Blitz
- Lords Cement Mixer and Chair
- Passing Challenge
- Last Man Standing Inflatable
- Easter Egg Giveaway
Guard of Honour – 14:50
Our Guard of Honour this week will be players from Jeugd Rugby Club and Ealing Trailfinders mini and youth.
Half-time: The Giant Egg Chasers Race
Want to take part for a chance to win a giant egg filled with merchandise and chocolate? Head to the front of the East Stand at half-time!
Post-match
The Autograph Zone will be set up in the North West corner of the pitch giving the supporters an opportunity to meet our players and secure autographs.
First time with us?
If you’re travelling to Trailfinders Sports Club for the first time here are some key information points for you:
Click here for travel information
The match programme can be found on our website one day prior to matchday.
For news and offer updates, sign up here!
Starting XV:
15. Michael Dykes
14. Patrick Campbell
13. Francis Moore
12. Rory Scannell
11. Tom Collins
10. George Worboys
9. Michael Stronge
1. Lefty Zigiriadis
2. Mike Willemse
3. George Davis
4. Matas Jurevicius
5. Sean Lonsdale
6. Gabriel Mann
7. Conor Oliver
8. Will Montgomery
Replacements:
16. Harry Thompson
17. James Kenny
18. PJ Sheck
19. Geordie Irvine
20. David Douglas Bridge
21. Jamie Carr
22. Craig Hampson
23. Will Parry
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Read everything you need to know ahead of the match in our programme.
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You can read everything you need to know ahead of the match here.
Everything you need to know ahead of Trailfinders Women vs Bristol Bears
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Read everything you need to know ahead of the match here.
The full match preview for this weekend’s clash between Ealing Trailfinders and Cornish Pirates at TFSC.
Ealing Trailfinders vs Cornish Pirates
Trailfinders return home looking to bounce back from their first defeat of the Championship season, a 19-17 defeat to London Scottish at Richmond Athletic Ground.
About the Opposition
Pirates have had an improved start to the season compared to the last, having the league’s second-best defensive record. Their 2023-24 season has started promisingly, having won five of their nine games.
They will be fired after a recent home loss to Doncaster, which stunted their winning streak.
Compared to this point last year, the Pirates are 75 points better in terms of points difference and currently only concede the second least points per game. They will undoubtedly be tough competition come Saturday.
What to Expect
The Pirate’s identity is shown by their try scorers.
As of now, no player has more than half the tries as Hooker Morgan Nelson.
The Welshman has amassed ten tries so far this season in all competitions, with the nearest behind him being Winger Will Trewin on five.
Trailfinders will likely show up more unpredictably than the opposition. The point scoring has been shared across the opening six games as 18 players have crossed the try line, with the highest being Richard Hardwick with four.
Looking at both of last seasons league results, the home side will be buoyant heading into the fixture. When same game last season took place, Trailfinders came away 50-12 winners whilst also coming away with a 25-12 victory away from home earlier in the season.
Looking at last year’s home result, Trailfinders will be hoping for more of the same to get back to winning ways on Saturday.
Match Details
Ealing Trailfinders vs Cornish Pirates
Date: Saturday 16th December
Kick-off: 3pm
Venue: TFSC
Coverage: Live tweets from 3pm
The full match preview for this weekend’s clash between Bristol Bears Women and Trailfinders Women at Shaftesbury Park.
Bristol Bears Women vs Trailfinders Women
The atmosphere around TFSC is one of pure elation after Trailfinders Women’s first win as an elite outfit over Leicester Tigers Women. Can they get their first ever away win vs Bristol Bears Women?
About the opposition
Bristol Bears Women have had a relatively strong start to their PWR campaign, winning two and losing two to put them 3rd place in the league.
Their most recent victory came last weekend with a dominant 46-17 victory over Loughborough Lightning, where they ran in eight tries in a strong attacking display.
What to expect
The home side will be looking to once again play with the attacking, expansive rugby they showed last week. Whilst dangerous, this will leave them susceptible on the counter.
Bears winger Megan Varley will be one to watch. Varley was named PWR player of the week in the last round of matches, having scored two tries and completing 191 metres in carries in the victory over Loughborough.
In the first ever meeting between the two sides, it will most likely be a close affair, with both sides full of confidence after victories on the weekend.
Match Details
Bristol Bears Women vs Trailfinders Women
Date: Saturday 16th December
Kick-off: 1pm
Venue: Shaftesbury Park
Coverage: Live tweets available from 1 pm