Pick from the nine man longlist to vote for your Supporters’ Player of the Season

After what has been another successful season, the time has come to vote for the player you think has had the most impact on the club this year.

In what is a 5-4 split in terms of backs to forwards, the longlist has been drawn up based on the players who have played the most minutes or appearances for the club this season.

The list is as follows:

Reuben Bird-Tulloch

Max Bodilly

Rob Farrar

Craig Hampson

Jonah Holmes

Carlo Tizzano

Simon Uzokwe

Kyle Whyte

Craig Willis

To cast your vote, CLICK HERE.

Voting will close at 5pm on Monday 17th April, so be sure to cast your vote soon!

Second-row Andrew Davidson has been voted the Ealing Trailfinders Player of the Month for March.

The hard-working lock hit the ground running after joining the club in February, appearing on the bench against Nottingham after his first week at the club, before then claiming a starting spot against Hartpury a week later.

From then on, Andrew has been in the starting team ever since, playing a huge impact in all four of our fixtures in March.

He crossed early against Richmond in our 0-50 victory at the RAG, and then was instrumental in the success of our line-out and rolling maul in our victories against London Scottish, Nottingham and Cornish Pirates.

The 26-year-old was also recognised by the Championship Clubs Podcast, as he was named in the Team of the Week after his performance in tough conditions as we travelled up to Nottingham.

March was the first time he had been nominated for a Player of the Month award and he has won it on the first occasion.

Congratulations Andrew!

We’re excited to host our inaugural Rugby Club Recruitment Fair at Brunel University on Wednesday 26th April.

This is a free event for rugby clubs to visit our Trailfinders Rugby Academy at Brunel University and speak to academy players about exit routes and graduate jobs with playing rugby after university.

Date: Wednesday 26th April

Time: 2pm-4pm

Location: Rugby Gym, Brunel University, UB8 3PH

To confirm your attendance please email: academy@etprm.com.

Ealing Trailfinders are pleased to announce the signing of experienced loosehead prop, Lewis Boyce, from Premiership side Bath Rugby for the rest of the season.

The 26-year-old will link up with the Trailfinders squad immediately, as they look to retain their Championship crown.

Middlesbrough born, Boyce followed a very similar path as former teammate and England international Danny Care. Both initially played for their hometown clubs, before then attending Prince Henry’s Grammar School in Otley and playing for the then Yorkshire Carnegie Academy.

He made his debut for the Headingly outfit against Rotherham in 2014 and remained in Yorkshire for a further three years, featuring in the 2017 Championship play-off final.

In 2016, Boyce was part of the England U20 side that won the Junior World Cup in Manchester. He played alongside the likes of Jack Willis, Will Stuart, Max Malins and Joe Marchant as they beat Ireland in the final 45-21.

In 2017, his performances in the second tier led to a switch to Harlequins for whom he debuted in the Premiership in 2017, making nine appearances in his maiden season.

After only six months at Quins, his fine form for the Londoners saw him named in the wider England squad ahead of the 2018 Six Nations. Although he didn’t earn an international cap, his impact as a strong scrummager with a physical presence in both attack and defence caught the eye of Bath.

Boyce signed for the West Country outfit in the summer of 2019 and has made 53 appearances since. He has proven himself as a dominant force in the set-piece as well as menace in the loose.

When speaking on the signing, Ealing Trailfinders Director of Rugby Ben Ward said: “In what is a crucial point for us in the season, we’re delighted to have signed someone of Lewis’s calibre and experience.

“He’s is such an exciting player both in the set-piece and around the park and we’re all looking forward to seeing what he can do in a Trailfinders shirt.”

Ahead of his move, Lewis Boyce said: “I’m excited to move to West London and make a strong impact. Ealing Trailfinders have been in powerful form this season and I’m excited to get stuck in straight away and help the squad achieve their goals this season.”

 

Ealing Trailfinders have named another strong side as they prepare to make the trip to Bedford, who are undefeated at Goldington Road so far this season.

It also promises to be a special occasion for George Davis, as the hard-working prop is set to make his 50th appearance for the club.

Joining him in the front-row will be Will Davis and Alun Walker, as the trio look to continue the scrum dominance that proved so well last weekend against Cornish Pirates.

Barney Maddison will continue to skipper the side from the second-row, as he again partners Andrew Davidson.

There is a totally changed back-row, as Adam Korczyk makes his first start of the season at openside, while Will Montgomery and Simon Uzokwe come in on the blindside and number 8 respectively.

Craig Hampson has a new partner at halfback, as Dan Lancaster comes in at fly-half, while the midfield of Pat Howard and Max Bodilly remains unchanged.

There is one change in the back-three, as Luke Daniels starts alongside Cian Kelleher and Jonah Holmes.

Among the replacements, James Gibbons, Simon Linsell and the league’s top try-scorer Carlo Tizzano, all return to the match day squad.

If you haven’t got your tickets yet for the clash at Goldington Road, you can get yours here. We’ll be providing live updates via Twitter: @EalingTFRugby.

Ealing Trailfinders team to face Bedford Blues:

 

15. Jonah Holmes

14. Luke Daniels

13. Max Bodilly

12. Pat Howard

11. Cian Kelleher

10. Dan Lancaster

9. Craig Hampson

1. Will Davis

2. Alun Walker

3. George Davis (50th Ealing Trailfinders appearance)

 

4. Andrew Davidson

5. Barney Maddison (C)

6. Will Montgomery

7. Adam Korczyk

8. Simon Uzokwe

Replacements

 

16. Shaun Malton

17. James Gibbons

18. Ross Kane

19. Simon Linsell

20. Carlo Tizzano

21. Jack Digby

22. Jordan Burns

23. Reuben Bird-Tulloch

The Spring Edition of Ealing Trailfinders Times is out now. Take a read for the latest club news, player and coach insights, features, competitions and community updates.

To read the latest edition of Ealing Trailfinders Times click here.

Inside this edition:

  • Ben Ward: Club-Wide Update
  • James Cordy-Redden: Career Focus
  • Geordie Gwynn & Jake Parkinson: National Honours
  • Alun Walker: Club Loyalty
  • Cass Tuffnail: Player Spotlight
  • Kieran Murphy: Where Are They Now?
  • Gemma Gow: Meet The Trailfinder
  • Foundation & Community Updates
  • Spot The Ball Ticket Competition

After a strong March which saw us emerge victorious in all four of our Championship encounters, it’s now time to vote for your Player of the Month.

The four nominees are:

Andrew Davidson (Second-Row)

Rob Farrar (Back-Row)

Craig Hampson (Scrum-Half)

Jonah Holmes (Fullback)

CLICK HERE to vote for your March Player of the Month.

Voting closes at 5pm on Monday 3rd April 2023. The winner will be announced via our website and social media channels in the days after voting closes.

Make sure you’re ready for this weekend’s trip to Goldington Road.

RFU CHAMPIONSHIP – ROUND 16

Date: Saturday 1st April

Kick-Off: 3pm

Location: Goldington Road, Bedford

Tickets: Available from £19 – click here to purchase

Coverage: Live coverage of the game will be available via our Twitter feed

ABOUT THE OPPOSITION:

Bedford have had a varied season so far, being incredibly strong at home, but having mixed results on the road.

The past month has seen big wins over Doncaster Knights and Richmond at Goldington Road, but then a shock defeat away at Nottingham last weekend.

The Blues are known for being the great entertainers in the league, constantly looking to throw the ball around and currently have the third highest points scored in the league this season (only behind ourselves and second-placed Jersey).

This Saturday will see the Blues put their unbeaten home record on the line as they look to close the gap on Coventry above them in third.

LAST TIME WE MET:

Last time we faced the Blues was back in December, as they travelled to Trailfinders Sports Club a fortnight before Christmas.

After a slow start, Trailfinders soon found their form as Shaun Malton, Carlo Tizzano and Pat Howard all dotted down to make it 21-3 at the break.

An early Matt Worley try at the start of the second period appeared to have got Bedford back in the contest, but then Malton and Tizzano each grabbed their second to give Trailfinders breathing space.

With the game heading for its conclusion an impressive solo try from the visitors’ Jake Garside was cancelled out by Cam Terry, making the full-time score Ealing Trailfinders 42-17 Bedford Blues.

FORM GUIDE:

Bedford Blues:

L: Nottingham 26-24 Bedford Blues (Sunday 26th March)

W: Bedford Blues 39-5 Richmond (Friday 17th March)

W: Hartpury 14-35 Bedford Blues (Friday 10th March)

Ealing Trailfinders:

W: Ealing Trailfinders 50-12 Cornish Pirates (Saturday 25th March)

Click here to watch match highlights.

W: Nottingham 21-41 Ealing Trailfinders (Saturday 18th March)

Click here to watch match highlights.

W: Ealing Trailfinders 66-0 London Scottish (Saturday 11th March)

Click here to watch match highlights.

MATCH OFFICIALS:

Referee: Simon Harding

AR1: Neil Chivers

AR2: Andy Ashwell

Get ready for Saturday’s Championship clash with Cornish Pirates by reading our free match programme.

Click here to read this week’s programme.

Inside this week’s programme there is:

  • Ben Ward’s Update
  • Coffee Club
  • Quick Fire Questions – James Cordy-Redden
  • Insight into Cornish Pirates
  • Three Players To Watch

The links for every programme will be posted across our social media channels and website each week, as well as scannable QR codes around Trailfinders Sports Club. To visit our match programme hub click here.

Click here to purchase tickets for Saturday’s match (KO 3pm).

 

Ealing Trailfinders have named another powerful squad for Saturday’s crucial Championship clash with Cornish Pirates.

Up front Kyle Whyte, Alun Walker and George Davis continue their impressive form, packing down in the pack alongside lock Andrew Davidson and returning skipper Barney Maddison.

Rob Farrar, Ollie Newman and Jack Digby maintain their powerful back-row combination and will be fired up to deliver another formidable performance.

In the backs, Craig Hampson and Craig Willis continue in the halves, while Pat Howard returns from injury to partner Max Bodilly in the midfield.

The back three combination of Cian Kelleher, James Cordy-Redden and Jonah Holmes continue for the fifth consecutive week and will be excited to maintain their electric form on a fast and dry pitch.

The bench is packed with experience and excitement, with the likes of Shaun Malton, Will Davis, Will Montgomery, Simon Uzokwe, Jordan Burns and Reuben Bird-Tulloch ready to make a strong impact, while prop Ross Kane and fly-half Dan Lancaster earn their return to the squad.

 

Tickets remain on sale for Saturday’s match, click here to purchase. Live coverage is available via Twitter.

Ealing Trailfinders team to face Cornish Pirates:

15. Jonah Holmes

14. James Cordy-Redden

13. Max Bodilly

12. Pat Howard

11. Cian Kelleher

10. Craig Willis

9. Craig Hampson

1. Kyle Whyte

2. Alun Walker

3. George Davis

4. Andrew Davidson

5. Barney Maddison (C)

6. Rob Farrar

7. Ollie Newman

8. Jack Digby

Replacements:

16. Shaun Malton

17. Will Davis

18. Ross Kane

19. Will Montgomery

20. Simon Uzokwe

21. Jordan Burns

22. Dan Lancaster

23. Reuben Bird-Tulloch

 

 

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