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Match Day Live: Jersey Reds (H)

Welcome to our Match Day Live coverage for Saturday’s Christmas Eve blockbuster against Jersey Reds.

This page will be updated regularly throughout the game so please remember to refresh your page every few minutes (KO 12pm UK time).

 

FULL-TIME: EALING TRAILFINDERS 43-22 JERSEY REDS

74: TRY EALING TRAILFINDERS! Craig Willis scores out wide, he slots his over conversion!

SCORE UPDATE: EALING TRAILFINDERS 36-22 JERSEY REDS

 

 

 

68: TRY JERSEY REDS. Good solo try down the wing from the visitors. Conversion missed.

 

 

SCORE UPDATE: EALING TRAILFINDERS 36-17 JERSEY REDS 

 

 

65: TRY EALING TRAILFINDERS! Ross Kane take a bow, the prop charges through from 15 metres to score under the sticks. Willis adds the conversion.

 

 

SCORE UPDATE: EALING TRAILFINDERS 29-17 JERSEY REDS

 

 

63: TRY JERSEY REDS. Swift attack by the visitors scoring down the wing. Conversion missed.

 

 

58: Jersey look good down the far wing, charging to our line but their pass is fumbled and goes out. We have the lineout just inside our 22.

 

 

56: Huge turnover from Carlo Tizzano as we get ourselves out of dangerous position. Hampson with the box kick.

 

SCORE UPDATE: EALING TRAILFINDERS 29-12

 

 

52: PENALTY EALING TRAILFINDERS! We win the penalty and Craig Willis steps up to extend our lead!

 

 

SCORE UPDATE: EALING TRAILFINDERS 26-12

 

 

47: TRY EALING TRAILFINDERS! Hampson slices through the Jersey defence for his second try and the bonus point. Willis adds the conversion!

 

 

44: Powerful defence by our pack, stopping the Jersey driving maul! We have the scrum feed, 10 metres from our line.

 

 

42: Will Davis makes a great break from the Jersey lineout, he’s eventually brought down and Hampson fires a box kick back at the visitors.

 

 

41: We’re back underway at Trailfinders Sports Club. Fantastic crowd, electric atmosphere and a huge second half ahead!

 

 

HALF-TIME SCORE: EALING TRAILFINDERS 19-12

 

 

40: The Jersey kick is missed and that’s half-time.

 

 

39: Play is stopped for a couple minutes as a Jersey player receives attention. Jersey then win the scrum penalty and opt for the shot at goal.

 

 

 

36: TRY JERSEY REDS. James Dunn scores for the visitors, breaking through our defence to touch down under the posts. Conversion successful.

 

 

SCORE UPDATE: EALING TRAILFINDERS 19-5 JERSEY REDS

 

 

31: TRY EALING TRAILFINDERS! Jonah makes the break down the near wing, he’s pulled down and Craig Hampson collects and pops the ball over the line. Craig slots the conversion.

 

 

29: Huge lineout steal by our pack, winning the Jersey thrown and then belting the ball out of danger. Score remains 12-5.

 

 

28: Jersey throw the ball wide and grubber down the corner but Luke Daniels is there to cover. The referee returns for the Jersey penalty, just inside our half.

 

 

25: Jersey make the mistake, penalised for obstruction. We kick the ball out of danger for the lineout on half-way.

 

 

24: Jersey applying plenty of pressure, winning the penalty in our 22 and kicking for the attacking corner.

 

 

SCORE UPDATE: EALING TRAILFINDERS 12-5 JERSEY REDS

 

 

19: TRY EALING TRAILFINDERS! Electric rugby as we attack with speed in the Jersey 22, throwing a wide pass to Cian Kelleher who goes over in the corner! Willis misses the conversion.

 

 

15: Jonah with an enormous try-saving tackle! Jersey intercept our wide pass and run 80 metres but Jonah pulls the winger down. We then win the penalty! Score remains 7-5.

 

 

14: Carlo powers over but the ball is touched down just short of the line. We return for the attacking advantage, 5 metres out.

 

 

11: Jersey drop the lineout ball, we pack down for the scrum and then win the penalty. Willis boots us up over half-way.

 

 

10: Jonah Holmes’ kick goes a bit too deep, out on the full. Jersey will have the attacking lineout, 40 metres from out line.

 

 

SCORE UPDATE: EALING TRAILFINDERS 7-5 JERSEY REDS

 

7: TRY JERSEY REDS. The visitors respond quickly to score in the far corner. Conversion missed.

 

5: Jersey win the penalty from the restart and now charge into our 22.

 

 

SCORE UPDATE: EALING TRAILFINDERS 7-0 JERSEY REDS

 

 

3: TRY EALING TRAILFINDERS! Beautiful swift rugby as Reuben Bird-Tulloch goes over in the corner. Craig Willis adds the conversion.

 

1: Welcome to Christmas Eve at Trailfinders Sports Club! We win the first penalty off the kick-off and boot the ball to the line.

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Team Line-Up: Jersey Reds (H)

Here is your Trailfinders side for our top of the table clash on Christmas Eve against Jersey Reds.

As the only two unbeaten teams in the league showdown in this mouthwatering clash on the night before Christmas, we have picked a strong side as we look to end this year on a high.

There is a powerful and dynamic front-row, with Kyle Whyte and Lewis Thiede packing down either side of Shaun Malton, while David O’Connor and Danny Cutmore start in the engine room.

The back-row is well balanced, with the league’s top try-scorer, Carlo Tizzano on the open-side, where he’s complimented by blind-side Rob Farrar and captain Rayn Smid at number eight.

The two Craigs combine at halfback, with Hampson at 9 and Willis at 10, while Pat Howard and Reuben Bird-Tulloch partner in the midfield. In the back-three, Cian Kelleher and Luke Daniels are on the wings, while Welsh International Jonah Holmes starts at fullback.

The bench features the likes of experienced Championship campaigners Will Davis, Bobby De Wee, Simon Uzokwe, Jordan Burns and Club Captain Steven Shingler.

There is a whole host of festive activities down at Trailfinders Sports Club, so if you haven’t got your tickets yet, click here.

Ealing Trailfinders team to face Jersey Reds:

15. Jonah Holmes

14. Luke Daniels

13. Reuben Bird-Tulloch

12. Pat Howard

11. Cian Kelleher

10. Craig Willis

9. Craig Hampson

1. Kyle Whyte

2. Shaun Malton

3. Lewis Thiede

4. David O’Connor

5. Danny Cutmore

6. Rob Farrar

7. Carlo Tizzano

8. Rayn Smid (C)

Replacements:

16. Cam Terry

17. Will Davis

18. Ross Kane

19. Bobby De Wee

20. Simon Uzokwe

21. Jordan Burns

22. Steven Shingler

23. Jack Digby

Christmas Eve Tickets: Jersey Reds (H)

Book your tickets for this Saturday’s Christmas Eve blockbuster against Jersey Reds at Trailfinders Sports Club!

EALING TRAILFINDERS v JERSEY REDS – CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS.

RFU CHAMPIONSHIP – ROUND 11:

Date: Saturday 24th December

Kick-Off: 12pm

Location: Trailfinders Sports Club, W13 0DD

Tickets: Available from £16 – click here to purchase tickets.

Coverage: Live coverage will be available via our Twitter feed and website.

CHRISTMAS EVE BRUNCH:

Kick-off your day in style by joining us for our delicious Christmas Eve Brunch (starts at 10:30am). To book email: hospitality@etprm.com or click here for further details.

PLAYER OF THE MATCH SPONSOR:

Thank you to Bread Street Café, Ealing Broadway, our 2022/23 Player of the Match Sponsor. Book your table at Bread Street Café.

GET YOUR STOCKING FILLERS:

Make sure you get your stocking fillers before they all sell out! Our club shop, including our 2022/23 replica shirt, will be in operation from 10:30am and the shop will remain open throughout the game and post-match.

DIGITAL MATCH PROGRAMME:

Our free digital match programme will be published on the Friday before the game. The programme will be available on our website and social media channels. You can also scan the QR code posters at the ground to read for free.

HOW TO FIND US:

By Road:

From the A40 take the B452 turn-off towards Ealing (actually signposted as Perivale) along the Argyle Road. Pass through a set of traffic lights and across a roundabout. At the second roundabout, (about 0.5km) turn right into Vallis Way. Trailfinders Sports Club entrance is at the end of the road. Click here to view map.

Car parking is available at the ground and costs £5 per vehicle. You can purchase your parking ticket at the gate via card or cash.

By Rail:

You can take a national rail train from Paddington to Ealing Broadway and then hop on a bus (see below). Please be aware there is a train strike scheduled for Saturday which may affect some services. Click here for the latest National Rail updates.

By Tube:

The London Underground will be operating and you can take the Central Line, District Line or Elizabeth Line to Ealing Broadway, and then take a bus, taxi or walk to the ground (approx. 20 minute walk). Alternatively, you can take the Elizabeth line to West Ealing station and then walk to the ground (approx. 15 minutes).

By Bus:

Many buses stop in the vicinity of Trailfinders Sports Club, including the 297, E1, E2, E7, E9 and E10. The nearest bus stop to the ground is ‘Scotch Common’, which is a five minute walk to the club.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT:

For further information or assistance please email us on: info@etprm.com.

WE HOPE YOU ENJOY YOUR CHRISTMAS EVE AT EALING TRAILFINDERS!

 

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Match Report: Ulster A 19-15 Ealing Trailfinders A

Ealing Trailfinders A put in a valiant performance in Belfast as they fell 19-15 to Ulster A.

The team, which was compiled of 13 players currently in the Trailfinders Rugby Academy based out of Brunel University, were expecting a tough contest against the Northern Irishmen, but ultimately they looked more than able to compete with their URC opposition.

After fears prior to kick off about a frozen pitch were dismissed, the hosts came out of the blocks fast, and almost scored on two occasions, but our scramble defence was able to hold firm.

We slowly built into the game, with our scrum being a particular weapon, as we won four scrum penalties in the first 40, but sadly we were unable to find the final clinical touch which saw us trouble the scoresheet.

Then, on the stroke of half-time and having absorbed 21 phases inside our own 22, Ulster were able to crash over from close range to put them 7-0 up at the break.

In the second half, both teams started well and there was a lot of good rugby on show, yet we were still struggling to make significant inroads inside the Ulster 22.

This was until David Douglas Bridge got his hands on the ball. After several good phases, Ollie Fox noticed a small gap around the ruck. The scrum-half sniped and managed to offload. Quick ball meant that the hosts were constantly retreating and this allowed Bridge to pick up at the breakdown, power forward and stretch every inch of his 6”5’ frame as he grounded the ball on the line. The conversion just sailed wide and it was a two-point game.

Not content with just one score, we were also able to grab the next! A great build up play in the midfield saw us swing the ball from left to right which eventually saw space created on the wing. Dan Lancaster found Epi Rokodrava who managed to offload to release Joaquin Gali. The Spanish U20 international tip-toed down the touchline before passing inside to Fox. The scrum-half was clearly tackled early and before he had caught the ball, but instead of complaining, he was able to pop the ball up to Geordie Gwynn who dived over in the corner. Lancaster impressively converted making it 7-12.

Ulster were able to hit straight back however as they rolling maul powered over as they edged back in front.

With seven minutes to go, we were able to force Ulster to carry the ball back over their try line following a strong kick chase. The subsequent five metre scrum saw us win another penalty and captain Lancaster opted to go for the sticks to put us 14-15 ahead. However, we were unable to reclaim and exit from the kick-off, and Ulster were able to capitalise as they scored in the corner.

Despite our best efforts, Ulster were able to close out the game 19-15. Despite the loss, Head Coach at Trailfinders Rugby Academy Paddy Gill was pleased with the performance and felt it showed the strength of the programme at Brunel University.

We would like to thank Ulster for hosting us in this friendly fixture and we will be hosting Ulster A in a similar match on Friday 6th January at Trailfinders Sports Club.

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Ealing Trailfinders To Enter Women’s Premier 15s

A new chapter in the proud history of Ealing Trailfinders has been confirmed with the RFU announcing that the club has been successful in its application to join the Allianz Premier 15s

This exciting announcement means Ealing Trailfinders will have an elite women’s first-team squad competing in the Premier 15s from season 2023/24. The newly formed Ealing Trailfinders Women will join an eight team league featuring Bristol Bears Women, Exeter Chiefs Women, Gloucester-Hartpury Women, Harlequins Women, Leicester Tigers Women, Loughborough Lightning/Northampton Saints and Saracens Women. To read the full RFU announcement click here.

Ealing Trailfinders Women will be based at Trailfinders Sports Club, with world class facilities, coaches and support staff, with home fixtures taking place on the main stadium pitch, with a current capacity of 5,000.

Director of Women’s Rugby Giselle Mather, who joined the club in July, spoke of the significance of announcement and the impact it will have on the growth of women’s rugby.

“This is a very special day for everyone involved with Ealing Trailfinders. It’s one of those moments that will be highlighted in our history for years to come. We are incredibly proud to have been successful and delighted to have the opportunity to bring elite female athletes, coaches and support staff to Ealing Trailfinders. The programme will not only benefit the 45 players selected in our Premier 15s squad, but will have a hugely positive impact on the growth and development of women’s rugby at all levels.”

Simon Sinclair, Chief Operating Officer of Ealing Trailfinders Academy and Women’s Programme, added his excitement and spoke of the benefit to the club’s already successful player pathways.

“This has been a huge effort and an enormous achievement from everyone involved at the club. Over the last few years we have invested heavily in building sustainable development pathways from the bottom up. We have partnered with several PODs (Places of Development), clubs and schools with thriving girl’s and women’s programmes, and created pathways for their talent to progress to elite rugby. We have set up a Women’s Academy at Brunel University and Henley College, alongside a comprehensive women’s programme at Cardinal Newman, with top class coaches, medical, fitness and support staff, to help players develop their rugby, while giving them the opportunity to study and prepare for their future. Having a clear and extensive pathway from school and club rugby to Premier 15s at Ealing Trailfinders will provide players with enormous opportunities.”

Ben Ward, Managing Director of Ealing Trailfinders Professional Rugby Management, spoke of the importance of the announcement and achieving the club’s 2022/23 objectives.

“This is a landmark moment in our club history and one that we’re extremely proud of. This season our objectives have been clear. Promotion to the Men’s Premiership, BUCS Super Rugby for our Men’s Academy at Brunel University and a full-time Women’s Premier 15s squad. To achieve one of these objectives just before Christmas, and be on track with the other two, is a huge testament to the investment and hard work of everyone involved in this process. I would like to thank the entire team at Ealing Trailfinders for their hard work during the application, with a huge thanks to the considerable investment and long-term support of club owner Sir Mike Gooley.”

Ealing Trailfinders Club Captain Steven Shingler added his thoughts and spoke of the exciting opportunity to work alongside elite female athletes.

“It’s absolutely brilliant to have a Premier 15s team here at Ealing Trailfinders. It highlights how far the club has come and will create an incredible playing atmosphere. Having the opportunity to train alongside female rugby players in a highly driven and elite environment will be a massive benefit to us all. We’re extremely excited by this news and we can’t wait to welcome the women’s squad to Ealing Trailfinders and support their progress and success over the coming years.”

Ealing Trailfinders will now commence the process of recruiting an exciting squad of players, coaches and staff for the upcoming 2023/24 Premier 15s season. More information will be circulated in due course.

Make sure to follow Ealing Trailfinders Women on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

For media interviews contact Tom Soulsby via: alex.reed@etprm.com or 07821 709 120.

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Team Line-up: Caldy (A)

Ealing Trailfinders have named another powerful line-up for the club’s first ever trip up to Caldy.

For the first time this season, we have named a totally unchanged pack following on from our 42-17 victory over Bedford Blues last weekend.

This means that Kyle Whyte and Lewis Thiede continue either side of last week’s Bread Street Cafe Player of the Match, Shaun Malton.

In the second-row, David O’Connor partners Danny Cutmore while Rob Farrar, Carlo Tizzano and match day captain Rayn Smid make up an exciting back-row.

At scrum-half, Craig Hampson makes his return to the squad and will partner Craig Willis at fly-half. There is also a change in the midfield, as Peter Robb comes in for his second appearance and Reuben Bird-Tulloch shifts back to his preferred position of outside-centre.

In the back-three, Jonah Holmes continues at fullback, with Cian Kelleher and Luke Daniels on the left and right wings respectively.

Among the replacements, Bobby De Wee returns to the match day squad after recovering from injury and will be looking to make an impact alongside Simon Uzokwe and Jordan Burns.

If you are making the trip up to Paton Field, kick off is at 2pm and you can get your tickets here or alternatively you can follow our match day live coverage here.

Ealing Trailfinders team to face Caldy:

 

15. Jonah Holmes

14. Luke Daniels

13. Reuben Bird-Tulloch

12. Peter Robb

11. Cian Kelleher

10. Craig Willis

9. Craig Hampson

1. Kyle Whyte

2. Shaun Malton

3. Lewis Thiede

4. David O’Connor

5. Danny Cutmore

6. Rob Farrar

7. Carlo Tizzano

8. Rayn Smid (C)

Replacements

16. Cam Terry

17. James Gibbons

18. Ross Kane

19. Bobby De Wee

20. Simon Uzokwe

21. Jordan Burns

22. Steven Shingler

23. Jack Digby

Ealing Trailfinders Times: Winter Edition

The Winter 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 magazine click here: https://issuu.com/ealingtrailfinders

Inside this edition:

  • Ben Ward: Club-Wide Update
  • Jonah Holmes: Playing For The Barbarians
  • Angus Kernohan: Career Focus Away From Rugby
  • Joaquin Gali: On Tour With Spain U20s
  • Annabel Meta: Player Spotlight – Henley College & England U18s
  • Foundation & Community Updates
  • Win A Signed Shirt & Spot The Ball Competition
  • Get To Know: Bill Miller – Partnerships Manager
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Match Preview: Caldy (A)

For the first time in our history, we will travel to Caldy this weekend to face the Ravers at Paton Field.

RFU CHAMPIONSHIP – ROUND 9

Date: Saturday 10th December

Kick-Off: 2pm

Location: Paton Field, Caldy

Tickets: Available from £10 – click here to purchase

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

ABOUT THE OPPOSITION:

Originally founded in 1924 for former pupils of Calday Grange School, the club quickly progressed, much through the help of the club’s benefactor Sir Alfred Paton. In 1928, Paton gifted the club Thurstaston Hill, the land where the club still play and the original pavilion that was built almost 100 years ago, is still the core of the current clubhouse today.

In 1967, the club levelled up the slope outside the clubhouse to ensure a first-class 1st XV pitch despite the, at the time, £7,000 price tag! They joined the Giro bank North West league a year later, which was a forerunner to the National Leagues. They had mixed success up until 1996 when the Ravers decided to take a more professional approach to their team. Since then the club have won five league titles and were runners-up twice before being promoted to National 2 West in 2007. A decade later they went on a 28 game unbeaten run as they moved into National 1.

Last season, the title race went down to the wire and in the penultimate game, Caldy hosted local rivals Sale FC, both knowing a win would put them in pole position to go up. In front of a crowd of over 3,000, Caldy ran out 13-9 victors and secured their place in the Championship for the first time in their history.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

After being one of the unknown quantities coming into the league, Caldy have quickly become one of the trickiest sides to beat. Every single side who has travelled to Paton Field this year have struggled to deal with the conditions and vocal home crowd.

Close early losses against Hartpury, Nottingham and Ampthill and an impressive away win at Richmond put the new boys on the right path at the start of the season. As they moved into November, the Ravers looked to be losing their way somewhat, but a win against Ampthill in the cup helped put them back on track. When the league restarted, they became London Scottish’s first victims in the league as they lost 19-10 at the Athletic Ground, but they bounced back instantly, with a narrow win over Cornish Pirates in tricky conditions last weekend.

MATCH OFFICIALS:

Referee: Greg Macdonald

Assistant Referee 1: Peter Brunt

Assistant Referee 2: Jamie Leahy

FORM GUIDE:

Caldy:

W: Caldy 15-14 Cornish Pirates (Saturday 10th December)

L: London Scottish 19-10 Caldy (Saturday 3rd December)

L: Richmond 40-15 Caldy (Friday 18th November)

Ealing Trailfinders:

W: Ealing Trailfinders 42-17 Bedford Blues (Saturday 10th December)

Click here to watch match highlights.

W: Cornish Pirates 12-25 Ealing Trailfinders (Saturday 3rd December)

Click here to watch match highlights.

W: Ealing Trailfinders 22-13 Jersey Reds (Saturday 19th November)

Click here to watch match highlights.

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Match Programme: Bedford Blues

Get ready for our Championship clash with Bedford Blues by reading our free match programme.

CLICK HERE to read this week’s programme.

Inside this week’s programme there is:

  • Ben Ward’s welcome
  • Feature interview with Reuben Bird-Tulloch
  • Insight into Bedford Blues
  • 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.

Click here to purchase tickets for Saturday’s match.

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Team Line-Up: Bedford Blues

Ealing Trailfinders have named another powerful line-up for Saturday’s Championship clash with Bedford Blues.

The front five features just one change from Saturday’s 12-25 win over Cornish Pirates with Danny Cutmore replacing Barney Maddison in the second-row.

On the flanks, Rob Farrar and Carlo Tizzano form a lethal combination with number eight and match-day skipper Rayn Smid.

Scrum-half Jack Grant and fly-half Craig Willis maintain their partnership in the halves, with Max Bodilly joining Pat Howard in the centre. On the wings, Luke Daniels continues in the 14 shirt, while Reuben Bird-Tulloch starts on the left wing. Jonah Holmes resumes his impressive form at fullback.

The bench features last week’s try scorers Simon Uzokwe and Jordan Burns, with club skipper Steven Shingler set for his 51st cap. Hooker Cam Terry, props Ross Kane and Will Davis, second-row Simon Linsell and back-row Jack Digby will all look to make a big impact from the bench.

Click here to purchase tickets for Saturday’s match. Click here to read our match day guide. Supporters are encouraged to enjoy our post-match entertainment featuring a DJ in the bar from 5pm-7pm, followed by the live screening of England’s World Cup Quarter Final at 7pm.

Ealing Trailfinders team to face Bedford Blues:

15. Jonah Holmes

14. Luke Daniels

13. Max Bodilly

12. Pat Howard

11. Reuben Bird-Tulloch

10. Craig Willis

9. Jack Grant

1. Kyle Whyte

2. Shaun Malton

3. Lewis Thiede

4. David O’Connor

5. Danny Cutmore

6. Rob Farrar

7. Carlo Tizzano

8. Rayn Smid (C)

Replacements:

16. Cam Terry

17. Will Davis

18. Ross Kane

19. Simon Linsell

20. Simon Uzokwe

21. Jordan Burns

22. Steven Shingler

23. Jack Digby

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