Race Night: Saturday 25th March

We’re excited to invite you to our 2023 Race Night, raising vital funds for the Ealing Trailfinders Foundation.

The Race Night will take place on Saturday 25th March, following the Ealing Trailfinders Championship match against Cornish Pirates.

Kicking-off at 6:30pm in the Olympic Pavilion at Trailfinders Sports Club, you will have the opportunity to sponsor a race, horse or jockey, or simply place a bet on individual races. The races will be shown on the big screen in the Pavilion, with all money raised going towards the Foundation, supporting their mission of ‘making lives better through sport’. Click here to learn more about their projects.

Click here to watch an example of what a Race Night involves (we will put our own Ealing Trailfinders spin on the event)!

Individual tickets are on sale for just £5 or you can book a table with your friends, family or fellow supporters.

To book or for further information please email: info@etprm.com.

We look forward to welcoming you to our Race Night!

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Team Line-up: Hartpury (A) Cup

Ahead of our final round of the group stages, Ben Ward and his coaching team have named another strong side ahead of this crucial Championship Cup tie.

With the Trailfinders just a point ahead of Jersey Reds in Pool 1, they know that only a bonus point victory will see them top the group and guarantee a path through to the knockout stages.

This however will be easier said than done, as they travel to the ALPAS Arena to face a strong Hartpury side who will be looking for revenge from last month’s 13-26 defeat.

The team which will look to qualify for the next round will see Kyle Whyte and Ross Kane start upfront, either side of Alun Walker.

After his successful impact off the bench, Andrew Davidson will start for the first time as he partners Simon Linsell in the second-row.

The back-row remains unchanged, as Rob Farrar captains the side from the blindside, with Simon Uzokwe and David Douglas Bridge continuing at openside and number 8 respectively.

After a dominant display last weekend, Jordan Burns and Dan Lancaster continue at halfback as they look to develop their partnership further.

There is only one change to the backline, as Steven Shingler drops out due to injury, allowing James Cordy-Redden to start from the outset. This does however require a bit of reshuffling of positions, as Max Bodilly shifts to back to the centres where he partners Reuben Bird-Tulloch. This then allows Jonah Holmes to move back to fullback, with Cian Kelleher and Cordy-Redden on the wings.

Among the replacements, new signing Rhys Anstey is in line to make his Trailfinders debut as he is named in the number 19 shirt.

Ealing Trailfinders team to face Hartpury:

 

15. Jonah Holmes

14. James Cordy-Redden

13. Max Bodilly

12. Reuben Bird-Tulloch

11. Cian Kelleher

10. Dan Lancaster

9. Jordan Burns

1. Kyle whyte

2. Alun Walker

3. Ross Kane

4. Andrew Davidson

5. Simon Linsell

6. Rob Farrar (C)

7. Simon Uzokwe

8. David Douglas Bridge

Replacements:

 

16. Shaun Malton

17. James Gibbons

18. George Davis

19. Rhys Anstey (Debut)

20. Ollie Newman

21. Craig Hampson

22. Craig Willis

23. Jack Digby

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Match Guide: Hartpury (A) Cup

Make sure you’re ready for our crucial trip to Hartpury on Friday night as we look to secure top spot in the final round of the group stages.

 

RFU CHAMPIONSHIP CUP – ROUND 6

Date: Friday 17th February

Kick-Off: 7.45pm

Location: The Alpas Arena, Hartpury

Tickets: Available from £5 – click here to purchase

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

ABOUT THE OPPOSITION:

Hartpury are always a tough team to face, and they are a side that we know well this season, having already faced them three times this year – twice in the league and once in the cup!

The university are known for their incredible production line of talent that goes on to play at the highest level. Among their alumni are British & Irish Lions Louis Rees-Zammit, Jonny Hill and Ross Moriarty; England Internationals Jonny May, Ellis Genge and Dan Robson; and Italian International Sebastian Negri.

LAST TIME WE MET:

It was only a matter of weeks ago that we last travelled to the ALPAS Arena, in a game that almost didn’t happen due to the wintery conditions. With the stadium pitch frozen over, the game was moved to the next-door 4G training pitch to ensure the match could still be played.

Amid dense fog, Trailfinders got the game underway, however it was Hartpury who got the first score after a quarter of an hour. Trailfinders remained calm however and went back to a real strength, the rolling maul. Two Simon Uzokwe scores and a penalty try, all from the maul, was only cancelled out by a solitary Hartpury penalty, meaning the score at half-time was Hartpury 10-21 Ealing Trailfinders.

In the second-half, and as the fog became denser, the opportunities for attacking rugby became even less. The hosts slotted an early penalty, before Carlo Tizzano secured the bonus point score as we ran out 13-26 victors.

FORM GUIDE:

Ealing Trailfinders:

W: Ealing Trailfinders 71-14 (Saturday 17th February)

Click here to watch match highlights.

L: Jersey 28-27 Ealing Trailfinders (Saturday 4th February)

Click here to watch match highlights.

L: Ealing Trailfinders 19-22 Coventry (Saturday 28th January)

Click here to watch match highlights.

Hartpury:

L: Hartpury 7-47 Jersey Reds (Friday 10th February)

L: Nottingham 24-12 Hartpury (Friday 3rd February)

W: Hartpury 26-14 Richmond (Saturday 28th January)

MATCH OFFICIALS:

Referee: Mike Hudson

AR1: Ryan Collier

AR2: Kevin Williams

POOL STANDINGS (AHEAD OF ROUND 6)

 

The team who tops each pool will qualify for the semi-finals, as well as the best runner-up across the three pools

Pool 1

1. Ealing Trailfinders – 21pts – PD: +126

2. Jersey Reds – 20pts – PD: +89

3. Nottingham – 6pts – PD: -92

4. Hartpury – 6pts – PD: -123

Pool 2

 

1. Doncaster Knights – 20pts – PD: +60

2. Coventry – 16pts – PD: +55

3. Bedford Blues – 10pts – PD: 0

4. London Scottish – 5pts – PD: -115

Pool 3

 

1. (q) Cornish Pirates – 25pts – PD: +143

2. Ampthill – 16pts – PD: +23

3. Richmond – 6pts – PD: -74

4. Caldy – 6pts – PD: -92

 

 

 

 

Welcome: Rhys Anstey and Andrew Davidson

Ealing Trailfinders are delighted to confirm the signing of second-rows Rhys Anstey from Cardiff Rugby and Andrew Davidson from Gloucester Rugby.

Andrew came through the ranks of Glasgow Warriors and featured for the Scotland U20 side, before signing with Gallagher Premiership side Newcastle Falcons in 2016. After an impressive string of performances, Davidson returned north of the border in 2019 with Glasgow, before signing with Edinburgh for two seasons.

In 2021, the 6ft 7in lock moved over to Gloucester and has constantly impressed for the Cherry & Whites, as he made 30 appearances for them during the past 18 months.

On discussing his move Andrew said: “I’m really pleased to have the opportunity to play for Ealing Trailfinders. Their first half of the season has been really impressive and I’m looking forward to helping finish the season strong!”

Director of Rugby Ben Ward said: “We’re delighted to have been able to bring someone of Andrew’s experience and quality to the club. Having previously played in both the Premiership and URC, we’re confident that he has strengthened our squad and we’re all excited to see what he can do.”

Ealing Trailfinders have also completed the signing of young second-row Rhys Anstey.

Rhys came through the Academy at Cardiff and made his competitive, first-team debut for the club during last season’s Heineken Champions Cup against defending champions Toulouse. He then backed up this display by running out at the Stoop against Harlequins a week later.

Coming in at 6ft 6in, the 21-year old second-row has spent time at Welsh Indigo Premiership Cardiff RFC, as well as representing Wales at age-group levels.

Speaking about his move to TFSC, Rhys said: “I’m delighted to be joining such an exciting and ambitious club in the heart of London.”

“The drive and competitiveness of all the boys and environment created by the coaches and the staff will only improve me as a player and I can’t wait to get started!”

Director of Rugby Ben Ward said quote: “Rhys is a really exciting young lock with great potential. He’s big and physical, despite being just 21 years-old, and I’m looking forward to seeing what he can do in a Trailfinders shirt.”

Andrew and Rhys have already begun training with the squad and is available for selection for this weekend’s game against Nottingham. Tickets for this game are available here.

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Match Programme: Nottingham (H) Cup

Get ready for Saturday’s Championship Cup clash with Nottingham by reading our free programme.

CLICK HERE to read this week’s programme.

Click here to follow our LIVE Twitter coverage.

Inside this week’s programme there is:

– Ben Ward’s Welcome

– Facing Old Friends – Neil Fowkes

– Quick Fire Questions – David Douglas Bridge

– Insight into Nottingham

– 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).

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Team Line-Up: Nottingham (H) Cup

After last weekend’s second-half fightback away in Jersey, Ben Ward and his coaches have named another strong side for tomorrow’s Championship Cup fixture against Nottingham.

Currently sitting at the top of Pool 1, Trailfinders know that passage through to the knock-out stages are within their own control, but they will face two tough tests, starting tomorrow against a resurgent Nottingham side.

Kyle Whyte comes into the front-row alongside Alun Walker and George Davis. The back five of the scrum remains unchanged, with Will Montgomery and Simon Linsell in the engine room and Rob Farrar, Simon Uzokwe and David Douglas Bridge making up the back-row.

 

There is a change at halfback, as Jordan Burns gets the opportunity to start after his try scoring impact off the bench last week. He will link up with Dan Lancaster who slots in at fly-half.

In the midfield, Steven Shingler will captain the side from 12, while Reuben Bird-Tulloch keeps his spot at 13. After impressing last weekend, Max Bodilly continues at fullback, while Jonah Holmes and Cian Kelleher returning on the wings.

Among the replacements is new signing Andrew Davidson, with the big second-row in line to make his debut from the bench.

Ealing Trailfinders team to face Nottingham:

15. Max Bodilly

14. Jonah Holmes

13. Reuben Bird-Tulloch

12. Steven Shingler (C)

11. Cian Kelleher

10. Dan Lancaster

9. Jordan Burns

1. Kyle Whyte

2. Alun Walker

3. George Davis

4. Will Montgomery

5. Simon Linsell

6. Rob Farrar

7. Simon Uzokwe

8. David Douglas Bridge

Replacements

 

16. Kevin O’Byrne

17. Will Davis

18. Jimmy Roots

19. Andrew Davidson (Debut)

20. Ollie Newman

21. Craig Hampson

22. James Cordy-Redden

23. Peter Robb

If you haven’t yet got your tickets for tomorrow’s Cup clash against Nottingham, get them here.

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Rob Farrar: January Player of the Month

Flanker Rob Farrar has been voted the Ealing Trailfinders Player of the Month for January.

The hard-working blindside has delivered another outstanding month for Ealing Trailfinders, featuring in all four fixtures against Caldy, Ampthill, Hartpury and Coventry. 

The 22-year-old has continued his superb start to life as a Trailfinder, having consistently set the tone in defence, putting in big tackles and being a force to be reckoned with at the breakdown.

He was particularly impactful in the away game at Hartpury, making 20 tackles, hitting 20 rucks, making two turnovers and having 100% carry dominance.

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

Congratulations Rob!

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Match Guide: Nottingham – Cup (H)

Read all about this weekend’s match-up and book tickets for an exciting afternoon of Championship Cup action at Trailfinders Sports Club.

EALING TRAILFINDERS v NOTTINGHAM – CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS.

CHAMPIONSHIP CUP – ROUND 5:

Date: Saturday 11th February

Kick-Off: 3pm

Location: Trailfinders Sports Club, W13 0DD

Tickets: Available from £16 – click here to book

Coverage: Live coverage via Twitter

PRE-MATCH LUNCH:

To book our delicious pre-match hospitality (two-course email) click here or email: hospitality@etprm.com.

SIX NATIONS SCREENINGS:

 

We will be showing the Ireland v France (2:15pm) and Scotland v Wales (4:45pm) Six Nations matches LIVE on the big screen in the clubhouse.

 

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.

CLUB SHOP:

Our club shop, including our 2022/23 replica shirt, will be in operation from 1:30pm and 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.

MATCH DAY SCHEDULE:

1:30pm: Club Shop Open

2:15pm: Ireland v France LIVE screening

2:55pm: Guard of Honour

3pm: Ealing Trailfinders v Nottingham

Half-Time: Ealing Trailfinders Cheerleading Performance

Full-Time: Bread Street Café Player of the Match

4:45pm: Scotland v Wales LIVE screening

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE OPPOSITION:

Nottingham have had a tough start to 2023, but although they may have not always got the results they would have wanted, the performances have certainly been there.

The opening game of the year saw a valiant display down in Penzance as Cornish Pirates were able to grind out a 17-6 victory. They then faced the in-form Caldy, who won an exciting 17-29 affair before they travelled to Doncaster and faced a resurgent Knights side. With ten minutes left to play, the Archers were only five points down, but a late penalty followed by an intercept try saw the hosts win it 32-17.

After a difficult January, last weekend’s return of the Championship Cup couldn’t come soon enough for Nottingham as they faced Hartpury at the Bay. For a team known for their attack, their performance was built around their strong defence, as they ground down the visitors before David Williams was set loose for his hat-trick as they ran out 24-12 victors.

LAST TIME WE MET:

Our last trip against the Archers came in this competition in mid-November as we travelled to the Bay and only just emerged with the result.

The hosts came out of the blocks fast as Morgan Bunting and David Williams helped them race to a 12-0 lead. In a game that was not as slick as Trailfinders had become used to, they went back to one of their real strengths, the rolling maul. Simon Uzokwe was able to bundle over on the back of one in the first 40, before Carlo Tizzano claimed a brace, also on the back of the maul, in the second half.

Nottingham levelled the scores up at 19-19 through Jordan Olowofela, but a try from Jan-Henning Campher with 10 minutes to go was enough to close out a tight 19-26 victory.

Director of Rugby Ben Ward said: “Sometimes you just have to find a way to win and today was one of those occasions. Credit has to go to Nottingham for putting us under so much pressure, but I’m pleased to be coming away with all five points.”

FORM GUIDE:

Ealing Trailfinders:

L: Jersey 28-27 Ealing Trailfinders (Saturday 4th February)

Click here to watch match highlights.

L: Ealing Trailfinders 19-22 Coventry (Saturday 28th January)

Click here to watch match highlights.

W: Hartpury 13-26 Ealing Trailfinders (Saturday 21st January)

Click here to watch match highlights.

Nottingham:

W: Nottingham 24-12 Hartpury (Friday 3rd February)

L: Doncaster Knights 32-17 Nottingham (Saturday 28th January)

L: Nottingham 17-29 Caldy (Friday 20th January)

MATCH OFFICIALS:

Referee: Charlie Gayther

AR1: Simon Harding

AR2: Mike Woods

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). 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 MATCH DAY AT EALING TRAILFINDERS!

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Team Line-up: Jersey Reds (A) Cup

With a change in competition, it doesn’t mean there’s a change in intensity as Ben Ward and his coaching team have named a strong side for our trip to Jersey.

Up front, James Gibbons and Alun Walker will pack down next to George Davis who is making his first start of the season.

Will Montgomery switches from number eight to partner Simon Linsell in the second-row. This allows David Douglas Bridge to come in and make his first Trailfinders start, with match day captain Rob Farrar on the blindside and Simon Uzokwe on the openside.

Craig Hampson and Craig Willis continue at half-back, while Peter Robb and Reuben Bird-Tulloch will make up an exciting, new-look midfield.

The back-three sees James Cordy-Redden and Nathan Earle partner Max Bodilly, who shifts to fullback.

Tomorrow’s game at the State Santander International will kick-off at 2pm. If you are making the trip over, you can buy tickets here. Alternatively, you can follow the live coverage via Twitter.

Ealing Trailfinders team to face Jersey Reds:

15. Max Bodilly

14. Nathan Earle

13. Reuben Bird-Tulloch

12. Peter Robb

11. James Cordy-Redden

10. Craig Willis

9. Craig Hampson

1. James Gibbons

2. Alun Walker

3. George Davis

4. Will Montgomery

5. Simon Linsell

6. Rob Farrar (C)

7. Simon Uzokwe

8. David Douglas Bridge

Replacements:

16. Kevin O’Byrne

17. Will Davis

18. Ross Kane

19. Ollie Newman

20. Jack Digby

21. Jordan Burns

22. Dan Lancaster

23. Steven Shingler

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Academy Pathway Seminars

Over the next three months we have a range of virtual seminars for players in our academy pathways and potential new recruits to Brunel University.

Goal Setting / Time Management for an aspiring athlete with Tom Mclaughlin – Thursday 9th March

Tom is the High Performance Manager at Ealing Trailfinders and his talk will provide an insight into professional rugby and how to balance time as an academy athlete. It will also explain some stories of how athletes became successful in rugby.

Topic: Goal Setting and Time Management with Tom Mclaughlin

Time: Mar 9, 2023 06:00 PM London

Join Zoom Meeting: https://bruneluniversity.zoom.us/j/6539789600

Meeting ID: 653 978 9600

Passcode: ETFPathway

Sports Psychology with Tom Hodgins – Tuesday 28th March

Tom is the club’s performance psychologist and he will lead a discussion with players who have made the journey to first team rugby at Ealing Trailfinders. Throughout the seminar, they will discuss the highs and lows, sharing lessons and tips which will help you along your way.

Topic: Sports Psychology with Tom Hodgins

Time: Mar 28, 2023 07:00 PM London

Join Zoom Meeting: https://bruneluniversity.zoom.us/j/6539789600 

Meeting ID: 653 978 9600

Passcode: ETFPathway

Lessons of experience with past and present Ealing Trailfinders Academy Pathway Players – Tuesday 25th April

This seminar will see pathway players, past and present, speaking about their journey from school rugby to training and playing with the senior rugby squad; lessons they have learned, tips they would have given their Under 18 self and challenges they have faced that have helped them to succeed.

Topic: Lessons of Experience with past and present Academy Pathway Players

Time: Apr 25, 2023 07:00 PM London

Join Zoom Meeting: https://bruneluniversity.zoom.us/j/6539789600

 

Meeting ID: 653 978 9600

Passcode: ETFPathway

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