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3rd XV
"
I know that the main scheme (of rugby) is to work
the ball down the field somehow and deposit it over
the line at the other end and that, in order to squalch
this programme, each side is allowed to put in a certain
amount of assault and battery and do things to its
fellow man which, if done elsewhere, would result
in 14 days without the option, coupled with some strong
remarks from the Bench."
P. G. Wodehouse (1930)
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For Season 2010-11 Fixtures, Results &
Match Reports, visit the Fixtures
page
For Season 2008-09 Points Scorers, click
here
For Season 2008-09 Appearances, click
here
For Season 2009-10 League Table, click
here
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After a marathon season in 2007/08 - in which we used a
small army of players and took part in countless matches
against (mostly) new opposition - the league has been split
for 2008/09.
Thanks to our top half finish, we remain in the 2nd XV
League Division 4E (Edinburgh & South), which has been
trimmed down to a more manageable 10 teams.
That said, it is still a tough looking league. Our old
adversaries - the Nails, Rodneys and 'Sonians 3rd XVs -
are still there, along with the best of the 'new teams'
from last year, namely the 2nd XVs of Forrester, Linlithgow,
Lasswade and Grangemouth. Add to that the promoted 2nd XVs
of Murrayfield Wanderers and Livingston and we have an interesting
season ahead.
As always, it's going to be good fun and a good standard
of rugby, but this time we've another new challenge and
a competitive league to get our teeth into. With a good
level of commitment from our regulars and some fresh blood,
we're more than capable of making an impact in this smaller
league.
We're always on the lookout for new players of any age
and/or ability to join us. The 3rd XV selectors are generally
able to draw on a potent mix of newcomers to the club, young
players, 'resting' 2nd XV players and players who are unable
to train but can still play rugby to a decent standard.
If you fit the bill, please contact managers Ric Clark,
John Hughes or Brodie Smithers via this
link, or, if you're really brave, then come down to training
on a Tuesday or Thursday night at 6.30 pm on the back pitches
at Inverleith.
Coaches for season 2008/09
The Mighty Threes will be coached and managed by 3rd XV
Skill Technicians Ric
Clark and John
Hughes, with the administrative backing of 'Secretary
of the Year' Brodie
Smithers.
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