First XV Game of the New Year
Weekly Newsletter (9 - 15 Jan)
General Updates
Happy New Year. I hope you all enjoyed the break over Christmas.
This weekend sees the resumption of the Leinster League and with six rounds left to go, things are very tight at the top of the table. We are leading the league and are two points ahead of Monkstown and four points ahead of Gorey.
This Saturday we are playing away to Div 2B champions from last season, Boyne RFC at 2.30pm, in the first of a block of three games in a row. This is a crucial phase of the league so please try to come along and support the team.
Hopefully, we will have a big crew of supporters up in Drogheda to cheer on Bernard and the team.
Remember your support is key to the club’s success!
The New Year kicked off with the 2XV & 3XV in action last week. Unfortunately, the 2nds had no luck in the Semi-Final of the Jim Byrne Cup, just coming up short to DLSP at Kilternan last Thursday night.
The 3XV kept up their recent great form in the League with a big win over Emerald Warriors last Saturday at The High School in Rathgar.
1st XV Next Fixture
Boyne vs Bective Rangers
Sat 14th Jan - Shamrock Lodge - Leinster League 1A
1st XV: KO: 2:30pm
2nd XV: KO: 1:00PM
3rd XV Next Fixture
St.Marys RFC vs Bective Rangers
Fri 13th Jan - Away - Metro Division 8
KO: 20:00pm
Mini's
U14’s lost to St Mary’s 22-7, played very well on the 1st half but leaked a couple of tries in the 2nd half.
U13’s won very well 46-23 versus a very physical Ashbourne side.
U9’s were away in Coolmine and competed very well in all their matches after some extra training over the festive period.
Fixtures this Sunday 15th Jan:
U14’s home to DLSP - kick off tbc
U13’s away to Blackrock - kick off tbc
U11’s away to Clontarf - kick off 9am
U10’s away to Blackrock - kick off 10am
Just to mention that Johnny Sexton was presented with the RDS 2023 Honorary Life Membership award at a reception last week attended by our own Bernard Jackman and Chairperson Jack McEvoy. Johnny of course never forgets where it all started for him and during his speech mentioned his fond memories from his days as a Bective Rangers Mini.
The Tesco Community Fund
The Tesco Community Fund provides financial support to good causes and community groups across Ireland. We were included in a recent round of The Tesco Community Fund, and we are delighted to tell you that we have been presented with a cheque for €714 by the Fund. A big thank you to all our Members and friends who voted for us by using their blue tokens in Tesco Express Donnybrook, Ranelagh & Rathmines. The funds will go towards the cost of new training kits.
Walk on the Wild Mountain Side
12th Annual Memorial Walk
Please join us – Robert Cuddy & Pat McKeown
From Glencullen (Johnny Fox’s Pub) – over the Wild Mountain Side to Donnybrook (Bective Rangers FC)
Sunday 29th January 2023
Depart Johnny Fox’s Pub @ 9.00am – Arrive Donnybrook (Bective Rangers FC) @ 1.00/1.30pm.
Call, text, WhatsApp, if available, to 087 2581631 or 087 2531818
Walking boots and (wet gear) – maybe Shorts and Shades – all are welcome
This is a great hike with spectacular views of Dublin Bay and the Wicklow Mountains. It isn't overly challenging, but a good workout.
Kit Swap Night
January can be a tough time financially for everyone and Bective Rangers are here to help! Along with contributing to sustainability, this is a great way to kick off the second half of the season. This will take the form of a Kit Swap Night for all age groups including Minis, Youths and Adult teams. To read more click this link.
!! Club Membership is OPEN !!
As you know the club depends on income from various channels for the day to day running of the club. Our most important income comes from our annual membership subscriptions. Without this income the club would cease to function. If you have overlooked renewing your subscription for 2022/2023 here is how you can pay:
Online through the Bective/IRFU Rugby Connect website (click here for direct link) or you can you download a Club Membership form and......click here to continue reading
Upcoming Club Fixtures
1XV vs Boyne, Sat 14 Jan Away
1XV vs Kilkenny , Sat 21 Jan Home
2XV vs Boyne, Sat 14 Jan Away
2XV vs Kilkenny , Sat 21 Jan Home
3XV vs St. Mary's College, Fri 13 Jan Away
3XV vs De La Salle Palmerston, Fri 20 Jan Home
U14’s home to DLSP - kick off tbc
U13’s away to Blackrock - kick off tbc
U11’s away to Clontarf - kick off 9am
U10’s away to Blackrock - kick off 10am
Save The Date
Walk on the Wild Side - In aid of Pieta
Sunday 29th January
Ladies Charity Lunch
Saturday 25th February
Annual Dinner
Friday 3rd March
Mini's Black Tie Ball
Saturday 25th March
Kit Swap Night
Dates TBC
