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Midhurst Cup

This is an annual cup between Bognor/Chi/Midhurst at U7-12’s where the club that “wins” most age groups wins the Cup. However, because of Age Grade Rugby the Cup will be “shared” – but, there will be a three-way fixture.

MRFC is a friendly club with a strong ethos of inclusivity. The day will be run in line with the RFU Core Values of Teamwork, Respect, Enjoyment, Discipline and Sportsmanship. The fundamental aim of the day is for players of all abilities to have fun whilst playing rugby!

Each club may enter up to two teams at each age group from U7 – U11. Teams must be of mixed ability.

GENERAL INFORMATION

HOW TO FIND US
Midhurst Rugby Club can be found next to Cowdray Ruins, just off the A272 on the East side of Midhurst. The Post Code is GU29 9AL. A map is available from our website www.pitchero.com/clubs/midhurst/contact/

PARKING
To avoid congestion, please arrive early and park in the North Street car park, where there is a short walk along the causeway to the rugby club. It is free on Sundays.

REGISTRATION
Registration will be in the clubhouse from 9.15am. Please complete the attached Entry form for each team beforehand and bring it with you on the day.

Each player must be a member of the club which they represent and be registered with the RFU and all players must be of the appropriate age for the team which they represent.

COACHES & REFEREE BRIEFING
There will be a briefing for all coaches and referees at 09.50 at the front of the Clubhouse.

KICK OFF
All games will kick off at 10.20 sharp. Please be ready to start promptly so the day can run to plan.

REFEREES
Each team should provide a referee to at least RFU Level 1 standard. Each pitch will have an allocated pitch steward to help getting matches under-way.

Referees are expected to carry a coin for the toss, a whistle and a note book and pen for score keeping and a stop watch for time keeping. Although the pitch steward will help with score keeping and time keeping, these are the responsibility of the referee, whose decision is final. Please ensure referees are in right place at the right time.

TOUCH JUDGES
Each team should nominate a touch judge at the start of every game; this will be overseen by the pitch steward.

FORMAT

A tournament schedule will follow in due course. Allocated pitches will be clearly marked on the day. Squad sizes are large in the hope that as many players as possible from you club can take part.

U10

Team Size – 8
Squad Size – 16

FIRST AID
First Aiders will be in attendance on the day, however each team should bring a qualified first aider with them, as well as full first aid kit.

CATERING
Our clubhouse bar will open and a range of hot and cold refreshments and food will be available from the clubhouse throughout the day.

NO DOGS PLEASE