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The History of St. Ives RFC
Over the many years of Rugby Football being played in the town of St. Ives a great deal of history has been made including producing County, South West and International players from school boy honours to full England caps. From the early years playing at Lower Carnstabba and then at Hellesvean through to the present day playing at Alexandra Road. From reaching the first six Cornwall County Cup finals in a row (1968/74) to some of the major scalps and close shaves St. Ives have had against illustrious opponents, the following will hopefully give you a brief look at the history of this great club and revive happy memories for many.
Over the many years of Rugby Football being played in the town of St. Ives a great deal of history has been made including producing County, South West and International players from school boy honours to full England caps. From the early years playing at Lower Carnstabba and then at Hellesvean through to the present day playing at Alexandra Road. From reaching the first six Cornwall County Cup finals in a row (1968/74) to some of the major scalps and close shaves St. Ives have had against illustrious opponents, the following will hopefully give you a brief look at the history of this great club and revive happy memories for many.
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