We've had an exceptional preseason, setting the foundation for what we believe will be an exciting and successful season. A key factor in our strong start has been the impressive turnout at training sessions, allowing us to refine every aspect of our game as we aim to build on last year's achievements.

The club has also successfully attracted several talented new players, adding depth and quality to the squad. These recruits, a mix of promising young talent and seasoned veterans, have seamlessly integrated into the team. Meanwhile, our existing squad members continue to raise the bar, driving the standards of training to new heights.

One of the most thrilling developments this preseason has been the involvement of two former professional players who have joined us for specialist coaching sessions. Former Italian international and Northampton Saints scrum-half Callum Braley shared his expertise on attacking strategies, while ex-Leicester Tiger and Worcester Warrior focused on enhancing the forwards' lineout techniques. Their experience and insights have been invaluable in sharpening our team's performance. Additionally, we've benefited from strength and conditioning sessions with Jamie from Peak Fitness in Warwick, which will help us elevate our game to the next level.

As we prepare to embark on our new league journey following the promotion of our 1st XV, and with our 2nd XV chasing their first piece of silverware since their revival, I am incredibly proud of the players' efforts during this preseason. The hard work is clearly paying off and on the pitch.

We’re also thrilled by the significant uptake in player sponsorships and are grateful to the local businesses supporting our club this season. Your backing means the world to us, and we look forward to making you proud.

Many of you were there to support us at Waterloo Fields during last season’s semi-final against Wigan, where we narrowly missed out on a chance to play at the home of rugby. We hope to see many familiar faces at the club again this year, and we deeply appreciate your continued support.