Introduction

Well Wimbeldon is happening so it must be a damp June, which is probably a blessing to the lads who have reported back for pre-season training as Coach John Penny is introducing a new and welcomed mentality to the training programme. All players are expected to attend either the Wednesday or the Saturday (ideally both!!) training session.

The AGM passed off without incident and I am pleased to confirm that Howard Johnson was re-elected as President with Jon Doggett as Club Captain. I am sure I am not alone in wishing all elected officials a successful season.

I have finally posted some pictures fo the Under 11's game against Wednesbury, click here.

Have a read of the below. The easyfunding system is now working, thanks to the 13 people who have committed themselves to the Club - and I know that at least two of them are work colleagues! So far we have raised 44 quid by doing nothing different when buying in the internet. we even have our first referral "The Holy Name Football Club" have joined up, so we now get 20% of whatever they raise. Lets get more clubs and societies to joining via our referral link. Any questions just ask!!

As many of you may know Handsworth RUFc has finally done away with the cess pit, one of John the Grounds least favourite jobs!, and introduced a pumping system into the main drainage. This was due to Ron Anderson's hard work and the support of both Derek Salter's Truck Services (midlands) Ltd and Biffaward. The press release is here.

easyfundraising.org.uk offers access to over 130 of the UK's biggest and best known retailers - but with a difference. Simply use the links provided on their web site when you shop online and a commission will be donated to Handsworth Rugby Union Football Club.

It doesn't cost you anything extra to shop and raise funds in this way and there are lots of popular retailers participating including: Marks and Spencer, Currys, Dixons, DELL, Amazon, HMV, Virgin, AOL, PLAY.COM, Choices Direct, Esure, The AA, Direct Line, Churchill and The Carphone Warehouse amongst many others.

As well as raising funds you can also make personal savings. Many retailers give special offers and "not-available-in-store" discounts when you shop online - some of which are exclusive to easyfundraising members.

All you need to do is visit www.easyfundraising.org.uk and register selecting Handsworth Rugby Union Football Club as the organisation you wish to support (registration is FREE).

You will be raising funds for us whilst making purchases you would make anyway.