Hobson's choice is our Summer CoacHclass at Medway RFC

Read more from Russell Bolton about new signing Jason Hobson visiting our Summer CoacHclass in Kent; sponsored by Su-Fix Pre-Cast Ltd

On the 20th August 2009 our CoacHclass Programme made an overdue debut in Kent with 70 young rugby players between the ages of 8 and 14 joining us at our Community Partner Club Medway RFC for our 2-Day Summer CoacHclass; sponsored by Su-Fix Pre Cast Ltd. CoacHclass continues to offer participants the opportunity to develop their core rugby skills and game understanding in and active, purposeful and enjoyable environment, with coaching delivered by our team of highly qualified and experienced community staff. Upon arrival the players registered and were then briefed by CoacHclass Development Officer Russell Bolton. They were then split into their age groups and introduced to their coaches.

• U7s & U8s coached by Russell Bolton & Ben Hardy
• U9s coached by Josh Lenthall
• U10s & U11s coached by Andy Soper, Ben Hardy & Paul Loader
• U12s & U13s coached by Jonny Hutchings
• U14s & U15s coached by Paul Farrington
• U16s & U17s coached by Danny Vaughan

On Day Two we were joined by our new signing Jason Hobson. The England international is currently out of action with a torn Achilles and will be back in action around Christmas. Jason made his CoacHclass debut and took the time to have a photograph taken with each of the participants and also presented our CoacHclass Awards. We would like to thank Jason for his time and enthusiasm; something which will surely have made that day very special for all of the CoacHclass participants.

Over the course of the two days the groups worked through a variety of skills and games to improve their overall play. In the mornings the groups rotated through different skills sessions so that they could work with a variety of coaches and in the afternoon they were with their main age group coaches to ensure they developed the skills learned into their overall gameplay. As well as focusing on developing the technique of core skills in game related practices; to ensure that technique turns into skill conditioned games are used to put pressure on the players and so that they can improve their game understanding.

Throughout the week players had the opportunity to be rewarded for their ability, effort and attitude through our end of day CoacHclass awards. Below is a list of winners throughout the week.

Day One:

• U7s & U8s Most Improved of the Day – Matthew Douglas
• U7s & U8s Player of the Day – Ciaran Mulleary
• U9s Player of the Day – Archie Crouch
• U10s & U11s Most Improved Player of the Day – Angus Daly
• U10s & U11s Player of the Day – Sam Cream
• U12s & U13s Most Improved Player of the Day – Harry Bell
• U12s & U13s Player of the Day – Sam Kisbee
• U14s & U15s Player of the Day – Elliott Barnes
• U16s & U17s Most Improved Player of the Day – Ben Wellard
• U16s & U17s Player of the Day – Charlie Coleman

Day Two:

• U7s & U8s Most Improved Player of the Day – Nathan Howells
• U7s & U8s Player of the Day – Jacob Wearon
• U9s Most Improved Player of the Day – Harry Nelson
• U9s Player of the Day – Cullen Dally
• U10s & U11s Most Improved Player of the Day – Jack Valentine
• U10s & U11s Player of the Day – Callum Germany
• U12s & U13s Most Improved Player of the Day – Aaron Clark
• U12s & U13s Player of the Day – Daniel O’Brien
• U14s & U15s Player of the Day – Jasmine Clarke
• U16s & U17s Most Improved Player of the Day – Ollie Crouch
• U16s & U17s Player of the Day – Ryan Fuller

CoacHclass Awards:

• U7s & U8s Most Improved Player of the CoacHclass – Patrick Hemingway
• U7s & U8s Player of the CoacHclass – Egan Sharpe
• U9s Player of the CoacHclass – Max Bullock
• U10s & U11s Most Improved of the CoacHclass – Joshua Plumb
• U10s & U11s Player of the CoacHclass – Billy Young
• U12s & U13s Most Improved Player of the CoacHclass – Robert Butler
• U12s & U13s Player of the CoacHclass – Sam Sharpe
• U14s & U15s Player of the CoacHclass – Mylie Jones
• U16s & U17s Most Improved Player of the CoacHclass – Max Fenton
• U16s & U17s Player of the CoacHclass – Lewis Marriott

  All Most Improved and Players of the Day received a complimentary day on a future CoacHclass whilst the Most Improved and Players of the CoacHclass received a voucher to attend another two day CoacHclass. Congratulations to all of the prize winners.

  We would also like to thank Medway RFC for their continued support of London Wasps. A special thanks to Stuart Clark who was integral in the successful running of the CoacHclass. We look forward to working with Medway RFC in the future and their continued support of London Wasps.

  Also on CoacHclass we were also able to continue our partnership with Buzz Bars; the natural energy bar that helps the body refuel before during and after exercise.

  If you would like to secure your place on a London Wasps Autumn CoacHclass please visit www.wasps.co.uk; our Autumn CoacHclass venues will be:

  • Beaconsfield RFC – 26th to the 28th October 2009 - £80.00
  • Worthing RFC – 29th and 30th October 2009 - £55.00
  • Wallingford RFC – 29th and 30th October 2009 - £55.00

  We are also proud to announce our new CoacHclass Academy for players aged 14 – 17. Designed for players that want to reach the next level of their game. As well as top quality coaching you will also receive lectures based around the lifestyle of professional rugby players helping to provide you with all the information you need to fulfill your true potential. You will also receive a copy of our Elite Player Development Pack and specific feedback and action plans based on your performance. The first of the CoacHclass Academy will be held at

  • Beaconsfield RFC – 26th to the 28th October 2009 - £110.00
  • Wallingford RFC – 29th and 30th October 2009 - £75.00

  CoacHclass is sponsored by Su-Fix Pre-Cast Ltd. "Su-Fix Pre-Cast Ltd want to actively encourage children of all ages and skill levels from all social backgrounds to have equal opportunities to try rugby. Our sponsorship aims to place a strong emphasis on fun, activity, education, teamwork and self-discipline within a professional, safe and rewarding environment. We are delighted to be sponsors of the London Wasps CoacHclass programme." - Jamie Jewell, Managing Director, Su-Fix Pre-Cast Ltd

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