17th July 2008 - Squad for Newquay Surf Sevens 2008
The Legionnaires' first squad will be:
1. David Beynon
2. Paul Rumming
3. Kevin Jones
4. Dale Newell
5. Rhys Jones
6. James Pike
7. Craig Jones
8. Greg Roberts
9. Ryan Llewellyn
10. Ben Sullivan
For more information on the players, please go to our 'Current Legionnaires' section.
23rd May 2008 - The Legionnaires get press:
The progress made by the Legionnaires Rugby Team in the last few weeks is continuing to gather momentum. This is aptly demonstrated by the first piece of press coverage that the newly formed entity is about to receive. Next week the South Wales Guardian will be covering 'The Legionnaires' and the progress which has been made in the lead up to their inaugural tournament in Newquay, Cornwall. The South Wales Guardian will also be covering the team following the tournament with comprehensive report of the weekend's events.
The Legionnaires are extremely grateful to the South Wales Guardian for their support in helping raise the profile of the team in their "home", founder region. We are very ambitions to make 'The Legionnaires' a different kind of Sevens team, one which has a unique identity, and the presence draw and attract players from further afield.
'The Legionnaires' would urge anyone who has any ideas or would be interested in offering any services of support to get in touch via the 'Contact Us' section of this website. - "potius ingenio quam vi"
19th May 2008 - The Legionnaires make 'hits':
A milestone was reached this week in the Legionnaires' short two week existence. The website has now received over 1000 hits in just over 10 days. This is a great achievement and just goes to show the extent of interest there is in rugby sevens and 'The Legionnaires'. We will be hoping to maintain this progress over the coming weeks as we build momentum towards our first tournament and try to secure a sponsor.
If you feel that you can contribute to the Legionnaires' success in anyway please do not hesitate to get in touch. We'll be more than happy to hear from you!
Yours in Rugby
'The Legionnaires'
17th May 2008 - The Legionnaires search for sponsorship:
The Legionnaires have made remarkable progress in the last three weeks going from a concept to a finalised website and committing quality players. However, at this stage of our development finances are a very real issue and as such 'The Legionnaires' are currently in search of sponsorship. If anyone is interested in sponsoring this quickly growing sevens phenomenon then please get in touch via our 'Contact Us' section. Additionally, please can we draw your attention to our 'Sponsors' section which outlines the type of package we are able to offer.
We are committed to making ‘The Legionnaires’ a sevens success so what are you waiting for…get on board with us now!
10th May 2008 - The Legionnaires prepare to do battle:
The Legionnaires have been confirmed a place in their inaugural tournament. The Legionnaires rugby team will first take the field in the Acorn Newquay Surf 7s competition in Cornwall on 19th July 2008. This is a brand new tournament and has been well received in the sevens community with high competition for places at the event. The Legionnaires will be competing for the £1000 prize money and will be hoping to instil some pride and respect in the Legionnaires jersey. For more information on the inaugural Acorn Newquay Surf 7s please follow the link in our ‘Sevens Links’ section.
8th May 2008 - The Legionnaires recruit:
The Legionnaires are currently recruiting their first squad and have already had the commitment of some very talented sevens players. For more information regarding current players, please see our ‘Current Legionnaires’ section.
6th May 2008 - The Legionnaires secure the services of Nick Rudling:
The Legionnaires are delighted to announce that they have secured the services of Nick Rudling. Nick is a keen amateur photographer with a great eye for a photograph and will be travelling with the Legionnaires everywhere they go. Nick's pictures will eventually appear in our ‘Gallery’ section.
5th May 2008 - The Legionnaires appoint Team Manager for forthcoming season:
The Legionnaires are happy to report that Rhodri Jones has agreed to take the role of Team Manager for the forthcoming season. Rhodri would rather be playing but is delighted to be able to take this role while he recovers from his ‘paper shoulder syndrome’ injury. Rhodri will also be using his wealth of rugby knowledge and acting as general tactician from the touchline.
3rd May 2008 - The Legionnaires ‘just do it’:
The Legionnaires have just ordered their first team kit for the forthcoming Acorn Newquay Surf 7s. The kit is to be supplied by Nike and can be seen by going to our ‘Playing Kit’ section.