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Season Opener -Saturday 30th August
Posted Tuesday, August 26 2008 by shield1977 | After a long and successful pre season,under Director of Rugby Simon Worrall,Leos are looking forward to competitive action this sat,when they welcome Percy Park RUFC,from North Shields to Crag Lane,for a pre season friendly.Percy Park,play in Northumberland and Durham 1 and after just missing promotion last season,will start the new season as favourites to go up.Indeed,they have realistic ambitions of returning to the National Leagues.
Leos retain the vast majority of last years squad,although some have trained with more regularity than others.A number of new and promising players have been attracted,who will be immediately pushing for first team places,as a couple of regulars will be missing the early games.Percy Park plan to bring some 35 players,together with supporters,for a weekend of 'bonding' and will be accommodated in on suite accommodation at Crag Lane,lovingly prepared by Chris Hall.New Vice Chairman Howellsey,has been put in charge of the after match BBQ,whilst rumours of bacon shortages are already circulating in north Leeds,with Tony being spotted in the various supermarkets,buying up supplies,with which to feed our guests.
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Yorkshire Merit Division 2 2008/2009
Posted Tuesday, August 12 2008 by shield1977 | After just missing out to Yarnbury for the 2007/08 title,Leo's second XV probably start the new season as favourites for promotion,under new skipper,Jamie Scott.The league has been increased from 10 sides to 12,with Pontefract relegated,whilst Castleford and Moortown have been promoted from Merit 3.
The table will consist of the following clubs;
Huddersfield YMCA
Pontefract
Leodiensian
North Ribblesdale
Ripon
Dinnington
Cleckheaton III
Roundhegians
West Park Leeds
Bradford Salem
Castleford
Moortown
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Autumn International Tickets
Posted Wednesday, August 6 2008 by shield1977 | 2008 AUTUMN INTERNATIONALS
Applications may now be made for the 4 international matches to be played at Twickenham this Autumn:
Pacific Islanders – Saturday 8 November
Australia – 15 November
South Africa – 22 November
New Zealand – 29 November
The information I have is that all games will kick off at 2.30pm.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY SINCE A DIFFERENT APPLICATION PROCEDURE APPLIES TO THE GAME AGAINST THE PACIFIC ISLANDERS.
Australia/South Africa/New Zealand
The Club has a fixed allocation of tickets for these matches, with the tickets costing £71, £60, £52 or £41.
If a Member wishes to apply for tickets (maximum of 2 tickets per member), please contact me with the following details:
• Match(es) for which you would like tickets
• Whether there is a limit on the amount you are willing to pay for tickets (bearing in mind that most of the tickets allocated to the Club cost £71)
• Your name, address, contact telephone numbers and e-mail address.
No payment is required at this stage for tickets for these 3 games.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS MONDAY 18 AUGUST 2008
If the number of applicants exceeds the number of tickets available, the Club Committee will conduct a ballot to allocate the tickets.
Pacific Islanders
The Club has no fixed allocation of tickets for this game. The Club can order as many tickets as it likes, but these are not sold on a sale or return basis. Therefore, any member applying for tickets for this game will also need to pay for these tickets at the time the application is made.
Again, a Member may apply for 2 tickets only for this game. Ticket prices are
Category 1 - £60 adult, £30 junior
Category 2 - £58 adult, £29 junior
Category 3 - £50 adult, £25 junior
Category 4 - £25 adult, £12.50 junior
THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS FOR THIS GAME IS TUESDAY 12 AUGUST.
Please send me details of your address, contact telephone numbers and e-mail address, together with a cheque made payable to Leodiensian RUFC for the cost of the tickets for which you wish to apply.
HELP FOR HEROES CHALLENGE/VARSITY MATCH
I have also received details from the RFU of the application procedures for the Help for Heroes Challenge to be played at Twickenham on 20 September, and the Varsity Match (to be played on Thursday 11 December).
If any member is interested in applying for tickets for either of these matches, please contact me for further details.
David Handy
3 August 2008
David.handy@addleshawgoddard.com
07720350326
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Yorkshire Shield
Posted Saturday, July 5 2008 by shield1977 | Following on from the Senior Vase,the draw for the 1st round of the Yorkshire Shield has now been made and sees Leo's with another home tie,against Yorks 1 side Bradford Salem.The tie is scheduled for sat 18 Oct.
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EDF Energy Senior Vase
Posted Friday, July 4 2008 by shield1977 | The draw for the above has now been made and Leo's have a welcome home tie against Egremont,on sat 6 Sept.Egremont,play in the strong Cumbria League,which also includes Whitehaven and Workington.They are sure to offer a stern test,particularly in the forwards.
Details have also been finalised for the first pre season game and we can now confirm,that we will be entertaining old friends Percy Park RUFC,from North Shields.They play in Durham and Northumberland 1,where they were unlucky to miss out on promotion last season,finishing third.They are coming down on a mini tour,so will no doubt look forward to being entertained,both in the Clubhouse and various north Leeds drinking establishments.
Pre season training commenced last tues and it was good to see a strong turn out of over thirty players.It was particularly pleasing to see representatives of all four senior sides,together with a number of new players.Training will now continue each tues and thurs at the Clubhouse,with further information available for Club Officials listed below.New players,are of course,particularly welcome.
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Pre - Season
Posted Friday, June 13 2008 by shield1977 | Pre season training,will commence at the Club, on tues 1st July at 7.00pm prompt and then each successive tues/thurs.All players,new and old,will be made very welcome.Training will again be taken by Director of Rugby,Simon Worrall,the former Leeds Tykes/Carnegie back rower and current Leeds Rhinos first team player.Last season,his enthusiastic and innovative approach,proved highly popular and successful,to players of all abilities.
Details of the first pre season game are close to being finalised and is likely to be at home on sat 30 Aug,against old friends from the north east.The following saturday,is likely to see the first round of the Senior Vase - yet to be drawn.
Leo's are one of the few Yorkshire Clubs still to be selecting four senior sides,so players of all ages and ability are made very welcome.In addition,there are successful Ladies and Junior/Mini sections,whilst the first team pitch,offers one of the best playing surfaces in the county.
Anyone requiring any additional information,is most welcome to contact Chairman of Rugby,Chris Hall (07980 827 355),First XV Captain,Nick Burdon (07725 794 736) or the Clubhouse ( 0113 267 3409).
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Leos 1st XV Fixtures 2008-2009
Posted Wednesday, May 28 2008 by shield1977 | 13 Sept. Pocklington A
20 Sept Knottingley H
27 Sept Huddersfield YMCA A
4 Oct Dinnington H
11 Oct Castleford A
25 Oct Bye
1 Nov Moortown H
8 Nov North Ribblesdale A
15 Nov Ripon H
29 Nov Wheatley Hills A
6 Dec Yarnbury H
20 Dec Knottingley A
10 Jan Huddersfield YMCA H
24 Jan Dinnington A
31 Jan Castleford H
14 Feb Bye
21 Feb Moortown A
7 Mar North Ribblesdale H
14 Mar Ripon A
29 Mar Wheatley Hills H
4 Apr Yarnbury A
19 Apr Pocklington H
Details of edf senior vase fixture and Yorkshire shield will be advised in due course
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Fixtures 2008/2009
Posted Monday, May 26 2008 by shield1977 | The somewhat unusual and complex fixture scenario for Yorkshire Division 2,has finally been resolved.The main complication,was that Redcar,who were moved into Yorks Div 1,for a season,finished in bottom place,but have opted to return to the Northumberland/Durham leagues,rather than remain in Yorkshire.In effect therefore,only one side,Huddersfield YMCA,could be relegated into Yorks 2.No other side from Northumberland/Durham were prepared to undertake the extra travel,so it has been decided that next season,Yorks Division 2,will comprise of 11 teams.
Old Brods and Skipton were of course promoted,whilst West Park Leeds and Goole were relegated.So next season,the eight remaining sides,Leo's,Pocklington,Yarnbury,Wheatley Hills,North Ribblesdale,Ripon,Knottingley and Dinnington,will be joined by Huddersfield YMCA,relegated from Yorks 2.The two promoted teams from Yorks 3,are Castleford and Moortown.Leo's start their league season on sat. 13 Sept,with an away fixture at Pocklington.
In late season fixtures,Hartbury College (effectively Gloucester Academy),beat Wheatley Hills at Twickenham by 83 - 5,in the Senior Vase,whilst in the all Yorkshire Junior Vase Final,Castleford beat Doncaster Phoenix 14 - 11.Sandal beat Old Brods 22 - 5 in the Yorkshire Shield final,whilst in a Play Off game,Ilkley beat Northern 28 - 24,to secure promotion from Yorks 1,to the North East league,with York being relegated from the North East,to Yorks 1.With Sandal promoted as Champions of Yorks 1,Glossop,from the MIdlands League have requested a transfer into Yorkshire and so will make up the twelth team in Yorks 1.
Further news on pre season training and pre season friendley fixtures will follow shortly.
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No May Day Sevens this year
Posted Monday, April 21 2008 by Cadgey | Unfortunately, Leos will not be hosting our annual sevens competition this year on May Bank Holiday.
We plan to relaunch the competition next year on the Sunday instead of the Monday - so we hope to see you in 2009!
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Leos demolish West Park Leeds
Posted Saturday, April 19 2008 by shield1977 | Leos continued there tremendous form following last weeks victory against Wheatley Hills, with another superb performance today,beating West Park Leeds by 32-12 at the sycamores.
This vital win ensured we will continue to be playing in Yorkshire Division 2 next season and meant that following todays other results Goole are relegated along with West Park Leeds to Yorkshire Division 3.
Leos were cheered on by a large band of travelling supporters who outnumbered the home support and they did the club proud with this fine win.
Turning round at half time leading 17-12 and with the wind at their backs,we monopolised possession and were fully worthy of this victory.Like last week this was once more a real team performance with every player playing his part.
Match report can be viewed on the above link
Results to day:
Dinnington 13 - 3 Pocklington
Ripon 3 - 33 Old Brodleians
Skipton 11 - 7 North Ribblesdale
West Park Leeds 12 - 32 Leodiensians
Wheatley Hills 36 - 0 Knottingley
Yarnbury 42 - 7 Goole
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West Park Leeds v Leos Saturday 19th April
Posted Wednesday, April 16 2008 by shield1977 | Leos travel the short distance to Bramhope on Saturday in the final league fixture of the season and one which is of vital importance to the club.
Leos need a victory to secure their safety and avoid joining west park in being relegated next season to Yorkshire Division 3.
For the hosts this will be their last fixture played out of their old clubhouse, so a good size crowd is anticipated for this important game.
Kick off at the sycamores is 3.00pm.
As many Leos will be aware our long standing groundsman Paul Marshall is retiring on saturday after giving so many years devotion to the club.Whilst he will not be at West Park Leeds on saturday, he will instead be preparing the 1st team pitch for the last time for the second team fixture at crag lane, on behalf of all Leos we thank him for his immense contribution to the club.There will clearly be further recognisition and tributes to Paul in the near future,as his work and loyalty to the club are unsurpassed.
To check out the league positions - CLICK HERE
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Awesome Leos Outgun Wheatley Hills
Posted Sunday, April 13 2008 by shield1977 | Leos produced a performance of the highest quality to outplay a Wheatley Hills side who had not been beaten since christmas and who have reached the final of the EDF senior vase at twickenham.
Leos new the magnitude of their task and were magnificant and fully worthy of this comprehensive victory by 18-0, scoring 3 tries.
Thw whole 1st team squad were "up for the game" and this superb victory has now given us the chance to remain in Yorkshire division 2 next season.
The reality is that our destination is in our own hands and we now need to win our final game of the season at local rivals west park leeds on saturday.
Well done to the team on producing a performance which was by far the best of the season.
All 18 leos players were worthy of the man of the match award and deserve a mention alongside coach simon worrall who galvanised the team:
Brown, Knibbs, Frear, Pearson, Pears, Bouvet, Lynch, Connell, Forton, Beebs, Fforde, Myerscough, Burdon, Peycke, Varley, Grant, Sanity, Bindloss
We must now produce the same performance on saturday at west park.
The squad once more knows the significance of the game which is the most important since our game in the vase final 4 years ago.
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Leos v Wheatley Hills
Posted Wednesday, April 9 2008 by shield1977 | Leos welcome high flying Wheatley Hills to crag lane this Saturday for a league fixture where a win is absolutely vital to the club.
The visitors are having a successful season and proudly follow the yorkshire tradition over the past few years, of being in the final of the EDF Senior Vase at Twickenham where they play currently unbeaten Hartpury College from Gloucester on May 10th.
We are currently second from bottom of the league and a win is vital for us to remain in Yorkshire 2 next season.
The team are well aware of the challenge that lies ahead on saturday and the side have been training hard following a great performance the previous week against Skipton.
A close encounter is expected and the chaiman urges as many Leos as possible to attend the match on Saturday kick off 3.00pm to cheer on the lads.
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Leos suffer agonising defeat to Skipton
Posted Thursday, April 3 2008 by shield1977 | Leos produced a superb team performance in atrocious weather conditions last saturday,but agonisingly lost by a single point 16-17 to Skipton enabling the visitors to clinch the second promotion place to Yorkshire1
This was a true test of character and skipton readily acknowledged that this was one of their hardest games for them of the season.
As has been confirmed all season there is very little difference between all the teams in this division and this defeat has pushed us deep into the relgation zone.
We have 2 games left against Wheatley Hills at home and West Park Leeds away.
In reality we need to win both games to remain in Yorkshire 2.
There is no question that if we can produce the same team performance for these games as we did against Skipton we are more than capable of winning both games.
The main thing now is for all the senior members of the squad to make sure they are available for these 2 very important games which are vital to the club.
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Leos v Skipton Saturday 30th March
Posted Friday, March 28 2008 by shield1977 | Leos welcome Skipton to Crag Lane tomorrow with both sides looking for a victory for different reasons.
A win for Skipton will secure promotion to Yorkshire 1 whilst Leos need a victory to move away from the relegation zone.
This clearly is a very important game for Leos and all support is especially welcome to cheer on the lads kick off is 3.00pm
Whilst Skipton will come into the game as favourites, Leos 1st team squad have prepared well for the game and field a side which we feel confident can cause an upset to the form book.
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Leos lose to Ripon
Posted Saturday, March 8 2008 by shield1977 | Leos once more underperformed in this league fixture at Ripon today,losing by 24 -8 against a team we could and should have beaten.
No excuses Ripon were worthy of this victory and clearly were far more motivated to secure the points to remain in Yorkshire division 2 next season.
For the first time we have now been dragged into the relegation battle and we have 3 remaining games to pull ourselves clear.
2 homes games against Skipton and Wheatley Hills followed by a final fixture away against West Park Leeds.
We have the players and resources to gain the required points to secure safety.The reality is that we have become complacent and have too many key players who have not made themselves available for selection over the past few months.
The time has come to show commitment to the skipper and club in the final month of the season to get the results we need.We are more than capable of achieving this but only if we get our senior team out on the park.Our destiny is in our own hands.
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Leos suffer defeat against League Champions
Posted Sunday, March 2 2008 by shield1977 | Leos produced a determined battling display against league champions Old Brodleians at Crag Lane but were finally beaten by 5-20.
This victory confirmed Brods being crowned Yorkshire 2 champions, but they were made to work hard for this win,giving Leos confidence and a good platform for the remaining 4 league fixtures of the season.
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Leos Rugby Club Dinner 2008
Posted Wednesday, February 20 2008 by jamesdeb | This year's Leos Rugby Club Dinner will be held at the clubhouse on Thursday 20th March (the Thursday before Easter - no need to book the next day off work!). 7.30 start and it will no doubt continue into the small-hours.
Tickets are £20 per head. All players (past and present) and members are welcome.
The after-dinner speaker is David Taylor, who will be well-remembered by those who attended the 2006 event.
If you want to come please let your team captain know or sign up on the poster in the foyer of the clubhouse.
Don't miss out on what will prove to be an excellent evening!
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Leos suffer comprehensive defeat at North Ribblesdale
Posted Saturday, February 16 2008 by shield1977 | This eagerly anticipated league fixture at Settle this afternoon proved to be a severe anti climax, due to the fact that the late withdrawal of 4 key members of the Leos pack through varying reasons that comprehensively outplayed Pocklington the previous week,meant that Leos took the field with a second string pack who were no match for the Ribblesdale forwards.
Take nothing away from North Ribb as they were well worthy of this 39-6 victory as they monopolised possession throughout the 80 miniutes.
Never mind what might have been, the plain facts are that by fielding an understrength side against North Ribblesdale who have one of the strongest packs in the league, meant that the "writing was on the wall" even before kick off and this proved to be the case.
Yes there were some strong performances from the backs, well led by Winter and Porter and some heroic defending from Russ Brown, but if you are starved of possession, then there is a limit to what can be done.
Next weekend we have a break from league fixtures which allows for us to regroup and support Nick Burdon in preparation for the visit of league leaders Old Brods to Crag Lane in a fortnight.
If we are able to field a full strength side as has been shown over the season, then we are a match for any side, including Old Brods.
Lets make sure we put some hard work in on the training field, confirm our availabilty and become the first league side this season to inflict a defeat on Old Brods.They themselves will come to Crag Lane remembering the defeat we inflicted upon them in the vase cup a couple of seasons ago.
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International Representation
Posted Thursday, February 14 2008 by shield1977 |
Just a note to congratulate Sarah Beale of Leo's Ladies,who represented England RFUW 1st XV,in their convincing 55 - 0 victory over the Welsh.
Leo's Ladies currently lie fourth in RFUW Championship North 1,whilst the second team are fifth in RFUW NC North 1.
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Leos 30 v Pocklington 12
Posted Tuesday, February 12 2008 by shield1977 | What a difference a week makes!!
Leos returned to winning ways on saturday with a great team performance, by totally outplaying a Pocklington side by 30-12 and severly denting any chances that the visitors had of securing the second promotion place behind Old Brods.
This was more like the Leos who must be a "pools panel nightmare"!!! for predicting the right result, because on our day as illustrated by this resounding victory, we are more than a match for any side.
Well done to all the squad for a great victory.
Full Match report can be viewed by clicking on the link above.
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Yorkshire RFU Disciplinary Reports
Posted Thursday, January 31 2008 by shield1977 | Anyone interested in accessing the Yorkshire Referee's Disciplinary Reports for this season (Oct,Nov,Dec),can do so via the following link.Makes interesting reading,with our Ist XV game against Dinnington,referred to in the Dec Report. Yorkshire RFU Disciplinary Reports
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Leos Fixtures/Results 2007/2008
Posted Thursday, January 31 2008 by shield1977 | Anyone wishing to access this seasons fixtures,results and scores for the various teams,can do so via the above Fixtures link.Thanks to JD for updating the 2nd XV results who at present sit proudly at the top of the merit table.
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Leos 5 v Knottingley 18
Posted Saturday, January 26 2008 by shield1977 | Leos playing against the elements and into a strong wind turned round at half time leading by 5-3, thanks to a try by hooker Jim Forton and an extremely competent team display.
With the elements and strong wind at their backs this should have resulted in a resounding victory, but the reality was that Leos produced a second half performance which without question was their worst 40 minutes of the season and gifted the visitors a much needed victory to secure the 2 points.
Make no mistake Knottingley thoroughly deserved this win, as they monopolised possession in the second half and did not allow Leos to utilise the elements.
For Leos there can be no excuses and the reality was that despite a strong back line they were deprived of possession,and the reality is that the pack never fronted up and were left well short.
The best two forwards were undoubtedly Tim FForde and Jim Forton who were both yellow carded in the second half to leave Leos battling with 13 players which ultimately decided the game.
The plain facts are that on our day Leos are capable of beating the very best,and at worst as demonstrated today came off second best against a very average Knottingley side.
Leos on todays performance seem to be content with mid/low table mediocracy.With greater conviction we are able to achieve far more and with the next league game in 2 weeks time at home to Pocklington the coaching staff and captain need to put some hard work together on the training field to unleash the potential which exists within the camp but on todays performance was never shown.
Match report can be viewed on the link bove
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Leos 2nd XV Lead Merit Table
Posted Wednesday, January 23 2008 by shield1977 | The latest Yorkshire Division 2 Merit Table listings,still sees Leo's maintaining top spot,with Yarnbury,Roundhegians and Ripon following closely behind.
Recent results include victories over Cleckheaton,WPL and Dinnington,together with a narrow loss against our nearest challengers,Yarnbury.
League table can be viewed by clicking on the link http://www.yorkshirerfu.co.uk/Yorkshire_Competitions/Yorks2.htm
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Leos lose out to Goole in injury time
Posted Sunday, January 20 2008 by shield1977 | Leos suffered an agonising defeat in their away league fixture at Goole on Saturday,losing by 22-15 after having been in the ascendancy for the majority of the game.
Full match report can be viewed on the link above
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Leos beat Moortown in "friendly" fixture
Posted Monday, January 14 2008 by shield1977 | Without a league fixture at the weekend,Leo's played Moortown in a friendly at Far Moss and came away with a 24 - 10 success.Two first half tries from Brown and a conversion from Bouvet,gave Leo's a 12 - 0 half time lead,with second half scores from Connell and Beck and a further conversion from Bouvet.Moortown responded with two tries of their own,via their useful back row.
It was another successful weekend for the club,with the seconds,thirds and fourths all securing victories.
Next week sees a return to league action,with the firsts travelling to Goole,who lie just below us in the table.They are however difficult to beat at home,as was demonstrated this weekend,when in a rearranged league fixture,they pipped high flying Pocklington,by 18 - 15.
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Leos Gain League Double Over Dinnington
Posted Saturday, January 5 2008 by shield1977 | Leos beat Dinnington today at crag lane by 13-3, to secure a league double, having previously beaten the South Yorkshire side away earlier in the season.
Leos were full value for this victory against a side whose recent form over the past month had been impressive in the league.
Full match report can be viewed by clicking on the link above.
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Leos Update
Posted Monday, December 31 2007 by shield1977 | Leos wish all Members and Supporters,where ever they may be,a Happy and Prosperous New Year.
The New Year opens on saturday with a home league game against Dinnington,who we pipped 18 -17 earlier in the year.Since then,Dinnington have found improved form,in beating Knottingley(twice) and Goole.They will however be without their Number 8,who players and spectators may recall,was sent off,after the final whistle,in the game against us.He is currently serving a 9 match ban.
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Leos defeat Yarnbury in local league derby
Posted Saturday, December 22 2007 by shield1977 | Leos produced a festive season performance to defeat Yarnbury at Horsforth this afternoon by 15-10 in the league and avenge their defeat by the hosts at crag lane some 4 weeks ago.
This was the best away performance by the Leos 1st XV all season and they thoroughly deserved a victory which was ultimately far more convincing than the final score line suggests.
Full match report can be read by clicking on the link above
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1st XV Update
Posted Sunday, December 16 2007 by shield1977 | Yesterdays 1st XV League fixture with Yarnbury,was postponed because of a frozen pitch and has been rearranged for this Saturday 22nd December over at Yarnbury kick off 2.15pm.
The only League fixture to go ahead,was Dinningtons home game with Knottingley,where the home side came out on top by 34 - 19.The result makes matters even tighter in the Division,with the bottom seven sides,now separated by only 6 points.
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Leos beat West Park Leeds16-13 in League Encounter
Posted Sunday, December 2 2007 by shield1977 | In what was always going to be a closely fought league encounter, Leos triumphed in the local derby before a large crowd by 16-13 at Crag Lane and sent the visitors to the bottom of the table.
Full match report can be viewed on the link above.
To review the current Yorkshire league 2 table, click on the results link above, scroll to the right and click on the league tables where you can see league standings as at 3rd December
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Wheatley Hills 20 Leos 12
Posted Saturday, November 24 2007 by shield1977 | Leos once more lost out in the league this afternoon away at Wheatley Hills by 20-12.
As has been seen over the past few years, this is an extremely competitive league and this season has proved no different.
Today proved that that there was very little difference between the abilities of the two sides, but the result was ultimately decided on the hosts taking their chances when it mattered most.
Match report can be viewed by clicking on the link above
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Leos 2nd XV Top Merit Table
Posted Sunday, November 18 2007 by shield1977 | Under the truely inspired leadership of JD,Leo's top the Merit Table,with 6 wins from their 8 games.It's interesting to note,that Yorks1 side,Bradford Salem,prop up the table,without a victory from their seven games,perhaps illustrating the different philosophies of the two Clubs.
http://www.yorkshirerfu.co.uk/Yorkshire_Competitions/Yorks2.htm
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Ilkley prove too strong for Leos in EDF Senior Vase Cup
Posted Saturday, November 17 2007 by shield1977 | Despite a spirited display by Leos, they came up today against a strong all round Ilkey side who fully justified their victory at crag lane by 41-10 and marched on to the 4th round of the EDF Senior vase Cup Competitition.
The game was played throughout in a hard clean fought nature and whilst Leos held there own for periods of the game, the all round pace of the Ilkley side whose strong form of late has propelled them into second place of the Yorkhire Division 1, proved ultimately the deciding factor of this game.
On this showing Ilkey will have a great chance of progressing far in this competition, with sights firmly set on Twickenham.
Full match report can be read on the link above
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Leos 7 v Yarnbury 24
Posted Saturday, November 10 2007 by shield1977 | Leos lost to a strong Yarnbury side this afternoon by 7-24.
Playing against a strong wind in the first half Leos restricted the visitors to a 7-17 half time lead and the felt confident that they could turn things around
Credit must be given to Yarnbury whose powerful forwards won the day,restricting Leos possession in the second half and justifying the 2 points.
Full Match report can be viewed on the link above
Next Saturday Leos entertain a resurgent Ilkley side at Crag Lane in the third round of the EDF Senior Vase kick off 2.15pm. Ilkley are currently in second position in Yorkshire 1 following a comprehensive victory today away at Malton and Norton by 37-5.
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Full House
Posted Tuesday, November 6 2007 by shield1977 | Leo's rugby enjoyed a second successive 'full house' at the weekend.The first XV came away with a narrow 18 - 17 victory at Dinnington,whilst the seconds enjoyed a comfortable 46 - 7 victory at home,in a game reduced because of a serious knee injury to a Dinnington player.
The thirds came away with a victory,but little else,in a 45 - 0 success at Ossett,whilst a young fourth team,defeated Harrogate Waifs and Strays,21 - 7.
Tickets for the Live Music Night on sat 17 Nov,are now in short supply,and soon will only be available via e bay.The last few can be secured from the Clubhouse over the weekend.
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Obituary - Nick Ketteringham
Posted Sunday, November 4 2007 by shield1977 | It is with great sadness that Leos have to report the death of Nick Ketteringham.
The "older" Leos will remember Nick as a charismatic character who had a zest for life and very much lived life to the full.
He came to the Leos in the 1980's and was an accomplished scrum half where he captained the second XV for a season.
Nick died this week after a long illness aged 49.He was the dearly loved husband of Chrissie,dear step father of Leila,loved son of Margaret and Lionel and dear brother of Ann,Gregory,Simon and Helen.
Requiem Mass is at St Roberts Church Harrogate this Tuesday 6th November at 12.00 noon.
This will be followed by interment at Stonefall Cemetry.The family have requested for family only flowers.Donations in memory of Nick can be given to St Michaels Hospice at Hornbeam Park Harrogate
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Dinnington 1st XV 17 v Leos 1st XV 18
Posted Saturday, November 3 2007 by shield1977 | In what was another pulsating league encounter Leos came away victors today by the narrowest of margins 18-17.
Leos turned around at half-time down by 11-17 and with the strong wind in the favour of the hosts in the second half it was going to be a challenge to come away with the 2 points.But the spirit discipline and commitment of the Leos side saw them through.For Dinnington there significant lack of discipline with 2 yellow cards and a red on the final whistle ultimately cost them the game.
Full match report can be viewed on the link above
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Leos sides achieve good results
Posted Monday, October 29 2007 by shield1977 | Leo's Rugby enjoyed a successful and fruitful time at the weekend.The Firsts,beat Goole 16 - 3 in a Yorkshire 2 league game,whilst J.D.'s Seconds secured a creditable 10 - 10 draw,away against a strong Otley 'Freshers' side.The forwards controlled the set piece,with major contributions from Pollard and Nabozny,whilst the backs competed well,against their young,fast opponents,with Bindloss pulling off a couple of marvellous try saving tackles.
Back at Crag Lane,the Thirds,comfortably brushed aside Old Brod's thirds 29 - 3,whilst the Fourths travelled to Halifax and demolished Old Brods Vets 47 - 0.Well done to all concerned in a highly successful weekend of rugby.
Training continues to go well under the enthusiastic and innovitive Leeds Rhino's coach,Simon Worrall,where new players are always welcome.
The Leo's Junior/Mini section continues to thrive on a Sun morning,whilst this Sat,from 6.00pm onwards,they will be holding their Annual Fireworks Festivities.All are welcome,with further details available from the Clubhouse.
Finally,Leo's Ladies/Girls,playing on a Sun afternoon,have already secured two important victories in RFUW Championship North 1,whilst they have also put in alot of time and effort in organising a Live Music Night on Sat 17 Nov,featuring a number of leading local bands.Tickets,including food,are already going well,but further details can be obtained from the Ladies or the Clubhouse.
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Leos return to form with good win against Goole
Posted Sunday, October 28 2007 by shield1977 | Leos fielding a far stronger team than in previous weeks enjoyed a good win over Goole at Crag Lane yesterday by 16-3.
Full match report can be viewed on the link above
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Knottingley 14 Leos 5
Posted Saturday, October 20 2007 by shield1977 | Leos lost out in their away league fixture at Knottingley this afternoon by 14-5.
There was nothing to chose between the sides, but Knottingley took their chances to earn the 2 points.
Match report can be viewed on the link above
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Draw for 3rd Round of EDF Senior Vase
Posted Wednesday, October 17 2007 by shield1977 | Leos have been drawn at home to play Ilkley who play in Yorkshire Division 1 on Saturday 17th November.Further details on the match will follow.
Northern Section of the draw made at Twickenham yesterday as follows:
Alnick Vs. Ashington
Billingham Vs. Ryton
Bradford Salem Vs. Scarborough
Eccles Vs. Wigan
Horden Vs. PERCY PARK IST XV
Kirkby Lonsdale Vs. Aspull
Leodiensians Vs. Ilkley
Malton and Norton Vs. Sheffield
North Ribblesdale Vs. Burnage
Northern Vs. Sunderland 1st XV
Old Brodleians Vs. Heath
Rossendale Vs. Hoylake
Ruskin Park Vs. Glossop
Sandal Vs. Selby
Widnes Vs. Sale FC
Wigton Vs. Medicals
Wilmslow Vs. Blackburn
Wirral Vs. Huddersfield Y.M.C.A.
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Leos back to winning ways in EDF Senior Vase
Posted Sunday, October 14 2007 by shield1977 | Leos produced a great performance to progress to the 3rd round of the EDF Senior Vase when they beat a determined Southport side by 15-6.
Once more Leos came back to form when it mattered in the cup, helped by the "return of the cavalry" of a number of senior members of the squad.
Southport with home advantage and buoyed on by a large crowd could not quite match the skills and experience of a good Leos side which once more reflects well on the side and indeed on the overall standard of rugby played in Yorkshire 2.
Well done to all on what was a long but memorable day.
Full match report can be found on the above link.
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EDF Senior Vase v Southport 13th October 2007
Posted Friday, October 12 2007 by shield1977 | Leos travel tomorrow to Southport for the second round of the Senior Vase ko 3.00pm
Directions to the ground can be found on the southport website which also includes team information that can be viewed under preview and selections.
All support is welcome. southport
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Pocklington 18 v Leos 7 Saturday 6th October
Posted Sunday, October 7 2007 by shield1977 | A much changed Leos side whilst losing their league match to Pocklington competed well and will take heart from this display.
Full match report can be viewed on the link above.
Next Saturday is the second round of the senior vase where we are playing away at Southport.It is expected that the team will be significantly strengthened for this important fixture with the return of a number of senior players.
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Leos 13 North Ribblesdale 24
Posted Sunday, September 30 2007 by shield1977 | Leos lost there first home league game of the season to a revitalised North Ribblesdale side, where the result could have gone either way and was ultimately only decided in the last minute of the game.
Full match report can be found on the link above.
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Tim Heaton
Posted Saturday, September 29 2007 by shield1977 | Just a short note of congratulations to Tim Heaton who for the past 3 seasons has been an integral part of the Leos 1stXV. Playing at flank forward he contributed significantly in many Leos vicories and was an integral part of the back row unit that had such a successful run in the Powergen Junior vase in 2005/2006.Leos efforts of reaching Twickenham for a second time that year were thwarted in the semi final in an absolutely pulsating encounter away at Dorking, who just ran out winners in extra time and who went on to win the final comfortable.Tim's contribution that day were immense and arguably one of his finest games of rugby played for the club.
At the tender age of 22 with the full support of the club, Tim decided this season to see if he could forward his rugby career and joined Harrogate who play in National Division 3 North.
Leos are delighted to note that Tim has stepped up to the mark and made his 1st XV debut against Fylde 2 weeks ago and was acclaimed man of the match. He played last week against Preston Grasshoppers and is in the team for todays encounter with Caldy.It looks like Tim has already made himself a regular and on behalf of his old team mates-well done.
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Leos well beaten at Old Brods
Posted Saturday, September 22 2007 by shield1977 | http://www.johnkett.myzen.co.uk/photos0708/IstsvLEOS22Sept/index.html
Leos suffered a heavy away defeat this afternoon in the league 52-3 against a Brodleians team who on this showing are strong favourites for promotion back to Yorkshire 1
Leos need to re-group quickly, in order to get back on track.
Pictures of todays game, courtesy of Brods can be viewed by clicking on the link above.
Full match report can be read on the link above.
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Leos 1st XV away to Old Brodleians Saturday 22nd September
Posted Tuesday, September 18 2007 by shield1977 | Leos travel to Halifax this coming saturday to play Old Brodleians in the league
Brods were relegated last season from Division 1 but have recruited wisely during the close season and are many peoples favourites to gain promotion.Brods have started the season in good form having won their opening three fixtures against Goole in the first round of the senior vase 24-14 and also against Pocklington 18-11 and North Ribblesdale 25-13 in the league.
Leos will travel to halifax in good spirit following their win over ripon on saturday.
The two clubs have not played each other for a couple of seasons when all 3 encounters that year were particularly close, with Leos winning the 5th round of the Junior vase 12-6 and Brods shading both league games by 20-13 and 31-24.
Kick off is 3.00pm and directions to the ground can be found on the link to the left
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Leos drawn away in 2nd Round of EDF Senior Vase
Posted Tuesday, September 18 2007 by shield1977 | Following our win in the opening round of the EDF Senior Vase at West Park Leeds, Leos have been drawn away to Southport in Round 2, the tie to be played on Saturday 13th October.
Southport currently play in South Lancs/Cheshire Division 2 and gained a good win in the first round at home to Garstang by 16-5.
Details about travel arrangements for the cup tie will be posted on the website in due course.
Click on the Link to access more information about our opponents : southport website
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Leos beat Ripon
Posted Saturday, September 15 2007 by shield1977 | Leos beat Ripon this afternoon in their first home league game of the season by 19-17.
This was always expected to be a close encounter,and the leos showed great team spirit in securing a nail biting vicory and their first two points of the season.
Full match report can be found on the link above
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Leos v Ripon Saturday 15th September
Posted Tuesday, September 11 2007 by shield1977 | Leos entertain Ripon this saturday for the clubs first home league game of the season kick off at crag lane 3.00pm.
Ripon will offer a stiff test after recruiting former Harrogate players Steve Garrett,Matt Clough and Owen Drone.They started off their league campaign in good style last week, with a 17-3 home win against North Ribblesdale.
Leos are hoping to field a more experienced side than last week, following our setback at Skipton.
Prior to the game a Vice Presidents lunch has been arranged commencing at 1.00pm so a good crowd is expected in anticipation of a keenly fought game.
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Leos encounter league defeat at Skipton
Posted Monday, September 10 2007 by shield1977 | Leos were unable to handle a well organised Skipton team who having won promotion from Division 3 last season on this showing look strong candidates for promotion again this season.
Leos with a much changed side from the previous weeks victory over west park, whilst holding their own in the pack, took many wrong options in the threequarter allowing the home side to run out convincing winners by 40-7.
Match report can be viewed on the link above.
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Leos Golf Day
Posted Saturday, September 8 2007 by Cadgey | This years golf day is at Sandmoor Golf Club, on Friday 21st September 2007, which is "one of the finest and most attractive championship golf courses in Yorkshire". There will be a 3 course meal following the golf, prizes and for those of you that wish to hang around in the clubhouse the France v Ireland rugby will be on the big screen from 8pm.
So please, get the day booked off work and let me know that you are playing so I may firm up numbers with the Sandmoor. My email address is edward.w.connell@uk.pwc.com
Can I also make a plea to current players to make a big effort to come along as it would be nice to have more than one fourball of current players this year. I hope/ expect that new 1st team captain, Nick Burdon, will dust off his clubs and make an appearance..........
Venue: Sandmoor Golf Club
Timings: 12 midday on Friday 21st September 2007
Cost: £60
Reply to: Ed Connell
Please get your confirmations in early.
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Saturday 8th September Skipton v Leos
Posted Saturday, September 1 2007 by shield1977 | This Saturday 8th September is the start of the league fixtures as Leos travel to newly promoted Skipton in what is sure to be a close encounter.
Following todays resounding win over local rivals West Park Leeds in the EDF Senior Vase, Leos will travel to Skipton full of confidence under the leadership of new 1st XV captain Nick Burden.
Skipton were worthy Yorkshire 3 champions last year and have added to there squad of players this year.They have also started the season in tremendous form by beating Pocklington who were supposed to be one of the favourites for promotion from Yorkshire Division 2 this season, by a thumping 69-10 in the EDF Senior Vase, so we are under no illusions that we will need to play to the best of our abilities to come away with the 2 points.
Kick off is 3.00pm and all Leos support like today is welcome and needed.
Rest of the fixtures in yorkshire 2 are as below:
Ripon Vs. North Ribblesdale
Skipton Vs. Leodiensians
West Park Leeds Vs. Knottingley
Wheatley Hills Vs. Goole
Yarnbury Vs. Dinnington
Pocklinton v Old Brodleians
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Leos Triumph in EDF Senior Vase
Posted Saturday, September 1 2007 by shield1977 | Leos gained a tremendously impressive victory by beating West Park Leeds 23-14 this afternoon in the first round of the EDF Senior Vase away at the sycamores
The platform was set by a stirling performance by the Leos pack ably led by new skipper Nick Burdon, who stormed into a 20 points lead by the 35th minute through a penalty try and 2 further tries by the forwards and despite a dogged fighback by the homeside,Leos were worthy winners of this local derby.
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EDF Senior Vase- West Park Leeds v Leos Saturday 1st September
Posted Thursday, August 30 2007 by shield1977 | This Saturday Leos travel the short distance to Bramhope to play in the first round of the National EDF Senior Vase competition against West Park Leeds.
Both teams will be looking to have a good run this year, with the final being played at Twickenham in April 2008.
Leos have a good history in the national competitions having won the Powergen Junior vase in 2003/2004.
The game will no doubt be a close encounter and all support for Leos is needed.Kick off at the sycamores is 3.00pm
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Funeral for Andy and Peter Patrick
Posted Friday, August 10 2007 by scotty | The funeral for ex-Leos Andy Patrick and his father will take place in Kirby Lonsdale on Friday August 17th at 11.00. It will be followed by a private cremation.
A party of Andy's compatriots will travelling up to pay their respects, support Jill and the family, and represent the club.
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Andy Patrick, a sad loss.
Posted Monday, August 6 2007 by scotty | Leo's lost a celebrated ex-player at the weekend with the death of Andy Patrick, along with his father and two friends in a helicopter crash in The Lake District. Our thoughts go out to Andy's wife Jill and their two daughters, and obviously his mother. Andy joined Leo's as a centre with a big reputation, playing regularly for the first team before reverting to social rugby in the 3rds and 4ths. Throughout his time at Leo's Andy was a larger than life character both on an off the field before retiring far too early to concentrate on the family building firm.
More details will be posted as soon as they are available
Links to the news items:
Initial BBC report
Follow-up BBC report
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Pre Season Training moves to Mondays and Wednesdays
Posted Friday, July 27 2007 by jamesdeb | Important announcement:
Starting from Monday 30th of July and until further notice (probably around the end of August), Leos pre-season training will move to Monday and Wednesday nights.
Usual time (7:00 prompt) and usual place (Cragg Lane).
The change has been made necessary in order that our new coach, Simon Worall, can keep to his own training/playing committments.
Please make every effort to attend both Monday and Wednesday evening sessions from now on. If you haven't made it down yet this summer, make sure you get down as soon as possible. All those who have taken part in training up to now will agree that the sessions are excellent, well organised and, most importantly, good fun. As ever, the more numbers we get down, the more constructive sessions we can have.
First pre-season games are only four weeks away so the 2007/08 season is approaching fast. Don't get caught out!
See at training!
JD
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New Players Welcome +Pre Season Training
Posted Friday, June 8 2007 by shield1977 | Leos are embarking on an ambitious development plan to realise the clubs aspirations of returning to Twickenham to win a further trophy and in developing the profile of the club in winning promotion from Yorkshire Division 2.
In order to realise these realistic goals we are actively looking to recruit players at all levels but particularly at a senior level.
The club already has a good infrastructure in place,with quality rugby pitches,floodlights, superb clubhouse and changing facilities together with the nucleus of a great team who are determined to achieve these goals under the guidance of new 1st XV skipper Nick Burden.
With the backing of club officials and senior members this is an exciting time to join a forward thinking rugby club.
Leos would also be pleased to hear from any players who are relocating to Leeds where any help and support will be readily made available.
The club runs 4 teams each saturday plus a highly successful ladies team and also a great mini and junior section.
Pre season training has just begun and for the next month meeting at roundhay park car park at the top of the park,(what used to be called the mansion car park of the mansion hotel) near to the fox public house each Tuesday at 7.00pm.
From Tuesday 3rd July training will revert back to the club each Tuesday and Thursday from 7.00pm.
For additional information and to learn more about the club please contact:
Nick Burdon 1st XV captain Tel:07725 794 736,or 1st XV Vice Captain Alex Macintosh Tel:07810 512 647 or alternatively e-mail Chris Hall the chairman at:chairman@leodiensian.co.uk
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Announcement From Leos Club President
Posted Sunday, May 6 2007 by shield1977 | Mr Jim Collard President of Leodiensian RUFC announces the retirement from rugby of club captain Dan Eddie and the election of new skipper Nick Burden for season 2007-2008.
Dan Eddie has been club captain for the past 8 seasons, in addition to his role of Director of Rugby and he has been one of the best captains the club has had since records began back in 1923.
Dan's great leadership and experience has been an inspiration to all and the biggest achievement he brought to the club was when he orchestrated Leos winning the Powergen Junior Vase at Twickenham in 2003-2004.This has been the greatest achievement in the clubs history and whilst this was a fantastic team performance by a superb group of players, Dan Eddie was undoubtedly the pinnacle player in winning this competition for Leos on the hallow turf of Twickenham.
Players and members will never forget such a fantastic achievement and experience.
There will be further acknowledgements to Dan Eddie from the club to recognise his great contribution in due course.
Jim Collard also announces the official retiremnt from 1st XV rugby of great stalwart Jon Eagle.Jon's contribution to Leos rugby has been immense and his track record of achievements in rugby have been unsurpassed by a Leos player.
Jon first played rugby for Leos 1st XV in the late 1970's before joining Headingley,Leeds Tykes,Harlequins and also representing Yorkshire and England.Jon is one of the very few Leos who has gone on to play and represent his country with such high esteem.
Jon returned to Leos a number of years ago and his outstanding pace and qualities were an inspiration to all and he along with Dan Eddie was a major driving force behing the Powergen Junior Vase glory.
Jon at the tender age of__??!!! has officially decided to retire from 1st XV Rugby but may still play the occassional game for the vets.
To Jon Eagle like Dan Eddie, thank you for your immense contribution to the Leos and rugby.
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Posted Monday, January 1 2007 by shield1977 |
Results from todays first round of the EDF Senior Vase:
Ashton-under-Lyne 0 - 19 Warrington
Bolton HWO Blackpool
Consett HWO Yarm
Dukinfield 14 - 19 Dinnington
Eccles 21 - 13 Crewe and Nantwich
Goole 14 - 24 Old Brodleians
Heaton Moor 23 - 12 Liverpool Collegiate
Knottingley 21 - 0 Littleborough
Medicals 20 - 8 North Shields
Old Bedians 0 - 22 Oswestry
Oldershaw 8 - 14 Sefton
Ormskirk 29 - 10 Wallasey
Ripon 34 - 7 Guisborough
Skipton 69 - 10 Pocklington
Southport RUFC 16 - 5 Garstang
West Park Leeds 14 - 23 Leodiensians
Whitley Bay Rockcliff 26 - 34 Ashington
Windermere 12 - 13 Barnard Castle
Winlaton Vulcans 0 - 31 Novocastrians
Yarnbury 30 - 5 Burnley
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