In this local derby, we’ll be hoping that home advantage—along with two wins from our last two games and our earlier victory away at Pontefract in difficult, rain-soaked conditions—will give us the momentum to come out on top. However, Pontefract will arrive full of confidence after a narrow defeat to Pocklington RUFC and two strong wins prior to that. Although they sit just below us in the table, recent results show that these encounters can go either way. Today’s referee is Simon Franks. It is my pleasure to welcome their players, supporters, and committee members to the club.

Our 2nd XV travel to Pontefract today, looking to avenge their early-season defeat and return to winning ways.

Tomorrow, our ladies’ team travel to Beverley RUFC, aiming to complete the double and maintain their push at the top of the league. Our Under 18 girls are in buoyant spirits following their recent cup final victory at Chesterfield—congratulations to them.

Best of luck to our Under 13 boys, who travel to Hull Ionians RUFC tomorrow for their cup final. Your support, as always, is greatly appreciated.

We remain extremely grateful to all our sponsors for their continued support. Today, we are pleased to welcome John Hick of Yorkshire Rhubarb to the Swan’s Nest. For the pre-match lunch, Nicholas Sykes from Openfield joins us with guests for their annual visit.

Looking ahead, our Sponsors’ Day will take place on Saturday 11th April, when we host Malton and Norton RUFC in our final home league fixture of the season. The President’s Dinner will follow on the evening of Friday 1st May, with a guest speaker from Cardiac Risk in the Young, who are also supporting the club by funding a cardiac screening day for players later this September.

As part of the 50th anniversary celebrations of our mini section, their festival will be held on Sunday 26th April. Donations for the tombola and raffle prizes, as well as your support on the day, would be greatly appreciated.

I trust that all players and spectators will conduct themselves both on and off the field in a manner befitting the best traditions of rugby union, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the games here at Sandhill Lane.

Have a fantastic afternoon and enjoy your time at Selby RUFC.

Garry Adamson
Hon President