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Rugby players destined for greatness Connor competed at the Lambs’ Chairman’s Day as part of the South/ South West Squad who played against the North and East Squads in a round robin tournament. He was selected for the National team from 80 players including boys from rugby powerhouses such as Millfield and Whitgift and will play a number of fixtures against opponents including the Irish Exiles and Crawshay Welsh Club.
Shebbear College is delighted to announce the achievements of its Rugby players. The school, which has always had a passion and a strength for the sport, has seen Sixth Former Connor Macmillan selected for the England Lambs U18 National Rugby Squad, as well as its U14 team win the North Devon Cup!
Head, Caroline Kirby said: ‘Shebbear College is no stranger to the Lambs with players historically being selected to play on the team, but after a two year break due to Covid, the boys haven’t been able to enjoy the same level of training or fixtures as they have done previously so I am especially proud of Connor for this fantastic achievement!’
ORFC new players Okehampton Rugby Football Club is on the look out for new players. Are you in Year 8? Are you interested in playing rugby for the U13s? Would you like to bee part of a team? All new players will be warmly welcomed. The club trains on Friday nights 6pm to 7pm. For more information call 07900198113
Meanwhile, the school’s U14 Rugby Team are the winners of the North Devon Cup following the cup final vs Braunton Academy. The team now go through to the County Cup semi-finals.
Okehampton Simmons Bowling Club welcomes new members A club designed for socialising and for all levels of fitness is preparing to open once again.
competitions between the members of the club, so there are always plenty of opportunities to play.
Okehampton Simmons Bowling Club is soon to open its outdoor green and new and experienced bowlers are being encouraged to join in the action.
On Tuesday afternoons from 2pm to 4pm they have a popular ‘roll up’ where new and experienced players can a fun session of bowls and on Friday from 2pm to 4pm.
The team holds friendly games against neighbouring clubs and competitive games, men, ladies and mixed. In addition, they have various ‘in-house’
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only request is players wear flat soled shoes. The green opens on April 9 so feel free to visit and chat and, weather permitting, have a go at bowls. Any queries contact President Roger Pedrick on 01837 53113.
On Wednesday mornings from 11am to 12.30pm coaching for beginners is available, all equipment is provided, the
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