With Cornwall For Cornwall
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3 May, 2024
19:45
Westholme, Alexandra Road,
Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 4LY
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Following news received this morning that Jersey Reds have regretfully ceased trading, the Cornish Pirates can confirm that their scheduled Round 4 home match versus the islanders in Pool C of the Premiership Rugby Cup on Friday evening is cancelled.
The Cornish Pirates and Jersey Reds go head-to-head at the Mennaye Field, Penzance, this weekend, when under the glow of Friday night lights their fourth versus second Pool C encounter in Round 4 of the Premiership Rugby Cup takes place (ko 7.30pm).
The partnership between the Cornish Pirates and The Movement Project (TMP) based at Penryn RFC continues to grow.
A latest squad member signed by the Cornish Pirates on a one-year contract is gifted young Australian forward Hugh Bokenham.
The Cornish Pirates can confirm that young hooker Oli Burrows, who is a former Wales under 18s and under 20s player, has arrived at the Mennaye Field on loan from Exeter Chiefs.
Of no surprise this Friday is a big night for the Cornish Pirates – a first ever Premiership Rugby Cup game for the club against the might of Bath Rugby. The kick-off is at 7.30pm and the gates will be open from 5.30pm.
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The Cornish Pirates are pleased to announce the signing of Scottish lock/backrower Josh King on a one-year contract.
Another example of good relations in place between the Royal Navy and the Cornish Pirates sees Royal Navy players Jordan Gott and Rhys Williams each sign a one-year contract with the Pirates.
After seven years serving the Cornish Pirates in the role of Community Engagement Manager, Sam Teasdale is set to train to become a teacher.
News from the Cornish Pirates confirms that fly-half Arwel Robson is returning to Wales having signed for regional side Cardiff Rugby.
Announcing that ‘Crusty Juggler Rum’ will be sponsoring the Cornish Pirates this season sounds a naturally good fit, who come in as the Cornish Pirates Exclusive Rum partner.
With the graft of summer training all but complete, this Saturday will see the Cornish Pirates welcome Plymouth Albion to the Mennaye Field for an important pre-season ‘friendly’ (ko 2.30pm). It will also give an opportunity for supporters to cast a keen eye over the squad, with special interest no doubt focused on new signings.
A further new official partner sponsoring the Cornish Pirates for the forthcoming 2023/24 season is RGB Building Supplies.
Ahead of what promises to be an interesting and exciting 2023/24 rugby season, the Cornish Pirates are delighted to announce the sponsorship support of Maen Karne as an official partner of the club.
There was welcome early evening sunshine when the Cornish Pirates held their annual ‘Meet the Players’ event at the Mennaye Field on Thursday evening.
Following an official announcement last week, a big pat on the back is given former Pirates player Patrick ‘Patch’ Harvey who, as the RNLI coxswain of the Penlee lifeboat ‘Ivan Ellen’ is to be awarded a Silver Medal for Gallantry and a Thanks of the Institution inscribed on Vellum for his exemplary display of courage, leadership, and determination to save lives, along with his excellent boat-handling skills in extreme weather.
Cricket action on Friday didn’t focus wholly on the exciting England versus Australia test match at Old Trafford, because invited to play Paul cricket team at Hutchens Park on Friday evening, a Cornish Pirates selection performed admirably in the T-20 encounter.
The annual Cornish Pirates ‘Meet the Players’ Evening will take place at the Mennaye Field on Thursday 3rd August (6 for 6.30pm).
Premiership Rugby can today confirm the fixtures for the new-look 2023-24 Premiership Rugby Cup, which kicks-off in September.