The rugby season has started!

A successful pre-season training camp and tournament has been followed quickly by the first set of fixtures against Reeds Grammar School. Unfortunately all three of our senior teams lost but positives have, I am sure, been taken from all matches.Newly appointed captain, Nick Arbuckle (congratulations!) will be looking for an improved performance from the 1st XV on Saturday when they play local rivals, Reading Bluecoat School.

A landmark event took place earlier this week when Tom Howe was selected to play for Wasps A against London Irish at Dry Leas in Henley. Coming off the bench with 20 minutes to go, Tom made an immediate impact on the game with a 40 metre burst, quickly followed by a try. Tom said that it was a fantastic experience and gave him a taste of what it is like to play at the highest level. Tom continues to train with the England U18 squad and we wish him good luck for the season!