Upcoming Fixtures

The return of Forester posted 5th Jan 2012

"The return of Forester" is planned for this Saturday 7th January, with events kicking off at 12.30pm at Exiles. The games will be 1st xv v Alcester and 2nd xv v Aldridge (kick off 2.15pm).

This will be followed by drinks and entertainment in the clubhouse afterwards and then Oneills for 8pm light buffet and a few drinks

Race Night 26th November posted 3rd Nov 2011

A Night at the Races will take place on Saturday 26th November from 7.30pm at Exiles. See the poster below

1. If anyone would like to sponsor a race at £20 then please provide a business card or sponsors logo so we can include it in the programme.

2. If anyone would like to donate prizes for the event, to be given out to race winners then please contact Scooter.

3. If anyone would like to purchase a horse at £2, and if your horse wins then you win a prize!

4. Bring your betting money at 50p a bet and you could stand to win loads of money just before Christmas!

5. All the horses in the last race will be auctioned so team together and put in a bid. (Please note: Telephone bids may be taken)

All proceeds of "A Night at the Races" will go to Birmingham Exiles RFC in preparation for the relocation project!!


"Coming Soon" - Christmas Turkey & Beverages on Saturday 17th December 2011

For more details contact scooter on 07779054770 or email andyroot@birminghamexilesrfc.co.uk

UNDER 16 TEAM VERSUS TAMWORTH 23 OCTOBER posted 18th Oct 2011

This game will not now take place as Tamworth are unable to raise a team.

CORRECTION posted 17th Oct 2011

The correct Email address below should be davidarmstrong1911@btinternet.com

WORLD CUP FINAL (AND TAMWORTH) posted 17th Oct 2011

The clubhouse will be open to serve breakfasts from 8.00 am this Sunday, the final kicking off at 9.00 am. If you wish to pre-order a breakfast then please Email to davidarmstrong19111@btinternet.com, or alternatively text me on 0785 874 5121 - don't forget to give your name ! If you do not pre-order then you may not be able to obtain a breakfast on the day - when its gone, its gone. Yes, the bar will be open.

Our under 16 team play away at Tamworth later in the morning - possibly a more interesting game ? If you wish to travel details are provided via the link below.

George

UNDER 16 GAME - SUNDAY 9TH OCTOBER posted 5th Oct 2011

Our under 16's are playing Old Halesonians RFC at home - a new fixture - meet time 10am for a 11am kick off. Any support appreciated. The bar will be open afterwards.

George

TUESDAY - CLUB NIGHT posted 29th Sep 2011

For at least until the end of October, and until any further announcement, the bar will be open at 7.30 pm for members on a Tuesday evening. In addition to on-field training, the gym will be open. All playing members, injured players, former players, future players and regular supporters are welcome.

Chilled bottled beer (real ales, ciders etc) will be available at lowest possible prices (as an example £1.50 per 500 ml bottle), together with free bar snacks. Pay a visit !

David George Armstrong
President

Breakfast Rugby Special posted 14th Sep 2011

This Sunday, 18th September, at the Exiles. See poster below

ROYAL MARINES FUND RAISING posted 12th Aug 2011

Our neighbour and friendly rival Yardley & District RFC are raising funds for the Royal Marines Charitable Trust. If you feel able and willing to support this effort by making an online donation - no matter how big or small - then please do so. Details of the event, and the activities of the Trust, can be found by clicking on the link below, and you can continue if you wish to then make a donation.

George Armstrong

LAWS OF GAME QUIZ - ADDENDUM posted 10th Aug 2011

This is an enhanced link showing videos of referee signals etc.

YOUTH TEAM LAWS OF GAME QUIZ 2011 posted 10th Aug 2011

Gentlemen - the Laws of the Game quiz this season will concentrate on the duties of a touch judge (not the slightly wider duties of an assistant referee) - see Law 6. You will need to understand all of those laws enabling a touch judge to carry out his duties effectively. Additionally, you will need to know the signals which might be given by the referee (there are 46 in total !) and the signals which can be given by a touch judge or assistant referee (a total of three).

All of the Laws and also the referee, assistant referee and touch judge signals can be found at the link shown

A cash prize will be given of £25 to each winner from each age group of the youth teams. Hopefully, the quiz will take place immediately before Christmas.

George Armstrong

Curry and Quiz night Saturday 23rd July posted 24th Jun 2011

7.30pm -8pm sit down followed by the quiz.
£5.00 per person. (Maximum 6 players per team)

calling all exiles posted 7th Jun 2011

Calling all exiles! 20 ton of top soil will b deliverd this sat mornin and we require a huge team effort between 12-4pm 2 fill holes n make the playin surface safer. Pls offer ur support n bring shovels, barrows etc. All attendees will be rewarded on the day! Cheers scooter

Pres Season Training posted 25th May 2011

The club will be open from Tuesday 31st May and Tuesday 7th June at 6.30pm for games and circuits.

Official pre season training will commence on Tuesday 14th June with the club open from 6.30pm for gym work and then field training starting at 7pm prompt, trainers and boots required (moulded advised, but not essential)

There will be a players meeting at some stage during June to discuss development sessions and finalise the management positions which will include a players rep.

Dinner and Dance / Awards posted 17th May 2011

Please contact Georgie Cavill or Skippy if you have still to pay for the dinner dance. We need to confirm numbers with the hotel.

If you did not vote could you please email Skippy with the following

Your name and team usually play for

1st Team Player of the Year
1st Team Most Improved Player

2nd Team Player of the Year
2nd Team Most Improved Player

Clubman - an unsung hero

Paul Smith - someone who enjoys their rugby

Please email to mhoward@summerhill.dudley.sch.uk

AGM Sat 14th may posted 8th May 2011

Sat 14th May 12.00 meet for in-house 7's(text fred if playing) Followed at 2pm with the E's AGM. End of year reports, future developments and ur chance 2 vote new captains and other key positions. (Club open frm 1pm for pre season thoughts). Please bring dinner and dance money

Presidents Day - Sunday 1st May posted 18th Apr 2011

The timetable for the day is as follows, subject to alteration on the day as circumstances dictate.

11: 00 Under 15’s versus Camp Hill. Please give support from the touchline to our junior team, and sporting appreciation to the opposition.
12:30 Under 17’s versus World All Stars (special rules applying)
14:00 Youth team awards followed by buffet for youth section
14:45 Senior team game
16:45 Buffet for senior players, vice presidents, parents and supporters

David George Armstrong
President

Presidents Day - Sunday 1st May posted 11th Apr 2011

President’s Day will be held on Sunday 1st May. The following Monday is a national holiday. The intention is to hold a mixture of senior and youth games during the day. More importantly, the intention is for everyone to enjoy the day, as the season end approaches. The bar will be open throughout, and a rolling buffet will also be available to everyone attending. All members and supporters are welcome. Let’s hope we have some warm and dry weather !

A lot of effort has to go into organising and running a day long event of this type. It is important that this workload does not fall on the shoulders of a few individuals. We need to share the load. Can you please volunteer one hour of your time to assist. This could be anything from a stint behind the bar, replenishing the buffet, generally tidying up etc. Please can you let me know of your availability to work for an hour, ideally by sending me an Email to davidarmstrong1911@btinternet.com or alternatively by telephone 0121 382 8513 or mobile/text 0785 874 5121 or by speaking to me at the week-end. Yes - this means you !

David George Armstrong
President

Saturday 26th February posted 21st Feb 2011

Saturday 26th Feb, Exiles 1st XV play Stoke Old Boys at 2.15, meanwhile Italy v Wales will be shown live on the big screen. This is followed by England v France at 5pm, and the Curry and Quiz night starts at 7pm

Saturday 12th Feb: Valentines Disco posted 7th Feb 2011

Pimps and hoes fancy dress, 7.30 til late, music, drinking and games, all welcome. Text Fred your confirmation if possible

6 Nations at the Exiles posted 7th Feb 2011

Sat 12th Feb, England vs Italy, 2.30pm Kick off

Super Spoofing Saturday posted 3rd Feb 2011

Saturday 5th Feb: SUPER SPOOFING SATURDAY - Ledbury are bringing a coach trip with their 1s and 2s, George Armstrong is holdign a VPs Day and we will be having lots of entertainment after the match. Come along

Curry and Quiz night Saturday 26th February posted 27th Jan 2011

£5 entry, 6 per team, 7.30 prompt start. See Daryl, Hayden or Alan for tickets/prize donations. Email agibson13@sky.com to confirm attendance. It's aways a good night so come along and join in.

Easter Tour 2011 posted 11th Jan 2011

Please confirm your attendance asap for tour with Scooter. We have a limited time offer with a hotel of 3 nights for £60. Deposits needed at training tonight if possible.

Saturday 8th January posted 6th Jan 2011

No home games this Saturday Exile followers. the 1sts are away at Alcester and the 2nds are away at Aston Old Eds.

players meeting tues 4th jan posted 3rd Jan 2011

Important player development meetin tuesday 4th jan 8.30pm after trainin @ exiles. Plan 4 2011 inc latest updates on ground move n hav ur say on future of Es!

xmas blow out posted 27th Dec 2010

Fun games n circuits @ exiles this weds 29th dec 6.30-8.30pm, trainers n boots reqd! Followd by part 2 on sun 2nd jan @ 11am, details 2 follow!

no training this week posted 21st Dec 2010

There will be no training this week. Have a well deserved rest and keep yourselves fit -we will keep you posted on the next session. Have a merry christmas !

all games off today posted 18th Dec 2010

All games are cancelled today guys but if you fancy a mess around game in the snow be at the club for 12.30 for a 1pm start then onto o neils for European rugby, beer and merriment! Text fred if you fancy either please.

Players meeting Saturday 18th Dec, 5pm posted 17th Dec 2010

There will be a players development meeting that is planned for this Saturday 18th December 5pm at Exiles. This will be an update on recent Club Development, but also a discussion on playing matters and our goals for the season. Please try to attend

Quiz night Saturday 11th December posted 23rd Nov 2010

Saturday the 11th December 2010, 8pm prompt start. £10 per team (Maximum 6 players per team)

See Scooter or Alan for quiz tickets/donation of prizes

Saturday 13th November posted 12th Nov 2010

This Saturday at the Exiles will see the firsts XV line up against Keresley, meanwhile the England v Australia will be recorded to be watch straight after the game. After the cracking atmosphere for the internationals last Saturday, come along to be a part of it this week.

Collecting old photos posted 1st Nov 2010

We are collecting and sharing photos from Birmingham City Officials, Birmingham Welsh and the early days of Birmingham Exiles. If you have any photos, or can fill in the gaps in the lineup, please contact web@birminghamexilesrfc.co.uk,

EGM Tuesday 9th November, 9pm posted 24th Oct 2010

There will an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) on Tuesday 9th November at 9pm to discuss the proposed purchase of our ground by Birmingham airport and our relocation. Please find more details at the PDF below

Youth Player Laws of the Game quiz posted 12th Jul 2010

There will be another 'Laws of the Game' quiz, to be held probably just before Christmas. A £25 cash award will be given to the winner, with a separate award for each age group team. Please note that the quiz will concentrate on those laws which are directly relevant to the game you actually play each week. In other words the laws relating to tackles, off-side, line out, scrums, mauls, rucks etc. It is not necessary to spend any time learning "technical" aspects of the laws. You do not need to know, for example, the dimensions for goal posts and pressure of the ball etc. - you don't need this information during a game. There will be no "trick" questions on obscure points of law. For the purposes of the quiz you can completely ignore laws 1 through to 9 inclusive. The Laws of the Game can be found at the link below. Do not simply try to remember the laws 'parrot fashion.' Try to understand the intention behind the law - gradually it will come together like a jigsaw, and make sense.
George Armstrong - Club President

Season Review posted 1st Jun 2010

Congrats to this season's award winners. They are listed along with the season review in the results section

AGM - New Committee posted 12th May 2010

The new committee was elected at the AGM on the 8th May, and are now listed on the 'Officials' page. Congrats to Gareth 'Chunk' Holloway', and Daryl Hetherington, the new First and Second Team Captains

Exiles get RFU Presidents XV Award for Schools Development posted 20th Apr 2010

Birmingham Exiles Junior Section are proud to have been awarded the RFU Presidents XV Award for Schools Development. The President’s XV Awards seek to identify and reward innovative thinking in grassroots rugby. For an article and press release see the link below

George Armstrong is the new Club President posted 12th Feb 2010

Birmingham Exiles would like to announce that George Armstrong has kindly accepted the role of Club President after the recent nominations and voting by the Clubs committee. Retired player George still retains an active interest in the Club and it's members which is balanced by his enthusiasm for bar diving.