Preseason has gone brilliantly. The squad is bigger and stronger this year, some exciting players are back in the fold, and confidence is high going into the campaign. After last season's storming second half, this squad means business — promotion is the target.

Pre-match lunch tables are open for booking for our first home game against Syston on the 26th — kick your Saturday off right with the usual three-course spread from Chef Matt and Debs. Bring the family, friends, colleagues or clients and make a day of it. All members welcome — contact Ann at events@newarkrugby.com to reserve your table.

This Saturday we round off preseason at home, entertaining Matlock 1st and 2nd XVs in our last warm-up friendlies.

Both Matches kick-off at 3pm kick-off, bar open all afternoon — come down and get behind the boys as they put the finishing touches on preparations.

See you there!