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IN PICTURES : Frome little rugby stars as the club announces the season is extended

By Susie Watkins 19th May 2021

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Thank you to Katie White for all these photos of Frome RFC U9's at practice.
Thank you to Katie White for all these photos of Frome RFC U9's at practice.
There is some young talent here for sure
There is some young talent here for sure
The control is superb
The control is superb
But so is the speed
But so is the speed
Never fear getting stuck in
Never fear getting stuck in
Frome RFC is extending its season to give this youngsters more playing time
Frome RFC is extending its season to give this youngsters more playing time

The Club are pleased to announce that although the official end of the season remains 31st May, the club will continue under RFU summer activities guidance until June 27.

Please note that we will continue train as normal this Bank Holiday weekend but there will be no training on the 30th May Bank Holiday.

This is a great opportunity for your little ones to try out rugby over the summer (before the regular season resumes in September).

If you have any questions or queries please email [email protected]

     

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