Andrew Robson

Tragically Andrew was killed in a road traffic accident during the early hours of Sunday 1st July. Andrew was a passenger in a taxi which left the road - the taxi driver also died.
The clubs thoughts were all with Andrew's wife, Laura, their nine month old son, William , and the rest of Andrew's family during this dreadfully tragic and sad time.

John Lee

John, our groundsman, died in hospital on Sunday 8th April (Easter Sunday) after suffering a stroke.
John, as well as being a conscientous groundsman who was justifiably very proud of his ground, was a popular personality at the club with his very own dry brand of humour. It is difficult to imagine match days at Tynedale Park without John's presence - he will be sadly missed.

William (Bill) Armstrong Dinning (17th February 1924 - 12th March 2007)

Sadly Bill died in hospital on Monday 12th 2007, having tragically suffered from ill health over recent years.
If we ever had to choose one person who encapsulated the spirit and ethos of Tynedale Rugby Football Club, then that person would have to be Bill Dinning. The whole rugby fraternity in this region will join Tynedale members in mourning the passing of such a distinguished, influential gentleman of rugby.
Bill played his early games for Tynedale during the Second World War, often against Services sides. He was vice-captain of the 1st XV in the club's 75th anniversary season (1951-52), then captain for the two following seasons, and he continued playing regularly for the club until the mid-fifties.
He was selected for Northumberland county immediately after the war, at first in the unofficial matches of 1945/46, and the following season in the championship side. He then played for Northumberland, virtually without break right up to 1953, missing only one game and setting a new record for county caps. Bill also represented the Northern Counties against the Australian Wallabies in 1948.
Off the field Bill held numerous positions within the Rugby Club where his hands-on approach coupled with his rare ability to activate others and 'make things happen' meant that he was one of Tynedale's most influential administrators ever.
Bill took over the club presidency at Tynedale in 1970 following the sudden death of Bobby Blackburn and served a further term in 1971/72. He was an active member of many of the club's committees and was one of the prime instigators behind the introduction of mini-rugby at Tynedale. Helped by Jim Chapman, Stuart Enevoldson, Tom Dixon and Ken Bell, Bill was the main driving force behind the club's acquisition of Tynedale Park, the move from Dene Park, Hexham, and the construction of the new clubhouse at Corbridge. He later oversaw the building of the new spectator stand.
Bill's efforts on behalf of the club, over almost 40 years, were acknowledged in 1976 when he was elected an honorary life member of the club. It was also appropriate that, in 1993, he was the first Chief Executive appointed by the club after the reorganisation of the management and committee structures.
The listing of Bill's visible achievements and the posts he held does not, however, do full justice to his influence on the club, and its attitudes. He was a towering figure on and off the field. He conveyed a feeling of real enjoyment and fun. He was the oracle - sought out for advice by one and all, and he was always helpful, considerate, and wise. Bill was one of the truly great men of Tynedale Rugby Club both on the field and off the field - a real gentleman who immediately gained and held the respect of all those who met him. We shall not see his like again.

Bobby Dobson
October 2006 - aged early sixties.
Bobby (or "Doorknob" as he was affectionately known by his teammates at Tynedale) sadly died at his home in Lowestoft after suffering from strokes and heart problems over an eight month period.
Bobby, an ex QEGS pupil, played for Tynedale in the late sixties and early seventies and was a regular attendee at the Past Players Lunches - where his ever smiling face and bubbling personality were a key feature of these annual reunions.

PLAYING RECORDS (2006-2007)

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TEAM RECORDS

Team	Played	Won	Drawn	Lost	For	Against
1stXV	34	26	1	7	999	555
Raiders	27	24	0	3	1101	273
Grasshoppers	22	20	0	2	768	196
Veterans	8	5	0	3	172	95
Colts	28	17	0	11	682	541

MATCH PROGRAMME
Tynedale v West Park - 9th December 2006

Raiders and Hoppers win everything!
Season 2006-7 will go down as a magnificent season for both Tynedale Raiders and Tynedale Grasshoppers.
Tynedale Raiders had a triple success, topping both the UBS CANDY League and the Northumberland League 2A as well as winning the Northumberland Senior Shield, defeating Berwick Bears 64-8 in the final at Northern.
Tynedale Grasshoppers won the double, topping the Northumberland League 2B and winning the Northumberland Junior Cup, defeating Percy Park 17-11 in the final at Ashington.

Raiders Captain Simon Allen with the CANDY League Trophy

The Raiders with the Northumberland Senior Shield

The Hoppers with the Northumberland Junior Cup

SNIPPETS
(01/02/2007) - Mark Laycock's father Dave has contacted the club to let us know that Mark was allowed home from hospital today. (Mark suffered a compound fracture of his leg whilst playing for Tynedale against Morley on 27th Jan). Dave also thanked all the lads who had popped in to see him, saying how much the visits had been appreciated.
(13/11/2006) - Two of Tynedale's senior members were rushed to hospital yesterday. Bill Stewart (Hon Secretary) was taken into hospital with a suspected heart attack whilst Mike Coulson (Immediate Past-President, Membership Sec etc) was called into hospital for a kidney transplant. We wish Bill and Mike full and speedy recoveries.
(11/11/2006) - Jamie Murray was a surprise inclusion in the 1stXV against Preston Grasshoppers as he had declared himself unavailable due to his intention to attend a stag party in Barcelona. Jamie was prevented from flying however as his dog had chewed his passport and officials would not accept it at the airport. Nice one dog!
(08/09/2006) -A development from the International Schools Tournament held on Sunday 3rd September 2006 was that Merchiston played Ampleforth across various age ranges at Tynedale RFC on Saturday September 16th
(29/05/2006) Tynedale's physiotherapist for the past four years, Matt Lee, is unfortunately (for us) leaving the club to take up a full time position with Premiership side Northampton Saints. We congratulate Matt and wish him well . (21/06/2006) Catherine Cotterill will take over from Matt for the new season. Catherine works at 'Connect', played rugby for Scotland and has a husband who plays at Novos.

Clubhouse Developments
Work on the new disabled access and disabled toilets at the clubhouse will begin on Monday 23rd April 2007. This will provide a new improved entrance to the clubhouse on the eastern side of the building and it will provide disabled facilities which comply with Disability legislation.
The development will also see the building of new separate changing-rooms in partnership with Corbridge United Junior Football Club. These new facilities will also accomodate female sortswomen.
The Rugby Club will enter into a 25-year agreement to lease the new changing-rooms and pitches on Tynedale Park to the football club

Tynedale Sports Council Awards
At the annual awards evening held on Monday 4th December 2006 the club won the following awards:-
Youth Team of the Year Tynedale Panthers
Club of the Year (award of merit) Tynedale RFC
Adult Team of the Year (runner up) Tynedale 1stXV
Coach of the Year (runner up) Tom Borthwick
Sportsman of the Year (runner up) Hamish Smales

Ali Update (1st Feb 2007)
Ali Johnson is now back at home in Wolfhills , Coanwood , Haltwhistle following two long spells in James Cook University Hospital Middlesborough , Spinal Unit , during January 2007. Ali was very seriously ill in early January following an operation for kidney stones & he was re admitted to both James Cook & Hexham hospitals at various stages.
The Johnson family continue to battle with the local authority regarding Ali's need for purpose built accommodation & the next Council meeting is on 5/02/07.
The BBC & ITV were filming at Wolfhills yesterday in support of Ali.
Meanwhile fundraising continues & the Rugby Writers Club have donated £2,000 & the Tynedale RFC collected over £700 at the Cup match against Leeds Tykes.
However the family are facing ongoing & demanding living expenses & need our continued active support.
A meeting is planned for Thursday 22nd. February at Coanwood to coordinate future plans. What can YOU do to help please ??
Thanks & best regards,
Blackie.
Alan Black, Leisure Rugby Manager, Rugby Football Union

New Year greeting from Ali
Ali wishes everyone at Tynedale all the best for 2007. He was disappointed not to see people on the 16th Dec at the club house due to being in Hexham General.
On Jan 1st he was admitted to the SIU for his first kidney operation on the 2nd, the operation took much longer than expected. He was due back to theatre on the 4th but it was cancelled due to his poor condition. His second operation is to be in about 6- 8 weeks time then we hope he has a better year than 2006.
Kindest regards to all the Fylde team on the 6th
Sheila Johnson (Ali's mother)

Senior County Rugby (2006-2007)
05 May 2007 Northumberland 42 v Cumbria 31 at Tynedale
12 May 2007 Notts, Lincs & Derby 10 v Northumberland 43 at Scunthorpe
19 May 2007 Warwickshire 23 v Northumberland 17 at Coventry
Both Jamie Murray and Peter Southern acted as Captains of the senior County side with 14 Tynedale players representing the county at this level.

Hamish selected for England Counties Tour

Hamish Smales has been selected for the England Counties tour of Russia which takes place in June. It will be Hamish's second successive season in the Counties squad .
Hamish's brother Jack was also selected but is unable to travel because of work commitments.
The tour kicks off with a warm-up game against Krasnoyarsk on June 7th followed by a match against national champions VA-Podmoskovie on June 12th before meeting the Russian national side on June 16th.
The Counties side is selected from clubs playing outside the Guiness premiership.

Schools International Tournament - Sunday 3rd Sept 2006
The eighth International Schools Tournament was held at Tynedale Park on Sunday 3rd September 2006 when thirteen Schools competed for the Tynedale Trophy.
Filton College, Bristol successfully defended their title beating newcomers Stowe School, Buckinghamshire in the Final 14pts to nil. Stowe on their way to the Final beat RGS,Newcastle, Fettes ,Edinburgh and Edinburgh Academy -Filton beat Stowe and RGS Newcastle in the early Pool stages and beat Yarm, Stockton, Merchiston Castle, Edinburgh in the KO Stages.
Tynedale Schools were well beaten by Merchiston at the Quarter final stage while Barnard Castle were very unlucky to lose on a toss of a coin having drawn with Edinburgh Academy.
RGS, Newcastle met local rivals Durham in the Plate Final having beaten Connacht and QEGS,Wakefield previously. Durham beat Northumberland Schools in their semi-final before losing 14-0 in the final.
The Tournament was sponsored by Northumbria University for the first time, it is also supported by Tynedale and Northumberland Councils and the Hexham Courant.
Tynedale RFC are again appreciative of the support for this Tournament from Schools , just about to start their new seasons. A development from this Tournament is that Merchiston will play Ampleforth across various age ranges at Tynedale RFC on Saturday September 16th - 12 teams each commencing at 11.00am.

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