RFU Rugby Development
Regional Rugby Development Manager - SouthWest:
Andy Blackmore, The West of England Sports Trust, The University of the West of England, Frenchay Campus, Coldharbour Lane, Bristol, BS16 1QYMobile: 07764 960392 E-mail: andyblackmore@rfu.com
Bristol & District Rugby Development Officer:
James Farndon, Portway Rugby Development Centre, Mobile No: 07809 199944 E-mail: jamesfarndon@rfu.com
North Gloucestershire Rugby Development Officer:
Gregg Bayliss, 9 Plantation Crescent, Bredon, Gloucestershire, GL20 7QG. Mobile: 07764 960396 E-mail: greggbayliss@rfu.com
The main objectives of the Development Officers are:-
• Assist Clubs to set up and develop rugby within the existing club structure
• Provide opportunities for increased participation at all levels
• Raise the standard of coaching within clubs and schools
• Provide increased opportunity for higher level performance among the Young Rugby Playing Community
• Carry out other tasks relevant to the Constituent Body.
• For advice on any of the above, please contact the Development Officer in your area.
Regional Coaching Development Officer:
Nevil Jeffery, Short Course Department, Hartpury College, Hartpury, Glos GL19 3BE Mobile: 07764 336705 E-mail: neviljeffery@rfu.com
South West Region Women's Rugby Development Manager:
Angela Barnett, Mobile: 07841 367392 E-mail: angelabarnett@rfu.com