May 13th 2009

Having topped the CRFU's Official 2nd and 3rd XV Merit Table One this season, the Penzance & Newlyn RFC 'Amateurs' have applied to be admitted into the newly constituted Cornwall League for next season.

Acceptance would enable them to attain a full complement of fixtures, which is something they have missed out on, as too many clubs have cancelled fixtures (league and friendly) against them.

The side has been existence for three years, and is made up wholly of amateur players, young and old, whose only wish is to play and enjoy their rugby.

An application for league status has been made before, but was not given backing through the Cornwall RFU. It is disappointing that, once again, the hierarchy of the Cornwall RFU appear unsupportive.

However, as there are other such teams about the country that have apparently been given permission in the past, and who play in England's league structure, it is hoped that this latest application will be favourably received by other Cornish Clubs.