Aldermaston RFC FunDay

Aldermaston Funday
In conjunction with London Irish, Hanson, Marshalls of Newbury and The RFU, Aldermaston RFC organised a fun day with a rugby theme for local children of all ages on Sunday 18th September. The day took place on the RecSoc fields, and hosted a large Rugby Rampage inflatable assault course, Sumo wrestling, kicking competitions, skills and handling courses, a BBQ, and refreshments. Popular on the day, the rugby rampage competition involved teams of 4 youngsters in a relay, running through a large assualt course with their ball, passing players and obstacles on their way, practising and learning rugby skills in a fun way.

	A major aspect to the day was a very special appearance from none other than London Irish mascot Digger the Dog. Already a friend of many Aldermaston juniors, Digger came along to participate in the fun, and come to the Reccie to see some friends. After meeting all the juniors and their parents, he went on to attempt the rugby rampage, showing some of the skill he has picked up from watching the Exiles in action every week! Never bored of having his photo taken with fans, Digger was all over the pitch meeting London Irish fans young and old. After an hour long visit, it was time to head back to the kennel for a nosh and a drink at the MadStad!

Another well supported game on the day, was the Sumo Suits wrestling challenge. Open to the older kids, the would be sumo's donned a heavily padded suit, and tried to ground their opponent and get them out of the ring. The main event was seeing Luke Flyn's flying tackle upon his opponent, but still not managing to make him move off his feet.

	The event was supported by Tadley Roundabout, who were represented on the day by a small team of reporters to capture the exploits and photograph the day in its glory. Conveniently camped out next to the BBQ (they must have done this sort of thing before...) they took hundreds of shots for the community website

The skills courses were equally busy, with youngsters of all ages racing their friends in the hope of being the fastest around our specially designed course, testing all areas of the non-contact game. The prize for the luckiest, fastest and most stylish entrants was a Gilbert training ball, kindly donated by the RFU in support of the event. Everyone taking part in any game on the day received a goody bag full of things from the RFU and London Irish.