I want to begin by thanking everyone who rolled up their sleeves for our Club Clean-Up Weekend (27–28 August). The transformation was incredible—we tackled a huge amount of work and set the stage for a vibrant return to rugby.

This weekend we launched with real momentum:
• Girls Activity Day brought fresh energy and new players into our girls’ section. A big thank you to Ruairí O`Connell and the volunteers who made it happen.
• The Men’s 1st XV opened with a dominant 46–0 victory over Wasps RFC.
• The Women’s 1st XV – Finchley Phoenix returned with a thrilling 22–22 draw away to Enfield Barbarians.
• Our Mini and Youth teams are back in training, buzzing with excitement and ready for the season ahead.

Important Reminders
Registration and Subs
The season is underway—please make sure you’ve registered and paid your subs. Discounts are available until the end of September, so act now to secure yours – Pay Membership

Middlesex Rugby Financial Support Fund
Applications are now open to support economically disadvantaged young people across our rugby community. We strongly encourage eligible families to apply and benefit from this vital initiative.

Player Sponsorship
We’re inviting members, families, and local businesses to sponsor a player this season—whether it’s a senior, youth, or mini. It’s a fantastic way to support grassroots rugby and promote your business within the Finchley RFC community.

Kit & Merchandise
Need new kit? Visit our club shop online – Kit & Merchandise

The clubhouse shop will be open:
• Saturdays: 1.00pm–6.00pm
• Sundays: 9.00am–2.00pm
Stock is limited, so don’t leave it too late.

Women’s Rugby World Cup at Finchley RFC
Join us at the clubhouse to watch key Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 matches as we build toward the final on Saturday 27th September. Upcoming screenings include:

• Saturday 13th – Quarter Final, 4.00pm
• Sunday 14th – Semi Final, 4.00pm
• Saturday 20th – Final, 3.30pm

Let’s come together to celebrate the women’s game and cheer on the action.

This Weekend’s Senior Fixtures
Saturday:
Men’s 2nd XV vs Belsize Park (Home, 3.00pm)
Men’s 1st XV vs Hampstead (Away, 3.00pm)
Sunday:
Finchley Phoenix vs Cheshunt (Cup Match, Home, 2.00pm KO). This is the women`s 1st XV first home game after more than 30 years, so please do come along and support them. It promises to be a cracking game and it`s your opportunity to make history and say you were there on their return!

In the News
We’re proud to share that Finchley RFC has been featured in the Ham & High, celebrating our connection to the England Women’s Rugby team. It’s a brilliant spotlight on the club’s legacy and future. Read the article here.

Thank you all for your continued support, energy, and passion. Let’s keep the momentum going—on the pitch, in the clubhouse, and across our community.

Warm regards,
George