Brixham RFC
Dear Members and Supporters,
After careful consideration and extensive discussions with our players, rugby management, and directors, we have made the difficult decision to withdraw our First Team from this year’s Devon Cup competition. As a result, Saturday’s match against Sidmouth will now be played as a league fixture, allowing Sidmouth to progress to the Devon Cup Final against Barnstaple next weekend.
Traditionally, the Devon Cup Final should take place at the end of the league season. However, due to circumstances beyond our control, this is not the case this year. Despite our repeated requests for an alternative date, these have been declined.
As a club, we are just three games away from achieving something historic—playing at Level 4 national rugby for the first time in Brixham RFC’s 150-year history. As a senior rugby management team, we believe we must do everything possible to stay focused on this goal.
Had we progressed past Sidmouth on 8th March, we would have faced Barnstaple with a depleted squad due to injuries and player unavailability, putting both performance and player welfare at risk. The following weekend, we travel to Royal Wootton Bassett for another must-win fixture. When we played them at home, it was an extremely close contest, and securing an away victory with a bonus point is essential. We then face Launceston at home, where another bonus-point win will be crucial. If we succeed in these three fixtures, we will win the league and secure the promotion that our players, staff, and supporters deserve.
This decision was not taken lightly. As a club, we are immensely proud of our Devon roots and our commitment to the Devon Cup. We fully understand that some may feel disappointed, frustrated, or let down by this outcome, and for that, we sincerely apologise. However, given the circumstances, we firmly believe this is the best course of action.
We welcome open discussion, and any member of our senior rugby or strategy team would be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Thank you for your support.
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Good decision. Go for it .
I think you have made a wise decision winning the League is the priority
I think all Things Considered you have made the right choice. Not an easy one I’ll grant you, but in the best interests of the club.
Understandable in the situation we find ourselves in… a decision not taken lightly I’m sure… The Rowdy’s will always back the club 110 % …
Hard decision but the correct one and let’s hope the Crusaders can give us a cup run.
Totally agree with your decision as these last games are very important and the players fitness are important
100% correct decision
I fully support the pragmatic approach to this dilemma. With no flexibility from Devon RFU the club were left with no other reasonable choice. Focus must be 100% on promotion.
I think it’s a great decision you’re making. The whole group of players and staff have done an amazing job on and off the pitch. It would be brilliant to see Brixham playing National 4. Well done everyone.
I completely support the club’s management decision as this is in the best interests of the club and players.
Justin