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The following 2 national coach positions have become available. Men's 30 Mixed 30s U18 Mixed - A new category for ETC2014If you are interested in taking on this rewarding role and leading the above teams to become European Champions in 2014, please download the registration form and send to Ben@englandtouch.org.ukApplication form: Application form_Regional and National coach ...

England are looking to enter a mixed U18s team in to the 2014 European Touch Championships, in Swansea.All clubs/regions are encouraged to actively find talented youngsters who will form part of this team and become the superstars of tomorrow.When: Saturday 21st SeptemberWhere: Droitwich RFC, WorcestershireKeep an eye out for more info in the coming weeks on here and on our soc ...

2013: Not the year of the EWOkerNever before had the term 'England Women's Open' been more apt: With 6 new caps joining the 10 retuning players; ranging from one who'd taken time off school to one who'd pulled on the white and red more times than Jonny Wilkinson; we had a true mix of youth, agility and experience in the side representing EWO at Home Nations in 2013.This year sa ...

A group of rugby enthusiasts are getting ready for Northampton Saints annual summer tournament of Touch beginning this month.The group, which has entered each of the 6 week events since 2008, was set up by a selection of Northampton Saints fans through the supporters website, www.comeonyousaints.com.Since then, COYS Touch Club (as they are now known), have flourished and increa ...

AdministrationIn order to protect our coaches and members, we have set up a  TMG CRB service contract, TMG is the umbrella body for the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This will allow England Touch to utilise electronic submission of criminal record check applications for our own workforce and affiliate member organisations. In order to make this succesful, we are looking ...

2013 saw sweeping changes to England’s premier touch team - the England Men’s Open. Ben Smith stepped up from coaching the England Men’s 30 team and brought with him an intricate knowledge of the game and also unrivalled energy and enthusiasm. Coach Smith’s ability to instruct a team is only enhanced further by his sideline presence, there is no hiding from that voice.This year ...

Congratulations to London Galaxy for taking the 2013 NTS title,and to CSSC Wookies for taking the 2013 CTS title.Round up of the winners from the weekend below, full results to come.Overall NTS title - London GalaxyElite 8s Cup - Bareback RidersElite 8s Plate - TumekeSuper 8s Cup - London ScorpionsSuper 8s Plate - OxfordOverall CTS Title - CSSC WookiesCTS Cup - Canterbury Couga ...

The men's 35s team had limited preparation time together before the Home Nations, there were some changes from the team that won the Euros in 2012, with a couple of players coming in from the 30s team and a couple of new faces.Under the leadership and guidance of Mike Roa the limited time was put to good use with some great sessions that created a good team spirit and a basic g ...

Ahead of the Selection day, The West Wildcats are holding "Touch Development Days" for old and new players alike.If you've been playing touch for a while, then come and refine your touch skills or, if you are new to the sport, come down for the first time and try out the game. All players of all ages will receive FREE coaching from regional and national touch coaches and player ...

Due to the dramatic growth of Touch in England, England Touch launched a new two tier system in 2012. The top flight National Touch Series (NTS) and the second tier the Challenge Touch Series (CTS).The 2013 season sees the CTS in its second year with its popularity on the increase as it is now also attracting some European club entries.   The aim of the CTS is to develop the cl ...