GRFC

The 1XV: Playoff Fever Begins Today marks a monumental step for our 1st XV  as they embark on their playoff journey. After a grueling and hard-fought regular season in Regional 2 South East, the boys have secured the 3rd place spot in the table. Last week’s dominant 42-15 victory over Horsham was a statement of intent. It didn’t just show what we are capable of with ball in hand; it secured the vital home advantage we enjoy this weekend. The playoffs are a different animal—there’s no...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tony Thatcher, Vice President of GRFC, following a long and courageous battle with dementia. A well-respected and much-loved figure within the local sporting community, Tony is remembered by many for his years of dedicated service as a teacher at Thamesview School. His commitment to sport was equally profound; in addition to his role at GRFC, he served as Vice President of Meopham Cricket Club and was a highly regarded Kent Rugby...

Gravesend produced a dominant display against play-off rivals Horsham to secure a home tie next week against the same opposition.   Knowing nothing less than limiting the opposition to one bonus point would do Gravesend started brightly.  Ben Hope received the kick off and immediately breached the Horsham line only to be stopped by a last ditch tackle by the opposition scrum half.   Hope was not to be denied just four minutes later as he timed his run to perfection, rode a tackle and dated...