ShropshireBull Posted April 9 Share Posted April 9 41 minutes ago, Yorks Tim said: More Bulls on the loose Bit of a trip for DFJ. The dedication people have to the sport amazes me . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fevtom Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 Just wanted to say i’m impressed with the level of professionalism on Cornwall’s online presence. Their website is as good as any Super League team and probably better than most. I’m often astounded at how bad some Rugby League clubs are online. Even at the top level it can take days for match reports to appear or results to be updated. I’ve just been on the Skolars website and they still have last seasons table up. They might not have the squad yet, but Cornwall are doing all the right things off the field to show that they’re a serious club. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShropshireBull Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 21 minutes ago, fevtom said: Just wanted to say i’m impressed with the level of professionalism on Cornwall’s online presence. Their website is as good as any Super League team and probably better than most. I’m often astounded at how bad some Rugby League clubs are online. Even at the top level it can take days for match reports to appear or results to be updated. I’ve just been on the Skolars website and they still have last seasons table up. They might not have the squad yet, but Cornwall are doing all the right things off the field to show that they’re a serious club. Exactly, they are doing what I'd consider the basics very well which makes it easier to attract sponsors. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WN83 Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 I’ll try and catch some of the game today on my way over to Wakey. A couple of young Wigan lads have gone on loan to Cornwall and are in the squad (Toby Brannan and Adam Jones). I’ve been impressed with Brannan when I’ve seen him. He’s a big prop and dominant at academy level, so it’ll be interesting to see how he goes against bigger blokes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorks Tim Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 Lovely day for the first ever home game in Penryn. I'm sure the game will live up to the occasion and the Cornwall first win won't be too long after today 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulwalker71 Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 On 09/04/2022 at 04:53, Toby Chopra said: Dual reg deal with Bradford. Could be a game changer if Bulls actually use it. But how would it work? Most Bulls players are part time, so how can they train in Cornwall? https://cornwallrlfc.co.uk/news/cornwall-agree-dual-registration-with-bradford-bulls/ I'm confused We've announced a DR partnership with Cornwall-- and then promptly sent two players to team up with their opponents for this afternoon. ** head scratching ** 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groundhopper Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 (edited) Just back from the match, well back to hotel in Plymouth Many good impressions, sitting on the train from Plymouth and hearing the ticket inspector keep repeating change at Truro for Penryn, a good selection of RL shirts on the train and a combination of RL fans and Cornwall meant friendly people. Doubt I have chatted to as many RL fans in a single day before with the journey back similar the ground was better than I expected, slightly ramshackle stand and cover opposite, albeit blocked by tv gantry today. Plenty of grass banking and nice weather in any event Everything well organised for food and drink with no queues. Heard in advance 1000 plus tickets sold but would estimate crowd a bit lower than that For a first match could not have been better organised On the field, I have to admit I am a part time Hurricanes fan so have seen some large home defeats. Cornwall had the ball for almost all of the first five and the visitors scored against the run of play but then one way traffic and 0 40 at half time. Sone players clearly lacked the experience but the score was mostly due to one off mistakes. Second half was level until the last minute. a significant end to end slope may have been a factor Nothing overall but positives and those on the train said they would come again Where players will come from ti improve the team is an issue but the ones they have will get better and there does seem to be an acceptance that victories over West wales and maybe Skolars and hopefully a couple of bonus wins elsewhere will suffice. Long term other factors will influence success, failure and longevity but for today, well done Cornwall , Edited April 10 by groundhopper 18 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorks Tim Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 Don't know the official attendance figure but I do know this was a major success for Cornwall and the game. Really hope the locals come back next week because the club and the players really seem to be committed to making this work. You had to be there today to see how good the event was. 8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OriginalMrC Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 6 hours ago, paulwalker71 said: I'm confused We've announced a DR partnership with Cornwall-- and then promptly sent two players to team up with their opponents for this afternoon. ** head scratching ** Both on loan not DR. Also clubs can have more than one DR agreement Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fighting irish Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 4 minutes ago, Yorks Tim said: Don't know the official attendance figure but I do know this was a major success for Cornwall and the game. Really hope the locals come back next week because the club and the players really seem to be committed to making this work. You had to be there today to see how good the event was. is it televised (on our league?)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorks Tim Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 5 minutes ago, fighting irish said: is it televised (on our league?)? Yes all their games are on Our League. Home and away I believe. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fighting irish Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 3 minutes ago, Yorks Tim said: Yes all their games are on Our League. Home and away I believe. Can't find it there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave T Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 9 hours ago, fevtom said: Just wanted to say i’m impressed with the level of professionalism on Cornwall’s online presence. Their website is as good as any Super League team and probably better than most. I’m often astounded at how bad some Rugby League clubs are online. Even at the top level it can take days for match reports to appear or results to be updated. I’ve just been on the Skolars website and they still have last seasons table up. They might not have the squad yet, but Cornwall are doing all the right things off the field to show that they’re a serious club. Which SL clubs have websites worse than Cornwall's? Because I'd be very worried if that was the case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristianB Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 31 minutes ago, Yorks Tim said: Don't know the official attendance figure but I do know this was a major success for Cornwall and the game. Really hope the locals come back next week because the club and the players really seem to be committed to making this work. You had to be there today to see how good the event was. Thank you, Tim. That's much appreciated. Hope to head up with the team to your patch later in the season. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonM Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 23 minutes ago, fighting irish said: Can't find it there. They're on live - not sure that the recordings of the games are available for later viewing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulwalker71 Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 46 minutes ago, OriginalMrC said: Both on loan not DR. Also clubs can have more than one DR agreement Well, yeah, I guess DFJ was sent to you guys to regain match fitness after being suspended. That will be a one-off. Marcus Green is a reserve player, he might stick around. Still seems a bit odd that we didn't send those two to play for Cornwall - not that it would have made much difference to the result today Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristianB Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 1 hour ago, Yorks Tim said: Don't know the official attendance figure but I do know this was a major success for Cornwall and the game. Really hope the locals come back next week because the club and the players really seem to be committed to making this work. You had to be there today to see how good the event was. Attendance of 1473. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiffers Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 49 minutes ago, ChristianB said: Attendance of 1473. For those not so familiar with the local RU attendances. Worth noting that Cornish Pirates opened their season in 21/22 with 1263 against Richmond and average around 1800 a game. 1500 is a great start! 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George1992 Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 2 hours ago, JonM said: They're on live - not sure that the recordings of the games are available for later viewing. They will be available to re watch once Our League makes it update their website. You will even have the chance to see the highlights on the website and on Cornwall's youtube page. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshmagpie Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 There’s an Australian half back en-route to Cornwall. Been in a Queensland cup system recently so should add a bit of quality to them. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearman Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 Good luck Cornwall. We had a great day there today. The atmosphere was fantastic. The home crowd never shut up ( not sure about the 1400÷, but there was a large game for League 1. So well done to all concerned) They will win a few games BUT they need to find RL players. Low level union players just don't cut it. Being local isn't enough. They have the chance to do something special for RL and I hope they do. Sorry we put a damper on your party, To the Cornwall fans get behind your team, they could be quite special. 6 Ron Banks Midlands Hurricanes and Barrow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristianB Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 47 minutes ago, Bearman said: Good luck Cornwall. We had a great day there today. The atmosphere was fantastic. The home crowd never shut up ( not sure about the 1400÷, but there was a large game for League 1. So well done to all concerned) They will win a few games BUT they need to find RL players. Low level union players just don't cut it. Being local isn't enough. They have the chance to do something special for RL and I hope they do. Sorry we put a damper on your party, To the Cornwall fans get behind your team, they could be quite special. Glad you had a great time, Bearman. It's a long-term project, and everyone at the club is working to make it a success. It will be. There were definitely that many there. That's the figure from the gate attendant receipts. Also, with regard to local recruits, bear in mind that Sam Snell (2nd row) now has two tries in two games. That's the kind of raw talent we are unearthing and developing. Really looking forward to welcoming travelling RL fans over coming months. They play such a big part in adding to the event and bringing new local fans up to speed. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShropshireBull Posted April 11 Share Posted April 11 If Cornwall settle on half that this season 600-700 they will be fine. Filming all games probably for sponsors. Difference I feel with them to say WWR is I dont think the people behind it will be content to survive. Think they will be a hell of a lot stronger next year and still have some firsts (hopefully first Challenge Cup home game) to look forward to. For me if they get a few wins and are looking like being a stronger outfit next season that will be success. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stirlin Posted April 11 Share Posted April 11 On 10/04/2022 at 12:19, paulwalker71 said: I'm confused We've announced a DR partnership with Cornwall-- and then promptly sent two players to team up with their opponents for this afternoon. ** head scratching ** Thought Foggin Johnston was banned ?. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jughead Posted April 11 Share Posted April 11 Was Eric Perez around for the game? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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