Welcome to the latest edition of The Guilder – a newsletter to keep you up-to-date with everything happening at The Guild.
In this edition, we share last season’s award winners across the Club, your club committee for 2025-2026, a review of the year to date for Titans and the coming season’s men’s fixtures!
2024-2025 Awards
Chairman's Award
James Manwaring
President's Award
Harry Brooks-Keith
Junior Clubman
Lachlan Davidson-Evans
Men's Players Player of the Season
Chris Dunne
Men's Coaches Player of the Season
Max Plumb
Men's Most Improved Player of the Season
Kyle Barlow
Men's Young Player of the Season
Brendan Lawrence
Men's Top Points Scorer
Sam Herniman
Men's Top Try Scorer
Reuben Marshment-Binning
Men's 1st XV Ties
Mark Ellis, Max Plumb, Kai Trigwell, Sean Price
Girls Coaches Player of the Season
Pippa Noone
Girls Coaches Player of the Season
Ava Clarke
Girls Most Improved Player
Holly Stables
Girls Players Player of the Season
Shannon Ingram
Girls Tag Player of the Season
Eadie Walker
U14 & U15 Coaches Player of the Season
Charlie Payne
U14 & U15 Most Improved Player of the Season
Jack Webb-Finn
U14 & U15 Players Player of the Season
Jayden McGivern
U14 & U12 &U13 Coaches Player of the Season
Harry Walton
U12 &U13 Most Improved Player of the Season
Jack White
U12 &U13 Players Player of the Season
Jake McDonnell
U11 Coaches Player of the Season
Austin Turnbull
U11 Most Improved Player of the Season
Elliott Munro
U11 Players Player of the Season
Daniel Hutchcox
U9 Coaches Player of the Season
Elijah Clarke
U9 Most Improved Player of the Season
Jaxson Davies
U9 Players Player of the Season
Jack Rollins
U6/U7/U8 Coaches Player of the Season
Elijah Munro
U6/U7/U8 Most Improved Player of the Season
Fabian Alom
U6/U7/U8 Players Player of the Season
Harry Oatridge
Touch Union Players Player
Carl Neale
Touch Union Most Improved Player
Evie Donnelly
Vice Presidents
Sandra Davidson
Ruth Shirley
Thanks to all players, coaches, volunteers and staff across the Club for their commitment and success during a season of much upheaval and change.
Trinity Guild Titans – 2025 Highlights Report
The Titans have enjoyed a fantastic run of events this year, showcasing their growth, team spirit, and love for the game.
In May, the team played a spirited match against the Oxford Wolves at Chinnor Rugby Club, just before the Chinnor vs Coventry fixture. The players demonstrated great sportsmanship, supporting one another and playing with enthusiasm and unity.
Following that, the Titans made a vibrant appearance at Tag Fest, where their new mascot, Trinny, stole the show. Designed by Joe after a year without a mascot, Trinny made her debut in the mascot race and quickly became the talk of the event. Her presence added a fun and memorable touch to the day.
The players had a fantastic time at Tag Fest, with some even getting the opportunity to share how rugby at Trinity Guild has positively impacted their personal growth. Notably, a few of the players, including Ben, were featured on TV, bringing well-deserved attention to the team.
Looking ahead, a couple of Titans players will be undertaking their ERCA (England Rugby Coaching Award) qualifications this year. This step will empower them to help bring the joy of rugby to even more people in the community.
2025 - 2026 Guild Structure
Trinity Guild RFC Ltd
Directors: Martin Wheeler, Luke Donnelly, Mark Stevenson, Andy Gayton & Steve Shirley
Trinity Guild RFC General Committee
President - Martin Wheeler
Chairman - Luke Donnelly
Vice Chairman - Jo Davidson
Honorary Secretary - Ian Webb
Honorary Treasurer - Mark Stevenson
Safeguarding Officers - Sam Manwaring & Siobhan Murphy
RugbySafe Officer - Lynne Davidson
Membership Officers - Andy Gayton & Claire Cooke
Club Development Officer - Pete Glackin
Coventry & Mid-Warwickshire Reps - Martin Wheeler & Lynne Davidson
Media Officer - Anna Shirley & Vacancy
Fixtures Secretary - Ian Webb
Disciplinary Officer - Steve Rawson
Men’s Captain - Kyle Barlow
Women’s Captain - Katie Donnelly
Minis and Juniors Chair - Craig Clarke
Touch Union Rugby Lead - Tony Morgan
Titans Leads - Sean Noone & Kieron Noone
Martin Wheeler Fields (MWF)
At the AGM, there was a consistent message from our President, Chairman and Treasurer regarding the need to become financially sustainable in our new ground.
Two years ago, the membership voted at the AGM to call the new ground, Martin Wheeler Fields, recognising the enormous commitment of Martin to leading the Ground Committee in delivering the new facilities.
To maximise the appeal of MWF outside of the Club as a venue, we have launched social media in its name. Please follow these accounts to stay up to date!
Instagram: @martinwheelerfields
Facebook: Martin Wheeler Fields
We have successfully held Birthday Parties, Christenings, Christmas Parties and other celebrations at MWF.
Other rugby related events have also been held, including Cov & Mid-Warwickshire Committee meetings, RFU Facilities meetings, Warwickshire Women, Rugby Lionnesses and Coventry Corsairs.
On Saturday 28th June, we will be running our first live music event open to the general public – with The Covers Collective playing. We’ll gauge the success after the event and hope to make live music a regular fixture at MWF.
The calendar is beginning to fill up with further engagement parties and birthday celebrations – not forgetting our first Wedding Reception!
MWF hosted Coventry Corsairs RFC Inclusive Touch Tournament
#ItTakesBallsToTalk
Key Dates for your Diary
Day
Date
Kick-Off
Opponents / Event
Saturday
5th July
Private Function - Dinner
Saturday
12th July
10:00 am
British & Irish Lions v NZ & AU Invitational XV
Sunday
13th July
3:00 pm
Member's Function - Birthday
Tuesday
15th July
Afternoon
Private Function - SEND Day
Saturday
19th July
10:00 am
British & Irish Lions v AUSTRALIA – 1st Test
Friday
25th July
Private Function - Quiz Nite
Saturday
26th July
10:00 am
British & Irish Lions v AUSTRALIA – 2nd Test
Saturday
2nd August
10:00 am
British & Irish Lions v AUSTRALIA – 3rd Test
Saturday
16th August
1:00 pm
Private function - WEDDING RECEPTION
Friday
22nd August
6:00 pm
Women's Rugby World Cup ENGLAND V USA
Saturday
23rd August
1:00 pm
GUILD FAMILY FUN DAY
Sunday
24th August
2:00 pm
Private Function – Engagement Party
Saturday
13th September
3:00 pm
Mens 1st Home Game of the New Season v Alcester IIs
Friday
26th September
6:00 pm
Private Function – Birthday Party
Rugby Activity
There continues to be a lot of rugby taking place at The Guild, as the club moves into Preseason training!
Monday
Women’s Rugby Fit
Junior Girls Training
Tuesday
Men’s Rugby Training
Wednesday
Titans Rugby Tag
Thursday
Guild Touch Union Rugby
Junior Boys Training
Men's Rugby Training
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Minis and Juniors Rugby
Titans Touch Rugby
Keep an eye on social media for fixtures, results, video interviews and events!
Men's Rugby - 2025-2026
Guild Superstars
200 Club Winners!
February 2025
£40 164 Dave Shore
£20 56 Steve Rawson
£10 38 Lee Hart
March 2025
£40 137 Ian Webb
£20 107 Jo and the Girls
£10 174 Simon Firth
April 2025
£40 16 John Lewis
£20 59 Anna Shirley
£10 122 Aj Somal
May 2025
£40 99 Mark Stevenson
£20 112 Pete Humber
£10 85 Craig Clarke
We still have a few numbers free – if you are interested, contact Steve Shirley 07932009065
