As we move to another season, Worplesdon Rangers have 19 teams, approaching
300 players, 20 coaches FA level 1, 1 FA level 1 goalkeeping
coach. Running age groups from reception to Under 17.
Our teams from U7 play in the Surrey Primary League.
We have players registered to play at Under 17's, with teams in the age groups
down to under 7. With 300 boys (and some girls) at the club, we aim
to provide organised, structured training. Our coaching sessions are supervised
by experienced, F.A. qualified Coaches, and as part of our Charter status,
have Child Protection and Equal opportunity policies in place. Training takes
place on Saturday mornings in various locations around Guildford.
Guildford Sports Awards 2011
At Christ’s College on 22nd September 2011, the Club was proud to be nominated for the SAS Community Award and the Lamont Outstanding Contribution to Sport Award (nominee: Brian Slyfield). Although we were runners up in both categories, we were grateful to receive high-profile recognition of our role in the community and our contribution to children's sport in the Guildford area.
WRFC 10th Anniversary Celebration
When: Saturday 9th July 2011. 2-6pm
Where: Northmead School Playing Field.
If you missed it, here are some highlights...
Team representatives are required for the following age groups:
Under 6, Under 7, Under 9, Under 10, Under 11, Under 14, Under 16.
The role is to liaise between team manager and Club, attend monthly committee
meetings. As the Club has grown it is essential every team is represented. Please speak with team managers for information.
Mini Soccer Xmas Party 2012
Was well supported by children and parents who were treated to magic and games by Colin The Magician. Thanks to Chrisi & Nick for organising the raffle and 50/50 sales. To everyone who provided prizes with special thanks to the under 8 & under 9 teams for their lovely hampers. Thanks also to the numerous sponsors for their kind donations for prizes.
We have reached an agreement with our Partnership between Northmead Junior
School & WRFC to be for a 10 Year period of use of the School Playing
Field and changing rooms which safeguards the Clubs mini soccer future and
furthers the links established since 2004 with Northmead Junior School.
Under 8 (School Year 3)
Dan Wheatley 07954 410821
Martin Beck 07970 430822
Oliver Parry 07912 301649
Under 9 (School Year 4)
Roger Saunders 07584 049558
Neil Sayce 07904 538430
Under 14 (School Year 9)
Nick Ayling 07940 374821
Under 15 (School Year 10)
Trevor Chilton 07963 576570
Under 16 (School Year 11)
Ian Lacey
07778 136704
CHAIRMAN’S AWARD
The Committee are pleased to announce that a special ‘Chairman’s Award’ will be given each month to an individual who has assisted the Club to achieve its objectives by giving up their time and ‘going the extra mile’. The award is open to Managers, Coaches, Parent Reps, parents and players alike: someone each month who we feel deserves special recognition for their support and practical assistance.
We are delighted to confirm the first three winners of the Chairman’s Award for the 2011/2012 season as:
September: Paul Sarney, Manager, U11 Piranhas
October: John Hawksworth, Parent, U8 Warriors
November: Andy & Julie Grist, Parents – and children, U12, U10 & U8
December: Roland Terry, Coach
If you would like to nominate someone associated with the Club who you feel has contributed significantly through their volunteering, please contact Peter Horncastle, Chairman, via the ‘Key Contacts’ page of our website.
Reception news
New season now underway at Northmead. A new group of players started in September, more Reception age welcome. Training Saturday mornings 10-11:30. For information please contact Rupert Phillips. 07860 722481
Beyond the Grass
Worplesdon Rangers were the first Charter Standard Club in Surrey to be
featured in a new initiative from Surrey FA, a newsletter titled Beyond The
Grass was published in December 2007. Read
the article.
Worplesdon Rangers are proud to be chosen as the first Club to be visited. Many
favourable responses have been received from parents and sponsors. Thank
you to everyone associated with the Club who helps to make the idea of providing
football for children in a safe environment a reality.
In 2006 The Surrey FA Charter Standard Club Administration Award was won
by Rupert Phillips in recognition of his work developing teams and coaching.
We have reached an agreement with our Partnership between Northmead Junior
School & WRFC to be for a 10 Year period of use of the School Playing
Field and changing rooms which safeguards the Clubs mini soccer future and
furthers the links established since 2004 with Northmead Junior School. 
