February 2023 Archive – What Happened at Carnforth Rugby Club

Wondering what went down at Carnforth Rugby Club in February 2023? You’re in the right spot. This page pulls together all the match reports, training notes, and community buzz that landed on the site during the coldest month of the year.

Match Reports and Scores

Even though the calendar was short, the team stayed busy. The senior squad kicked off the month with a hard‑fought game against Lancaster RFC, edging out a 15‑12 win thanks to a late try from our fly‑half. A week later the juniors faced a tough defensive battle at St. John’s, finishing 9‑9 and sharing the points. Both matches were posted on the site with player highlights, photos, and a quick breakdown of what worked and what needs work.

Mid‑month, the women's side travelled to Kendal for a regional cup tie. They fought back from a 6‑0 deficit and clinched a 12‑6 victory with a decisive penalty kick. The report included a short video clip of the winning kick, plus the coach’s take on the team’s growing confidence.

Training Sessions and Community Events

Training didn’t stop because the weather turned frosty. The coaching team posted a series of short training updates that showed how they kept the squad fit: indoor conditioning drills, tackle bags set up in the gym, and a few skill‑focused drills on the floodlights. Each note gave a simple tip you could try at home, like the “three‑point push‑up” for building upper‑body strength.

Beyond the pitch, February was a busy month for community outreach. The club hosted a local school visit where the under‑12s demonstrated basic passing techniques. The event summary highlighted the kids’ excitement and included a photo gallery that you can scroll through right here.

Another highlight was the club’s fundraiser bake‑sale on the 20th. Volunteers whipped up brownies, scones, and traditional Cornish pasties. The post detailed how much was raised and where the money will go – new training kits for the junior teams.

If you’re digging for specific details, just use the search bar at the top of the site and type in keywords like “February match report” or “training update”. The archive automatically sorts everything by date, so you can click on any headline to read the full story.

Looking ahead, the February archive gives you a snapshot of the club’s momentum going into spring. The teams are gearing up for the league kick‑off in March, and the posts hint at new players joining the roster and a few upcoming friendly fixtures.

Got a memory from February you want to share? Drop a comment on any of the posts and let the community know. The more you interact, the richer the archive becomes for everyone who follows Carnforth Rugby Club.

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