In August 2006 Tabard RFC gained the RFU Seal of Approval in record time! The Club Development Group enthusiastically embraced the challenges ahead and spearheaded many changes to bring new young players into the club. These changes have not only resulted in an influx of new players at lower levels, but has necessitated the training of new coaches, which in turn has enabled the club to apply for funding and offer rugby coaching to schools, colleges and youth groups, starting after school rugby clubs as well as running skills days during half terms.
Being awarded London North Region, Seal of Approval Club of the Year for 2008 is a huge honour. Both club chairmen, Ross Hopcroft, for the Seniors and, Laura-Jo Pearce, Mini and Youth Chairman are thrilled that all the hard work of the CDG team is being recognised nationally. This prestigious award will help the club to drive up standards and continue with its ambitious development programme to bring rugby to the community and the community to rugby.
