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Durkatouch have now held there first two official meetings, It had beendecided that due to the growth the club, It was necessary to raise numerous issues. A down loadable
version of all meetings are available to the right of this article. Issues covered included the below.

  • Setting up of our Committee and club constitution
  • Sponsorship for 2008
  • Tournaments to enter in 2008 
  • The Web site
  • Training facilities
  • Team structure for 2008

If you have anything to add please visit our forum and leave us a thought.

18.02.2008Minutes of meeting 02, 18.02.2008
08.02.2008 Welsh Trials 2008 survey
06.02.2008
Minutes of meeting 01, 05.02.2008
06.02.2008 Draft Durkatouch Constitution
25.01.2008
Pendine Sands Application Form
14.01.2008 Selection Policy of Welsh Trials

PARIS TOUCH TOURNAMENT 2008 

Due to the large number of interested teams in 2007, This year there will be limited spaces

It was a huge success last year, and known as probably the most fun touch event of 2007.

2008 Application Form

Tournament details

See how the Durkas got on in 2007

See other Paris Pics

Here and Here

WANTED

The Welsh touch association and Cardiff leagues are always in search of new talent who are brave enough to become Touch referees!,

Touch reffing has its advantages:

  • It teaches you more about the game and helps you to improve your own play.
  • You have fun while earning some extra respect
  • Become a Touch legend!
  • Become a part of developing Touch into the most popular social sport in Wales

If anyone is interested in getting involved in reffing, please contact either

Dave Swain on: 07814169558,  daveswaintouch@hotmail.com

Neil Perkins on: 07768738878perkins.n@ntlworld.com

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PENDINE SANDS 2008 DATE NOW CONFIRMED

WELSH TRIALS OPEN TO ALL

The final few Welsh trials are vast approaching, rememeber these are open to all so please feel free (whatever the age) to come along and give it a go.

Venue is the University of Glamorgan Playing Fields at Tyn y Werrn in Upper Boat. 

http://www.multimap.com/maps/?hloc=GB|CF37%205UP  

Dates as follows

Womens     4th Jan        18th Jan         1st Feb

Mens         11th Jan        25th Jan

WTA Selection Policy

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PENDINE SANDS 2008
2nd - 3rd August

Everyone's favorite beach tournament is back again, set in the scenic settings of West Wales, This tournament is a must for everyone.

A perfect end to a perfect summer, finish off with two days of awesome Beach touch.

Mens, Womens and Mixed Grades, BBQ, Karaoke, Camping. The social event of the year.

ONLY £70 entry fee, Discount for additional Club sides please see registration form.

DOWNLOAD A REGISTRATION FORM HERE

Click Here for Directions to Pendine Sands

 KOOGA Ultra Light Touch Rugby Boots

NOW Available at

sportsmad

touch boots

Our friends at Sportsmad have a new range
of specialist Touch boots available.
Cost are £34.99 with a %age of the profits to be donated to the WTA. Sizes 6-12 available either in stock or ordered on request.

To order a pair contact Huw Laugharne at Sportsmad. 2 Llandaff Rd, Cardiff, CF11 9NJ - 029 20225488

 X-BLADES,Shoe Sponsors of

Touch Blacks

Available at www.touchies.co.uk there are two types of shoe, the Ultralite III and the White Max II. Both shoes are ideal for Touch, with a moulded sole and lightweight design.

Touchies.co.uk is the UK’s first online Touch Shop completely dedicated to Touch kit. It aims to bring you the best boots and clothing from brands committed to Touch. As the sport grows, the range of products available will grow.

WORLD CUP GOES TO EDINBURGH, 2011 

The Scottish Touch Association (STA) were delighted to announce that Scotland had won the bid to host the next Touch World Cup in Edinburgh in 2011. The STA presented their tender to the Federation of International Touch (FIT) at the recent World Cup in Stellenbosch, South Africa, and overcame strong competition from an excellent bid by New Zealand. Bringing the World Cup to Edinburgh will be a springboard for the further development of Touch in Scotland, and the northern hemisphere as a whole, attracting some of the worlds best athletes. It is estimated that more than 20 countries and over 1,000 players, managers, coaches and referees from around the world will be represented at the event. Following on from the successful hosting of the 2006 Maclay Murray & Spens European Touch Championships, the World Cup will be held in the summer of 2011 at Goldenacre, home of Heriot’s RFC.

 Channel Islands Club Championships

14 - 15th June 2008


Saints Fotball Club St Martin Guernsey,

Direct flights from Bristol, so transport shouldn't be a problem. Guernsey is fantastic in summer, with beaches nearby regardless where you are on the island. A ball has been arranged and a Level 2 assessment and referee coaching during the Tournament.

For further information contact www.guernseytouch.org.gg

 Aberdeen Touch has it all yet again.


Always a great place to play, extremely well organized and this year in addition to three separate tournaments, a Level 1 Referee course is available for only £10

19th April, 19th July, 20th September

Level 1 Referee Course

Registration details

BATH TOURNAMENT COMING AGAIN

The 4th Annual Bath Touch Rugby Tournament took place at Stothert & Pitt RFC on Saturday 16th June. The tournament retained its reputation of attracting high quality teams from all over the UK, with twenty sides from Bath, Bristol, Cardiff, Reading, Bournemouth, Edinburgh, and London looking to be crowned champions.

The Bear Back riders were crowned ultimate champions showing a superb display of Skill and showmenship,
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WATCH THE 4 NATIONS


Wales are extremely lucky to be hosting the 4 Nations tournament  at the Vale of Glamorgan Grounds  on the 4th August ,

Category's include,

Mens Open, Womens Open and Mixed Open.

Teams involved include Wales, England, Scotland and Jersey, so come along and offer your support.
For Directions Click HERE

 WANTED

Touch Rugby Reuters

If you have any news on up and coming tournaments, events or anything else you would like us to publish then please E-mail details to durkatouch@yahoo.co.uk

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