RUGBY UNION: Stanley's clash reverts to 3pm

The annual Major Stanley’s rugby union match will revert to an afternoon kick-off this autumn.

Oxford University will take on the select side in the 89th match at 3pm on Wednesday, November 17.

In recent years the match has taken place at 7pm, but organisers hope the earlier start will boost attendance.

Tickets costing between £3 and £15, plus tables in the corporate hospitality marquee are now on sale.

For more information, call 01865 432000 or email tim.stevens@sport.ox.ac.uk

• OXFORD University’s Jamie Gibson has been named at blindside flanker for England’s Under 20 World Championship semi-final against Australia.

• FORMER players Carl Wright, Darren Massey, Darren Springer and Tony Staples have taken over as Littlemore’s new coaches.

They replace Martin Ashby, who has stood down after five years as head coach.

Their aims are to play enjoyable rugby, secure promotion to the BB&O Premier Division and ensure regular second team matches.

Pre-season training began this week and will continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7.15pm.

For more information, contact Wright on 07515 120460 or email him at buddhas_babe@hotmail.com Meanwhile, Tim James has taken over as chairman.

ANNUAL AWARDS

1st XV Player of the Year: D Greaney. 2nd XV Player of the Year: I Wassell. Most Improved Player: S Gamble. Clubman of the Year: D Greaney. Club Colours: P Evans and J Chambers.

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