14 November 2022
Lexie Williams (Wi. 2013-15) nominated for Young Coach of the Year
Congratulations to Lexie Williams (Wi. 2013-15), who has been nominated for Young Coach of the Year at the UK Coach Awards.
TAG: OB Rugby
17 August 2021
Lexie Williams (Wi. 2013-15) leads England Touch coaching workshop with Cornish Pirates
On Friday 23rd July, England Touch - “ETA” - hosted a workshop at Cornish Pirates on coaching touch rugby to school children.
02 August 2021
Match Report: Burgess Hill 7s tournament
After a long break, Los Pelicanos Hermanos, the Old Brightonian rugby teams, were finally back together! Playing at Burgess Hill over the last weekend in July, the boys in purple and white had a great run of games.
17 July 2021
Marcus Smith (Le. 2011-17) selected for England and the British and Irish Lions
July has been quite the month for Marcus Smith (Le. 2011-17).
10 June 2021
Marcus Smith (Le. 2011-17) named RPA Young Player of the Year
Huge congratulations to Marcus (Le. 2011-17), who has been named the Rugby Players' Association Young Player of the Year.
29 April 2021
Fundraising page for James Lasis (Du. 2012-14)
Rugby player James Lasis (Du. 2012-14) suffered a life-threatening injury playing on the 24/04 for Stade Nicois in France.
06 April 2021
Aidan Phillips-Cragg (Al. 2009-16) new lead of Old Brightonian rugby
We're delighted to introduce Aidan Phillips-Cragg (Al. 2009-16) as the new lead of Old Brightonian rugby.
22 March 2021
Henry Holcombe (Du. 1983-87) has died
We are sorry to report that Henry Holcombe died on 5th of March 2021 in Hove.
05 November 2020
James Philips (Ha. 2004-12) takes on new role for The Atlas Foundation
James Philips (Ha. 2004-12) has taken on the role of Development Officer for a new fund at The Atlas Foundation. Founded by former rugby star, Jason Leonard, The Atlas Foundation works to improve the lives of children across the world through rugby communities and initiatives.
16 January 2020
Ollie Philips (Ha. 1996-2001) appointed Head Coach for Welsh Women’s Rugby 7s team
Old Brightonian rugby star, Ollie, has been appointed as Wales Women’s Sevens Lead Coach.
10 January 2020
REPORT: Peter Rumney Memorial Rugby Match 2019
As is tradition, just after Christmas Old Brightonian rugby players came together for the Peter Rumney Memorial Match played at Hove Rugby Club.
Benji Wroblewski, team coach, has written this report about the day's events:
06 January 2020
George Cook (Ry. 2016-18) in winning team at Twickenham
George Cook, who is currently studying at Robinson College, University of Cambridge, played his part for Cambridge winning the Varsity match at Twickenham.
19 August 2019
Match report: Los Pelicanos Hermanos - cup triumph!
It's finally happened. The boys from Brighton College have won the cup at Littlehampton for the first time! In a tight final against Crawley, they were losing 1-2, but after some stern words from player-coach Aidan Phillips-Cragg and captain Alex Brown, the tide turned. Tries from Ollie Kirwan, Henry Mason and Alex Bushell (all only 18 years old) changed the game, and the boys came out on top 4-2. It was a testament to the Old Brightonian's spirit that they managed to turn the game on its head.
22 July 2019
Match Report: Old Brightonians RFC played at the Burgess Hill 7s
Last Saturday Los Pelicanos Hermanos played at the Burgess Hill 7s.
26 June 2019
Match Report: Old Brightonians RFC vs. Worthing 7s
For the first time in Los Pelicanos Hermanos (The Pelican Brothers) history, we were able to put out two sides to a tournament.
02 June 2019
Calum Waters (Le. 1999-14) makes England debut
Calum Waters (Le. 1999-14) made his made his debut for England 7s squad on the world circuit at the HSBC Paris Sevens tournament on Sunday 2nd June.
02 June 2019
VIDEO: Marcus Smith (Le. 2011-17) named man of the match on his England debut!
Marcus Smith (Le. 2011-17) was named man of the match on Sunday 2nd June in England's 51-43 victory over the Barbarians at Twickenham.
04 April 2019
Ross Chisholm (Du. 2007-09) makes his 100th appearance for Harlequins 1st team
Ross Chisholm (Du. 2007-09) made his 100th appearance for Harlequins 1st team this weekend after 10 years at the Club.
27 February 2019
One victory, one draw, nine defeats and friendships for life
The 1957 Rugby season did not start off or end successfully. By January 1957, the 1st XV Coach E.L.B. Turner, had played eleven games. Of these eleven, there was only one victory, one draw, and a whopping nine defeats, including a 3-29 trouncing by St. John’s, and a 0-23 humbling by Cranleigh School.
11 January 2019
OB Peter Rumney Memorial Match 2018
The annual Peter Rumney Memorial Match took place on Saturday 29th December 2018, where over 20 Old Brightonians came together to defeat Hove RFC, 39-15.
25 September 2018
Max Clark (Ha. 2013-18) turns out for USA Rugby in the Olympic qualifiers
A big congratulations from all of us here at Brighton to Max Clark who played for USA U18 7s team in the youth Olympics qualifiers in Canada.
27 November 2017
Marcus Smith (Le. 2011-17) has been nominated for BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year
18-year-old Smith has enjoyed a breakout season in 2017. The former Brighton College pupil joined the full-time Harlequins Academy in July 2017 after helping Harlequins' U18s to the league title in February of this year.
12 November 2017
VIDEO: 4 Brighton College old boys play for Harlequins first team
James Chisholm (Du.2011-13), Ross Chisholm (Du.2007-09), Marcus Smith (Le.2001-17) and Calum Waters (Le.1999-14) played for Harlequins first team in an excellent win over Worchester Warriors.
11 October 2017
Rugby star Ollie Phillips (Ha. 1996-01) tries and succeeds in converting fellow OBs in charity curry bonanza
Alex Bremer (R. 1979-83) and Guy Bradshaw (R. 1979-84) were yesterday (10th October 2017) treated to a fabulous evening of fine Indian dining at Cinnamon Kitchen in support of the Wooden Spoon rugby charity.
10 August 2017
Marcus Smith (Le. 2011-17) called to the England Rugby pre-season training squad
We are absolutely delighted to hear that one of our newest Old Brightonians, Marcus Smith (Le. 2011-17) will be joining the England Rugby pre-season training squad.
16 May 2017
James Lasis (Du. 2012-14) joins the Rotherham Titans
It was fantastic to hear that James Lasis (Du. 2012-14) has joined the Rotherham Titans as second rower from National One Side Loughborough Students, having previously been on the books at Premiership Side Harlequins.
04 January 2017
Brighton College are on the "School Team of the Term" shortlist - vote for them now!
Brighton College pupils have achieved wonderful success both within and outside the classroom this term and one exceptional example is the 1st XV rugby team, captained by Marcus Smith (Upper Sixth, Leconfield), who are unbeaten in 24 matches.
16 November 2016
Marcus Ramage (H. 2011-16) debuts for Hong Kong against Zimbabwe
Having started all Bloomberg Hong Kong Scottish's games in the premiership this season and following some great performances Marcus made his debut on the left wing for Hong Kong's National Team against Zimbabwe on 15th November 2016. Hong Kong ran out winners 34-11.
03 November 2016
Brighton College Rugby and the England Team
We have made a special short feature film to celebrate hosting the England Rugby team last month. It also highlights the philosophy of the Brighton College Rugby Club, which is going from strength to strength at the moment. Record numbers of boys are opting to play the sport and the A teams are excelling nationally. I truly believe that Rugby Union at any level can help boys to fulfil their potential in life.
19 September 2016
Ryan Manyika (Sc. 2002-07) Captain 1st XV 2007 visits the College 1st XV
Ryan Manyika (Sc. 2002-2007) surprised Director of Rugby, Nick Bouy, with a visit to the College to watch the 1st XV match this weekend.
13 September 2016
OB Twins Gregor and Marcus Ramage (Ha. 2011-16) sign for Bloomberg Hong Kong Scottish
We are delighted to hear that Bloomberg Hong Kong Scottish have announced the signing of Gregor and Marcus Ramage (Ha. 2011-16) for the upcoming season. The 18 year old twins have recently moved to Hong Kong as part of Hong Kong Scottish’s first "Gap Year Programme." Marcus and Gregor have recently completed their IRB level 2 coaching certificates through The Hong Kong Rugby Union and will assist HKS coach in the local community as well as coach their junior club, The Flying Kukris.
28 June 2016
Appeal for assistance: Sport Captains' names needed
We are trying to find out the names of old 1st team captains for rugby, football and cricket in order to find out which houses they belonged to at school.
14 March 2016
Calum Waters (BCJS/Le. 1999-14) awarded England U20s cap
Calum Waters was awarded his England U20s cap on Friday night after making his debut at scrum half against Wales in Bristol.
22 January 2016
Calum Waters (BCJS/Le. 1999-2014) selected for England U20's Rugby team
After signing with Harlequins last year, Calum has now been selected to join the England under 20's Elite Player Squad for the upcoming U20's Six Nations tournament.
27 December 2015
REPORT: OBRFC Peter Rumney Memorial Match 2015
Honouring Peter Rumney (Ha. 1937-39), the OB RFC took to the field of battle, with a good mix of ages, on the 27th December against a youthful Hove XV. A huge thank you to all players and supporters who came out to fight the good fight and show their support. Particular thanks to the Rumney family and to Tim Loadsman (Le. 1951-57) who did a superb job as linesman.
30 July 2015
Launch of Endure 6 Skeleton Coast Expedition with Ollie Phillips (H. 1996-01)
Ollie Phillips, Old Brightonian, rugby player and adventurer has been challenged to form a team to take on the arduous Endure 6 Skeleton Coast Expedition in November 2015 and trek 150km unsupported across the Namib desert to the Skeleton Coast, in support of The Endure Foundation.
26 July 2015
OBs catch up in Sydney
A few OBs (Roger Simons (Ch. 1980-85), John Gorton (Du. 1981-86) and Andrew King (Al. 1980-85)) caught up last week in Sydney - as captured on the beach at Manley (right)… and re-lived a few Old Brightonian rugby moves!
24 July 2015
Jordan Turner-Hall (H. 2002-05), Harlequins & ex-England centre retires
Harlequins and former England centre Jordan has retired at the age of 27 because of a hip injury. He won two international caps in 2012, came through the Quins academy and made 181 appearances.
19 June 2015
James Chisholm (Du. 2011-13) named World Rugby U20 Championship Player of the Tournament
James Chisholm secured over a third of the vote for this year's World Rugby U20 Championship Player of the Tournament. His performance throughout the tounament so far has been awesome, particularly in the semi-final against South Africa earlier this week.
15 June 2015
James Chisholm (Du. 2011-13) reaches final of World Rugby U20 Championship
Last night the England U20 team were victorious against 2012 Champions, South Africa, achieving a place at this year's Wold Rugby U20 Championship Finals
05 May 2015
Calum Waters (L. 1999-14) signs two-year deal with Harlequins
Old Brightonian Calum Waters’ superb season for Worthing Raiders Rugby Club has been rewarded a two-year contract at London club Harlequins.
20 March 2015
James Chisholm (Du. 2011-13) is named Man of the Match for Six Nations U20 England v France
Huge congratulations to James Chisholm (Du. 2011-13) and the England U20 team who lifted the 2015 Six Nations trophy on Friday at Brighton's Amex Stadium.
27 February 2015
Paymahn Seyed-Safi (Ha. 2006-11) plays rugby for Iran
Paymahn recently played for Iran in the preliminary qualifiers for the Olympics in the UAE.
08 January 2015
James Chisholm (Du. 2011-13) named in "Rugby World's 15 to watch in 2015"
We're excited & proud to note that James has been spotted as one of 15 players to watch this year by esteemed publication "Rugby World"
08 December 2014
James Chisholm (Du. 2011-13) named Harlequins "Player of the Month" for November 2014
Congratulations to James who has been named Quins DHL Supporters’ "Player of the Month".
18 October 2014
College matches at the St Josephs College Rugby Festival will be broadcast live
The College's matches in the St Josephs College Rugby Festival will be broadcasted live this weekend.
14 October 2014
All 3 Chisholm brothers on for Harlequins v Exeter
A proud moment for the Chisholm family and a great moment for Brighton College. All 3 brothers played for Quins last night v Exeter. The brothers, all former Brighton College pupils, were joined by another old Brightonian, Jordan Turner-Hall, for the fixture at The Stoop.
25 August 2014
Cronk-Cunis National U21 XVs Festival - 25th August 2014
Brighton College OBRFC won the National U21s Cup in 2005 & 2006 and we are delighted that former Captain of the 1st XV Tom Strange (Le. 2008-2013) is putting together an Old Brightonians team for 2014.
14 August 2014
OBs rugby in Queensland
Just a quick note to say that the Old Brightonians Rugby tradition is alive and well here in Brisbane, QLD, Australia - as demonstrated by the OB shirt on a QLD rugby pitch.
27 June 2014
Max Maidment (R. 2004-06), has signed a professional contract with London Scottish
Max Maidment (Ryle 2004-2006), has signed a professional contract with London Scottish.