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TRAINING THIS WEEKEND
Training is on as normal for all age groups this weekend.
SCC DEMPSEY PLAYING FIELDS
Following a few incidents recently, the Academy would just like to remind parents of a few points to bear in mind down at Dempsey Playing Fields.
CHILDREN IN THE CAR PARK
Please could parents keep their children with them when they are in the car park at Dempsey. The car park gets very busy in the morning, and sometimes it can be difficult to see children, especially if they are running through the car park whilst cars are reversing and manoeuvring.
We would also like to ask those driving in the car park to be vigilant, and ensure they keep their speed down.
NO DOGS ALLOWED AT DEMPSEY

The Singapore Cricket Club, who are our landlords, do not allow dogs at SCC Dempsey Playing Fields. Please could we ask all parents to respect this rule and refrain from bringing their dogs to the pitches.
SNAKES
We would just like to remind everyone that we live in the tropics and we share the playing fields with the local flora and fauna. Please be careful in the long grass, and shady areas, as there may be snakes and other creepy crawlies!
KIT UPDATE FOR NEW REGISTRATIONS
For children who are new to the Academy and would like to collect their new playing jerseys, we are afraid that we are out of stock of size 6 black and gold striped jerseys. Size 6 would be for children in the U4 and U5 age groups.
More are on order, and we expect to have them to hand out to any new registrations from Saturday 16th March.
ONLINE STORE UPDATE
All kit (new playing jerseys, shorts, socks, training tops, caps, etc) can be bought from our ONLINE STORE.
Orders placed before Sunday midnight will be available for pick at the club house at Dempsey the following Saturday between 8:00AM to 11:30AM.
PLAYING JERSEYS
Paladin have ordered new stock of playing jerseys. They are hoping these will be available for order from 12th March.
SHORTS
All sizes of shorts are now in stock in our online store.
SOCKS
All sizes are in stock now.
DELIVERY DETAILS
Orders placed before Sunday midnight will be available for pick up the following Saturday at the club house at Dempsey during training.
TICKETS ON SALE FOR THE HSBC SINGAPORE 7S

Back for the fourth year, the HSBC Singapore Rugby 7s is here again in the National Stadium on 13-14 April 2019!
Whether you’re looking to enjoy a rocking good time with friends or a day of wholesome family fun, join the crowd to catch leading rugby teams across the world square off against each other to clinch the championship. So put on your best costume, get that face paint on, and get ready to cheer your heart out for your favourite team.
Grab your tickets now to catch the thrilling rugby action
Till 28 February 2019, simply visit https://www.singapore7s.sg/ to purchase your early bird tickets at 20% off and get additional 5% off with the promo code ‘19HSBC’.
From March 2019 onwards, enjoy 15% off when you use your HSBC Credit or Debit Card. Haven’t got an HSBC Card yet? Pop an email to sapsgh@hsbc.com.sg with the subject header ‘HSBC 7s’ to apply for one and enjoy more exciting privileges!
Exclusive HSBC welcome offers
For more benefits and rewards, start a banking relationship with HSBC today.
- Be rewarded with S$488 cash credit* when you join HSBC Premier with minimum fresh funds of S$200,000
- Be rewarded with S$88 cash credit*when you join HSBC Advance with minimum fresh funds of S$30,000
You can also join HSBC simply by crediting your monthly salary to an HSBC Premier or Advance account.
Click here to register your interest now or visit www.hsbc.com.sg/expat for more details.
*Valid until 31 Mar 2019. Terms and conditions apply.
HONEYKIDS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL FAIR WITH HSBC

The SCC Rugby Academy wants to tell you about an event …
If you’re looking for an international school in Singapore or South East Asia, considering a change from your current school or looking for university options for your older kids, then this is the event for you!
SAVE THE DATE for the HoneyKids International School Fair with HSBC, happening on Saturday March 16th, 9am-3pm at Pan Pacific Hotel Singapore (7 Raffles Boulevard), a one stop shop for ALL your educational needs.
Meet over 20 international preschools, primary schools, middle schools and high schools (including overseas options) PLUS over 10 universities from around the globe in one place, on one day.
PLUS there’ll be expert partners, workshops and panel talks for extra support to help you find the perfect school for your family. Bring along your burning questions for principals and admissions staff, and get ready to conquer your school quest: all for FREE.
RSVP NOW https://www.facebook.com/events/2026567944045854/
SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB – EASTER SPORTS CAMPS

RUGBY WORLD CUP 2019

Many of you will have met Nick Dance, the previous Director of Rugby at Centaurs, and a SRU referee. Nick’s company Barefoot Sports, is a Sub Agent of the Rugby World Cup 2019. If you are thinking of going to Japan for the World Cup later this year, Barefoot Sports will give you easy access to packages, and you will be dealt with by someone in the rugby community who has the official rights and knowledge/experience.
For more information you can contact Nick at nick@barefoot-sports.com.sg
TRAINING FEES NOW OVERDUE
Training fees for Term 1 are now overdue. To all those who have not paid the fees yet, select their team under My Teams on the dashboard page, and then the Payments tab to see their listing.



Please note that on your TeamSnap “home page”, it will show that you have no fees due for “Registration” – you paid this when your child first joined the Academy.
You need to select your child’s team (under My Teams), and then the Payments tab, to find this term’s Training Fees.
PAYPAL
We now accept PayPal through the TeamSnap application. Just go to the Payments tab on your child’s profile, and you will find the fee amount due and a link for PayPal if you would like to use this service. Please note that the PayPal link can only be found in the web version of TeamSnap, and does not show on the app version.
Alternatively, you can also pay by bank transfer. Details for a bank transfer are as follows:
Account Name: The Rugby Academy Ltd
Account No: 0339049654
Bank Name: DBS
Branch Code: 033
Swift Code: DBSSSGSG
Please reference your child’s name and age group on the payment.
We do not accept payment of training fees by cheque or cash.
WEATHER UPDATES
With the recent rainy conditions, please make sure you check our Facebook page for the status of training if there is heavy rain, and/or thunder and lightening.
Join our Facebook page at SCC Rugby Academy Facebook
You do not need to be signed up to Facebook to view this page as our page is public and open to all.
DATES FOR THE DIARY
KL Tigers Tournament – 23rd and 24th March 2019
Chubb TRC Junior Cup – 11th and 12th May 2019
TRC Cup Rugby 15s Tournament – 28th and 29th September 2019
SCC Rugby Academy 7s and Touch Tournament – 2nd and 3rd November (with finals being held at the SCC7s on 9th and 10th November 2019)
Centaurs International Mini & Youth Rugby Tournament – 23rd and 24th November
TERM DATES
Term 1 – Saturday 12th January 2019 to Sunday 24th March 2019 (there will be no training the weekend of 9th and 10th February for Chinese New Year break)
Term 2 – Saturday 27th April 2019 to Sunday 30th June 2019
Term 3 – Saturday 24th August 2019 to 8th December 2019 (with no training on 26th and 27th October for half term)