The Rams have arrived.

Yesterday, in a field in rural Somerset, the Independent Schools RFC Old Boys, known as the Rams, were officially founded.

Comprised of 15 of the 2012 Rome Lambs, the Rams fielded a strong, if somewhat hungover side, against the mighty, if somewhat elderly (relatively speaking) Butleigh RFC. The 'field of dreams' was in pristine condition, with its 3ft high grass punctuated only by mown strips which served as the lines for the purposes of the game. Any gripes to be had were consoled by the mere memories of the pitches in Rome.

The game turned out to be a rather intriguing affair, with the physicality of the Butleigh ranks coming up against youthful endeavour and speed. In the end, youthful endeavour won out, not necessarily helped by the bottle of white rum which was habitually handed around at every stoppage.

This was a wonderful way to found the Rams and brought us all back down to the essence of rugby; pure and simple grassroots stuff.

I must pay a huge thank you and homage to Cummo who organised the trip and I hope that the boys return some silverware at the Butleigh RFC 7s today! All the best boys!!

Here's to a long and successful (however success may be measured!) future for the Rams!

Yours in Rugby,

Poults.