Blackheath Rugby is delighted to announce that Tom Baldwin has been named the new Club Captain, following Ed Taylor’s departure at the end of the 2023/24 season. Before joining Blackheath in 2015, Tom was at Bath Rugby Academy for two seasons — he impressed whilst on loan at Rosslyn Park, and was signed with Wasps for two years before running …
Findlay Gilmour joins the Club
Blackheath Rugby is very happy to announce the signing of Findlay Gilmour, a centre who joins us from Ealing Trailfinders Academy. James Shanahan says “Fin came highly recommended by Will Davis, having coached him at Brunel Uni and Ealing Academy. He is a powerful 13 — strong in both the tackle and the contact after, and he led the defence …
Tom Jones joins the Club
Blackheath Rugby is excited to announce the signing of Tom Jones, a Winger who joins us from Ealing Trailfinders Academy. James Shanahan “Tom Jones came highly recommended by Will Davis, having coached him at Brunel Uni and Ealing Academy. Tom has pace to burn, loves scoring tries and is a great addition to the Club — he has the perfect …
Rory Marsh joins the Club
Blackheath Rugby is excited to announce the signing of Rory Marsh, a tight-head prop who joins us from Barnes. James Shanahan, Director of Rugby, says “We’ve had an eye on Rory since the season we played Barnes, who were the best team we played in Nat 2 East up front. He’s a Kent lad so once I knew he was …
Jordan Burns joins the Club
Blackheath Rugby is delighted to announce the signing of Jordan Burns, a scrum-half who joins us from Ealing Trailfinders. James Shanahan, Director of Rugby, says “We had Jordan on loan for one game against Moseley last year, but he was pulled back due to injuries. He really enjoyed his time at the club and was disappointed he didn’t have longer. …
Leo Jowett joins the Club
Blackheath Rugby is excited to announce the signing of Leo Jowett, a Centre who joins us from Coventry. James Shanahan, Director of Rugby, says “Leo comes highly recommended after a couple seasons with Coventry academy. Versatility is his key, playing 12/13 or 10, and he brings a left foot option into the midfield. Can’t wait to see him play!” “Great …
Augustin Slowik joins the Club
Blackheath Rugby is thrilled to announce the signing of Augustin Slowik, a fullback who has played for Bristol Bears, Worcester Warriors, Jersey Reds, Stade Niçois and AS Monaco. James Shanahan, Director of Rugby, says “I first came across Auguy when he was at Bristol Bears — electric pace and can create something from nothing. Experienced and intelligent player who will …
Oskar Hirskyj-Douglas joins the Club
Blackheath Rugby is thrilled to announce the signing of Oskar Hirskyj-Douglas, a Centre who joins us from Sale FC. James Shanahan, Director of Rugby, says “I’ve known Oskar from his time at Bedford Blues and now Sale FC. A big, physical centre who can get teams on the front foot. He comes with huge experience and I can’t wait to …
Josh Smart joins the Club
Blackheath Rugby is thrilled to announce the signing of Josh Smart, a back-row forward who joins us from London Irish. James Shanahan, Director of Rugby, says “Josh Smart is an abrasive backrower, who comes from the Championship side Ampthill, via London Irish. He was highly recommend by Ross McMillian (ex London Irish coach, now Exeter Chiefs) who I worked with …
2023-24 End of Season Awards
On Friday 10 May, the Blackheath Rugby squad, coaches, medical staff and distinguished guests gathered at the Trafalgar Tavern in Greenwich to celebrate the past year, to present the season’s awards, and to say goodbye to a few players. We congratulate those who received awards, and thank everyone who took time to nominate. The awards we gave out on the …