The primary official positions of President, Chairman, Secretary/Treasurer are once again filled by Tony Mutlow (16 years), Ian Monochino-Ayres (10) and Paul Kirby (14).

Likewise on the playing front, stability again follows with Clive Book as Director of Rugby (29 years), Kai Harwood as Head Coach (10), Kane Book continuing as Club Captain (7) and Ben Hurd as Captain of the 2nds Elite (5). An experienced set of assistant coaches are provided by Damien Sawyer, Rob Fitch and Chaz Meddick.

In a couple of other changes, the operation of the clubhouse has been divided into Bookings: Sarah Goodwin-Drew, Staffing: Liam Ridley, Orders: Ollie Flight and general management : Chris Mutlow, who in addition also continues as Fixtures Sec and Grounds & Buildings manager. Julian Thresher takes up a new role by leading on sponsorship whilst Iain Parris is in charge of social media publicity.

Pre-season training is now well underway at Avon’s Hicks Field ground off the London Road at Batheaston on Tuesdays and Thursdays each week from 7pm onwards. Last season Avon finished their campaign in a creditable 3rd place in Somerset Counties 2 and will warmly welcome any new players seeking to play league rugby in a friendly environment. Equally any players interested in playing social rugby are also encouraged to sample the Avon hospitality with the 2nd team holding a series of friendly matches throughout the season.

The Minis & Juniors section meanwhile will resume their season with sessions on Sunday mornings from early September onwards. Any youngsters and parents will be made most welcome at Hicks Field under expert qualified coaches on the field, plus coffee and bacon butties afterwards in the clubhouse.