Who are the Cornish Pirates?
Who are the Cornish Pirates?
The Cornish Pirates (Cornish: An Vorladron Gernewek) are a professional rugby union team who play in the Championship, the second level of the English rugby union pyramid, and are the premier Cornish rugby club. Formerly known as Penzance & Newlyn RFU, the Cornish Pirates play and train at their home ground, the Mennaye Field in Penzance.
What time does Cornish Pirates v Royal Navy kick-off?
Ahead of the Cornish Pirates opening pre-season friendly match versus the Royal Navy on Friday (ko 7.30pm), please note the following useful information.
When is the Cornish Pirates’ second pre-season home game?
The Cornish Pirates are pleased to confirm both Ticket and Hospitality arrangements for their second pre-season home game versus Worcester Warriors on Saturday 11th September (ko 5:00pm).
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What year did the Pirates win the British and Irish Cup?
In 2009–10 the Pirates won the inaugural British and Irish Cup, beating Munster A 23–14 in the final at the Recreation Ground, Camborne. Pirates remain a solid RFU Championship side, their lowest finish since being 9th in 2015–16, with highs of 3rd in 2010–11 and 2011–12.
When did Cornish Pirates win the EDF Energy National Trophy?
On 15 April 2007, the Cornish Pirates won the EDF Energy National Trophy at Twickenham for the first time in the club’s history, against Exeter Chiefs. The score was 19–16.
What happened to the Pirates in the 2009 RFU Championship?
The 2009–10 RFU Championship was divided into three stages; the Pirates finished 6th during the 1st stage (main league), and then 3rd in their promotion group during the second stage, failing to qualify for the playoff semi-finals. ^ Figure is taken from first stage of the 2009–10 RFU Championship.
