The Old Pauline Football Club, founded in 1871 as one of the first ‘Old Boy’ rugby football clubs in England, plays its home matches in Thames Ditton on the unrivalled grounds of Colets Health & Fitness Club.
The club fields a 1st XV, 2nd XV, B XV (Vets) and U-22 side (undergraduates) with fixtures played from September through to April. Teams play on Saturdays, with the B XV occasionally playing under ‘Friday Night Lights’.
The summer is dedicated to Rugby 7s, and touch rugby which is held on Wednesday evenings in both Thames Ditton and Clapham from June to September.
OPs are integral to the club, with recent standout contributions from Harry Strauss (2013-18), Max Hart (2013-18), Josh Zillig (2014-19) and Tan Lam (2016-21).
OPFC welcomes new players at all points of the year (whether Old Paulines or not!). Whether you are seeking a competitive level of rugby, or a re-entry point after a few years out, our club is the place for you. If you’re interested in learning more, please reach out to: clubcaptain@opfc.org.uk
You can view fixtures and results, as well as a full history of the club at – www.opfc.org.uk
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