GROVE have unveiled former Chinnor and Oxfordshire lock Craig Burrows as their new head coach.

Burrows, who spent the past two seasons coaching at Oxford Harlequins, will be assisted by Nathan Brooks, who steps down from the top role.

Grove president John Sevier said: “We believe Craig’s ‘no nonsense’, positive approach to coaching will give considerable momentum to our senior squad.

“Nathan and Craig will both introduce a new level of vibrancy, discipline and focus.”

Grove have also re-signed prop James Eckert and flanker Matt Young from Quins, while Ben Nicholl replaces Nick Sevier as captain.

Any potential new players should contact the club via groverfc.co.uk.

l WALLINGFORD are hosting their third annual ‘Rugfest’ music and beer festival on June 24 and 25.

A weekend pass costs £10, with under 16s getting in free if they are accompanied by an adult.

For more information, visit rugfest.co.uk l HENLEY Hawks flanker Tom Stradwick scored a try and was yellow-carded as England Counties defeated Madrid 53-24 in the first match of their Spanish tour.