Pythons 2nd XV

Harrogate Pythons 2nd XV

The team competes in the YRFU Central North/West Merit Table.

Harrogate Pythons 2nd XV are known internally as ‘The Pirates’. These players may not have been selected to represent the 1st XV on that particular day but still share the same professionalism, passion and desire to compete at the highest level.

This team is pivotal in providing pressure on those selected in the 1st XV squad and often find themselves propelled forward following outstanding performances.

Coaching & Matchday Support

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Tom Baxter

Lead Coach – Forwards & Team Play.
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Roy Mackay

Coaching Co-ordinator.
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Alan Cawkwell-Brown

Pythons 2nd XV Team Manager & Co-Opted Committee Member.
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Will Clough

Lead Coach – Half Backs & Kicking.Club Captain 2021/22 & 2022/23.
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Gus Dunlop

Pythons 1st XV Team Manager & Fixture Secretary.
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John Liley

Lead Coach – Ball Skills & Backs.
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Dave Rowntree

Lead Coach – Backs and Structures.
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Mark Foster

Pitchside Therapist
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Jack Moxham

Assistant Pitchside Therapist
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Emily Sackville-Bryant

Assistant Pitchside Therapist
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John Henry

Volunteer Touch Judge