Some people say he is a former welsh miner others believe he just has small man syndrome! Chris started his rugby career at 11 years old at pates grammer school where he was a "crash" ball centre until they realised he wasnt growing and for a young lad was pretty slow. This is when he made the natural transition to Hooker. Chris then attended Sheffield Hallam Uni where he played first team rugby and taught David Strettle everything he knows. After uni chris moved back to cheltenham and played for sarries where he tweaked his roaring ability and was awarded the clubs bravery award for fisty cuffs! Since then Chris has played over 100 games for service boasting only 1 second team cap, he has become the much loved figure he is today at Civil Service and looks to thrive in his roll as captain incredible!

Women's 1st XV

Natalie Clegg, 2011/12 - Present

Natalie started playing rugby, aged 13, for Cheltenham RFC, when the female game was in its infancy and Cheltenham RFC were the only girls/ladies team in the County. Despite this, the team flourished and, aged 16, Natalie made it onto the Scottish Exiles squad and played regional rugby, both North and South of the border. At 18 Natalie was selected to represent Scotland but an injury sustained in training halted any further progress with the National squad. Shortly after this Natalie went to Derby University where she was able to continue playing, captaining the team in her second year. From there Natalie went on to play for Southampton University and later for Dover RFC. After a short time away from the game to have a family Natalie joined Cheltenham Civil Service Ladies RFC in October 2010, their inaugural year, helping them to gain league status. Coming back to rugby has made her realise how much she missed rugby, but also just how far women's rugby has come. Natalie is very proud to be the Ladies Captain for 2011-12 season and whatever happens she is looking forward to being part of the team for some time yet!