Josh Goodwin has played through all the age groups at Chichester RFC and is a current member of the Colts team. Josh also represents Seaford College and Sussex U18.

Last weekend Josh, a scrum half, played in the England U18 counties trial representing London & South East at the national development selection weekend in Stourbridge, alongside the best talent from the North, Midlands and South West.

Against very stiff competition Chichester RFC are delighted to announce that Josh has been selected for the 23 man England Counties U18 squad to play Ireland at Burnaby Road, Portsmouth in 2 matches on the 4th and 7th of April. I am sure Josh would love to see some of the Chichester supporters down there!

The England counties set up provides a fantastic opportunity for county age group players, who have not come through the Premiership academy structure, to represent England. Several players in recent years have gone on to play professional rugby.

This is a fantastic achievement for Josh and indeed the whole Goodwin family. Josh’s father Stuart is a former Chichester player and current referee.

“I first saw Josh playing for Chichester U16 a couple of years ago and could see straight away that he had real talent. We even brought him into the Colts early to try and develop him and selection is great news for Josh and indeed us as a Club. Josh made his 1st XV debut this season and hopefully he will have another run out with the 1st XV before the season finishes. We wish him all the best against the Irish!”

Paul Colley - Director of Rugby, CRFC