Nick Murphy and George Jewell are the latest forwards to commit to Bournville for the 2025/26 season.
Experienced lock Murphy has become something of a cult figure at Avery Fields since he arrived from Newport in the summer of 2023 having had previous National Leagues experience with Stourbridge and Coventry.
Jewell, who can play in the back five of the pack, is a more recent recruit having joined from Cheltenham-based Old Patesians in mid-season following a stint with Birkenhead Park two years ago.
Jewell made three first team off the bench in trips to the South West at Camborne, Old Redcliffians and Devonport Services and also played a key role in helping the Blues win promotion from Counties Three Midland West (South).
They are part of new Head Coach Alex Grove’s retention programme as Bourns prepare for their Regional One Midlands campaign.
“Murph came into a rich vein of form towards the end of the season and he scored four tries in his last five games,” Grove said.
“He’s got a few miles on the clock but there’s plenty more left in him.
“He seems to be really enjoying his rugby and his time at the club so we’re delighted he’s staying on for another year.
“George joined halfway through the season and he has really bought into the club.
“He played a number of Blues’ games and was instrumental in their victory over Woodrush in their final match of the season which saw them secure promotion. His performance against Woodrush earned him a place in the first team squad for the win at Devonport Services.
“George is a dynamic back-row forward who is very capable of playing in the second-row.”
