Simon finished by talking about the future for the Pillagers: "I’m massively proud of everyone involved and am greatly looking forward to future fixtures." #pillagers #rugby Photos by Chris Fell @RowlandWinter @clintcuthbert @CURUFC

"Having started as a bit of fun at the Shelford 7s this summer, RFU-registered Pillagers, Ladies and Mens rugby has now established a real presence in the game." Simon explained #womensrugby #pillagers #rugby Photos by Chris Fell @RowlandWinter @clintcuthbert @CURUFC

Simon continued: "Much more than dreamed of, the event made real inroads into putting the fun back into rugby, with amazing support from the crowded stands at CURUFC." #pillagers #rugby Photos by Chris Fell @RowlandWinter @clintcuthbert @CURUFC

Speaking for the Pillagers about Wednesday’s amazing afternoon and evening, Honorary President Simon Kidney: "What a stunning event all round; @CURUFC vs Pillagers was certainly a day to remember. " #pillagers #rugby Photos by Chris Fell @RowlandWinter @clintcuthbert @CURUFC

She concluded “The future of the Pillagers is nothing but bright and I can't wait for the next challenge against Oxford where we can again play some memorable, entertaining and quality rugby.” #pillagers #womensrugby Photos by Chris Fell @RowlandWinter @clintcuthbert @CURUFC

Niamh continued: “We all linked together tremendously, making beautiful breaks, countless offloads and not to forget show stopping tries with resulted in a 56-0 win!” #pillagers #womensrugby Photos by Chris Fell @RowlandWinter @clintcuthbert @CURUFC

Niamh Finlayson, who runs Pillagers Ladies, thoroughly enjoyed the day. “It was a spectacular day with an amazing group of players” #pillagers #womensrugby Photos by Chris Fell @RowlandWinter @clintcuthbert @CURUFC

Pillagers Coach @RowlandWinter on Pillagers Men v @CURUFC: "A really competitive and entertaining game played in the right spirit by a great group of players who really bought into the concept and created a fantastic occasion.” #pillagers #bringfunbacktorugby Photos: Chris Fell

The pillagers would like to thank @CURUFC for their hospitality yesterday and also all the local Cambridgeshire rugby support and shouting from @camrufc @StIvesRugby @ShelfordRugby @cantabsrugby and other #bringingfunbacktorugby

Some great coverage of last night's amazing CURUFC vs Pillagers event at Grange Road:

An entertaining season opener of running rugby at Grange Road as @CURUFC start off with victory over newly-formed invitational side @PFPillagers https://t.co/BgdmUBnjTF

You've missed Pillagers Ladies vs CURUFC, just time to get to the men's game - kick off 7.30pm. Check line up here: https://t.co/znd1P8fSZk #pillagers #pringlefarmpillagers #curufc @RowlandWinter @RichieWills10 @tu12pou @clintcuthbert @MikeGillick13 @CURUFC

36-0 to Pilagers #rugby #fun #pringlefarmpilagers

Pillagers take an early lead! #rugby #pringlefarmpillagers

Less than an hour until KO! #curfu #pringlefarmpillagers

Time to get moving, Pringle Farm Pillagers Ladies vs CURUFC kicks off in an hour! Check the running order here: https://t.co/GMlP6ktyCf #pillagers #pringlefarmpillagers #curufc @RowlandWinter @RichieWills10 @tu12pou @clintcuthbert @MikeGillick13 @CURUFC

Pringle farm pillagers ladies changing room set and ready! T-minus 2 hours til KO! #pringlefarmpillagers #makerugbyfunagain #rugby #cambridgeuniversity @CURUFC

Getting there: Cambridge University Rugby Union Football Club, Grange Rd, Cambridge CB3 9BN. #pillagers #pringlefarmpillagers #curufc @RowlandWinter @RichieWills10 @tu12pou @clintcuthbert @MikeGillick13 @CURUFC

Diary reminder: In case you missed it YES IT'S TODAY 😀 5pm Pillagers Women vs CURUFC Women 7.30pm Pillagers vs CURUFC #pillagers #pringlefarmpillagers #curufc @RowlandWinter @RichieWills10 @tu12pou @clintcuthbert @MikeGillick13 @CURUFC

As the sun rises over the city, Pringle Farm Pillagers are ready for today's matches at @CURUFC - make sure you're there! #pillagers #pringlefarmpillagers #curufc @RowlandWinter @RichieWills10 @tu12pou @benjaminjadams7 @clintcuthbert @MikeGillick13 @CURUFC