Shropshire Stainless and Aluminium

05/05/2026

Congratulations to Jaycob Kowalski, April’s
Young Member of the Month! 🏉🏆

Despite being deaf, Jaycob’s commitment, positivity, and team spirit stand out week after week. From consistent attendance at training and matches to supporting teammates and leading by example, he truly embodies what it means to be part of the club.

At SSA, we believe investing in young people strengthens both sport and community. Seeing players like Jaycob grow in confidence, develop skills, and inspire others is exactly why initiatives like this matter.
Well done to Jaycob and everyone involved in making Newport (Salop) RUFC such a welcoming and inspiring environment.

🏉🏆Young Member of the Month Award 🏆🏉

With the support of long standing and key sponsor, Shropshire Stainless and Aluminium, we are excited to announce our Young Member of the Month Award for April is Jaycob Kowalski!

Despite being deaf, he shows incredible commitment and enthusiasm, attending every Thursday training session and every Sunday fixture without fail. He consistently demonstrates the true meaning of TREDS in everything he does. Even with the challenges of noise and distractions around him, he excels in every game and always gives his absolute best.

What truly sets him apart is his positive attitude and kindness towards others. He is always ready to support his teammates, especially those with hearing difficulties, showing leadership beyond his years. No matter the situation, he always has a smile on his face and brings great energy to the team. He is a fantastic role model and thoroughly deserves this award in recognition for his dedication, character, and spirit.

The ‘Young Member of the Month Award’ is awarded to a young member who embodies everything that it is, to be a Newport (Salop) RUFC member. Whether it's outstanding performances on the pitch, fundraising and volunteering off it, positively promoting the club's image at events, and everything in-between.
Many of the Senior Men and Women that are at the club today, have come through our M&J Section, and this award is about celebrating the next generation of talent at Newport (Salop) RUFC.

We caught up with Shropshire Stainless and Aluminium Managing Director, Gary James, about why this award is so important to him and his team at SSA.
“I’m incredibly proud to support the youth development work happening here at Newport (Salop) Rugby Club. At SSA, we believe that investing in young people isn’t just good for the future of the sport, but it strengthens our whole community. Seeing the next generation grow in confidence, learn and develop new skills, and create lifelong friendships is something we’re passionate about, it’s a privilege to play even a small part in that progression. I’m especially pleased to see the fantastic progress of the girls’ and women’s teams. Their energy, commitment, and talent are inspiring, and we’re dedicated to supporting an environment where every young player, regardless of gender, has the opportunity to thrive.

Well done to everyone involved in making this such a positive and welcoming club. SSA is proud to stand alongside you.”

If you have a suggestion of a member who should be considered for this award, please message us, or email with details to [email protected]

03/03/2026

At Shropshire Stainless & Aluminium, we’re incredibly proud to support Newport (Salop) RUFC’s Young Member of the Month award.

Congratulations to Beau Greenaway, a brilliant example of what community rugby is all about. Balancing playing with volunteering and stepping up to lead younger players is a fantastic achievement.

It’s young people like Beau who make grassroots sport so special. Well done!

🏉🏆Young Member of the Month Award 🏆🏉

With the support of long standing and key sponsor, Shropshire Stainless and Aluminium, we are excited to announce our Young Member of the Month Award for February is Beau Greeenaway!

Beau is thoroughly deserving of this award as not only does he currently play for our Colts, but he has been assisting the girls section for two seasons now, volunteering his spare time to help coach and develop the next generation of Sirens at the club (even if this does include his infamous Bronco session). When not playing for the Colts, Beau will help out home or away and recently lead the U12 girls as Head Coach in their fixture away at Leek RUFC.

The ‘Young Member of the Month Award’ is awarded to a young member who embodies everything that it is, to be a Newport (Salop) RUFC member. Whether it's outstanding performances on the pitch, fundraising and volunteering off it, positively promoting the club's image at events, and everything in-between.

Many of the Senior Men and Women that are at the club today, have come through our M&J Section, and this award is about celebrating the next generation of talent at Newport (Salop) RUFC.

We caught up with Shropshire Stainless and Aluminium Managing Director, Gary James, about why this award is so important to him and his team at SSA.
“I’m incredibly proud to support the youth development work happening here at Newport (Salop) Rugby Club. At SSA, we believe that investing in young people isn’t just good for the future of the sport, but it strengthens our whole community. Seeing the next generation grow in confidence, learn and develop new skills, and create lifelong friendships is something we’re passionate about, it’s a privilege to play even a small part in that progression. I’m especially pleased to see the fantastic progress of the girls’ and women’s teams. Their energy, commitment, and talent are inspiring, and we’re dedicated to supporting an environment where every young player, regardless of gender, has the opportunity to thrive. Well done to everyone involved in making this such a positive and welcoming club. SSA is proud to stand alongside you.”

If you have a suggestion of a member who should be considered for this award, please message us, or email with details to [email protected]

04/02/2026

🏉 We’re proud sponsors! 🏉

We’re thrilled to support Newport (Salop) RUFC and their Young Member of the Month Award. This celebrates the dedication, teamwork, and passion of the M&J players—both on and off the pitch. 🌟

Congratulations to this month’s winner, Toby Powell! Showing strong values which makes him a great role model for his peers and others alike. An excellent ambassador of the club👏

Here’s to nurturing the next generation of rugby talent! 💪

🏉🏆Young Member of the Month Award 🏆🏉

With the support of long standing and key sponsor, Shropshire Stainless and Aluminium, we are excited to announce our Young Member of the Month Award for January is Toby Powell!

Toby is thoroughly deserving the Young Member of the Month award, consistently demonstrating the core TREDS values of Teamwork, Respect, Enjoyment, Discipline and Sportsmanship both on and off the pitch. A true team player, Toby always puts others first, communicates well with his teammates and willingly steps into any role needed for the benefit of the team. His positive attitude helps build strong team spirit and makes him a pleasure to play alongside.

Toby also shows exceptional respect towards coaches, referees, teammates and opponents, setting a great example at all times. He plays with genuine enthusiasm and enjoyment, creating a fun and welcoming environment, while his discipline and commitment to improving are clear in both training and match situations. Win or lose, Toby represents the very best of rugby values, making him a fantastic role model for his peers and a real credit to Newport (Salop) RUFC.

The ‘Young Member of the Month Award’ is awarded to a member of our M&J Section who embodies everything that it is, to be a Newport (Salop) RUFC member. Whether it's outstanding performances on the pitch, fundraising and volunteering off it, positively promoting the club's image at events, and everything in-between.

Many of the Senior Men and Women that are at the club today, have come through our M&J Section, and this award is about celebrating the next generation of talent at Newport (Salop) RUFC.
We caught up with Shropshire Stainless and Aluminium Managing Director, Gary James, about why this award is so important to him and his team at SSA.

“I’m incredibly proud to support the youth development work happening here at Newport (Salop) Rugby Club. At SSA, we believe that investing in young people isn’t just good for the future of the sport, but it strengthens our whole community. Seeing the next generation grow in confidence, learn and develop new skills, and create lifelong friendships is something we’re passionate about, it’s a privilege to play even a small part in that progression. I’m especially pleased to see the fantastic progress of the girls’ and women’s teams. Their energy, commitment, and talent are inspiring, and we’re dedicated to supporting an environment where every young player, regardless of gender, has the opportunity to thrive. Well done to everyone involved in making this such a positive and welcoming club. SSA is proud to stand alongside you.”

If you have a suggestion of a member who should be considered for this award, please message us, or email with details to [email protected]

05/12/2025

🏉 We’re proud sponsors! 🏉

We’re thrilled to support Newport (Salop) RUFC and their Young Member of the Month Award. This celebrates the dedication, teamwork, and passion of the M&J players—both on and off the pitch. 🌟

Congratulations to this month’s winner, Eleanor Taylor! Your commitment, energy, and love for the game inspire everyone at the club. 👏

Here’s to nurturing the next generation of rugby talent! 💪

🏉 ANNOUNCEMENT🏉

With the support of long standing and key sponsor, Stainless and Aluminium, we are introducing a Young Member of the Month Award.

This monthly award will go to a member of our M&J Section who embodies everything that it is, to be a Newport (Salop) RUFC member. Whether it's outstanding performances on the pitch, fundraising and volunteering off it, positively promoting the club's image at events, and everything in-between.

Many of the Senior Men and Women that are at the club today, have come through our M&J Section, and this award is about celebrating the next generation of talent at Newport (Salop) RUFC.

We caught up with Shropshire Stainless and Aluminium Managing Director, Gary James, about why this award is so important to him and his team at SSA.

“I’m incredibly proud to support the youth development work happening here at Newport (Salop) Rugby Club. At SSA, we believe that investing in young people isn’t just good for the future of the sport, but it strengthens our whole community. Seeing the next generation grow in confidence, learn and develop new skills, and create lifelong friendships is something we’re passionate about, it’s a privilege to play even a small part in that progression. I’m especially pleased to see the fantastic progress of the girls’ and women’s teams. Their energy, commitment, and talent are inspiring, and we’re dedicated to supporting an environment where every young player, regardless of gender, has the opportunity to thrive. Well done to everyone involved in making this such a positive and welcoming club. SSA is proud to stand alongside you.”

Without further ado, your Shropshire Stainless and Aluminium Young Member of the Month Award, goes to, Eleanor Taylor.

Eleanor's work on and off the pitch never goes unnoticed. She is an avid supporter of our Sirens XV (travelling to pretty much every game to cheer them on!). She was part of the mascot team at the Women's RWC, meeting Scotland captain, Rachel Malcolm and leaving such and impression, that the club have been lucky enough to speak with Rachel about the experience. Most recently, Eleanor left a note for the England Red Roses that was shared across their social media and ours, further growing the women and girls section at Newport (Salop) RUFC.

Eleanor, you are an inspiration to many, a feared opponent on the pitch by most (mainly the boys!) and you truly embody everything that it is, to be a Newport (Salop) RUFC Member.

If you have a suggestion of a member who should be considered for this award, please message us, or email with details to [email protected]

03/10/2025

🚨 We're Hiring 🚨

We're excited to be expanding our team and are currently looking for skilled and motivated Internal Sales Executives to join us on our journey! 🌟

📍 Locations: Multiple sites across the UK

💼 Role: Driving sales of Stainless Steel & Aluminium Products across the UK

As we continue to grow, we're looking for passionate individuals who are ready to take the next step in their career and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking company.

👉 Learn more on our careers page: https://www.ssaltd.net/about/jobs/

31/07/2025

🌍🏉 Supporting Future Talent – On and Off the Pitch

At SSA, we’re proud to support our local community – and this time, it’s taken us all the way to South America! ✈️

We’ve recently sponsored the Abraham Darby Academy Rugby Team as they embark on a once-in-a-lifetime tour. More than just a trip, this experience will help shape the confidence, discipline, and resilience of these young players – skills that build strong teams and strong futures.

As our Managing Director, Gary James, puts it:

"Using rugby and sport to channel better development in children's personal skills, discipline, and confidence, which then may lead to a good work ethic, is something I truly believe in. I didn’t hesitate when I found out that Abraham Darby was looking for support for their amazing tour to South America. This trip will change the direction of these pupils' lives, and I am delighted to support it. As you see, the pupils are having an amazing time and we wish them all the best on their travels."

It’s inspiring to see young people growing through sport, and we’re honoured to play a part in their journey. 💪

📖 Read more about their exciting adventure in the Shropshire Star:
🔗 https://lnkd.in/e-2ty3MG