Crowds turn out for kit launch

At the same time, other members of Rob Baxter’s first-team squad converged around the nearby pontoon to welcome their team-mates to dry land, before all engaged in a two-hour meet and greet with fans.

Supporters not only got the chance to get up close and personal with their favourite stars, but they were able to engage with many of the club’s kit sponsors, take a look around the club’s official team coach, while the young children were able to test their rugby skills on the Community Chiefs passing wall.

The two mobile Trading Post stores did a roaring trade throughout the course of the afternoon as supporters wasted little time in getting their hands on the new jerseys, which have again be produced by Samurai Sportswear.

Entertainment throughout the course of the day was provided by the excellent Taiko Drummers, whilst a kicking competition amongst Chiefs stars Gareth Steenson, Joe Simmonds, Harvey Skinner and Sam Morley proved hugely popular, as did the Chain Ferry rides provided by club captain Jack Yeandle, Toby Salmon, James Short and Santiago Cordero.

Exeter Rugby Club would like to thank the following organisations for their assistance in helping to put on the event: Exeter City Council, AS Watersports, Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre, Kayak Hub, Southern Comfort Ferry, Taiko Drummers and Lutzys Coffee Shop.