Age Grade Rugby…
Age Grade Rugby is the framework for 6-18-year olds in clubs, schools and colleges.
The format at various ages ensures that young players play the right rugby at the right time. These formats are supported by the regulations of the Age Grade game and have been developed by scientific research and studies on player development in sport.
The principle behind the Rules of Play is to provide a playing format with building blocks to the 15-a-side game that allows players time to get to grips with the basics of running and catching the ball before contact and specialism is gradually introduced – which positively impacts on player safety.
U14’s
How it works…
The lineout is introduced into the game and scrums move to 8 players with the number 8 being able to pick up and run with the ball. For the backs the opportunity to kick for goal is also now available.
Whilst there is always a competitive element to sport the formal introduction of “knock out” tournaments is introduced.
Max numbers: 15
Max Pitch Size: 100m x 70m
Max mins per half: 25
Max mins per day: 80
Age Grade Rugby - the role of parents
Team Fixtures
COACHING TEAM
Lead Coach
Chris Pearman
Team Manager
Mark Gilbert
Assistant Coaches
Bruce Wilson
Francis Cheang
Steve Mather
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