U9
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Under 9 & Under 10 Mini Rugby
In accordance with Stage 2 of the RFU Rugby Continuum, our U9 and U10 teams play "Mini Rugby". The game is played between teams having a maximum of nine players, three of whom are forwards and form the scrum, with the remaining players forming the back line. Positions are interchangeable and coaches are encouraged to rotate players around the positions so they all get experience in different roles.
Our U9 and U10 teams are open to both boys and girls. Age groups are decided by a player's age on the 1st September. A player who is 8 on 1st September is U9 and will play for that age group for the remainder of that season. Similarly a player who is 9 on the 1st September is U10 and will play for that age group for the remainder of the season.
The emphasis at these age groups is on learning the basic rugby skills in a safe and enjoyable way. However both U9's and U10's play fixtures against teams from other clubs, both home and away.
Rugby Union has always been a great "social" sport - and we see no reason why our younger players should miss out on this aspect of the sport. The kids (and parents!) love to socialise in the clubhouse after every match. We also hold several social events every year - these serve to develop a sense of belonging and to raise money towards the development of our section.