Junior Elite Rugby
State Championships
Age | Under 15 |
Dates | 15th, 16th and 17th April 2009 |
Times | TBC |
Venues | TBC |
Required | Rugby boots, drink bottle, rugby shorts and training shirt. |
Description | The State Championships are played each year between three regions. They provide an opportunity for club and school players to play at a higher level in a tournament style competition. It is a major element of the selection process for our Junior State teams. |
Age | Under 14 and Under 16 |
Dates | 13th, 15th and 17th July 2009 |
Times | TBC |
Venues | TBC |
Required | Rugby boots, drink bottle, rugby shorts and training shirt. |
Description | The State Championships are played each year between three regions. They provide an opportunity for club and school players to play at a higher level in a tournament style competition. It is a major element of the selection process for our Junior State teams. |
National Talent Squad
Age | 14 – 18 years |
Dates | October – September (quarterly reviews) |
Times | Sessions generally of a weekday afternoon 4:30pm – 6:30pm |
Skills | Large focus on core skill – catch & pass, track & tackle, win contact, breakdown, position specific |
Venues | RugbyWA, Rugby Park, McGillivray Oval |
Description | The NTS is an ARU funded program providing talented players with the opportunity to train at an elite level. This includes a skill component and strength & conditioning program, as well as ancillary programs in well being, nutrition, ASADA etc. Entry is via invite only. |
RugbyWA Junior Academy
Age | 14 – 18 years |
Dates | Commences April |
Times | Satellite venues - 4 sessions per week |
Skills | Large focus on core skill – catch & pass, track & tackle, win contact, breakdown, position specific |
Venues | Satellite Venues TBC; Rugby Park Floreat |
Required | Rugby boots, drink bottle, rugby shorts and training shirt. |
Description | The RugbyWA Junior Academy provides additional learning opportunities for junior players identified as potential NTS or State players. The program aims to take the core of players from each junior State team and work on their core skills during the off-season. |
