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Mini rugby Players Code Parents Code Coaches Code Mini rugby Rules Under 7s Under 8s Under 9s Under 10s Under 11s Under 12s Kit Health Twickenham RFC	The Mini Rugby section was started just over ten years ago and has been growing over recent years. Mini Rugby is specifically designed to introduce youngsters to the game and can be played by both BOYS and GIRLS from the ages of five to twelve years. Children play in age groups at Under 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 ensuring that each child is matched by size as well as age. The youngest groups play a non contact game similar to touch rugby with emphasis on running and handling the ball. We encourage everyone to get involved with the club including coaching the youngsters, .......... we will give full training.	Training starts at 10.00am, and goes on to approximately 12 noon on Sunday mornings from September through to April. Home games start at around 10.00am and these are advised in the fixture list. The clubhouse is open all morning on Sundays with snacks and soft drinks available to those who would like to watch the training or games. At midday the club bar opens for the service of 'other' refreshments.	Junior rugby is also thriving at the Old Rutlishians’ with ages 12 to 17 playing regularly on a Sunday. We also run a number of senior sides of varying standards. If you would like more details, please contact us The Old Ruts have a policy of encouraging all their players to play sporting rugby and does not support or encourage a "win at all costs" attitude in their children. Wherever possible we ensure that if a youngster turns up to train then we will give them a game as we want the children to enjoy themselves and continue to play for many years to come.
	What we expect from our Players We expect our players to follow our conduct code not what you may see adults play. It is the code used when all of us started out Play for the fun of it, not just to please your parents or coach. Play by the laws of the game. Do not argue with the referee's decision. Control your temper. It is a team game! Your team is more important than you, so play as a team member not a 'star'. Treat all players as you would like to be treated. Don't bully or take unfair advantage of any players. Remember the game is for fun, improving your skills, make friends and feel good. Listen to your coaches and referees, work with team mates. Without them and your opponents, you cannot play!	What we expect from our Parents Do not force an unwilling child to participate in sport. Children play sport for their enjoyment, not yours. Encourage your child to play by the rules. Teach your child that playing well & fairly is as important as victory. Never ridicule or yell at your child for making mistakes -when you were a child you made mistakes, didn't you? Remember children learn best by example. Applaud good play by both sides. Do not question the referee's judgement or their honesty. Value the importance of volunteer coaches. They give up their time to provide recreation for your child.	What we expect from our Coaches Do not make too many demands on the young players' time, energy and enthusiasm. Teach that the laws of the game must not be broken. Avoid overplaying talented players. "Average" players need and deserve equal time. Remember children play for fun - winning is only part of it. Never ridicule children for making mistakes - you make mistakes too. Make sure your teams respect their opponents, as well as the referees and opposing coaches. Do not question referees judgement or honesty. Make sure the team conduct themselves properly at the end of a game. Just one more thing, treasure Rugby for what it is - FUN! No More, No Less.
	UNDER SEVEN Rules (Non-contact) Play games with small numbers, no more than seven ------------ Pass backwards Free pass restart, opponents 7 metres away on line parallel to goal line ------------ No scrum No line out ------------ NO HAND OFFS OR FEND OFFS If a player fails to pass after being legally touched, the ball passes to the other side. UNDER EIGHT Rules (Non-contact) Play games with small numbers, no more than seven ------------ Pass backwards Free pass restart, opponents 7 metres away on line parallel to goal line ------------ No scrum No line out ------------ NO HAND OFFS OR FEND OFFS If a player fails to pass after being legally touched, the ball passes to the other side. UNDER NINE Rules (The introduction of contact) 9 a-side - 3 forwards, 6 backs SCRUM 3 player front row, uncontested scrum (ball must be won by team putting in) OFFSIDE LINE (SCRUM) All opposing backs except for scrum half 7 metres behind scrum. Scrum half behind the hindmost foot of scrum until the ball is out. No kicking ------------ Free pass restart at Kick off Infringement Ball in touch NO HAND OFFS OR FEND OFFS Starter cannot run with the ball and receiving player not more than 2 metres behind passer.	UNDER TEN Rules 9 a-side - 3 forwards, 6 backs SCRUM 3 player front row, contested scrum OFFSIDE LINE (SCRUM) All opposing backs & Scrum half behind the hindmost foot of scrum. LINE OUT (CONTESTED) 2 players line out between 2 and 7 metres from the touchline, 3rd player throws in. Quick throw in NOT allowed. OFFSIDE LINE (LINE OUT) All backs 7 metres from line of touch except scrum half LAWS OF THE GAME APPLY No kicking ------------ Free pass restart at Kick off Infringement Starter cannot run with the ball and receiving player not more than 2 metres behind passer. Opponents 7 metres away on line parallel to goal line. NO HAND OFFS OR FEND OFFS UNDER ELEVEN Rules 12 a-side - 5 forwards, 7 backs LAWS OF THE GAME APPLY IN ALL RESPECTS EXCEPT: SCRUM 3 player front row and 2 second row locks binding around hips. Scrum half restriction remains. LINE OUT (CONTESTED) 2-4 players line out between 2 metres and 7 metres from the touchline, 5th player throws in. Quick throw in not allowed. OFFSIDE LINE (LINE OUT) 10 metres from line of touch NO HAND OFFS OR FEND OFFS UNDER TWELVE Rules Midi Rugby 12 a-side - 5 forwards, 7 backs LAWS OF THE GAME APPLY IN ALL RESPECTS EXCEPT: SCRUM 3 player front row and 2 second row locks binding around hips. Scrum half restriction remains. LINE OUT (CONTESTED) 2-4 players line out between 2 & 7 metres from the touchline, 5th player throws in. Quick throw in now allowed. OFFSIDE LINE (LINE OUT) 10 metres from line of touch NO HAND OFFS OR FEND OFFS	Kit Gumshields/Mouthguards Gumshields/mouthguards are highly advisable for U7 & U8 players and compulsory for U9 upwards. Boot Studs Studs with jagged edges are dangerous to other players. Unless boots have moulded plastic/rubber soles, it is important that studs are examined regularly to ensure missing studs are replaced and rough edges smoothed. Studs must also comply to the British Kite Regulations. Plastic studs should not be used. Severe Weather Clothing All players should come equipped to cope with the weather conditions that can occur during the winter months. If youngsters are freezing, they are unlikely to enjoy themselves and may be put off winter sport. Health Matters Concussion If any player suffers a knock which results in momentary unconsciousness, confusion, memory loss or unsteadiness, then there is evidence of definite concussion injuries. The player must be taken from the field of play. No matter of their age, the player has a compulsory twenty one days off rugby. Tetanus Injection If not already done so mini rugby players should have a preventative course of tetanus injections. Go to your General Practitioner for advice. Medical or Other Conditions If players have any particular condition such as asthma or diabetes which may effect their playing, the team coach must be told
	Acknowledgement The Old Rutlishians RFC would like to thank the junior section of Twickenham RFC for the providing the basis for our Junior Rugby information for our web page

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