Fun skillwork that grows game knowledge and confidence.
Replaces U14 rep programme to benefit more than just a typically narrow selection of 12-24 players with 2 coaches max per team.
All-inclusive approach means no limits. Room for upwards of 70 players, at least 8 coaches plus managers and umpires to take part.
Removes pressure associated with trials. Anyone can sign-up - no one misses out!
Player Eligibility
Players must be at college (not Year 8) and 13 years of age or younger on 1 January 2026.
All genders, dis/abilities and experience welcome.
Programme includes
6-weeks of development sessions
Three opportunities for game play.
Attend all 6 dates to gain maximum benefit.
Format
First week: skillwork and tactics in preparation for Centre Game Day. Players placed randomly across even teams.
After Centre Game Day: players potentially graded into tiered age group teams to ensure maximum participation, enjoyment and engagement then complete at a Festival game day.
After Festival Game Day #1: players complete one more skill session working in their designated team in preparation for a final Festival Game Day #2.
Coach, Manager & Umpire opportunity
A great chance to work alongside each other to expand skillsets and knowledge in a supportive circle.
Benefits student coaches or intermediate coaches keen to pick up new activities and ideas while shadowing experienced coaches.
Sunday 16 August - skills session #2/Centre Game Day
Sunday 23 August - skills session #3
Sunday 30 August - no session due to Lower North Island Secondary Schools Tournament hosted in Wellington
Sunday 6 September - Festival Day #1 hosted in Hutt Valley
Sunday 13 September - skills session #4
Sunday 20 September - Festival Day #2 hosted in Paraparaumu or Hataitai TBC
Reviewed in collaboration Wellington's four Regional Centres (Hutt Valley, Kapi Mana, Kapiti and Wairarapa). In past years, this programme has run on Sundays in Term 3.
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