Rugby at ANPS is an extra-curricular activity, offered by
the school, for all the boys. The
coaches act as mentors for every young boy, establishing special bond during
the hard practices during the season.
Aims;
To introduce the boys to rugby and cultivate a love for the game
To teach and practise basic skills
To introduce children to the fun of a team sport
To encourage personal growth and development
To provide the opportunity to every player to develop his own identity on the rugby field
How does it work?
Players participate in their age groups: U/7 (Buffeltjies), U/9, U/11 and U/13
Coaches choose the teams for every age group
U/12 and U/13 get the opportunity to be selected for the Free State Country Districts Team as well as participate in the Free State trials.
What should I know?
Season:
Rugby is played during term 2 and 3. Preparations already start in term 1.
Coaching:
Coaching takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays during practices, as indicated on the extra-mural activities programme.
All the coaches are BokSmart certified, as prescribed by SARU
The coach is responsible for a safe and educational environment.
Games:
Games and participation will be organised by the school. Information will be provided at an early stage to parents if their son is chosen for a game.
There are initiatives to provide as many players as possible to participate.
Clothing:
All players in all age groups play barefoot.
All players play games in a navy short.
Jerseys for games will be provided by the school.
ACHIEVEMENTS:
2015: 6 Players Free State Country Districts; 3 players Free State U/12A; 1 player Free State U/13A
2016: 8 Players Free State Country Districts; 4 players Free State U/12A; 3 players Free State U/13A
2017: 6 Players Free State Country Districts
2018: 5 Players Free State Country Districts
2019: 10 Players Free State Country Districts; 1 player Free State U/12A
2020: 7 Players Free State Country Districts
2021: -
2022: 6 Players Free State Country Districts; 1 player Free State U/12A
6
Players Free State Country Districts; 1 player Free State U/13, 2 players Free
State U/12