Player Safety

Mini-rugby is a safe sport and we take great care to create the right environment for your children:

• All coaches are given compulsory safety training
• First aid: The club has several first aid trained coaches and each age group has a first aid kit in case of any problems
• Gumshields/mouthguards are highly advisable for U7 & U8 players and compulsory for U9 upwards.
• Boot Studs : Studs with jagged edges pose a serious danger to other players, particularly in the older age groups where there is more likelihood of players lying on the ground. Unless boots have moulded plastic 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.
• Warm Clothing : All players should come adequately equipped to cope with the weather conditions that can occur during the winter months - tracksuits, fleece, hats, gloves, waterproofs. If players are freezing cold, they are unlikely to enjoy themselves and may be put off mini rugby!
• 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 in question should be taken from the field of play. Please note that in any event, irrespective of their age, the player has a compulsory twenty one days off rugby.
• Responsibilities of Parents, Coaches and Managers : Coaches and managers cannot take legal responsibility for those players whose parents leave them during training sessions, tournaments and games. If parents have to leave the ground for any reason during a training session, tournament or game, they should appoint a fellow parent to be responsible for their child.
• Medical or Other Conditions : If players have any particular condition such as asthma or diabetes which may effect their playing, please inform your coach.