CAT’s U 8’s
Dear Parents
The coaches thought it wise to
write to you all in plenty of time regarding our planned coaching sessions
for the New Year. As you are aware the game we play at U8’s is non contact,
the focus being on running and passing the ball. This will change next
season when we play the Under 9’s rules where there is full contact
tackling but un-contested lineouts and scrums; U9’s & U10’s rules can
be downloaded from the RFU website using the link on the MINI / MIDI page.
To ensure the children are fully prepared for contact play we
shall start practising tackling after Christmas. They will all need to wear
a gum shield; these are available as two main types, ‘one size fits all’
from DJ’s or any sports shop which you will need to trim and soften in hot
water to get the correct fit or as a much costlier option one from the
dentist who will make you a bespoke shield. The other ‘must’ is that they
have aluminium or aluminium tipped studs in their boots. BLADES are not
allowed.
We the coaches are all RFU Level 1 trained, we have been taught to
coach tackling safely but occasionally head injuries do occur. Whereas the
gum shield must be worn we would also recommend that each child wear a
skull cap, available from DJ’s and other sports shops, at approx £15.
Shoulder pads are available for extra protection should your child require
them.
Future Events
We want to organise a non-rugby fun event for the team and shall let
you know ‘what, when, where’ when we have further information. There are
plans to hand out a team news letter on a regular basis, also to post it on
the Club website; if anybody wants us to add photo’s or any information
then these can be e-mailed to me at gordonhiscock@btconnect.com
Calling all Mums: - There will be an U8’s vs. Mums match at the
end of the season (probably tag but not necessarily!) please let us know if
you cannot take part but a note from your Doctor will be required!!
If you have any questions regarding the above please feel free to
approach any of us to discuss your concerns.
Regards
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