Hello Everyone
Mini and Micro training as normal 10:30 Saturday morning at Kellands (Check the web site and email before leaving just in case of cancellation due to adverse weather)
Challenging Tournament at Ellon
Many thanks to all players who took part, in what was to prove quite a challenging tournament. Some of these clubs are ranked at the top of Scottish Junior Rugby. Hopefully it was good experience and we can build on our performance. Also a big thank you to all parents for their continued support. Well done everyone.
Mackie Festival Sunday 14th March P4-7 (no micros)
At Redcloak pitches (See map attached)
Starting at 10:30am players be there at 10.15
Finish 1:30 pm
Snack for all the children will be provided at the end of the fixture.
Teams taking part - Mackie, Ellon, Grammar, Garioch
P4-5
Let Ian know of your availability if you havent already done so.
P6-7
Let Duncan know of your availability if you havent already done so.
Note Regarding Players Kit:
- All children must wear boots fitted with SRU-approved aluminum studs. No plastic/aluminum combinations or boots with studs that are part of a moulded sole.
- Only SRU approved protective equipment is allowed.
- It is the Coaches responsibility to check that their players kit conforms to the required standards.
- Referees may ask a child to leave the field of play if they feel that the protective equipment or footwear is dangerous.
- All children participating in the P4/5 & P6/7 competition are required to wear a well-fitting gum shield, for their own protection.
Dates for Diary
Mackie Festival Sunday 14th March
Easter Rugby Camp. The club is planning to hold a rugby camp during the Easter Holidays Contact Chris Lawson for more info.
P7 training with S1/S2
In addition to normal P6-7 training on Saturday mornings, all P7 boys who intend moving to S1/S2 after the summer are invited to join S1/S2 training after Easter on Wednesday evenings to get them acclimatised to this higher level of rugby. More information to follow.
Shonaghs Shop
There are quite a few names remaining in the book with outstanding payments due for kit purchased from the club in 2009. Please contact Shonagh and arrange prompt payment.
Reasonably priced goodies available from the club shop:
· Baseball caps
· Wool beanies
· Club sweaters
· Club shirts
· Polo shirts
· Hoodies
· Gum shields
And much more!
If there is anything you require, ask at the club on Saturday or contact Shonagh Thom directly.
Training Requirements
Clothing - some boys still turning up without appropriate clothing for the time of year.
A child should attend training wearing appropriate sport clothing:
- Rugby jersey
- Shorts or training trousers
- Socks
- Rugby or football boots. Boots should have metal studs. Blades and moulded souls are not permitted.
- Water bottle
- Woolly beanie or scrum cap
- Light weight waterproof top
- Training gloves
- Gum shield (not micros)
Mini Rugby Code of Conduct
Please read and be aware of the expected code of conduct for helpers, parents and spectators. Help keep rugby the well mannered, fun, friendly and family orientated event it always has been.
Parents and Helpers are encouraged to:
- Respond promptly to e-mails sent out by coaches concerning the availability of players
- Be familiar with the teaching and coaching methods used by observing the sessions in which your child participates.
- Be involved with club activities and share your expertise.
- Share concerns, if you have them, with club officials.
- Encourage your child to learn the rules and play within them.
- Discourage unfair play and arguing with officials.
- Help your child to recognise good performance, not just results.
- Set a good example by recognising fair play and applauding the good performances of both teams.
- Never punish or belittle a child for losing or making mistakes.
- Publicly accept officials judgements.
- Support your childs involvement and help them to enjoy their sport.
- Use correct and proper language at all times.
- Stay off the pitch
Parents and helpers should:
- Focus on the young players efforts, rather than winning or losing.
- Be realistic about the young players abilities; do not push them towards a level that they are not capable of achieving.
- Provide positive verbal feedback both in training and during the game. Remember that persistent, negative messages will adversely affect the players and referees performance and attitude.
- Always support the rugby club in their efforts to eradicate loud, coarse and abusive behaviour from the game. Remember young people learn much by example.
Spectators should:
- Spectators are a very important part of the game and shall at all times conform to accepted standards of good sportsmanship and behaviour.
- Remember children play sport for their enjoyment not yours.
- Acknowledge good individual and team performance from all youngsters irrespective of the team for whom they play.
- Respect match officials decisions. Remember - they are volunteers providing an opportunity for youngsters to play rugby.
- Never verbally abuse young players, match officials, fellow spectators or coaches. Such behaviour can create a negative environment for young players and their behaviour will often reflect this.
