Youth’s Rugby

Youth’s Rugby

YOUTH'S COMMUNITY

ABOUT COMMUNITY

Welcome to the Youth Rugby Community, where young athletes can learn and grow in a safe, fun, and inclusive environment. We offer programs and events for all levels, with a focus on developing rugby skills, leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

HOW TO BE INVOLVED IN THE COMMUNITY

    Email us at info@rugby.sa and provide the details below:

  1. Full name
  2. Nationality
  3. Gender
  4. Age
  5. Rugby contact or non-contact
  6. What role you want to be involved in: player, coach, referee, medic, or another position
  7. Your rugby experience or qualifications
  8. Contact information
  9. Location within the KSA

Eligibility Criteria

  • The eligibility date for registration is August 31st of the competition year.
  • A player can only play up an age group with the approval of the Saudi Arabian Rugby Federation, which requires submission of a fully completed dispensation form.
  • Players are limited to moving up by 1 age group per season.

YOUTH'S RUGBY TYPES

Youth 7s

Youth 7s is a rugby union variant played with seven players on each side, for ages 13-19 and an exciting version of rugby for young athletes of all skill levels. Matches are played on a standard pitch with shorter halves of 7 minutes. It’s a fast-paced sport, demanding speed, agility, and skill, with a focus on open-field play and scoring tries.

Youth 15s

Youth 15s rugby is a dynamic and exhilarating version of rugby union, played by teams of 15 players on each side. Typically, this sport is played by teenagers aged between 13 and 19 years old. It’s a full-contact game that follows the SARF Minis & Youth Law Variations, and it requires players to showcase their strategic thinking, physicality, and skill.

Youth Championships

Youth rugby championships unite young players from different regions to compete at a high level. These tournaments are organized by regional or national rugby organizations, with different age groups and divisions. Winners receive recognition or awards, giving players the chance to showcase their skills.

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