Mumbles Dragons Under 11's Rugby Team: September 2013

Sunday 29 September 2013

Swansea Uplands V Dragons. 29/09/13. Away.

We played Swansea Uplands today in Three Crosses. It was perfect rugby weather but we were not at our best. We need to make sure that everyone in the team is focused on the game and gives 100 percent when they are on the pitch. There were quite a few of our players gazing at the sky today........perhaps they were soaking up the sun before our usual rain soaked Sundays start! They say a picture paints a thousands words so see if you can spot the frustrated coaches in the photos! The Dragons who stood out this week were Sam, Lewis and Luca. Jack did a great job as captain. Our player of the week was Rhys who put in some great tackles and got stuck in even after cutting his knee. Thank you for all your support; there were loads of family members at the ground today cheering on our team. Mark.

Sunday 22 September 2013

Gowerton V Dragons. 22/09/13. Away.

Oh well, we were thrashed! On the bright side the Dragons played really well in the second half. I assume they responded to my excellent motivational talk! Theo did well in his first game and put in some crunching tackles. Rhidian was excellent and was voted player of the the week by the parents. Mark.

Sunday 15 September 2013

Dragons V Dunvant (Home) 15/09/13

The Dragons were brilliant today. They played Dunvant in a game that started in ominous conditions and ended in a full blown monsoon! The game was evenly matched with both teams scoring great trys and putting in plenty of tackles. I think we may have edged a victory today, although I must confess I was not keeping count. Thank you to Dunvant for refereeing the match. It was good to see James again. Everyone played well but Sam was awesome! Keep it up boys. Mark.

Tuesday 10 September 2013

Our new Jersey Design

Sunday 8 September 2013

Dragons V Morriston......a few more photos!

Dragons V Morriston. Bishopston. 08/09/13.

I was proud of the Dragons today. We were outclassed by a very strong Morriston team but we can be proud of our performance. The Dragons got stuck in and tackled with enthusiasm. There are areas that we need to improve. The Dragons need to spread out and use the space available on the pitch. We also need to make sure we keep moving forward and not run backwards! We will work on this in training. Thank you Grant for refereeing our game. Well done Dragons. Mark.

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Joining Our Team

If you are visiting the blog because you are interested in joining our team I thought you may like some information about us.

The Mumbles Dragons are a great little team. Our current age group is under 11’s which caters for boys and girls in year 6. We are part of Mumbles RFC a club with great heritage and an exciting future as we plan to build new pitches and an amazing club house in Underhill Park. Our team has many original players who started when they were just 6 years old. Unfortunately some of our team stopped playing rugby at the start of this season because of other
commitments. This is why we are trying to recruit.

We train every Wednesday evening in Whitestone Primary School at 18:30. Games are held on Sunday mornings. There are hundreds of photographs on our blog that show the team in action.

There won’t be any charge for new players until you are sure you want to join our team. Come along to training, meet the players, and see if you like it. If you stay with us our subs are just £3.50 a month if you pay by direct debit. We will provide a team jersey and socks. The kit required is basic. You will need a pair of rugby boots and a gum shield (available from stores such as Sports Direct).

If you would like to try rugby and meet the team it would be great to see you. Give me a call on 07468 742 631. Thanks for your interest. Mark.

Fixture List 2015 - 16

All home games will be at Bishopston leisure center.

This list will be amended thought the season if there are any changes. We will try and fill some of the vacant fixtures. If we cant we may use time as training sessions. Parents will receive a text message before each game.

06/09/15 Fall Bay (Away)

13/09/15 Morriston (Away)

20/09/15 Bonymaen (Home)

27/09/15 Gowerton (Home)

04/10/15 No Fixture

11/10/15 No Fixture

18/10/15 South Gower (Home)

25/10/15 Dunvant (Away)

01/11/15 Vardre (Home)

08/11/15 Loughor (Away)

15/11/15 Penlan (Home)

22/11/15 No Fixture

29/11/15 Swansea Uplands (Home)

06/12/15 No Fixture

13/12/15 Waunarlwydd (Home)

20/12/15 Morriston (Home)

CHRISTMAS BREAK

10/01/16 Gowerton (Away)

17/01/16 Loughor (Home)

24/01/16 Waunarlwydd (Away)

31/01/16 South Gower (Away)

07/02/16 Vardre (Away)

14/02/16 Dunvant (Home)

21/02/16 No Fixture

28/02/16 Gorseinon (Away)

06/03/16 Penlan (Away)

13/03/16 Fall Bay (Home)

EASTER BREAK

03/04/16 Pontarddulais (Home)

10/04/16 Bonymaen (Away)

17/04/16 Swansea Uplands (Away)

Training

WRU Rules for Under 11's Rugby

1) For all passes, free kicks and penalties a player must place the ball on the floor and tap it forward with the foot. If done incorrectly it must be taken again. Defending team must retreat 5m when a free pass is awarded. No Cavalry Charges permitted. 2m maximum run for receiver of pass.

2) Tackle below waist. More than one tackler permitted. The tackler, or first player arriving at a tackle, can pick up the ball and go unless ruck is formed.

3) Contested tackles (rucking). Only 1 player from each team to contest the tackle. Can be any player involved in the tackle or an arriving player. Acting scrum half must pass the ball after a ruck has been formed. Off side line is 1m back from the rear most part of the body at the tackle area.

4) Scrums are static. 5 v 5 scrum for knock on. Both hookers can strike for the ball. Defending scrum half to remain at tunnel. Winning scrum half passes the ball from the scrum.

5) 4 man uncontested lineouts. No catch and drive. No Lifting. Ball must enter above head height. Off side remains until scrum half passes or run with the ball.

6) No mauling, no hand-offs and no ripping the ball allowed.

7) Kicking is permitted in your own half.

8) The team who have scored drop kicks the ball to the oposing team at the re-start.

9) Trys and conversions are the only way to score. Use available posts.

Membership

In common with the other junior teams we would like your children to become members of Mumbles Rugby Club. Membership is £42 a year. The Dragons keep most of the money which we will use to purchase training equipment and provide the players with their team clothing. £10 of the fee goes to Mumbles Rugby Club. The money can be paid in cash, cheque or by direct debit. If you have any problem with the fees please contact Mark in strict confidence. We don't want the fees to stop the kids from playing.