Mini's Rugby
Mini's Rugby at Hellingly is all about the community. Welcoming children from Under 6s to Under 12s, we focus on fun, inclusion, and the core values of rugby: Teamwork, Respect, Enjoyment, Discipline, and Sportsmanship.
Meet our Coaches
Chris
Chris enters his third year as a mini's coach, stepping into a joint leadership role with Rob to focus on the 5-to-8 age bracket. He also plays for the senior team, meaning if you see him on the pitch on a Saturday, you will likely see him aching on a Sunday.
Rob
Rob steps into a joint leadership role with Chris this season, shifting his coaching focus to the older mini's in the 9-to-11 age bracket. Just like his coaching partner, Rob turns out for the senior team on Saturdays, ensuring he is equally as sore come Sunday morning.
Gavin
Gavin has been a dedicated minis coach for two years, actively supporting the youth setup whilst his two children play for the club. While he doesn't lace up his boots for the senior team, his weekends are fully committed to developing the next generation of players.
Owen
Owen plays for the senior side but now dedicates the majority of his time to supporting the club's background management. Whether he is on the pitch or running things behind the scenes, his focus is entirely on keeping the club moving forward.
Myles
Myles stepped up from the sidelines to become a parent coach, ensuring he can directly support the club his son plays for. He is a vital part of the youth setup, giving his time to help develop both his son and the rest of the team.
David
David transition from the touchline to the coaching team as a parent volunteer, motivated by supporting the club where his son plays. He now invests his weekends into coaching the squad, ensuring the next generation thrives both on and off the pitch.
Paul
Paul is another parent who has stepped up to volunteer, taking on the vital role of managing fixtures for the travelling minis. His efforts ensure our away trips run smoothly, giving his son and the rest of the young players a great matchday experience.
Ollie
Ollie balances his playing duties for the senior 1st XV with a new role this season, stepping up to coach the Under-12s. His experience on the first-team pitch is a massive asset as he takes his first steps into youth development.
Aaron
Aaron is taking on a brand new challenge this season by stepping into the coaching ranks to manage the Under-12s. When he isn't guiding the next generation on a Sunday, he can be found playing for the senior 1st XV on Saturdays.
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We are always looking for new players and helpful parents to join our Minis community. Whether your child is picked up a ball for the first time or looking for a team to call home, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch with our team today!