Youth rugby

Convener: Craig Whyte
Click here to contact Craig

Under the watchful and knowledgeable eye of Craig Whyte, our Youth Rugby Section is an ongoing success story and this augers well for the future of our club.

In the last two seasons the Youth Section has increased its membership significantly and now involves three teams, at Under 13, Under 15 and Under 17 levels, all with their own two coaches. These teams play regularly in the Ulster Brewin DolphinYouth Leagues.

Although one “contact” coach is listed below for each team, the significant contributions of other club members and parent supporters cannot be underestimated.

We are justifiably proud of the excellent role models our coaches represent and are confident that the rugby experiences they present are sure to develop all of our young players’ skills, attitudes and characters.

Under 17s
Coach: David Calvin

The under 17s are maturing into a force to be reckoned with. Coach, David Calvin has worked closely with our 1st XV coach Jason Taggart to ensure that players receive similar coaching techniques to the adult sides. This has helped many past players make the switch into adult rugby. Ballymoney have put a lot of faith into their youth set-up and 1st XV coach Jason Taggart’s determination to see these players brought into the 1st XV squad when they leave the under 19’s is a huge encouragement to them.
Training on Wednesday nights 7.30pm - 9.00pm, new players welcome.

For latest fixtures & results click here.

Under 15s
Coach: Andy Best

This has been the fifth year that Ballymoney have managed to field a team at this level and much of the credit must go to local teachers Andy Best and Garry McIlwaine. Parents recognise the character building effect of rugby and how it can help young people to develop their attitudes to life in general and are keen to support these young players.
Training on Tuesday Nights 5.30pm - 7.00pm, new players welcome.

For latest fixtures & results click here.

Under 13s
Coach: Ryan & Will

This is very much a team, which represents the area around Ballymoney and consists of players from several schools. Numbers are, at present, small but with new players are still joining, the future is optimistic. New players are always most welcome at this age: you can find more information by contacting Craig Whyte on the link at the top of this page. Training on Tuesday Nights 6.30 pm - 7.30 pm (under review), new players welcome..

For latest fixtures & results click here.

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