Briton Ferry RFC initiated their mini section in the 2005-06 season. Starting with an Under 8’s team there was immediate interest. The first session had 6 players. The word soon spread and a week later there were in excess of 50 players. This level of attendance was maintained throughout the first month of the season.
As the winter drew nearer the numbers reduced to a manageable 25-30 players. Ages ranged from 5-8 and contained a mix of boys and girls. An under 9’s team was launched in October 2005. These original boys & girls now form the base of an established mini section at Briton Ferry.
In the 2007-2008 season we launched a dedicated Under 7 team. The team of new players has a squad of approximately 15 boys & girls. Their skills and appreciation of rugby increased tremendously.
The Under 8's are now the snior TAG team in the club. The skills have benefited from their first season at under 7's and the hard work by the coaches.
Under 10 are coached by Mark Davies, Richard Jones, Steve Williams and Steve Jones. The aim of the team is to ensure everybody has equal opportunity and time with the ball. Everybody contributes to the team on a Friday in training and Sunday on matchdays. The majority of the squad has been together for three or four years.
Under 11’s are coached by Bobby Davie, Mike Arnold and Steve. The aim of the team is to ensure fair play, encourage each player equally. The under 11’s have been boosted by a number of new players in readiness for 15 a-side next season
Briton Ferry RFC Mini section will be touring Woolacombe Bay on April 26th. Thank you for all the hard work to the Fundraising committee, especially Nathan Johns. In addition, thank you to Liz Irvine and Margaret for the catering and all the volunteers on Training nights and match days.
GOOD LUCK TO ALL TEAMS
Mark Davies
Chairman BFRFC Junior Section