Why Play Rugby?
Imagine your child sprinting down the field, teamwork flowing through every play, and culminating with the thrill of scoring a TRY lighting up their face!
“Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships.” — Michael Jordan
Rugby gets every child actively involved with the game which is wildly attractive to kids who previously spent long days in an outfield, goal box or on the sideline. Everyone touches the ball in rugby and everyone can score points. The smile on a football lineman’s face while carrying the ball is priceless! Big or small, short or tall, fast or slow – rugby has a place for every athlete!
Rugby is closely related to many sports (especially football) and will help all players improve as multi-sport athletes. Rugby does not stop for time outs or breaks in play, so players must learn to think quick and react while being resilient.
What will your child get out of rugby?
– FUN! Running, Kicking, Passing, Tackling.
– Build strong self-confidence.
– Learn safe tackle techniques.
– Foster qualities of Teamwork, Sportsmanship and Respect.
– Enhance athletic development.
Many youth players go on to play rugby in university or at the men’s club level. Additionally, we have also helped many athletes improve their athletic skills and pad their resumes so they could get a scholarship in football or rugby. “College coaches love to recruit multi-sport high school athletes”
Some players have even continued to play rugby at very high levels, signing contracts to play professionally overseas or in Major League Rugby (our domestic, professional league) and representing the USA on our national team, the USA Eagles.
Promoting teamwork, resilience, discipline and respect...
We are committed to providing a safe, supportive, inclusive and competitive environment where every player is inspired to reach their full potential, both on and off the field. By promoting values of teamwork, resilience, discipline and respect, we strive to positively impact the lives of young athletes, nurturing their physical, mental and social well-being. Together, we are building a vibrant community that nurtures a lifelong love for sport, particularly rugby, and cultivates tomorrow’s leaders.
Fort Lauderdale Youth Rugby operates under Fort Lauderdale Rugby Foundation, Inc., a registered 501c3 non-profit organization.
Our Mission:
At Fort Lauderdale Youth Rugby, our mission is to empower and inspire kids ages 6-19 in the Greater Fort Lauderdale area through rugby.
Our players come from all schools and backgrounds, which allows them to bond with a diverse group of teammates. Fostering not only athletic excellence but also character development and a sense of community.