Newbridge RFC become first Leinster club to establish a dedicated Girls Youth Academy at grassroots level
Newbridge Rugby Football Club have announced the establishment of the Newbridge RFC Girls Youth Rugby Academy, the latest addition to Kildare' underage rugby options
Newbridge Rugby Football Club have announced the establishment of the Newbridge RFC Girls Youth Rugby Academy.
The Newbridge Rugby Football Club Girls Youth Rugby Academy caters for girls aged approximately 12–15 (U14/U16) and focuses on fun, fitness, and the core rugby values of teamwork, respect and inclusion.
Newbridge RFC is the first Leinster Rugby club to establish a dedicated Girls Youth Academy at the grassroots level. This initiative builds on the success of the Boys Youth Academy, which was established several years ago. It reflects the club’s long-term commitment to growing participation across all sections of the community and in Kildare.
Training takes place twice weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays, with participation in Leinster League fixtures at weekends.
The academy welcomes new players at any stage and provides a safe, supportive environment where girls can enjoy sport, build friendships and develop confidence.
The academy has been established with the support of sponsors, Structure Tone. It aims not only to teach the fundamentals of rugby but to help players progressively develop their skills.
The club's longer-term ambition is to ensure girls remain active and engaged in sport through their teenage years, ultimately allowing Newbridge RFC to field a U18 girls’ team in the future.
For those who progress further, the pathway exists to represent their club, province and their country at the senior level.