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Committee Members 2025-2026

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Nick Fingleton

Chairman

Paula O’Connor

Administrator

Paul O’Neill

Paul McKeon

Fergal Meegan

Martin Mohan

Age Groups, Head Coaches & Eligibility

AGE GROUPDOBHEAD COACH
Boys & Girls U6 2020Fergal Meegan & Paddy Moyles
Boys U72018Fergal Meegan
Boys & Girls U82017Trevor Micks & Paddy Moyles
Boys U9 2016Rowan Kavanagh
Boys & Girls U102015Brian O’Riordan & Paul Manning
Boys U11 2014Paul O’Neill
Boys and Girls U122013Alan Wallace & Cian Harrington
Boys U132012Rory Quirke

Belvo Minis Ethos

OBRFC Mini Rugby strive to maintain an ethos that is welcoming, inclusive and committed to the development of rugby for kids of all standards, in a safe, fun environment.

· ALL kids have fun on every visit to the Club

· Put in place a structure that will nurture the development of talent in a manner that recognizes that kids develop at different speeds

· Develop an environment that will enable kids understand the importance of respecting referees, opponents & coaches

· We hope to build an allegiance and loyalty to OBRFC & sense of “belonging” among kids, parents & coaches

Coaches: Qualifications & Child Protection

  • All Coaches are parents of players and are fully Garda vetted
  • All nominated coaches have completed/completing IRFU official training programme
  • All teams have coach to player ratio’s of average 1:8 
  • Qualified first aiders at every training session
  • Introduction of IRFU safe rugby courses for all coaches –includes guidance re concussion
  • All nominated coaches complete the IRB online concussion training
  • Parents must remain on-site during weekly sessions

IRFU Registration

  • Compulsory registration for all players
  • Failure to comply with registration will lead to exclusion from match teams

Communications: Teamer

  • Weekly communication regarding training and matches is sent via Teamer
  • It is important to respond to teamer message to allow coaches to plan training and matches
  • TRAINING TIMES MAY VARY PLEASE CHECK TEAMER

Fundraising

  • All coaches are volunteers
  • Main fundraising events :
    • Minis Lunch (March)
    • Jersey Sponsorship
  • All funds are re-invested in the mini rugby club i.e.
    • Pitch rental, equipment, coaches training
    • Away matches
    • Xmas party/ BBQ
    • Proposal to develop all weather pitch (cost dependent)

Club Tours

  • AIL Away Games – u9 Boys travel to one of the away games, u10 Girls arrange away matches.
  • U12 Annual Tour (Subsidised by club, where eligible and separate fund raising committee)
    – Marks the end of Mini rugby for all the Boys and Girls.
    – One parent travels with each child

Child Welfare & Safeguarding 2025/26

Parental Involvement

  • Key to the success of the club
  • Call for help in the following areas
    – First Aiders – training provided free of charge
    – Mangers for each age level to aid head coach
    – Volunteers to help at the Xmas party/Blitz

IRFU Code Of Conduct For Players

  • Play for enjoyment and become part of the rugby family.
  • Respect the “Game of Rugby” and play within the laws of the Game.
  • Accept the referee’s decision and let your captain or coach ask any relevant questions.
  • Play with control. Do not lose your temper.
  • Always do your best and be committed to the game, your team and your club.
  • Be a “good sport”. Applaud all good play whether by your team or the opposition.
  • Respect your opponent. Treat all players as you would like to be treated. Do not “bully” or take advantage of any player.
  • Rugby is a team sport and make sure you co-operate with your coach; team mates and members of your club.
  • Remember that the goals of the game are to have fun, improve your skills and feel good.
  • At the end of the match thank your opponents and the referee for the match.
  • Always remember that you owe a duty of care to your opponents. Tackle hard but fairly, do not intend to hurt your opponent.
  • Winning and losing is part of sport: Win with humility – lose with dignity.
  • As part of the team it is important that you attend training regularly and listen to your coach and help your team.
  • As a team sport it is important to understand that all members are important to the team!
  • Remember you are representing your team, club, family and the Game of Rugby.

IRFU Code Of Conduct For Parents

  • Remember, young people play rugby for their enjoyment, not only yours.
  • Encourage your child always to play by the Laws of the Game.
  • Teach young children that honest endeavour is as important as winning, so that the result of each game is accepted without disappointment.
  • Help young people to work towards skill improvement and good sportsmanship.
  • Set a good example by applauding good play on both sides.
  • Never ridicule, humiliate or shout at young players for making a mistake or losing a match.
  • Do not place emphasis on winning at all costs.
  • Do not force an unwilling child to participate in the playing of rugby. If the child is to play, he/she will do so in good time through your encouragement.
  • Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from rugby.
  • As a spectator do not use profane language or harass referees, coaches or players.
  • Do not publicly question the referees’ judgement and never their honesty.
  • Recognise the value and importance of volunteer referees and coaches.
  • Identify and acknowledge the good qualities of the Game of Rugby and uphold these values.
  • Remember you and your child’s contribution to the Game of Rugby is very important to the IRFU and be proud of your contribution.
  • Understand the value of team sport and the importance there of.
  • Respect IRFU guidelines regarding Covid 19 and spectators at matches.

Summary

  • The aim of the club is for children to have fun and enjoy their rugby  in a safe environment
  • Always looking for volunteers (first aid and after match refreshment)
  • Recommendations for improvements are always welcome