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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 GROUP
  • Boys & Girls U6
  • Boys U7
  • Boys & Girls U8
  • Boys U9
  • Boys & Girls U10
  • Boys U11
  • Boys and Girls U12
  • Boys U13
  • DOB
  • 2020
  • 2018
  • 2017
  • 2016
  • 2015
  • 2014
  • 2013
  • 2012
  • HEAD COACH
  • Fergal Meegan & Paddy Moyles
  • Fergal Meegan
  • Trevor Micks & Paddy Moyles
  • Rowan Kavanagh
  • Brian O’Riordan & Paul Manning
  • Paul O’Neill
  • Alan Wallace & Cian Harrington
  • Rory 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