Melton RFC gears up for season with Try Rugby Day

Many new faces came along to join Melton Mowbray RFC's annual Try Rugby Day earlier this month.
By The Newsroom
Published 27th Aug 2016, 09:55 BST
Minis coach Phil Wood puts some under 5s through their paces EMN-160823-185340002Minis coach Phil Wood puts some under 5s through their paces EMN-160823-185340002
Minis coach Phil Wood puts some under 5s through their paces EMN-160823-185340002

With the season just a few weeks away, the club’s junior ranks were on the lookout for fresh talent ahead of registration day.

The skills covered ranged from non-contact tagging drills through to kicking and passing, but the most popular game of the day was tackling.

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All activities were supervised by Melton RFC’s fully qualified coaches.

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Coach Mike Dickson and son Will get ready for some speed passing practice. EMN-160823-185353002Coach Mike Dickson and son Will get ready for some speed passing practice. EMN-160823-185353002
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As in previous years there were several rugby-based activities followed by free food for all participants. Additional activities included face painting and a bouncy castle.

Registration day takes place at the club’s Burton Road HQ from 10.30am on Sunday, September 4 - everyone welcome.

* For more details, visit the club’s website at www.pitchero.com/clubs/meltonmowbray