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Junior Teams

The Hamilton Hornets run junior rugby programs for boys and girls from the ages of 13 to 18. No previous team sport or rugby specific experience is necessary. Everyone is welcome!

For players 11 and younger see our Minis page.

For players 19+ see our Seniors page.

Under 13 & Under 15 years old:

The U13 and U15 programs transition young players into more of a full game of rugby which includes scrums and lineouts. Games are usually played with seven players per side. Coaches ensure safety is a top priority and players are comfortable with contact before games begin.

Under 17 & Under 19 years old:

Players at the U17 and U19 levels play full rugby games with fifteen players a side. Individual player and position-specific skills are taught as well as a focus on team play, supportive teamwork and a higher degree of competitiveness. Coaches ensure safety is a top priority and players are comfortable with contact before games begin.

Practices:

Held at Mohawk Sports Park on Field #1. Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

Rugby Games:

Usually held in a festival tournament format at various clubs in the surrounding area throughout the summer months. Typically, the season's schedule is communicated at the start of May. Regular season games start in late May and end in late August. Register now through this link.

Playing Equipment:

  • Mouthguard – mandatory for training and games
  • Cleats – rugby or soccer
  • Jersey – club provided
  • Club Shorts & Socks – club provided 

As soon as available, practice and game schedules will be posted for each team on our Club Calendar Here.

If you wish to register as a player, get involved as a volunteer, sponsor a Junior team/player or just want to know more about the rugby programs we offer contact our Junior Development Officer Here.

Beginners Guide to Rugby

New to the game and interested in trying it out? You're never too young or too old to start. Rugby is a game for everyone!

Rugby's Safety Policies: Stay safe, have fun, enjoyable for all

Rugby is a physical, contact sport and as such has inherent dangers. The Hamilton Hornets Rugby Club as a member of Rugby Ontario is committed to reducing the risks of a serious injury through the implementation of World Rugby, Rugby Canada, and Rugby Ontario safety policies. By making yourself aware of these safety policies, you can play your part in making sure that our sport remains safe, fun and enjoyable for all!

Rugby Values Around the World

INTEGRITY
Integrity is central to the fabric of the game and is generated through honesty and fair play.
 
PASSION
Rugby people have a passionate enthusiasm for the game. Rugby generates excitement, emotional attachment and a sense of belonging to the global rugby family.
 
SOLIDARITY
Rugby provides a unifying spirit that leads to life-long friendships, camaraderie, teamwork and loyalty which transcends cultural, geographic, political and religious differences.
 
DISCIPLINE
Discipline is an integral part of the game both on and off the field and is reflected through adherence to the laws, the
regulations and rugby’s core values.
 
RESPECT
Respect for teammates, opponents, match officials and those involved in the game is paramount.

CODE OF CONDUCT

Game Play:

The purpose of the Hamilton Hornets Rugby Club's Code of Conduct is to detail a set of guidelines for expected behaviour which all members of the Hamilton Hornets Rugby Club are to observe. The Hamilton Hornets Rugby Football Club subscribes to the Code of Conduct as detailed in Rugby Ontario’s Disciple Regulations. All Hamilton Hornets members and associates:

  • must ensure that the Game is played and conducted in accordance with the principles of disciplined and sporting behaviour and in a safe and proper environment and must acknowledge that it is not sufficient to rely solely upon the Match Officials to maintain those principles or environment
  • shall cooperate in ensuring that the Laws of the Game are upheld
  • shall accept and observe the authority of all Match Officials
  • shall not engage in any conduct or activity on or off the field of play that may impair public confidence or that may bring the reputation of the Game into disrepute
  • shall actively promote and protect the reputation of the game
  • shall not abuse, threaten or intimidate any teammate/clubmate, match official, spectator, organizer, or player, whether on or off the field of play

Clubhouse:

Furthermore, the additional guidelines detailed below are expected of all club members and associates off the field. All Hamilton Hornets members and associates:

  • shall respect club members’ human rights and liberties
  • shall be courteous and hospitable to all visitors
  • maintain the clubhouse, washrooms, kitchen, and storage shed in good order
  • shall contribute to the weekly cleaning activities of the clubhouse and team kits
  • shall not wear cleats or other dirty footwear inside the club
  • shall not participate in any illegal or illicit behaviour on club property, sponsors' property, or while in club colours

Practice Nights:

Lastly, the following guidelines detailed below are expected of all Hamilton Hornet players on practice nights.  All Hamilton Hornets players:

  • shall respect the coaches
  • shall be punctual for all practices and matches
  • shall complete training exercises to the best of your ability
  • shall take initiative and assist in the preparation and clean up of practice equipment

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