North Midlands PDG U16 Girls – Assessment and Selection – Season 25/26
Dear Club Coaches,
I hope you are all well and that planning for the coming season is where you would like it to be.
I thought this might be an opportune moment to nudge everyone as we embark on this season’s PDG U16 assessment and selection stage of a few key principles that are important to ensure an equitable and fair process.
The aim again this season is to hold well-planned and well-run events so we can ensure that even if someone isn’t selected the experience they have had is memorable in a positive way.
Assessments will take place at Birmingham & Solihull RFC on Sunday 14th September 2025 and Sunday 21st September 2025.
Following the Development Session our u16 PDG training squad for 25/26 season will be selected.
Kindly send me your player nominations no later than Wednesday 3rd September 2025.
Player registration closes on Friday 5th September 2025 and will not be extended – no late applications will be accepted.
Basic Criteria for Player Nominations to PDG U16
Assessments ·
Fitness.
a. Ability to walk, jog and sprint the width of the pitch.
b. Basic fitness exercises. ie. Squats, lunges and planks. ·
Passing.
a. Be able to run with ball in 2 hands.
b. Ability to make a left-handed and right-handed 3m pass whilst jogging. ·
Contact.
a. Ability to make safe side on and front on tackle.
b. Understanding of rucks and safe clear out. ·
Game Knowledge.
a. Offside and safe game play
Coachability.
a. Willingness to learn and gain new skills
b. Ability to listen.
c. Discipline. ·
Kit.
a. Please wear appropriate rugby clothing (NO lycra or gym shorts). If players do not comply then they may be asked to leave the pitch.
b. All jewellery to be removed before assessments commence
c. No false nails (that includes Gels and Acryllics)
What to expect on the day; MEMTME – Many eyes, many times, many environments.
As a team of coaches we will have independent assessors on the day, with coaches running each skill zone, conditioned games, athletic skills and core skills.
We will not be providing individual feedback for players who are unsuccessful on this occasion. Please speak to the coaches at the end of the session if you want feedback.
If you have any queries or questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Kindest regards,
Moira Boot
North Midlands RFU
Women and Girls Chair
