What a season for our continually growing minis club!
The weather has certainly been against us this season with many matches and training being cancelled or postponed due to snow and ice! However we have persisted, the kids have wrapped up in scarves and hats, and we have been out in the cold playing a game we all love!
On the pitch our Under 5s have become confident little players, taking on defensive tagging skills and some cracking attacking running in our fun skills games. The Under 6s have moved on to more structured games and are definitely ready for some friendly competition next season.
The Under 7s started their competitive career in September and have played some fantastic rugby. They are one of our largest sections with around 20 children vying for 7 places in the team! Our Under 8s have enjoyed their final season of tag before they move on to contact rugby in September. They are definitely ready for the next step as they are showing some super speed and tactics in their games.
Our Under 9s have led the way into contact rugby on a steep learning curve! They have shown great commitment training both on a Thursday night and Sunday morning every week. This has built a well gelled team who are set to develop over the coming years. Keep your eyes peeled for the England players of the future!
We are always welcoming new players for any age group and are on the look out for new coaches to take on our contact groups as the club grows. Could you help us develop the OPM’s of the future?
Off the pitch we have secured a fabulous partnership with Jump! They have supplied us with fantastic financial backing for new club kit, an amazing exclusive Christmas Party and our minis members receive an exclusive annual pass that entitles them to free entry! We are very honoured to be the only club in Plymouth to have this link and benefit from their great rewards. We are looking forward to what the future years have in store for our partnership.
Bring on the next season and more growth for our fantastic minis!
Sarah Skinsley
OPM Minis Chairwoman