Junior Registrations
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Rugby season is just around the corner, and we can’t wait! Registrations for the 2024 rugby season are now open for players, coaches, referees and managers.
The first step is to register online. Returning players should receive a personalised registration link via email. New players can use the link below. Most players will also need to attend one of the three in-person registration sessions. Coaches, referees and managers will need to complete an online registration form and attend pre-season sessions.
Northcote Rugby Club has been the place to play rugby in the Kaipatiki region since 1929. The Junior Club provides both tackle rugby and Rippa for boys and girls ages five and up. For more details about the different sports your child can play at Northcote, check out our Sports page.
2023 players should have received an email with a registration link. If you have more than one player at the Club, you will receive one email per player, and the registration link in each email will be specific to that player. If you didn’t receive an email, please email us at northcotejuniorrugby@gmail.com and provide us with your preferred email address.
When registering, please be sure to select the correct grade that your child will be playing in for the 2023 season. You can find more information about the grades through the grade chart.
If this is the first year you’re playing rugby at Northcote, or you’re returning after not playing in the 2023 season, you’ll need to fill in our registration form. New players need to provide proof of birth date (passport or birth certificate) when they come to one of the registration sessions.
All coaches, referees and managers must be registered. You’ll also need to attend some courses before the season starts.
Coach and Referee registration (Not ready yet)
Manager registration (Not ready yet)
This year, we’re asking all players to attend a session.
You will be able to:
Saturday, 24 February
Muster Day – 10 am to 2 pm
Thursday, 29 February
6 pm – 7:30
Friday, 1st March
6 pm to 8 pm
These will all be held in the downstairs Hanga Bar.
For one child the fee is $120. For two children it's $220. For three children it's $320.
ACCOUNT NAME: Northcote Birkenhead Rugby Union Sports Club (NBRUSC)
ACCOUNT NUMBER: 06-0583-0125779-01
Please enter as the REFERENCE the player's surname followed by their first initials e.g. CarterD
We will have an EFTPOS machine available on each registration day and will accept cash as well.
Please note that we do not place players into a team until their fees have been paid and, where required, they have been officially weighed by a committee member. If paying the fees will be a struggle, please contact one of the committee members by email or at one of the registration sessions. We can then make a plan to ensure you child does not miss out.
What does indicative weight mean on the registration form? Please enter what you think your child weighs. As part of the registration process, most players must attend one of our registration sessions to be officially weighed, so they are assigned to the correct grade for their age and weight. You can check out details of team eligibility here.
When will my child be allocated to a team? The Junior Committee tries to accommodate all team allocation requests. Please note that we cannot guarantee your request will be met as teams must be formed based on fair player allocation, team numbers and ensuring team balance. Players will not be placed into a team until their fees have been paid, or a payment plan has been put in place.
When do fees need to be paid? Fees need to be paid ASAP to complete the registration process. Fees must be paid before a player can be placed into a team. If paying the fees will be a financial struggle, please contact one of the committee members by email or at one of the registration sessions. We can make a plan to ensure your child does not miss out.
What else do I need to pay for? Each player will need Northcote playing shorts and socks, a mouthguard and rugby boots. Shorts, socks and mouthguards are available from our Gear Shop, at our registration sessions and online. Shorts are $35, and socks are $15, and mouthguards are $8. (NB: These are the same shorts and socks from the 2022 season). Playing jerseys are provided to each team for the season and returned at the end of the season – these remain the property of the Northcote Rugby Club.
Do you sell rugby boots? We have a Junior Club boot donation and exchange scheme – it’s our commitment to support every child with the opportunity to play our great game. If you donate a pair of quality used boots, you may be lucky enough to find an exchange pair of the right size in our previously donated collection. If you’re not in a position to bring a pair to swap, come in and see us and hopefully, we’ll have a pair to suit what you need.
What is a weigh-in? North Harbour Rugby Union has a weight-for-age restriction for rippa rugby (J8 & J7) and tackle rugby (J6 – J1). Your child will be allocated to a specific grade based on age and weight. This is to ensure safety on the field for all players. Pre-season, players must be weighed to ensure we correctly allocate teams. Before the first game of the season, all players from a grade will play at the same fields, and a North Harbour Rugby Union member will be on site to confirm all weights for the team.
My child plays rip rugby. Do they need to be weighed? Weigh-ins are only for rippa (J8 & J7) and tackle (J6 – J1) teams. Rip rugby (boys and girls) is based on age, not weight, so they are not required to weigh in.
When will the 2024 season start? The first game for rippa (J8 & J7) and tackle (J6 - J1) teams is Saturday, 4 May. Boys and girls' rip teams start on Saturday, 11 May. The last game of the season is Saturday, 31 August.
What day is game day? Most rugby games are played on Saturday mornings. There might be some games where the coach arranges with the team and opposition to play under lights on a Friday. If your team is playing in a tournament, this is likely to be on a Sunday.
How long will training be and what days? This is determined by your team’s coach based on their availability. Length of training and frequency also vary depending on your grade.
When will we know, and how do we find out what team we are in? Once the registration process is complete, you will be contacted directly by the coach of the team your player has been allocated to.
Where can I buy Northcote supporter's gear? All our gear and merchandise will be available to purchase at all registration sessions. The Gear Shop is open regularly throughout the season, including at both mid-season prizegivings. You can also order at our online shop.
