THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS

 

New Under 6s competiton already a hit.

The registrations are still coming into the office, but already it is clear that the QRL’s new competition for Under 6s has captured the interest of young rugby league fans across Brisbane.

Last year, the QRL approved a proposal from the Education and Development Advisory Committee to introduce rugby league for five to six year olds — and in it’s first year, there has been a influx of young players itching to get out on the field and be part of a team.

As it is played for fun, there will be no points recorded and the main focus is on having a good time, learning the rules of the game and improving fitness and co-ordination levels.

Players turning six (6) in the playing year can continue to play Under 6s, but would be permitted, if both the club and the player’s parents wish, to join the Under 7 team for the remainder of the season.

If you missed sign-on day, you can still join a team, just visit www.playrugbyleague.com.au to find the location of your nearest club. Or you can telephone the Greater Brisbane Junior Rugby League office on (07) 3367 6070.

Before signing on, it is important to know the rules and requirements of the newly-formed Under 6 Mini League competition.

Rules and requirements:

• Players must have attained the age of five (5) before they can play
• Playing season is 10 weeks of fun football, plus an end-of-season carnival
• Players will train once a week and for no more than 45 minutes
• Players must wear joggers (no boots or barefeet)
• Coaches from both teams will referee the games
• Playing time for the games is 3 x 10 minutes and intervals will be three (3) minutes

For more information regarding the competition, please refer to the GBJRL rules and by-laws 2009, or telephone the Greater Brisbane Junior Rugby League Office on (07) 3367 6070.

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