OLDHAM RLFC and Leeds Rhinos Foundation are delighted to announce that registration for the Boys Development Programme has now opened to those going into Year 10 and Year 11 this September.
Starting on Saturday September 30, following the launch night, players enrolled on the programme will participate in six weekly training sessions at Hollinwood Rugby Club (Melrose Playing Fields) where they will receive outstanding rugby league coaching within a professional club environment.
This will lead up to a festival where players can showcase the skills they have developed in a series of competitive games against their Leeds counterparts.
Session dates are as follows:
Saturday September 30
Saturday October 7
Saturday October 14
Saturday October 21
Saturday October 28
October Half Term – Games vs Leeds Rhinos Talent Pathway
This pathway provides a strong link into the professional set-up and can be used to complement training with a community club and is a great opportunity for any aspiring players across the town to further their development, explore new techniques and display their abilities in a highly competitive setting.
“We are honoured to be working with Leeds Rhinos Foundation to provide an opportunity for aspiring coaches and players in our area,”
said Mike Ford, Managing Director.
“Working with a well-established brand and team will allow us to expand the talent pool here in Oldham and, ultimately, the future generation of the game.”
Joe Sanderson, Leeds Rhinos Foundation Development Officer, said:
“Working with Oldham RLFC to run the Oldham Lions Development Programme is something that I am very grateful to be involved in.
“In running our Rhinos Talent Pathway Programme here in Leeds, we are benefitting both the community game and the future of the professional game.
“The aim of this partnership is to do the same in Oldham and we are honoured to be able to offer this opportunity further afield and thank everyone involved for allowing us to do so.”
For more information about the Oldham Lions Development Programme and opportunities available, email joe.sanderson@leedsrhinosfoundation.org
To register your place, complete the online registration form.
Player applications close Friday September 15.
