EMMJRA
Mini, Junior and Colts Season 2025/26
We promote and enhance Mini and Junior Rugby Football within the East Midlands, and encourage the observance of the traditions of the game.
We promote player centred inclusion endeavouring to enable every young player, boy or girl, in the East Midlands to reach their maximum potential.
If you are considering taking up rugby then we and our member clubs are here to help.
First you will need to find a club local to where you live. In many parts of the East Midlands we have several towns with more than one club, so it is always best to contact the clubs, speak to their coaches and even attend a couple of training sessions before making your choice. All the clubs will be more than happy to help with your first steps into rugby.
Tracey Cowley-Coulton 13/3/26
Age Grade Playing Calendar (AGPC) for the 2025/26 season can be found below to aid planning.
East Midlands Junior Competition Dates for Boys and Girls in line with the RFU AGPC
East Midlands Junior Competition Rules
To find a club in the East Midlands see our club directory by clicking HERE!
2025/26 Committee
If you have any further queries please contact any of the volunteer EMMJRA Officers on emmjra@emru.co.uk
Tracey Cowley-Coulton – Chair
TBC – Secretary
Mark Byers – Boys Competitions Secretary
Tracey Cowley-Coulton – Girls Competition Secretary
Lee Beaumont – EMMJRA Committee Member
Matt Lindley – EMMJRA Committee Member
Carl Boast – Girls Competition Assistant
2025/26 Meeting Dates
October 2025 – Closed Meeting
Wednesday 10th December 2025 – Open Meeting at Northampton Casuals
11th March 2026 – Closed Meeting
10th June 2026 – AGM at Northampton Casuals
2025/26 Finals
22/3/2026 – U16 Girls – ON’s v Buckingham @ Casuals RUFC – ONs won
27/3/2026 – U18 Boys Plate Final – Towcester v Kettering @ S & L Rugby Club RUFC ~ Towcester won
29/3/2026 – U15 Boys Plate Final – Old Scouts v Luton @ Old Scouts RUFC ~ Old Scouts won
17/4/2026 – U18 Colts Boys Cup – ON’s v Olney @ Wellingborough RUFC – Olney won
19/4/2026 – U16 Boys Plate – Rushden & Higham v Oundle @ Kettering RUFC – Oundle won
– U16 Boys Cup – Ampthill v Olney @ Kettering RUFC – Olney won
– Samantha Jones U18 Girls Cup – 2pm – ON’s v Invitational EM U18 @ Northampton Casuals – Old Northamptians won
19/4/2027 – U15 Boys Cup – Ampthill v Olney @ Bedford RUFC (originally at Olney) – Olney won
19/4/2026 – U14 Boys Plate – Peterborough v BJB @ Wellingborough RUFC – Bedford won
– U14 Boys Cup – Huntingdon v Bugbrooke – Huntingdon won
26/4/2026 – U14 Girls Waterfall Day @ Ampthill RUFC
Saints Academy Opportunity for U15 U16 Boys
Dear Coaches,
I hope you’re well.
You are receiving this email as a valued schoolteacher or community club coach within the Northampton Saints region. We are now welcoming nominations for the 2026–2027 Foundation Phase, which is the primary entry point into the Northampton Saints Academy Pathway for U15 and U16 players (school years 10 and 11).
We would greatly appreciate your support in identifying players who demonstrate outstanding potential. When nominating, please ensure that players meet at least one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Attend a school within the Northampton Saints catchment area
- Are registered with a rugby club within the catchment area
- Have a home address within the catchment area
Our catchment area includes Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Huntingdonshire, Peterborough & Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire (including Rugby in Warwickshire), and Suffolk & North-East Essex.
Please ensure all nominated players meet these criteria, as those who do not will unfortunately be unable to take part in the programme.
In selecting players, we encourage you to consult with fellow coaches and nominate individuals who stand out among their peers. We are looking for players who show strong rugby ability, physical potential, and excellent character. This includes not only current rugby performance but also athleticism and transferable skills from other sports.
Each age group has a nomination allowance:
- U15: up to three players, plus one “physical potential” nomination
- U16: up to two players (excluding returning players), plus one “physical potential” nomination
If you feel you have more players who should be considered, please feel free to get in touch to discuss further.
Talent ID session dates:
- U16: Weeks commencing 7th and 14th September 2026
- U15: Weeks commencing 21st and 28th September 2026
Sessions will take place across our Foundation Phase centres in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire, and Essex. Players will be invited to attend one or two sessions.
To submit your nominations, please complete the form via the link below:
Northampton Saints Foundation Phase Nomination Form 2026/27 – Fill out form
Please note that you will receive confirmation of submission on the forms immediately after you submit your nominations. We will contact players directly over the summer months with further information and will be in contact with you in due course.
Deadline for nominations is Friday 3rd July 2026 at 5pm, after this date the form will be closed, and you will be unable to submit any further nominations.
If you would like to discuss any players or have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Please note, if you are not the appropriate person to manage your school or club nominations, can you pass on to next seasons U15/U16 coaches within your organisation.
Thank you for your continued support in developing young rugby players across the region.
Best wishes
Becki
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