Girls’ Pathway & Representative Rugby
U16 to U18
The girls’ pathway aligns with the RFU’s initiatives to grow and develop women’s rugby, providing structured programs for players aged 16-18.
U16 PDG (Player Development Group)
The Girls’ PDG is for players in the Under 16 age group and is an RFU programme delivered in partnership with Hampshire RFU. The programme follows a national curriculum and is delivered by qualified volunteer coaches. It also provides playing opportunities that support the areas focused on in the curriculum.
For the programme a higher emphasis is placed on developing the athletic skills that support a player to perform and the core rugby skills needed to play. The programme forms a pathway into the Under 18 PDG, find out more here.
Useful information for parents and coaches:
– The PDG Curriculum overview
– Click here for a detailed guide to the PDG U16 curriculum
– Click here for PDG Assessment criteria and process
Stefan Hargrave
U16 Girls PDG Lead Coach
U16GirlsPDG@hampshirerfu.com
A massive thank you to Bridge Beauty and Sports Physio for sponsoring the kit for the PDG programme!
U18 Girls County Team
This playing opportunity provides coaching, competitive games and the chance to represent Hampshire. This is for players outside of the RFU PDG pathway.
Alison Denmead
Under 18 Team Manager
U18Girls@hampshirerfu.com
Nominations for the 2025 programme are now closed.
Fixtures
Fixture information is available on our Events Page.
