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Under 14 Age Group

Format: Progressive, adaptable, aligned to RFU Age Grade Laws


U14 key law summary

  • Scrum: Contested 8-player, max 1.5 m push, no wheel >45°. No.8 can pick and run from base.
  • Lineout: Introduction. Full numbers allowed, uncontested
  • Kicking: Tactical kicking allowed; direct to touch from own 22 only if not carried back
  • Tackle height: Below sternum
  • Ruck: Full contest with safe entry and binding
  • Maul: Allowed from lineout/open play, must move forward
  • Match duration: 25 minutes per half
  • Sin Bins: 5 minute sin bins introduced

RFU Reg 15 Appendix 8 - U14s Rules of Play


Warmup

U14 Warmup