Rugby
Rugby
Respect One’s Self and Others
As with all ŌTC Sports teams, the commitment is to yourself, your team mates and your coaches. Live and display the school values.
Attend all training sessions, fixtures and Strength & Conditioning sessions.
If you know you can not make a sessions, communicate this to the TiC and/or coach.
Selection Process
Registration to play rugby for ŌTC will take place towards the end of Term 1.
The Sport Registration 2026 link is active, please click to register.
All students are welcome to attend the Skill Development Sessions in Term 1.
Training Times
Skill Development Training
Rugby training kicks off on Tuesday 10th February on the school field from 3:30pm – 5:00pm. Training will be every Tuesday and Thursday. Whether you’re aiming for 1st XV, U16, U14, or Girls Rugby, this is your chance to get involved
During Term 2 & 3 all teams will train twice a week. These days will depend on the coaches and game days.
Event Dates / Game Days
TBC
Season Dates
Term 2&3
Barbarians Rugby is a combined rugby programme between Ōtūmoetai, ACG and Bethlehem Colleges which aims to provide fantastic rugby experiences for players. The programme is well supported by a Rugby Advisory Group, excellent sponsorship, modern gear, exceptional facilities and strong community and whanau support. It prides itself as being well resourced and a values-based rugby programme that aspires to produce excellent on-field results. Our rugby programme has linked with the Good Neighbour Charity and with the aim of serving and volunteering for the betterment of our community.
For the most up to date information on Rugby and the Academy, please follow us on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/oatsrugby
This year we will be fielding the following teams:
1st XV – Boys
U16 – Boys
U14 – Boys
Senior Girls
Junior Girls
Event Venues and Transport
TBC
Uniforms
Supplied by the school
FEES 2026
There is a one off fee to play rugby. This will be confirmed soon.
MANAGING STAFF
Ian Ridgway
Teacher in Charge (Boys)
Ph : 07-576 2316
Email : iridgway@otc.school.nz
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Claire Galloway
Teacher in Charge (Girls)
Ph : 07-576 2316
Email : cgalloway@otc.school.nz