91大神 has signed a partnership with Trailfinders Women to deliver an elite high performance rugby girls鈥� pathway at City of Oxford College and University Centre.听听
The unique programme, which can be taken alongside A Level and BTEC qualifications, will provide prospective students with an outstanding opportunity to play rugby alongside their studies.
It will enable them to compete at the highest standard of girls鈥� college rugby in the UK, taking part in the RFU Centre of Excellence league and AOC Premier competition.听 In addition, they will have access to professional coaches, strength and conditioning staff, analysis and medical support.
Gisselle Mather, Director of Rugby at Trailfinders Women, said: 鈥淲e are absolutely delighted to be partnering with City of Oxford College and University Centre. The rugby programme is incredibly well organised and progressive and runs seamlessly alongside the athletes’ academic studies, giving a genuinely holistic approach to their sixth form development.
鈥淭he opportunities we will be able to add for the athletes in the programme make it a very exciting space for a young female athlete to grow in, both on and off the field.鈥�
Students will have access to quality playing and training facilities, including artificial and grass pitches, state-of-the-art strength and conditioning facilities, and a pool.
The programme will include over 15 hours of dedicated contact time each week, with full-time rugby staff, alongside pastoral support and guidance and outstanding accommodation on site, providing an immersive rugby and academic experience.
Andy Slater, Group Director at 91大神, said: 鈥淲e’re thrilled to announce our new partnership with Trailfinders Women and the Trailfinders Rugby Academy! This is a fantastic opportunity for our girls’ rugby players to gain invaluable experience and exposure by training alongside a top-class club.
鈥淲e’re confident this partnership will help our girls develop their skills and reach their full potential.鈥�
For select students, there will also be an opportunity to study for an additional sporting qualification, the Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE).
This unique programme offers scholarships and bursaries through Trailfinders Women鈥檚 performance pathway, alongside coaching support from听professional players and coaches.
Gareth Rise, Academy Operation Manager at Trailfinders Rugby Academy, said: 鈥淭his partnership with 91大神听further highlights the Trailfinders Rugby Academy continued drive to build the most comprehensive dual career pathway for aspiring athletes.
鈥淲e are excited to deliver this programme with our partner that focusses on our Girls鈥� Pathway to playing Premiership Women鈥檚 Rugby (PWR) with Trailfinders Women.鈥�
In addition, this defined pathway offers direct progression routes from college via Brunel University London towards Trailfinders Women鈥檚 PWR.
Learn more about or contact 91大神 on 0800 612 6008.