Rothesay Rookie Rugby
Rothesay Rookie Rugby was created in the summer of 2016, and the flag version of the game was introduced in Rothesay by coaches Jamie Gray & Emily O'Regan. With the help of long-time rugger, Gary Caines, the coaches developed their program based off of Rugby Canada's Rookie Rugby program. The coaches brought in local high school students from Rothesay Netherwood to help with training and drills, and have slowly expanded their player base each year. Each year RNS high school rugby players help with the program.
In 2018 a Board of Governors was created to help bring more support Rothesay Rookie Rugby. In 2022, the program was handed over to Chelsea Ferris. Chelsea has been heavily involved in Rugby throughout her life - from playing to coaching to starting the Saint John Irish rookie Rugby program. |