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Under 16’s & 17’s Boys

The under 16’s is for boys typically in Year 11 at school.

At this stage the team are involved in structured and regular training so as to optimise achievement and enjoyment when participating in periodic games with either local or Somerset based like minded clubs.

The leadership team identified below have been integral in the boys progress often over many seasons, so have detail understanding of individuals strengths and challenges whilst fostering respect, leadership and team building vital for success.

U16 team leadership to be advised post AGM in Aug 2022.


The under 17’s is for boys post Year 11 at school, and typically at college or apprenticeship type training.

Many boys will have been with BARFC for several or many seasons, so the rugby is rapidly progressing in both skills and teamwork as expected from these lads/young men at the current maximum male youth age group at BARFC.

Name Role Contact
Chrissy Claphan Team Manager chrissyclaphambarfc@btinternet.com
Jason Moulding Coach
Ray Dickinson Coach
Carl Stuckes Coach
Lee Mears First Aider
Craig Mears First Aider

Training and games typically takes place on a Sunday morning, but please contact the manager above for details regarding this season.

RFU rules specific to u15, u16 & u17 boys can be found here

All current RFU regulations can be found here