2023 Age Grade Law Variations Introduced Across Canada
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Rugby Canada and the Age Grade Law Variations Committee are pleased to announce the new Age Grade Law Variation Document for 2023.
Rugby Canada and the Age Grade Law Variations Committee are pleased to announce the new Age Grade Law Variation Document for 2023. The primary function of the law variations is to implement a consistent national set of age-appropriate modifications for the game of rugby with a focus on enjoyment, player development, accessibility and player welfare.
“These law variations provide a consistent set of game variations across the country to ensure youth from coast to coast have a quality experience on the field in our game,” said Ryan Jones, Rugby Development Manager for Rugby Canada. “The variations are designed to provide age and stage appropriate competitions for youth further increasing the accessibility of our sport, supporting player development while ensuring player welfare is at the forefront of our game.”
In 2018 Rugby Canada, with the support of the Provincial Unions and the Age Grade Law Variations Committee, rolled out the new Age Grade Law Variations for U7-U19 rugby. Each year the Variations were reviewed by the Age Grade Law Variation Working group based on input from the rugby community and amendments were made as necessary.
Please find the 2023 Age Grade Law Variation Document below:
2023 Age Grade Law Variations Documents
The 2023 Age Grade Law Variations are the standard variations to be used in all age-grade community rugby played across Canada.
As we move forward with the 2023 Variations, we will continue to gather evidence through consultation and analyzing game footage to determine potential amendments for the 2024 Law Variations.
If you require any further information, please reach out to your local competition organizer.