LooseHeadz Future Stars Festival

LooseHeadz Future Stars Festival

🎉 Welcome to the FIRST EVER LooseHeadz Future Stars Festival! 🌟🏉

Get ready for an unforgettable day of rugby, fun, and fierce competition as we bring together some of the brightest young talent from across the country! This one-day youth rugby extravaganza will feature:

• 🏉 U11 Mixed (£110 per team)
• 🏉 U12 Boys (£120 per team)
• 🏉 U12 Girls (£120 per team)

This isn’t just any tournament—it’s a celebration of grassroots rugby! We’re welcoming Under 11 and Under 12 teams from far and wide for a day packed with passion, teamwork, and community spirit 💪. Whether you’re a player, coach, parent, or just a fan, this festival is your ticket to witness the future stars of rugby in action.

📍 Set in the heart of Hemel Hempstead, the stunning Camelot RUFC will host the event, offering top-notch facilities and a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. Get ready for a day where fun meets fierce competition—where the values of rugby shine: teamwork, respect, enjoyment, discipline, and sportsmanship 🏆.

🔥 FESTIVAL FORMAT:

• 36 Teams in U11 Mixed
• 36 Teams in U12 Boys
• 12 Teams in U12 Girls
• Each team plays in groups of 6
• Final match-ups based on group placement (1st vs 1st, 2nd vs 2nd, etc.)
• Group games = 12 minutes ⏱️ | Finals = 10 minutes
• All matches follow RFU Regulation 15 ⚖️

🌟 All matches will use the LooseHeadz Fair Play Scoring System, championing all the things we love most about rugby: integrity, effort, and sportsmanship 🙌.

🧢 Squad Details & Medals:

• U11s: Max 13 squad / 9 on field
• U12s: Max 16 squad / 12 on field

💥 Everyone who plays gets a medal! - Teams that win get the trophies!

🕒 Key Timings:

• Coach Briefing: 9.30am @ Tournament Control / PA Tent
• First Game Kick-Off: 10.00am sharp! (U12 Girls Kock-Off @ 15:00)
• 4-minute breaks between games to keep things on track ⏳
• Site access for tents/gazebos: 07.30 – 08.00am only
• Please set up away from marked pitches & keep 2m back from play zones for safety 🚫🧍🧍

🏥 Safety & First Aid:

• On-site first aid will be available
• Teams must bring their own basic first aid supplies (ice packs, tape, plasters, etc.)
• Safety first, always! ❤️‍🩹

📸 Capture the Moments:

The amazing team from DE Photo will be on-site snapping the action. Photos will be available to view and buy on the day—so bring your best game face! 📷🔥

🍔 Food & Drink:

• Refreshments available all day from the Clubhouse + a variety of awesome vendors 🍟☕🍕
• Artisan coffee stands for that much-needed caffeine hit ☕
• The bar will be open at an appropriate time for adult beverages 🍻
• And yes… an ice cream van! 🍦(Let’s all manifest sunny weather! ☀️)

📧 Questions? Reach out to us at minirugby@camelotrfc.co.uk

📍 Parking plans will be shared directly with your Fixture Secretary.

🎈 Come for the rugby, stay for the vibes. Let’s make history together at the very first LooseHeadz Future Stars Festival! See you on the pitch! 👊🏽🔥

💙 Every penny counts: All entry fees, sponsorships, and funds raised on the day go directly to the LooseHeadz charity, supporting mental health in rugby. 🧠🏉💪