Due to the impact COVID-19 has had on sport we have taken the decision to run an under 17 instead of under 16 programme and to have a reduced calendar for the 2021 season. This will comprise a series of fixture/training days rather than a full league. This will allow Scotland Rugby League to take stock of our position and rebuild opportunities going forward. More importantly this will provide an opportunity for Scottish Based players to gain playing time through summer 2021.

Our development days are open to all players interested in playing rugby league whether you are an experienced player or have never touched a rugby ball before.

Development days will mainly comprise of competitive games. If you attend as a squad, we will do our best to keep you together with individual players forming a barbarian’s style team for each event. Our national team coaches will be on hand to support the events and offer additional coaching for new players.

If you have attended Scotland Rugby League development programmes or national camps previously, we would strongly encourage you to attend where safe to do so. With limited club activity this year these events form the first part of the player pathway from club to national team.

* Banding for under 17 is anyone aged 14/15/16 on 1st September 2021 *

Under 17 development dates – times TBC

Saturday 19th June – Strathmore RFC

Sunday 18th July – Glasgow (Venue TBC)

Saturday 14th August – Kirkcaldy RFC

If you require more information, please contact our National Development Manager on: James.Sloggie@ScotlandRL.com or 07796 954 473