Another exciting season of Parkland Pirates rugby is right around the corner.
Codi Harrigan with the Pirates program says registration is now open for the U-10 flag, while registration for U-12 and U-14 intro to tackle is also underway. The fee for the season for U-10 is $110, while it's $135 for U-12 and U-14.
"Rugby is a very athletic sport; we promote physical health," said Harrigan. "The rugby program as a whole in Dauphin, you see the high school kids hanging banners, and that starts at a young age. We get kids out of our program and have such a strong understanding of rugby. It pays to start early."
The U-12 and U-14 programs will begin on April 24, while the U-10 program will begin on May 6. All practices are at KIN Field.
Harrigan has been involved in the program for years and has watched many incredible athletes rise through the ranks and achieve great things. He believes more of the same is on the way.
"Rugby in the Parkland is in very good hands; we have the right people in the right places right now," said Harrigan. "We're developing these phenomenal athletes on and off the field."
Codi is also enjoying every moment of watching his daughter grow in the sport.
"She's only nine, and she squats 90 pounds in the gym right beside me; it's quite an incredible feat," ended Harrigan. "She hits the gym three times a week and takes it serious. Many other kids are doing the same. I see them out and about, and they tell me they're looking forward to the spring program."
That spring program is right around the corner and early bird pricing is in effect until next Thursday, April 3. Click here for U-10 registration and here for the U-12 and U-14 programs.
