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Central North Rugby Union is a sports club located in Tamworth, Australia. They offer rugby opportunities for senior, women, and junior grades, providing a fun and competitive environment for players at all levels. The club is spread across various centres in Central Northern NSW, stretching from the Upper Hunter to the Queensland border.
Central North Rugby Union is recognised for its commitment to player safety and organisation. They prioritise the well-being of their members and ensure that all games and events are well planned and executed. Whether you're looking to play for fun or aspire to compete in the NSW Country Championships, Central North Rugby Union is the place to be.
Additionally, the club offers coaching education and accreditation courses for current and aspiring coaches. Paddy Bowen, the coach education coordinator, is available to assist those interested in furthering their coaching skills and qualifications. Interested individuals can register their interest on the club's website.
The Central North Office Bearers for 2023 include President Paul King, Senior Vice President Ben Mcrae, Junior Vice President Tony Byrnes, Competition Manager Allison Faulkner, and Secretary/Treasurer David Rodgers. They work tirelessly to ensure the smooth running of the club and provide support to all members.
Central North Rugby Union utilises the Rugby Xplorer platform for player registration, login, and administration. They provide guides and resources on their website to help players and administrators navigate the platform efficiently. SmartRugby, a programme focused on player safety and qualifications, can also be accessed through the Rugby Xplorer platform.
The club encourages members to share match photos, and they provide regular updates on match results and ladder standings for 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, and W10s competitions. They also have a Facebook group where players and supporters can stay connected and engaged.
Central North Rugby Union prides itself on fostering the development and enjoyment of rugby among junior players. The Central North Junior Rugby Union (CNJRU) covers an extensive area of approximately 50,000 square kilometres and has around 1000 young players competing for their clubs and schools. The CNJRU competition spans ten clubs located in Moree, Inverell, Narrabri, Barraba, Tamworth, Walcha, Quirindi, Scone, Gunnedah, and Coonabarabran.
Major sponsorship for the club is provided by the Australian Track and Rail Corporation (ARTC), and they are grateful for the support of other sponsors as well.
Central North Rugby Union is a thriving and inclusive sports club in Tamworth, offering opportunities for players of all ages and skill levels to participate in the exciting sport of rugby.