Promoting traditional Rugby values
Rugby promises to provide every pupil at RGS with the opportunity to maximise their potential in a dynamic and fun learning environment. We are committed to coaching four technical skills that make up our ‘RGS Identity’. Our focus on the technical aspects of catch and pass, ball presentation, low tackles, and awareness builds to our aim of playing an attractive and enjoyable brand of rugby.
RGS Worcester is proud to be able to provide multiple team fixtures across all age groups. With training and home fixtures played at our historical Flagge Meadow playing fields, we believe in promoting traditional rugby values as well as our own Charter for Sport values, to be ‘Resilient, Gracious, Selfless and Willing’.
mr robert lewis, head of rugby, is a welsh rugby union player with far-ranging experience.
Specialist Coaches
Head of Rugby, Mr Chris Pennell, is a former Worcester Warriors captain and England international who brings extensive professional playing experience, leadership and a commitment to developing young players. During his career, he represented England against New Zealand in 2014 and later played for Dallas Jackals in Major League Rugby in the United States. His experience at the highest levels of the game informs his leadership of the RGS Rugby Programme, supporting pupils of all abilities to develop their skills, confidence and enjoyment of Rugby.
The RGS Rugby Programme is delivered by a team of specialist coaches with professional playing and coaching experience. Pupils across every age group benefit from their expertise, with opportunities to develop at all levels, from those discovering the game to those pursuing performance pathways.
Professional Rugby Coach, Mr Joe Randall, works alongside Mr Pennell and the specialist coaching team to deliver the Rugby Programme.
Rugby Development Coach, Mr Aleki Lutui, represented Tonga at three Rugby World Cups and currently coaches the national team’s set-piece. His international playing and coaching experience, alongside his technical knowledge, brings valuable expertise to the RGS Rugby Programme and supports pupils’ development.
Girls’ Team and Rugby Sevens
RGS offer Senior Girls’ Rugby, which is proving very popular, so popular that we have entered teams into the National Rosslyn Park Sevens Tournament, where the Girls made the National Plate Quarter Finals in 2022 and in 2023 qualified for the second day at the prestigious tournament.
Rugby Sevens has become a real focus for RGS as the fixture list has grown throughout the year. The skills required for the game sit well with our RGS values and principles and also help ensure that fitness levels remain high in preparation for pre-season training.
senior girls’ rugby teams entered into the national rosslyn park sevens tournament.
RGS Worcester Announced as Official Education Partner of Worcester Warriors
We are delighted to share the exciting news that RGS Worcester has been named the Official Education Partner of Worcester Warriors for the 2025/26 season.
This new partnership marks the beginning of an exciting collaboration between the two organisations united by a shared commitment to excellence in sport, education and community engagement across Worcestershire. As part of the partnership, the RGS Worcester name will appear on the Worcester Warriors playing shirts, a very proud moment for our School and wider community.
Rugby Philosophies
There are two philosophies that drive Rugby Provision at the School: ‘Mini-to-Modus’ and ‘Modus-to-Mini.
Mini-to-Modus
RGSW has a distinct player pathway from our Prep Schools through to the Senior School rugby. At each stage, every player is developed through skill and game-based delivery, with the ultimate goal of giving pupils an opportunity to play in our Modus Cup. This is a unique opportunity to play at Sixways Stadium, where supporters attend in their thousands to cheer on the team in what is a special experience for all those involved.
Modus-to-Mini
A pathway is also encouraged from the Senior School down through to our Prep Schools, where our 1st XV Rugby students are expected to be role models for the younger years, offering superb support and guidance on and off the field of play.
With close links to the professional game in the English Premiership and Guinness Pro 14, there are opportunities for aspiring young rugby players to forge their way into Elite Academies. RGS Worcester has a rich history of producing Academy Players for the Worcester Warriors, and alumni include Jonny Arr, who is the highest-capped Worcester Warriors player to date, and most recently, Loïc Keasey, who has represented England Under 18 in South Africa. These players are supported tremendously by our Athlete Development Programme, which offers strength and conditioning, individualisation and specialisation, as well as mentoring by one of our elite Coaching Staff.
Rugby Tour Brochure – 2022
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