USA YHS · 6 Degrees Sport · USA Rugby
High School Pathway Program
USA Rugby High Performance and USA Youth & High School Rugby, launch an expansion to the pathway program for American high school-aged players. This groundbreaking initiative aims to revolutionize player development in American rugby, leveraging cutting-edge technology and world-class coaching methodologies.
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A Vision for Excellence
Empowering Young Athletes, Elevating American Rugby
The High School Pathway is designed to identify, select, and progressively develop a large pool of aspiring U15-U18 players nationwide, including coordinated player identification programs, regional and national development assemblies – and a novel ‘Virtual Academy.’
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USA Youth & High School
U18 National Team
USA Rugby Junior National Teams
USA Rugby National Team
Program Components
Building a Comprehensive Pathway
Virtual Academy
Web-based 'train-in-place' curriculum tailored to enhance players' physical preparation, game understanding and essential skills, towards higher national standards
Player Assemblies
Training camps that identify talent and provide an avenue for players to get onto the HP Pathway
Rugby Mentors
Coaching mentorship and development from highly experienced international test level coaches.
Player Engagement
Constant player support and feedback from HP coaches to elevate skill development and provide support in players development
HS Coach Engagement
Elevating coaching standards nationwide utilizing the 6 Degrees platform and structured in person continued education courses throughout the year
Your contribution
Invest in the future of American Rugby
Let’s build the foundation to engage one million youth in rugby by the USA Rugby World Cups in 2031 and 2033.
Develop World-Class Athletes
Create a Clear Path to Success
Elevate Coaching Standards
Boost National Competitiveness
Increasing accessibility
Inspire the Next Generation
Funding opportunities
Your Donation, Their Future
We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
All proceeds are directly used in the High-Performance program
All proceeds are directly used in the High-Performance program
Virtual Academy
Technology
Consulting
IP Licensing
Administration
Programming
Regional Assemblies
Talent ID Camps
Position Mini-Camps
Mentors
Scholarship
Attend National Camps
USA U18 Fixtures
General support
Assisting the launch and continued operation of the program
Leading the Way
USA Rugby
USA Rugby (USAR) is the World Rugby sanctioned National Governing Body for all rugby in the USA. USAR is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organized in Delaware.
USAR High Performance High School Performance Pathway (HPHS) is the USAR High Performance Pathway dedicated to male and female athletes of High School age.
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6 Degrees Sport
6 Degree Co-Founders (Mick Byrne, Rod Kafer and Nick Leah) have been at the heart of Rugby Innovation, culture & success for well over 30 years. The Platform’s bricks and mortar is derived from this experience across all 6 Pillars of Individual & Team Development. Specifically, it’s designed to place this knowledge and education in the hands of all participants, to ensure that motivation for participation is maximized and no player must endure a poor coaching session again!
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Sponsor The Program
In collaboration with USA Rugby, we are introducing a membership tier for schools. This initiative streamlines rugby's integration into athletics, aligns with traditional rugby clubs, and simplifies insurance concerns.
Sponsor Benefits
'USAR High Performance High School Pathway Partner' designation
Recognition in content marketing and social campaigns
Branded presence in HPHS Six Degrees Skills Development Platform content
Opportunities for further philanthropic/commercial participation
Sponsors
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US Rugby Foundation
The US Rugby Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization, which has for six decades supported the growth and development of youth rugby in the United States. The Foundation accomplishes this by funding and promoting grassroots programs, college scholarships, coach & referee development, and health & safety.
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