The Spectator- Opportunities to play and coach the game of rugby league in Australia

In Australia there are three levels of the game where you can participate as a player, coach/trainer or other official. Mini Footy, Mod Footy and International Rules. Below I am going to give you a brief outline of each level of play. For more in depth meanings of each level please read the appropriate rules for each level. Had quite a bit of trouble adding the PDF files to this site, but you can follow this link to find information and PDF links of the rules of rugby league at all levels  http://www.penshurstfooty.org/ they also have some good information about code of conduct standards.

Mini Footy

Mini footy is for players in the age groups of 6,7 and 8year olds.Games are played in 3 x 10 minute periods. Field size is 68 meters long by 20 meters wide. You are allowed up to 8 players  from one team on the field at the same time.

Mod Footy

Mod footy is for players in the age groups of 9,10,11 and 12 year olds. Games are played in 2 x 20 minute halves. Field size is 80 meters long by 40 meters wide. You are allowed up to 11 players from one team on the field at the same time.

International Rules

International rules are for players 13 years of age and up. At club level games are played in two 35 minute halves. Standard field size is 100 meters long by 68 meters wide. You are allowed 13 players from one team on the field at the same time.


All players play in their own age group for example all 6 year olds play in a team with 6 year olds and against other 6 year olds etc.... in some occasions players can play up an age group but never down an age group. Age group footy goes up to the age of colts which is Under 20's for example The Holden cup. Read this link to learn more about the national youth  competition http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Youth_Competition_(rugby_league)

After that you go into open age competitions.
In Australia their are teams for all ages and levels of play.

If you are keen to get involved in the game of rugby league as a player, coach/trainer or official in Australia visit this site for a club near you http://www.playrugbyleague.com/

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