It’s ruck & roll for community’s schools
Maccabi GB held their latest tag rugby taster session for Jewish Primary School children. The event took place on the pitch at Allianz Park Stadium, home to Saracens Rugby Football Club. 55 children from Sinai School, Independent Jewish Day School and Morasha attended the event.
The participants took part in a 90-minute training session with the Maccabi GB coaching team. Led by Maccabi GB’s Head of Sport, Matt Travers, the young players were put through their paces on the main pitch, which usually plays host to a range of international stars each week.
Despite some very wet weather the youngsters had a great time, following in the footsteps of some the countries best players. A few of the players even managed to sneak in some kicks over the famous Sarries posts, emulating the England No.10 Owen Farrell.
Matt Travers said: “These sorts of opportunities are so rare and we are thankful to Saracens for allowing us to use their fantastic facility. Maccabi GB is always looking for ways to engage the Community in sporting activities and to showcase the sport in this environment to over 50 young players can only benefit the youngsters. We are looking to develop our rugby programme over the coming months and hopefully one day these young players will go on represent Team Maccabi GB Rugby at an international event.”
Keep community journalism free.
Jewish News is free for everyone. No paywall. No barriers. Just trusted journalism for anyone who wants to stay connected to Jewish life in Britain.
If you value that, please support us.
From as little as £5 a month, you can help keep our journalism free and accessible to all.
Every day, we report on the issues that matter to our community. We celebrate achievements, support charities, challenge antisemitism and ensure Jewish voices are heard more widely.
From as little as £5 a month, you can help us continue to:
- Report on the stories shaping Jewish life in the UK and beyond
- Bring our community together through shared stories, events and campaigns
- Celebrate the people, culture and moments that define our community
- Support organisations doing vital work across Jewish Britain
You can make a one-off donation or become a regular supporter. Every contribution helps keep our journalism free, independent and accessible to all.
If everyone who values Jewish News gave a small amount, it would make a real difference to our future.
