The Rugby Borough Under 16 team plays in the Midland Junior Premier League competing on Saturday mornings against high quality teams from across the Midlands – from as far afield as Bicester, Droitwich, Shrewsbury and Mansfield.

The core of this team has been together since they were U7, managed throughout by Damien Carroll (Level Two qualified) and assisted by Sam Parfitt (Level One). Both coaches’ sons play in the team. Paul Jones (Level One), a former secretary of the Club, is also assisting to provide extra coaching back-up now that the team are playing in the MJPL.

The “Pumas”, as they were originally known, were a dominant force in Division A of the Coventry & Warwickshire Youth League for many years – winning several Leagues, Cups and Tournaments. For their Under 15 season, season 2019-2020, the team decided to challenge themselves by entering the MJPL. For their first season playing at that level, they finished a highly creditable 13th out of 61 teams. They scored 55 goals in 20 games and only one of their losses was by more than one goal. This was achieved despite some unfortunate injuries and their captain being picked up by Northampton Town’s academy side midway through the season.

For season 2020-21, the team have strengthened key positions and are looking to build on the performances they put in last season. If you are interested in a challenge (and to play at the best facilities in the Midlands) then please contact Damien Carroll to arrange to attend one of our training sessions.