Tom Signs to England Touch Rugby Youth Academy
Year 10 pupil Tom P has earned a place in the prestigious England Touch Rugby Youth Academy, a High-Performance programme designed to develop elite players and prepare squads for major international competitions, including the European Championships later this year.
Tom explained how his preparation was instrumental in his success: “I was provided with a gym session program to work on my physical attributes; this improved my game massively. The combined training from my regional team, the Cambridge team and gym sessions lead to this achievement.”
As part of the Academy, Tom will attend a series of intensive training camps leading up to the European Youth Touch Championships in August. His first camp took place this month, and he shared his excitement: “My first session went really well and was very enjoyable, although it was quite physically demanding. It motivated me to work hard for the upcoming sessions.”
Director of Sport at The Leys, Ben Elston, commented: “This achievement reflects Tom’s unwavering dedication and commitment to his sport. Securing a place in the England Touch Rugby Youth Academy is not only a testament to his hard work and resilience but also an exciting milestone in his journey. It marks an important step toward representing England on the international stage, and we are incredibly proud to see him embrace this opportunity to develop his skills among the country’s most promising young players.”