Junior Tap Off Programme
The Waikato Touch Junior Tap Off Programme is designed to introduce and develop young touch players in a fun, positive, and supportive environment. Open to players of all experience levels, the programme focuses on building fundamental touch skills, game awareness, confidence, teamwork, and a love for the sport.
Our Tap Off session provides players with the opportunity to learn from experienced coaches, develop their skills through engaging activities, and connect with other young players from across the Waikato region.
For players looking to further their development, the Junior Tap Off Programme also serves as the entry point into our Junior Tap Off Extender Programme. The Extender Programme is our representative development pathway, offering selected players the opportunity to train regularly, compete in local and regional tournaments, and continue progressing their touch journey within the Waikato Touch framework.
Whether your child is new to touch or aspiring to represent Waikato, the Junior Tap Off Programme is the perfect place to start.
Junior Tap Off Programme
Date: Saturday 3rd October 2026
Venue: Bremworth Park
Time: U10s 9am - 11am, U12s 11.30am - 1.30pm, U14s 2pm - 4pm
This programme is 1 session only which looks to support players with skills and fundamentals as well as having fun. For those that wish to continue onto our EXTENDER programme you will be required to confirm your interest by ticking the Extender Progamme box in the registration form
JUNIOR TAP OFF EXTENDER PROGRAMME
(You will need to register for this programme, and commit to the requirements of this programme)
THERE WILL BE NO REGISTRATIONS TAKEN ON THE DAY
Dates: 17th October 2026
Venue: Bremworth Park
Time: U12s 9am - 11am, U14s 11.30am - 1.30pm, U10s 2pm - 4pm
Date: 18th October 2026
Venue: Bremworth Park
Time: U10s 9am - 11am, U12s 11.30am - 1.30pm, U14s 2pm - 4pm
This will be our Junior Representative programme which will see teams selected by the below considerations. These teams will participate in regular trainings and local and regional tournaments:
Selection Considerations
Selection is based on a range of factors including:
- Fundamental touch skills
- Game understanding and decision-making
- Communication and teamwork
- Work ethic and attitude
- Coachability and development potential
Our goal is to provide a fair, transparent, and development-focused selection process that supports both current performance and future growth
Please note that any players not selected for a representative team will have the opportunity to participate in a Junior Touch Development Program.
REQUIREMENTS OF PARTICIPATING IN THE EXTENDER PROGAMME
- Have participated in the Junior TAP OFF Programme
- Be a financial member with Waikato Touch (ie: no outstanding fees owing from previous seasons)
- Commit to all of the teams trainings, tournaments and commitments as scheduled.
- Meet the age criteria for your requested age group
- U10s - Born 2017/18 (Must be 9 years or under as at the 31st December 2026)
- U12s - Born 2015/16 (Must be 11 years or under as at the 31st December 2026)
- U14s - Born 2013/14 (Must be 13 years or under as at the 31st December 2026)
Conditions of Participation:
- Touch New Zealand rules and the Waikato Touch Association Code of Conduct apply to all participants
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Pay a non-refundable deposit of $25 per player within ten days of selection to secure their place in the team or squad
*UNAFFILIATED RULE: Any person who partakes in an unaffiliated competition/module either as a player/organiser/coach/manager or has any involvement with one is ineligible to participate.
