At Yate Rugby, we are incredibly proud of the passionate individuals who work tirelessly behind the scenes to drive the club forward. One of these key figures is Matt Hill, our Club Development Officer, Head of Coach Development, and Under 13's Coach. Matt's journey with Yate Rugby began when his son Joe Hill took up the sport, and ever since, Matt has been an integral part of the club’s growth and success.
A keen rugby fan and former player himself (though, as he admits, "a few years ago"), Matt began coaching Yate’s Under 9s team when his son joined. Now, he continues to guide that same team at the Under 13s level. His dedication, energy, and commitment to developing young talent has not only helped shape skilled players but also instilled key values of teamwork, discipline, and physical fitness into the next generation of rugby stars.
A Leader in Coaching Development
Matt is not one to just talk about his love for rugby—he backs it up with action. He is a fully qualified England Rugby coach, referee, and rugby mentor. In his role as Head of Coach Development, Matt is driving excellence across Yate Rugby by supporting all our current coaches.
“Our aim this year is to build on the success of everything the coaches have done to date and formulate a plan to have a strong foundation of coaches to support our growing academy,” says Matt. “By the end of this year, the majority of our coaching team and volunteers will have completed the England Rugby Coaching Award, building on their current qualifications as coaches.”
Matt’s vision goes beyond the present. He is already looking ahead to how Yate’s oldest academy players can become the future of coaching at the club. “We will use this going forward as our oldest academy players start to qualify for coaching badges. We have some strong leaders in that team, and I know a lot of them want to give back. This is the great thing about our club’s ethos: we are about rugby and supporting our community.”
Inspiring Confidence and Growth in Young Players
What makes Matt such an important part of Yate Rugby isn’t just his coaching credentials but his genuine passion for helping young players grow. He loves watching the kids he coaches develop not only as rugby players but as confident individuals who understand the value of teamwork, respect, and fitness.
Whether it’s seeing them make their first tackle or leading the team to a hard-fought victory, Matt is there every step of the way, nurturing the talent of tomorrow.
Get Involved with Yate Rugby!
Under Matt’s guidance, Yate Rugby is building an incredible foundation for the future. If you’re looking to get your child involved in rugby, or if you’re interested in joining our coaching team, now is the perfect time! We’re committed to providing a safe, positive, and exciting environment for all ages and abilities.
Visit our website to learn more about Yate Rugby, our academy, and how you can get involved. Follow us on social media to stay updated with all our latest news, upcoming matches, and events.
Together, we’re growing stronger, and we’re excited to have you along for the journey!
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