GORDON’S SCHOOL
SENIOR GIRLS’ RUGBY PROGRAMME AND SCHOLARSHIPS
CONTENTS Introduction Girls Rugby Programme Recent Successes Athletic Development Programme Facilities Key Staff
BETTER ME BETTER WORLD
INTRODUCTION • Gordon’s School is the National Memorial to British war hero, philanthropist and martyr, Major-General Charles George Gordon (1833-1885), and was founded in 1885 when it began existence as ‘Gordon Boys’ Home’ for necessitous boys. • TES Boarding School of the Year (2022) • Within our scholarship programme we provide selected rugby players (aged 16–18) with the opportunity to pursue their chosen academic pathway alongside their rugby ambitions. • Maximise your potential and your chance to pursue a rugby career whilst gaining an outstanding education, and be the best version of Yourself. At Gordon’s we strive for high performance both on and off the field.
ACADEMIC RESULTS A LEVELS(2026) 36% of entries were graded A* - A 71% of entries were graded A* - B 91% of entries were graded A* - C
BTECS (2026) 62% of entries were graded D*-D 89% of entries were graded D*-M
PASSIONATE ABOUT SPORT, SERIOUS ABOUT EDUCATION Gordon’s Scholars are expected to act as ambassadors for the programme, demonstrating commitment, character, and professionalism both on and off the pitch. Selection is earned through effort, behaviour, and contribution across school life. Sport is not a moment, but a sustained commitment throughout Sixth Form, reflecting both individual growth and the strength of the programme.
GIRLS RUGBY PROGRAMME • Pre-season training begins prior to the start of term, preparing players both physically and technically for the season ahead. • Sessions include team training, individual skill development, unitspecific work, and strength and conditioning.
PRE-SEASON
COMPETITIVE FIXTURES
• Two sessions a week running throughout August. • Regular fixtures throughout the • Team sessions, unit sessions, Athletic season against a range of school and Development sessions. college opposition.
IN-SEASON TRAINING • Two rugby sessions per week, focusing on attack, defence, contact skills, and position-specific development. • Performance review sessions to reflect on fixtures, identifying strengths and areas for improvement. • Strength and conditioning sessions designed to enhance performance, support injury prevention, and aid long-term athletic development. • One scholar group or individual skills session per week to support positional and personal development.
• Competition formats include: - 10s / XVs (Term 1) - 7s (Term 2) - Touch (Term 3) • The 7s fixture list includes Surrey 7s, Rosslyn Park 7s, and our own invitational 7s tournament.
PERFORMANCE PATHWAYS • Support and guidance for players aspiring to progress into representative and elite rugby pathways. • Individual advice and mentoring to support development within the sport.
PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS
ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT
• Matches are recorded to support player learning and development.
• Structured strength and conditioning programme tailored to rugby performance.
• Analysis sessions focus on both team and individual performance. • Targeted feedback helps players improve decision-making and game awareness.
SPORTS PHYSIO & PLAYER WELFARE
• Individual programmes designed to meet each player’s needs. • Regular fitness testing and monitoring to track progress and support development.
COACHING & REFEREEING • Access to sports physiotherapy for injury management and rehabilitation. OPPORTUNITIES • Ongoing support to help prevent injuries and maintain player wellbeing. • Emphasis on holistic athlete care, including recovery and load management.
• Players are encouraged to complete online courses delivered by World Rugby. • Opportunities are available to qualify as a referee. Players are then supported and encouraged to referee school fixtures.
RECENT SUCCESSES
KYRA MOCETUBA Introduced to rugby at Gordon’s, she quickly developed a passion for the game. In 2026, she played her first season of club rugby with Guildford RFC, where her performances earned selection for Surrey Rugby. Shortly afterwards, she was identified by the England Rugby Player Development Group, and her impressive progress has now led to an offer to join the Harlequins pathway programme.
SURREY COUNTY • Issie Prosser
ALSO:
• Skyla Rafemoyo
• Ellie Stokes (Berkshire County)
• Cara Mahood
• Grace Clifford (UR7s)
• Kyra Mocetuba
• Natalie Gregory (YMO - Young Match Official)
• Charlotte Newing • Maya Ismail • Natalie Gregory
ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT FOCUS
SOCIAL MEDIA Media day to create content for school social media pages.
@gordonsschoolgirlsrugby
FACILITIES State of the art Gym Rehab Gym Full size 3G pitch Two senior grass pitches Three junior grass pitches Sports Hall Sand based astroturf pitch
KEY STAFF
REBECCA LACEY
SAM RICHARDS
HEAD OF GIRLS’ RUGBY
DIRECTOR OF RUGBY
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Rugby Coaching from Hartpury College and is a graduate of the University of Bath, where she studied Sports Management and Coaching and captained the University of Bath 1XV. As a player, she spent four years competing for Bath 7s. Her coaching experience includes roles with Bath, Harlequins and Gloucester Rugby.
Mr Richards joined Gordon’s in the summer of 2023 as Director of Rugby. Having completed a university degree at Hartpury College, he took up a job in teaching and now has over 15 years experience in education. He has combined this with a wide range of rugby coaching, working in schools, clubs and academy pathways. He has been involved with the Harlequins Academy Programme for the last ten years, and for the last four has been the U16 Lead Player Development Group coach in Surrey.
JORDAN ROSE
HEAD OF ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT Mr Rose is an accredited strength and conditioning coach with the UKSCA who holds a BSc in Applied Sport Science from Solent University, and is currently completing an MRes in Sport, Health, and Applied Science at St Mary’s Twickenham. Before joining Gordon’s, Mr Rose spent seven years working in professional sports academies with athletes from U9 to U21 age levels, at clubs like Ealing Trailfinders RFC, London Irish RFC, Arsenal Women FC and Watford FC. Mr Rose has a desire to develop aspiring athletes, and his CV incudes athletes that have made full senior debuts and even senior international appearances. Mr Rose has joined Gordon’s to provide the scholars with the physical ability to exceed the demands of their game, and give them the physical tools to compete at the highest level.
ROHAN MOON
MAC DANIEL
Mr Moon studied Sports Science at the University of Lincoln and holds an MSc in Strength and Conditioning from Loughborough University. Since graduating in 2023, he has worked as a Strength and Conditioning Coach in the private school sector and academy sport environments, most notably with Harlequins Rugby and Middlesex Cricket, supporting high-performance athletes across a range of sports. At Gordon’s, Mr Moon’s role is to provide elite-level support to the Rugby ACE squad and Sports Scholars, helping them to maximise their physical performance and development.
Miss Daniel is a Chartered Physiotherapist, with a particular interest in MSK physiotherapy and sports rehabilitation. During her studies at the University of Birmingham, she provided physiotherapy support for their First XV Mens’ Rugby Team, and after graduating joined the medical team at Millfield School where she notably worked with their high-performance athletes across a variety of sports. Additionally, she has RFU’s PHICIS Level 2 qualification to provide immediate and emergency care, a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sports Massage, and attended multiple sports taping courses.
ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT COACH
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
HOW TO APPLY Complete a Sixth Form application here
Complete a Scholarship application here
Please complete both forms
TIMELINE Sixth Form Open Evenings:
29 September and 8 October 2026
DEADLINES Sixth Form Deadline: 6 November 2026
Scholarship Deadline: 30 October 2026
ASSESSMENT Scholarship Assessment: 15 November 2026