MERCHISTON CASTLE SCHOOL
U18 RUGBY FESTIVAL
11 - 12 OCTOBER 2025
Al teams should reg ster at the main School entrance at least 60 minutes before their first game. On arr val we wil allocate changing room/tent.
A message from our Head Day 1
For the smooth runn ng of the tournament, all teams must be ready at the appointed pitch at the time indicated.
If there s a c ash of erseys, then the team named FIRST in the tie will change. Squad of 25 Players. Rolling substitut ons are allowed in every game
The age limits for the tournament are Under 18 on 1 September 2025
The laws w ll be fu l Wor d Rugby U19 IRB Law variations
QUALIFYING
Saturday 24minutes (12 min each way)/Sunday 20 minutes (10 min each way)
The winners and runners up of each pool wi l advance to the Trophy competition on Day 2.
The 3rd & 4th p aced teams will advance into the Bowl competition on Day 2.
Al teams wil play off on Day 2 for an overall 1-16 placed finish.
In the event of a draw in Group points on Day 1 and Matches on Day 2-please refer to the fu l Festiva Rules shared previously.
(4 GROUPS OF 4)
Additional Information
Toilet facilities for supporters are available at the WW1 Pavilion and by our Food Village
Lunch for all Players is served in our Dining Hall. Lunch for Referees & Coaches in Old Library.
Thank you!
Thank you for joining us for our Merchiston Castle U18 Rugby Festival. We look forward to seeing you all again next year.
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