COLTS UPDATE
Today we kick off our 2026 colts campaign, with out-of-season training commencing at 6:00 PM at Forshaw Rugby Ground, Sylvania Waters.
The coaching group and the Board have been working tirelessly to ensure everything is in place for what promises to be a big 2026 season. Jake Holman once again heads up the Colts program in his second year, and this time, he has had the benefit of preparing from the moment the 2025 season concluded.
While most people think the rugby season is the busiest time for a club, the reality is that preparation for the following year begins around Round 13 of the previous season — and it never really stops.
Southern Districts has embarked on a journey to build sustained strength through its Colts program, focusing on:
Modern rugby development, supported by the latest sports science and technology.
A strong strength & conditioning program, delivered through our on-site High Performance Gym.
A highly skilled and committed coaching team, who work closely with each player to provide honest feedback, one-on-one match reviews, and ongoing individual development.
Colts rugby continues to improve each year, and we are seeing that reflected in the success of Australian rugby at national levels. The results from Super Rugby U16S, Australian Schoolboys, Super Rugby U19S, Australian U18S, and Australian U20S show that our teams are performing strongly against New Zealand — including consistent wins and top-four world rankings for the Australian U20S.
This success flows directly into Colts rugby, and as a club, Southern Districts is committed to ensuring our program remains at the standard needed to develop players ready for Grade rugby, Super Rugby, and ultimately the Wallabies, as we have proudly done in recent years.
Players who are serious about taking their rugby as far as possible are encouraged to attend all training sessions before the Christmas break, ensuring they are well-prepared for a strong start to 2026.
See you tonight:
6:00 PM – Forshaw Rugby Ground.
Everyone is welcome to attend — even if it’s just to come down, have a look, and see what the Colts program is all about.
For any questions, please contact:
Jake Holman
0447 336 075
jake.h@southerndistricts.com.au
