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Skills Development Platform

Co-developed by two-time World Cup Winning Skills Coach Mick Byrne, The USA YHS Rugby Skills Development Platform is a cutting-edge online training system designed to help players of all levels develop elite, game-ready rugby skills—anytime, anywhere.

Built on the interdependence of six key performance pillars—Technical, Tactical, Physical, Nutritional, Mental, and Vision & Leadership—the platform moves beyond traditional drill-based methods that isolate each pillar. Instead, it delivers integrated, movement-based activities that develop habit-forming, robust, and adaptable skill execution patterns.

Skills Coach Mick Byrne.
Mick Byrne
Rugby World Cup–winning Skills Coach
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Get the Competitive Edge — Train Like a Pro for $22/Month

Stand out at school, club, and rep level by training smarter.

Skills Platform

What You Get?

Proven programming that develops 1 in 4 athletes into pros over the past 20 years
A daily system focused on 6 pillars of elite performance:
Technical
Tactical
Mental
Physical
Nutritional
Wellness
Habit-building routines that deliver long-term growth and high-performance results
A cost-effective, structured path to becoming a smarter, stronger, and more complete player

Why Wait?

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Why You Should Join

Rugby-Specific Skill Mastery
Develop precision and consistency in every skill area, from passing, contact skills to individual & position-specific skills.

From core fundamentals to advanced techniques, the platform supports your entire development
Physical & Mental Performance
Develop the speed, strength, agility, endurance, and collision readiness needed for peak performance, while significantly reducing the risk of injury.

At the same time, build confidence, focus, and resilience—mental traits that not only elevate on-field play but also support overall wellness and balance in life.
Development & Goal-Driven Motivation
Address all six pillars: Physical | Technical | Tactical | Mental | Nutrition | Leadership & Wellness

Track real progress toward your goals with data-backed improvement metrics.
Pathway to the National Stage
Same program structure as USA Rugby's Virtual Academy with professional standards.

Strong performance can lead to an invitation into the USAR HP Pathway Group, offering national exposure and elite-level opportunities.

High Performance Pathway

Show consistent improvement and engagement? Earn your way into the fully subsidized program If you’re improvement & engagement supersedes those in the current subsidized program – You replace them!

High Performance Pathway Application
Region Talent ID Camps
HP Player Pool
YHS Virtual Academy
Not Selected
Selected for National Teams from Player pool

Get the Competitive Edge — Train Like a Pro for $22/Month

Stand out at school, club, and rep level by training smarter.
YHS Skills Development Platform

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