PLAYER HEALTH/MENTAL HEALTH

Player Welfare Initiative

The Rugby Colorado Player Welfare Initiative, started in 2024, was launched to address the recognizable needs of supporting youth in the rugby community beyond the pitch. The program is still in the pilot phases of implementation with goals set over the next two years to increase support and access to resources for clubs across the state of Colorado.

Mission Statement

The Rugby Colorado Player Welfare Program is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of all youth rugby players across the state, on and off the pitch. This program aims to develop access to essential resources, education, and support to players, coaches, and families.

Mental Health Support

Partnership with Confyde: Rugby Colorado has partnered with Confyde, a platform designed to help clubs easily connect their players to the resources they need when they need it. Confyde provides structured guidance, ensuring players are asked the right questions to identify their needs and direct them to appropriate support services. This partnership enhances accessibility to mental health, injury recovery, and general well-being resources, making it easier for players to receive timely and effective assistance.

  • Access to Resources: Providing coaches, players, and community members with information and tools to support their mental well-being.


  • Community Support: Encouraging peer connections and open discussions around mental health.


  • Community Partnerships: Collaborating with organizations to help bring the rugby community more access to resources and support.


  • Education & Awareness: Resources for players, parents, and coaches on mental well-being and stress management.

Concussion Support

  • Reporting & Tracking: Developing more effective methods for reporting and tracking concussions to ensure proper management.


  • Return-to-Play Support: Providing guidance and assistance with return-to-play protocols to ensure a safe recovery process.


  • Education & Resources: Offering information and tools for coaches and parents to better understand concussion prevention, recognition, and management.

Community Engagement & Support

Rugby Colorado will be actively looking for individuals and organizations across the state of Colorado who are interested in providing services, support, and resources to our broad rugby community. 


If you or your organization would like to get involved in the player welfare programming, please contact darby@rugbycolorado.com for more information.