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Men's Rugby Pre-Season ACE
Pre season Overview
Pre-season is a crucial time in the Oaklands Wolves ACE Rugby programme, helping players prepare both physically and mentally for the season ahead.
Players are encouraged to attend as many sessions as possible. We understand that some absences may be unavoidable (e.g. holidays, work or travel), but all players must complete the Pre-Season Availability Form via the link provided in their information pack.
For many, this will be their first experience of a high-performance pre-season. Training intensity and volume will be high, with support provided around:
- Nutrition and fuelling for performance
- Recovery and injury prevention
- Managing training loads effectively
Full schedule
Key dates
Key Dates
- 14–16 July: ACE Residential Camp
- 20 August – 28 August: Enrolment period
- Early September: Residential move-in
- 2 September: Course induction begins
- 9 September: Start of ACE League fixtures
Fixtures
Pre-Season Fixtures
- 19 August: Internal fixtures (home)
- 26 August: Fixture TBC / USP (away)
- 2 September: Cardinal Newman fixtures (away)
- 9 September: ACE League Round 1 (fixture TBC)
Contact
For any questions about pre-season or the programme:
Chris Waring – Head of Rugby
chris.waring@oaklands.ac.uk