Men’s Rugby Academy

The Programme

Halifax Panthers Under 19s Academy, is the only official pathway to the Halifax Panther’s first team. The Academy allows student athletes studying at Calderdale College to begin their rugby career with a professional league club, whilst gaining a nationally-recognised BTEC qualification.

The Academy also offers a unique opportunity for players to study in our Trade Academy for a qualification in a trade of their choice – the only sports education programme in the country delivering such a route.

Learn a Trade as an Academy Student

We are proud to be able to offer a unique trade pathway for our academy students.

Calderdale College is one of the only college’s in the country to offer students the chance to learn a trade and gain a construction qualification whilst continuing their sporting journey with their academy team.