Santa Barbara Youth Rugby · Playing on the coast
Everyone plays.
Everyone belongs.
Santa Barbara's youth rugby home. Certified coaching, a place for every player, and a welcoming club for new families.
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Match centre
Fixture dates, age groups, opponents, venues and kickoff times will appear here once the season schedule is confirmed.
Pre-season from November 3, 2026
Chase Palm Park
November 3 to December 3: 4–5:15 PM for all age grades.
Elings Park from December 8
U8–U10: 4–5 PM
U12–U14: 4:30–6 PM
U16 participation is still to be confirmed. If offered, U16 training will also be 4:30–6 PM.
Estimated season: January 16–March 6, 2027
Both dates are provisional. The season may start later in January. Match dates, opponents and kickoff times are not yet confirmed.
Youth rugby
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Player groups
Age groups and player pathways for the 2026/27 season will be announced before registration opens.
New playersAlways welcome
TrainingTuesdays & Thursdays from November 3. View times and locations →
New to rugby?
Come meet the Stingrays community at our Halloween Kick-Off Party or email the club for the latest player information.
Emailclub@stingraysrfc.com
SeasonJan 16–Mar 6, 2027 (provisional)
From the pitch
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Coaching staff
Certified coaches.
Safety first. Fun always.
Our USA Rugby certified coaching staff teach individual skills and team tactics with player safety at the heart of every session and match.
Partner with the club
Sponsors
Local support helps make youth rugby more accessible in Santa Barbara. We are building the 2026/27 partner program now. Email the club to talk through a good fit.
Club partner
Lead support
- Help build the season
- Details agreed directly with the club
Kit partner
Team gear
- Support player kit and equipment
- Details agreed directly with the club
Community partner
Local rugby
- Help keep players on the pitch
- Details agreed directly with the club
Scholarship support
Every gift
- Support a player who needs it
- Ask us about current needs
Notices & match reports
Club news
Oct 30, 2026 · Halloween Pre-Season Kick-Off Party
Friday, 4–7 PM at Elings Park. Players, families, friends and newcomers are welcome for rugby games, a candy scavenger hunt, food for sale, drinks and a club fundraiser raffle. Costumes encouraged.
November 3, 2026 · Pre-season begins
Tuesdays and Thursdays at Chase Palm Park, 4–5:15 PM for all age grades, through December 3.
Dec 8, 2026 to Mar 4, 2027 · Elings Park training bookings
The club has booked Soccer Field 1 for its winter training block. Tuesday and Thursday training moves here on December 8. U8–U10 train 4–5 PM; U12–U14 train 4:30–6 PM. U16 participation is TBC.
January 16–March 6, 2027 · Estimated season
Start and end dates are provisional, with a possible late-January start. Match fixtures and kickoff times remain TBC.
One rugby town
Santa Barbara's rugby family
The Stingrays are the youth side of a wider Santa Barbara rugby community. Together, we make a true fever of players, families, coaches, and supporters.
Santa Barbara's men's club, playing on the coast since 1978.
Competitive women's rugby for players 18 and older.
“Stingrays rugby club has been amazing for our family. My son loves playing. Every practice and game brings so much joy and growth.”Aaron · U12 parent
Come find us
Get in touch
Email us for current registration, age-group and training details.
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323 E Cabrillo Blvd
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1298 Las Positas Rd
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