German Shepherd
Pickle
PAWS · PTeam Captain
Confident, encouraging and full of energy, Pickle is learning what it means to be a great leader.
ConfidentEncouragingEnergetic
The Clubhouse Entrance
Welcome to the World of Rugger Pups
Big adventures, brilliant teamwork and life lessons that last.
Join Pickle and the Rugger Pups as they learn to Play with Purpose, Always Be Kind, Work Together and Stay Safe & Strong.
Explore the PAWS values →
What is Rugger Pups?
More than a rugby story
Rugger Pups uses exciting stories and lovable characters to help children learn about teamwork, kindness, courage and confidence.
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Stories
Fun rugby adventures children want to read again.
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PAWS Values
Simple values that help children play, learn and grow.
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Rugby & Learning
Activities and coaching that bring the Rugger Pups world to life.
Meet the Team
Every pup brings something special
Together, the Rugger Pups discover that their differences are their greatest strength.
Golden Retriever
Angel
PAWS · AKind Heart
Caring and thoughtful, Angel makes sure no one on the team ever feels left out.
CaringThoughtfulKind
Greyhound
Whizz
PAWS · WCreative Sprinter
Fast, creative and full of ideas, Whizz is learning to use her speed for the whole team.
FastCreativeCurious
Bulldog
Spike
PAWS · SBrave Defender
Strong, loyal and brave, Spike learns that real strength includes patience and protecting his friends.
StrongLoyalBrave
Husky
Coach Paws
CoachThe Wise Mentor
Calm, wise and encouraging, Coach Paws helps the pups understand the PAWS values through play.
CalmWiseSupportive
PAWS Training Ground
Learn the PAWS way
Four simple values that help every Rugger Pup play, learn and grow.
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PAWS · P
Play with Purpose
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PAWS · A
Always Be Kind
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PAWS · W
Work Together
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PAWS · S
Stay Safe & Strong
Book Corner
Teamwork makes the try work!
Join Pickle, Angel, Whizz, Spike and Coach Paws for a lively rugby adventure packed with friendship, fun and an important lesson about working together.
The Rugger Pups and the Big Game Day
Age 3–6
The Rugger Pups and the Big Game Day
At first, the pups struggle when they try to do everything on their own. But when Coach Paws reminds them of the PAWS values, they begin to pass, help and cheer for one another, and discover that teamwork matters far more than any single try.
- Age Range
- 3–6 years
TeamworkFriendshipResilienceListeningSupporting others
Choose your next adventure
Bring Rugger Pups to life
For families
Continue the adventure at home
Stories, activities and Rugger Pups products for family time.
For coaches & schools
Put PAWS into practice
Practical coaching resources and Rugger Pups experiences for children.
The Rugger Pups Impact
Real feedback. Happy children. Lasting confidence.
“Our students were fully engaged, inspired, and eager to learn.”
“Pickle was incredible. Relatable and inspiring for the children. He was confident, fun and engaging. He made such a positive impact for our students.”
A teacher described it as “the best PE lesson they’d seen in months”.
Through the Children’s Eyes
Sometimes the best feedback comes straight from the children.
About the Creator
Meet Michael “Pickle” Green
Most people know Michael as Pickle, from rugby and coaching. He created Rugger Pups to combine rugby, coaching and storytelling, helping children grow in confidence through the values the game can teach on and off the pitch.
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