women’s rugby kit
kit list
everything you need for training & games
At some point in our rugby journey, most of us have stood in the changing room before training or a game, realising we’ve forgotten something important in our kit bag - whether it’s boots, a hair tie, or a post-training snack.
We’ve put together a simple checklist to make sure you’ve got everything you need before heading to rugby!
game day
kit bag checklist
ESSENTIALS
- Boots
- Mouthguard
- Sports bra
- Match shorts (if not provided)
- Match socks (if not provided)
- Warm up top
- Water bottle
- Game day snacks
POTENTIALS
- Hair tie or scrunchie
- Thermal / base layer
- Waterproof
- Extra layers for the bench (if your team don’t have sub suits)
- Lifting blocks (for lineout jumpers)
- Kicking tee (for place kickers)
- Shower gel & shampoo for after the game
- Towel
- Post-game clothes
OPTIONALS
- Scrum cap
- Spare contact lenses
- Stud key and spare studs
- Shoulder pads
- Electrical tape
Save yourself from some pre-game stress by making sure you have everything you need well ahead of time. You can tick off the items on this list as you go!
sports bras: how to find the right one
A good sports bra is crucial for performance, comfort and breast health, regardless of the size or shape of your boobs, and should be one of the first things on your kit list. We know that finding a good sports bra for rugby and making sure you’ve got the perfect fit can be a struggle though, so we’ve teamed up with fitting experts boobydoo to create a handy guide to rugby sports bras.
boots: which ones to choose
The options for female specific rugby boots are pretty slim with only a handful of brands offering a limited number of styles, but you can read our guide on the women’s boots that are available here.
Whilst we wait for more rugby boot brands to step up and provide more options designed for women and girls, we’ve looked at what boots players at the top of the game are wearing to help you decide which ones to try.
Scrum caps:
DO you need one?
Scrum caps aren’t essential for everyone, but they’re worth considering. They’re not proven to prevent concussion, so they shouldn’t be worn with the expectation that they remove that risk.
Where they are useful is protecting your ears, especially if you’re a forward, and helping reduce the chance of cauliflower ear. Some players find they slightly muffle sound, which can affect communication, but if you feel more comfortable wearing one, that’s what matters.
And if you want to make life easier for friends and family on the sidelines, a bright colour is never a bad idea!