STRIDE

At Melrose Rugby Football Club, our values define who we are, how we behave, and the environment we create for our players, volunteers, supporters, and wider community. They guide decision-making, coaching, governance, and the way we welcome everyone to rugby at Melrose.

Our commitment to these values ensures that rugby at Melrose RFC is inclusive, respectful, and provides opportunities for growth and wellbeing for all.

Our shared Club Values can be summarised under the headings
Success, Teamwork, Respect, Inclusion, Diversity and Equality (STRIDE)

CORE VALUES

  • Success

    Melrose Rugby strives for success, whether that’s at team or individual level. We encourage an environment that gets the best out of everyone and presents a positive and progressive image of the club and the local community in the Scottish Borders.

  • Teamwork

    We work as one team across the club. Our teamwork ethos ensures that we work for one another, pushing together in the same direction to ensure we meet our goals.

  • Respect

    We uphold the rugby values of respect, teamwork, integrity and enjoyment in everything we do. We show respect to match officials, to the opposition, and to the great rugby heritage that we are part of.

  • Inclusion

    We provide a safe, supportive and welcoming environment where everyone can enjoy rugby and contribute to club life with confidence.

  • Diversity

    We recognise, value and actively encourage the varied experiences, perspectives and identities that strengthen our club.

  • Equality

    We are committed to fair access to opportunities in playing, coaching, volunteering, and leadership, and to challenge discrimination in all its forms.

Melrose Rugby is committed to working closely with governing bodies, partners, and our wider community to ensure rugby remains open and fun for all. We believe that by embracing equality, diversity, and inclusion, we strengthen our club and enrich the game we love.