ABOUT
DUVAL TIDES GIRLS RUGBY
Duval Tides Girls Rugby is Jacksonville, Fl based you rugby club created to give middle and high school girls the opportunity to experience one the fastest growing and most empowering sports in the United States.
No experience? No Problem. We welcome players of all skill levels and athletic backgrounds- from experienced athletes looking for their next challenge to girls stepping onto a sports field for the first time.
Duval Tide is independent of local schools, allowing girls from across Northeast Florida to play together. We welcome athletes from Duval, St. Johns, Clay Nassau and surrounding counties, including home school students.
ONE TIDE
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to create a fun, supportive and inclusive rugby community where every middle and high school girl has the opportunity to play, grow, compete and belong. Through rugby, we help young women build confidence, strength, leadership, resilience and lasting friendships. We believe the lessons learned through teamwork, sportsmanship and competition extend far beyond the game, empowering our players to become stronger athletes, teammates and leaders both on and off the field.
OUR VISION
A future where every girl has a place on the pitch, a team behind her, and the confidence to take on what comes next. We envision a community where girls are empowered to challenge themselves, support one another, and discover just how strong they can be. Through rugby, we're creating opportunities that inspire the next generation of athletes, teammates, and leaders on and off the pitch.
Melissa Butler
• 25+ Years Playing Rugby
• 5+ Years Coaching Rugby
• World Rugby Level 1 Coach
Head Coach
At Duval Tides Girls Rugby, player development and safety are priorities. All of our coaches are USA Rugby Level 2 Certified and background checked, providing our athletes with knowledgeable instructions in a positive, supportive environment.
MEET THE COACHES
Miranda Barnard
• 10+ Years Playing Rugby
• 5+ Years Coaching Rugby
• 3+ Years Certified Rugby Union and
Rugby League Coach
Assistant Coach
Allison "Train" Durham
• 4+ Years Playing Rugby
• Played NAIA College Softball
• Novice Golfer
