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Junior Development

Have fun, improve your game

Pétanque England Juniors are committed to promoting the sport of petanque among young players. We aim to provide a nurturing and competitive environment for junior players to develop their skills and compete at all levels. But essentially to have fun.

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What's going on:

23/07/25

Junior Talent Shines Through at Mansfield PC – PE Coaching Day, 12th July 2025

By Mark

Seven committed juniors braved the heat for a skill-packed coaching day at Mansfield Pétanque Clu...

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23/07/25

Sun Shines on Junior Talent at SCPA Adult-Junior Competition

By Mark

The 2025 SCPA Adult-Junior Competition at Portchester brought sunshine, skill, and strong teamwor...

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01/07/25

Juniors Shine at 2025 National Singles and Shooting Competition

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The 2025 PE National Singles and Shooting Competition brought 23 junior players to Leicester for ...

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Junior Coaching Team:

Junior Lead : Claire Geddes

I have been playing for 7 years, along side my Family. Having been involved with Juniors through my children, Jane and Amy, I wanted to support the system for all Juniors. To create an environment to encourage all age juniors to have fun, while learning the sport. Having the confidence to competitively compete at whatever level you want to. I also want to give you opportunities to Juniors that want to get more involved with Petanque.

Head Junior Coach: John Edmondson

Supporting Coaches

John Geddes

Central

Michelle Roe

Central

Chris Chubb

Southern

Andrew Baron

Southern

Skills Award scheme

The Pétanque England (PE) Skills Award scheme, launched in 1996 by David Lavelle, helps young players develop their skills from beginner to advanced level.

Juniors begin with the White award and progress through Green, Red and Blue. The higher levels focus on consistency and technical ability for national and international play. Awards are earned over time as players gain experience.

Each level has set requirements. Successful candidates receive a medallion and certificate, with recognition at Club, Regional and National levels.

PE-qualified club coaches can guide juniors through the scheme, with support from Regional Development Officers or PE Juniors if needed.

The scheme offers a clear, rewarding path for young players and a structured approach for coaches. We thank Samueljacks Teamwear for sponsoring the scheme and providing awards.

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What our players say….  

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Training Days

Our Open Junior Training Days are open to all young pétanque players across England — whether you’re completely new to the sport or already developing your skills. These fun, supportive sessions are designed to help juniors build confidence, improve technique, and enjoy the game alongside other players their own age.

The 2026 programme of Junior Training Days is currently being planned, with dates and venues to be confirmed. Once finalised, full details will be shared here — so check back soon for updates. We look forward to welcoming you!

Keep up to date on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/PEJuniors

Developing our junior players

1. Recruit and Inspire

Recruit and Introduce youngsters to our sport: How – schools; youth organisations, petanque can be taken as part of DofE! Use your member’s contacts.

2. Develop Potential

Develop their ability, use the Skills Award Scheme – White first. Play games, integrate – they can play with adult members. Seek advice and support from Regional Officers & other coaches.

3. Aim High

Move up the skills ladder, Green, Red, Blue. Liaise with Regional officers. Talk to: juniors@petanque-england.uk Attend regional & national training days, play, play, play, play competitively.

Key Dates 2026

Event

Date

Venue

Junior Selction Training

7th March

Near Portsmouth

Junior Selction Training

18th April

Headley & Bordon PC

Open Triples

19th April

Headley & Bordon PC

National Junior Triples

9th May

Whitnash PC

Junior Open Training Day (Southern)

16th May

Porchester PC

National Junior Doubles

13th June

Cricklade PC

Junior Singles and Shooting

27th June

Leicester PC

Junior Open Training Day (Midlands)

11th July

Whitnash PC

National Adult/Junior

18th July

Oxshott PC

CEP Junior Triples M/F

3rd-6th Oct

Athens, Greece

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Get in touch

Feel free to reach out to us for any inquiries or assistance. You can contact us via email.
juniors@petanque-england.uk

We value your feedback and suggestions. Let us know how we can improve and better serve the needs of our junior petanque community.

Contact Junior Lead