Support every player with professional profiles, verified performance data and structured athlete development.
Optimise Team Performance
Use STATSports GPS technology and advanced analytics to monitor workloads, improve performance and support evidence-based coaching.
Strengthen Recruitment
Identify, recruit and develop talented players while showcasing your rugby programme to prospective student-athletes.
Compete at the Highest Level
Build a high-performance rugby environment with professional technology, analytics and player development tools.
Why universities Choose XV Elite
CREATE YOUR UNIVERSITY PROFILE
Join the XV Elite recruitment network.
Search verified rugby talent profiles
Advertise recruitment opportunities
Connect with players, coaches and staff
Recruit nationally and internationally
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT FOR RECRUITERS?
1. organization REVIEW
Our team reviews your organisation details and verifies your profile before approval.
2. RECRUITMENT PROFILE ACTIVATED
Your organisation profile becomes visible on XV Elite and gains access to recruitment tools based on your membership level.
3. DISCOVER RUGBY TALENT
Search athlete profiles, build shortlists and connect with players that match your recruitment requirements.
4. POST OPPORTUNITIES
Academy and Elite members can advertise player opportunities, scholarships, coaching vacancies, referee opportunities and support staff positions.
5. BUILD YOUR RUGBY PROGRAMME
Use XV Elite to strengthen your rugby programme, develop recruitment pathways and connect with rugby talent locally and internationally.
Connect with the global rugby community through XV Elite. Recruit players, coaches, referees and support staff, advertise opportunities, and build stronger rugby programmes through a trusted international recruitment network.
Profile tier comparison
FIND AND RECRUIT THE RIGHT PLAYERS FOR YOUR PROGRAMMe
university starter
Designed for universities beginning their rugby recruitment journey.
Start with a basic recruiter profile, then upgrade for advanced athlete search, priority access and enhanced recruitment tools.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is included in the University Starter profile?
Create a professional university profile showcasing your rugby programme, coaching staff, facilities, achievements, academic opportunities and player pathway.
Can we upgrade our package later?
Yes. You can upgrade your XV Elite membership, STATSports GPS rental package and performance reporting option at any time as your programme grows.
What does the GPS rental include?
Our STATSports GPS rental packages include GPS units, charging equipment, performance data collection and optional XV Elite performance analysis reports.
How many GPS units can we rent?
Universities can rent 5, 10 or 15 STATSports GPS units for 1, 3, 5, 10 matches or an entire season, depending on your programme’s needs.
How do we receive our performance reports?
After each match or training session, your GPS data is processed and delivered as a professional XV Elite report, depending on the report package you selected (Starter, Pro or Elite).
Can we use the GPS units for training sessions?
Yes. STATSports GPS units can be used during both matches and training sessions to monitor workloads, player development and performance.
Can we recruit players through XV Elite?
Yes. Universities can search for talented players, view verified athlete profiles and connect directly with prospective student-athletes through the XV Elite platform.
Is XV Elite only available in South Africa?
No. XV Elite is a global rugby platform connecting universities, players and rugby organizations worldwide.
ELEVATE YOUR RUGBY PROGRAMME TO THE NEXT LEVEL
Combine professional player profiles, STATSports GPS technology and advanced performance reporting to develop student-athletes, support coaches and compete at the highest level.
