Mr Braiden, who has been involved in inclusive rugby for about 15 years, says the graduation match at Hove Recreation Ground is “always quite a big thing in our annual calendar”.
Among those taking part was TJ, who has relished being part of the club.
“I was never really a sport kid growing up, and as someone with a lot of anxiety it has been so lovely to tap into a group that’s been both so supportive,” TJ said.
The Pink Pythons defeated the Emerald Pythons 22-17 on the day.
Fellow new recruit Sam says the team names resulted in the captains being known as “Elphaba and Glenda” from Wicked.