Monday, December 30, 2013

what the PRP can lead us to

even though the Pacific Rugby Premiership , PRP, has yet to have a single try scored IF successful way cant this be the path that USA rugby needs. this wait and see and cross fingers to see if someone with enough money comes along and starts up a league (NRFL), the PRP is smart to use established clubs not just with W's but with establishing them self's with local communities and establishing them selfs as power rugby clubs.

i truly believe that a combined effort by Canadian and USA rugby clubs is nothing but the better for both country unions. maybe it is a bit unethical to "break" away and take matters into there own hands but something had to be done, one good point rugbylaw made , before they went dark, if you look at the NHL or NBA none of them are affiliated with the National teams or draw money but in turn help with the devolpment of players that help better the national basketball team,dream team anyone? or the national hoey team.

if PRP if successful in developing the best competition for players to want to play in, and each club is able to establish them self's even more in there regions i cant see why they shouldn't aim to average 2-5k. which in turn would allow each club to slowly but surely pay players and coaches. money if you want to believe it or not does help raises one's playing ability and stride to want to be better which in turn will help separate those who are "good" players and "average".

i've used the AFL in the past as to how players could be paid for and how to start small and slow, this time i've come across the recent CBA that the NLL has struck with its palyers. what the PRP could begin to do once teams or the league begin to operate in the black is begin to sign players to pay per play contracts which could range from 100-300$ pending on club or league finances. now obviously paying 22-30 players on a team 100-300 dollars would be expensive right off the bat, so i suggest paying the non starting XV $75 and starting XV $100. this is all for starters of course, as the years move on pay could increase, but you could begin to get players to dedicate them selfs more to rugby and stay in fighting fit.

food for thought current NLL CBA has rookies making over 9k !. this is a league that averages between 9-10k fans a game and only has 9 teams.

it would also be great to see OPSB finally join the mix but because of vast distance and majority of clubs located in California and close ties to serevi  who's company now runs developmental camps for USAR I could understand why not to join. but what if the BC union clubs where also playing in the PRP, that would help bridge that gap to incorporate the entire west coast of N.America and possibly help get more D1 clubs in Oregon established.

In the end nothing will be different from the days of the super league unless each club and the league as a whole begin to act and treat themselves as professional clubs. I am not talking about going out and offer 40-60k dollar contracts but begin to get scores from games published in local newspapers, maybe put up a billboard or two in respective regions. start out reach programs to local communities. from NFL down to the MLS, and even AFL,NLL,MLL each league and team does some sort of connection with community. Maybe it sounds funny but car washes is a start, why not offer to host food drives, toy drives. also what these clubs need to do and make it a mission, spread rugby to as many youth kids as possible. Should make it a goal to introduce rugby to as many elementary schools, middle schools as possible. why not partner up with play rugby usa or rookie rugby? the reason why soccer is a rising sport and will eventually have the MLS sit at the table with NBA,NFL,MLB is because soccer is being played during PE time at elementary schools, MLS clubs are taking the time to go to schools and show kids proper technique give kids a bound and reason to want to beg mommy and daddy to take them to a game. If the PRP and its clubs are able to create a connection (lets face it if you are not part of this rugby community your pretty much in the dark about anything that has to do with rugby, many people out side of rugby let alone San Francisco aren't even aware of SFGG and its accomplishments in the past and you want to say rugby is the next big sport?) then you slowly begin to build a fan base a want and a need for your brand and club. maybe not in the first years but in year 4, year 5 clubs will being to see not just more butts in the stands but clubs wallets get fatter with green and product on the field become elevated because you being to give those in 4th or 5th grade a bar to strive for and a dream. How many of you out there wanted to be the best NFL or NBA player? now the dream is kids want to be the next David Beckham or Landon Donavon.

I wish the PRP the best of luck and will fallow closely, especially with two local clubs now involved SFGG and Olympic , I hope year 1 goes fairly well with not to many bumps in the road but look more forward to year 3 and 4. that's where we will see clubs ether stay or leave and possibly new clubs want to join in.

Friday, December 20, 2013

What does RUGBY mean to you?

Inspired by TIAR (this is American rugby) question a few weeks ago asking "why you love rugby" I have decided to finally lay it all out as to why I love rugby so much and what it means to me. It seems so easy to write but I've held back because of fear of offending people or worrying those I don't want to worry.

Growing up I attended public schooling for elementary and middle school, or to some Junior High. As we graduated from middle school I and my older siblings where blessed to be able to attend a private school on the other side of town (San Jose, ca) called Valley Christian High School. For me entering a new school, for which I was excited to attend at first, was scary but exciting. I saw it as a chance to rewrite who I am and create a new image along with new friends and have a chance at being "cool", like any typical teen ager wants to be. My first year I signed up to play football and tried to make friends from the team, guys I could eat lunch with, hang out with after school and so on. I played football my junior and senior year, never being anything more then a player on special teams. From day one attending school I never felt like I fit in with anyone. Even after playing football and doing two a days, spring practice, summer weight training, my biggest fear every day from the moment I started school to my last day my biggest fear was "who can or will eat lunch with me?".

I was almost never invited to parties, out side school events, let alone asked out to Sadie Hawkins dances all four years. Outside of school I never was asked to hang out or let alone would receive any form of communications from those who I thought where my "friends". As the years went on I began to notice from 8am-3pm I had "friends" but out side of that I was alone. I was not privilege like many at that school to spend my time going where ever I wanted to and spend what ever money, I did have my few friends who I went to school with in middle school to still hang out with and see on weekends but with time we each would slowly become more and more busy with our ever growing lives.

Finally shortly after my senior year of football I was approached by a fellow classmate asking if I would like to give RUGBY a try. After some convincing and slight pestering I decided to attend the fallowing practices and meetings for what was then known as the SOUTH BAY EXILES RFC. From the first pass I was hooked! as the practices and season went on I found my self slowly beginning to breath and dream Rugby. I was enjoying every second of that season, every second of practice, every hit during the game whether I was giving or receiving a hit. Our club consisted of players from Valley Christian and other local public schools, what was amazing was the fact that so many of us came from different back grounds and areas but yet we were able to come together and act like brothers in Arms. In Rugby there is no one star player, it takes all 15 players on the field to score, there is no dived of seniors or freshmen if you can play then you can play regardless of experience or grade level.

At about mid way through season my coach , Mike Annab pulled me aside in practice and asked "what position did you play in football? did you start?" I explained to him that in football the coaches have there set players who are "starters" and who are basically "bench warmers" and I was the second option. What he said next I wish I was told by so many other coaches, "I don't understand , you are so good you should of started". Rugby had given me a outlet to silence the voices in my head that I was a loner, a loser, a no body in a school that prides its self on school spirit and family environment. Rugby had given me a chance to show people how tough I can be and a outlet to release all my anger. From that team I was able to build new friendships and in fact one of my best friends is a guy who was younger then me but thanks to rugby were able to bound and still find time to grab a Pint or two. From there I was able to play a little bit with SJSU Rugby , just two fall seasons, blessed with the birth of my amazing daughter I had to hang the Boots up and be a father and make the money. I am grateful for them letting me play, also growing up my father and his brothers where (and still are) big Spartan Fans. So to able to play a new sport that I loved and also play for the college that I grew up rooting for my whole life, was in some ways a Dream come true.

Since then I was given a opportunity to coach at the High school level (U19) with newly formed Los Gatos Rugby, and continue to be involved with the club. I run a twitter account @LLRugby , Life Love Rugby , with a Facebook page . Rugby has become a major part in my daily life, from subscribing to Fox Soccer Plus to purely watch rugby games to constantly checking rugby websites to read up on any new developments. Half of my wardrobe consist of some form of rugby clothing. I've bought many rugby balls for my daughter to play with as she grows older and constantly bug my beautiful fiancé with nothing but rugby talk and new ideas to some how be involved with rugby. from ideas of starting a new men's club, to compliment the San Jose Seahawks to wanting to revive my old high school club. Bless her for putting up with me.

My biggest project I am currently working on, and yes with my fiancé blessing I should add,  is trying to start up a Rugby invitation to be played here in San Jose, California. I want to give back to the rugby community like it helped to give back my life when I was at my lowest point. I love Rugby very much, I want to see all youth programs grow and become big enough to start to rival many soccer (football) programs. I truly believe that Rugby is the rarest of all sports and most giving. countless stories of how rugby saved or helped change young kids lives, gotten them off the streets or helped them get to college. Rugby is if not only then the minority of sports that regardless of age or level of experience, ethnicity, religion, sexual preference, there is no separation but only family. I want to see the passion in players eyes that i grew up to see in my fellow team mates. Silicon Valley Rugby Classic is my project, my tool to help give local youth programs, new or old a chance to connect to the communities.

thank you for taking time to read, This is Why i love rugby, this is what Rugby means to me.

Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Mexico begins preperation for NACRA 2014 xv's



Of the 45 players called to this concentration, two of them are newly promoted to the higher grade and seven are still M19 (four of them are 17) players. These nine players are considered a development group. The fact that the average age of the team is so young players contemplate M19 is looking to build a team for the future and give them time to fellowship and play together to generate a solid structure in the medium and long term.

January 31 to February 2 - concentration with 30 players
April - concentration combined with 30 players with two international matches (dates to be confirmed in the window of 5-26 April).
May 17 - Mexico vs Bahamas, Bahamas
June 7 - Mexico vs Jamaica in Jamaica
June 28 - Mexico vs Turks and Caicos
Called List:
GonzaloMatias PonsRFC Blackthunder
ErikCastleRFC Blackthunder
MiguelCarnerRFC Blackthunder
PascalNadaudRFC Blackthunder
ChristianHenningRFC Blackthunder
CarlosPrietoRFC Blackthunder
HugoRodríguezRFC Blackthunder
LuisRosete HallyboneRFC Blackthunder
DamianAriasRFC Blackthunder
SantiagoDe la VegaRFC Blackthunder
AndrewRodríguezRFC Blackthunder
RobertoCalderonWolves Rugby Guadalajara
Carlos AntonioDiaz-Barriga SusarreyWolves Rugby Guadalajara
IgnacioHernandez ObesoWolves Rugby Guadalajara
GabrieleNanniWolves Rugby Guadalajara
DiegoGutiérrezWolves Rugby Guadalajara
DiegoNavarreseWolves Rugby Guadalajara
MizaelI loredoMonterrey Cumiyais RFC
FharidSamanoMonterrey Cumiyais RFC
EugenioI loredoMonterrey Cumiyais RFC
RigelGalindoMonterrey Cumiyais RFC
José RaúlReyesMonterrey Cumiyais RFC
MaxDouekTazmania RFC
SimonPierreTazmania RFC
AlexanderChavezTazmania RFC
EmilianoJiménez SánchezTazmania RFC
DanielNoriegaTazmania RFC
SebastianDiazTazmania RFC
MaximilianoMartinezTazmania RFC
AlvaroHeronWallabies RFC
Alberto RuizLuca de TenaWallabies RFC
PedroLeitaoWallabies RFC
GonzaloTaddeiWallabies RFC
DiegoRamirezJaguars RFC
EugenioBezanillaJaguars RFC
JeffreyClarkeQuerétaro
DiegoRiesCoyotes
LuisHernándezUNAM Pumas Rugby
BryanTarabusiHammerheads
Juan PabloTeranITESM Puebla
RobertoBurgosOld Aztecs - Tijuana Ravens RC
Jose de JesusAlvarezBees Guanajuato
DavidTobiasLion Warriors
Juan ManuelCeja MatamorosTemplars RFC
AnthonyGil HernandezTigers Buenavista
Coaching Staff:
Heriberto Lachica: Manager
Ruben Duque: Coach / Trainer
McDonald Tamaha Manager Backs
Maximiliano Douek: Assistant Coach Scrum
Luis Santos: Athletic Trainer
Maria Fernanda Ortiz: Nutritionist

Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Monday, December 16, 2013

Help Collegiate /Elite women's rugby club to Las Vegas

Open letter from Elizabeth Entwhistle , Twitter: @LizEntwhistle

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Hello,

I am bringing 2 rugby teams with college players and club players from around the US and players from around the world to the Las Vegas Invitational (part of the USA 7s tournament LAS VEGAS which is a stop on the IRB series around the world, HSBC 7'S SERIES ). Most of our team has international experience but some players are younger collegiate all-stars on their way up who will have their first exposure to this level of play. While we seek to win and play at the highest level, it's also important to continue the camaraderie and spirit of the game that make rugby unique - to ensure the social traditions also continue and that we pass along the goodwill to the younger generation of players.
We're looking for jersey/short sponsors, to help defray the costs of such a trip. Our team is meeting in Vegas on the Wednesday prior to tournament play in order to have a training session (and the Elite team will have another practice on Thursday with some guest coaches) and the Open players will have their tournament on Thursday/Friday while the Elite team plays Friday/Saturday/Sunday. We'd play Sunday in the big stadium if we make the championship match which is very possible... just need to beat the Mexico and Japanese national teams and we should!
Our estimated expenses are $500 per players plus their own flights. This includes the tournament entry fees, 5 hotel nights, ground transportation, food/electrolyte tablets/performance gels, access to a trainer/chiropractor/medical supplies, ice baths, and our team jerseys/shorts/hooded sweatshirts/long sleeve tech tees. It also covers our entry into the men's tournament and any sponsors will help some of us surprise the college girls with tickets as most don't have the budget for that added expense. And a team dinner or two prior to our games wouldn't hurt!
Any support is appreciated and we'll place logos on jerseys (6 max) and shorts (2 max) starting at $200. We've had 2 spots taken so far and 2 more pending and the larger donations will receive more prominent placements. We will also include social media mentions on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and more as a thank you to our donors. Finally, we are seeking out some blogging opportunities and publications to feature news about our team, too!

We also have a donation website through gofundme.com where interested parties can donate smaller amounts too: http://www.gofundme.com/starsrugby7s

Thank you,
Liz Entwhistle
414 377 1756

Sunday, December 8, 2013

Inspired South Africa win Nelson Mandela Bay Rugby Sevens

Not to good looking

So far through three rounds team usa has not produce the results i think we all where hoping for, lets be honest we where hoping for cup final but non the less to only produce 4 wins and 11 loses while Spain is closing in and Canada pulling away , you have to think this gap between South Africa and Las Vegas ,Hawkins is gonna have to right the ship and start to turn the season around .

13th: canada 14 pts
14th: united state 9 pts
15th: spain 4 pts
16th: Russia 1pt.

 Vegas pools:
 pool A:
South Africa










Kenya










Wales










Canada

pool B:
New Zealand










Fiji










Australia










Scotland

pool C:
Samoa










Portugal










England










Uruguay

pool D:
Argentina










France










United States










Spain

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

This Is American Rugby: Boise State Improving On And Off The Pitch

great read about the Boise St. rugby program and progress being made
This Is American Rugby: Boise State Improving On And Off The Pitch: Boise State are off to a solid start this year in the Northwest Collegiate Rugby Conference and have scored a bunch of tries in the proc...

Monday, November 25, 2013

Sunday, November 24, 2013

National 7's winners

2013 USA 7's national competition is now in the books. there was some great games and learning chances for new clubs to the 7's world. Now its time to sit back, and wait till CRC kicks off.

Men's_______________
Cup - Arkansas state
Arkansas st.34 -12 St.Marys

Plate-Life
Life 22- 0 Davenport

Bowl -  Arizona State
Arizona st. 22 - 21 San Diego St.

Shield - South Carolina
South Carolina 17 -12  Colorado St.

Women's ________

Cup - Norwich
Norwich 17 - 10 James Madison

Plate - Indiana
Indiana 12 - 5 Davenport

Bowl- Texas
Texas 14 - 12 Virgina 

Shield- Princeton
Princeton 22 - 0 Clemson

Saturday, November 23, 2013

This Is American Rugby: Preview: Eagles, Russia Renew Rivalry

This Is American Rugby: Preview: Eagles, Russia Renew Rivalry:   With a win against Russia the Eagles will put together their first winning streak since 2009 when they beat Georgia in the Bowl final...

Friday, November 22, 2013

Try and Tackle podcast – November 21

This week, PJ is joined by Kim Donaldson of the Canadian women’s team for an in-depth chat about the recently completed tour of Europe, a look ahead to the off-season and the plan for the 2014 Women’s Rugby World Cup

Try and Tackle podcast – November 21

This Is American Rugby: Colby Rugby Needs Your Help To Save Program

This Is American Rugby: Colby Rugby Needs Your Help To Save Program:   The Colby College rugby program will be shut down at the end of the 2014 spring season unless students and alumni are able to get the...

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

- Spartans Heading To Nationals -


In the last four decades of San Jose State University Rugby there have been some highs and some lows. But by far this is the best news the Rugby club has received. After playing in qualification tournament and winning they will now be moving on to nationals this coming weekend and representing SJSU on one of the biggest stages for College Clubs in the USA.

club president Jeremy Bielby was kind enough to answer some quick question's and give us all a taste of what lies ahead for 7s program at SJSU 

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~LLR: In the past SJSU has played some 7’s rugby in the summer time, what makes this year so different from the past?

~JB: SJSU has not ever had an official 7's team until this fall. In the past SJSU students come summer time join various clubs around the bay area and southern California depending on if they go home or not for summer. This year SJSU determined that to compete on a bigger scale and be a more competitive program it was necessary to create an SJSU 7's program.

~LLR: What was the process for this fall season for SJSU to prepare for 7’s tournaments and also dealing with XV’s Pre-season matches?

~JB: The preparation that went into 7's up until the tournaments was not too much different than our 15's program. Many of the skills and game plans to an extent transfer across from 15's to 7's well. We did make sure to devote some time each week to focus on a 7's team and separate those players from the 15's program. This allowed the selected 7's players to learn one another's style and how to play together as a team and to learn the 7's game plan.

~LLR: What can we expect from SJSU in the 7’s world down the road?

~JB: SJSU and 7's has had some great success so far this season especially for never having a 7's program before and I think it will continue to be a part of rugby at SJSU down the road but most likely just be in the fall semester.

~LLR: What does going to nationals mean for SJSU rugby club, what are your goals going into nationals

~JB: Going to nationals for SJSU rugby is one of the biggest things that have happened to the club in its 41 years and especially in my 4 years with the club. It is great to be acknowledged on a national level and to be competing with the top 24 rugby clubs in the nation. Our goal is to at least win our first pool and advance and of course win the whole thing.

~LLR: What does the Club need help with and how can the Public help with travel expenses?

~JB: The club would greatly appreciate donations to help with travel costs. As SJSU Rugby is not a NCAA sport the funding from the school is not very much and is not receiving any extra from the school to help pay for travel costs to nationals. The club is a non-profit and donations can be made online at http://sjsurugby.com

*as of 11/19/13 SJSU Rugby is $3,000 shy of total funding needed

 

This Is American Rugby: A Fallen Rugger Needs Your Help

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Friday, November 15, 2013

SVRC

 I am trying to get a Rugby event off the ground in my Home town but am having issues with funding. even though this is aimed Rugby union I am very much a USA Rugby League fan and would love to have next year event host a rugby league game. can i get some love and help just as low as $5 would help our so much: History begins-be a part of it Silicon Valley Rugby Classic

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

This Is American Rugby: Elite Cup Facing Tough Decisions

This Is American Rugby: Elite Cup Facing Tough Decisions: Details surround the make up of next year's Elite Cup are still being discussed. Who is participating and how many matches will be ...

Monday, November 11, 2013

Bar-Americas

what if we north Americans had our own version of the "lions" or barbarians? when I say north Americans I am talking about north America as a whole. I'm not going to go into the financial side of things because I just don't know the budget for all the unions in nacra. And I understand that if not all but most of the starting xv's from USA-Canada will not want to participate. But why not bring in players from the teams part of the ARC?
In the first few years just use USA and Canada players, travel to Mexico and schedule to play 3-4 matches against clubs with two games against national team. One key problem especially for USA players is there's just not enough meaningful games to get those 2nd half xv players in and really test there skills. It's time these unions in NACRA start working together and turn this region into a rugby hot bed. Look at sanzar, because all three work together they are able to produce if not the best club rugby the best national players. similar to the lions instead of every year assembly having these matches spread through out a few years would give new players coming up the ranks chances to prove them selfs and give them selfs something to strive for, a side from starting on national teams. also gives unions time to assemble proper finances, facilities and sponsors to make each event successful. picture if you can a north american Baa-baa's. with players from usa,canada and a player or two from mexico,uruguay and maybe Bermuda. traveling to play ether starting xv or select side fiji in a three game serious while also playing 2nd side teams from NZ super rugby as fillers. then 3 years after that going down south to play brazil or argentina starting xv. its a dream i know but also another avenue that all NACRA unions should consider. over time it could become something successful and call upon normal starting XV players to want to play on. understanding that of course making a splash and successful as the LIONS is never going to be reached, but we owe it to our selfs to make rugby better and to at lest TRY.

Thursday, November 7, 2013

This Is American Rugby: Opening Kick

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This Is American Rugby: Opening Kick

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Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Monday, November 4, 2013

World Cup TV: Wales v USA Highlights

and the Cinderella story continues

http://www.youtube.com/v/BuOYcDJPxUQ?version=3&autohide=1&autoplay=1&showinfo=1&attribution_tag=ngfNae7mpGJW57cHObi3Iw&autohide=1&feature=share

Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Monday, October 28, 2013

Offical Silicon Valley Rugby Classic

fianlly after months of trying to get this finalized , and much thanks to my brother ricardo sarabia and wifes friend for getting the ball rolling, have finished the offical logo for SVRC.

please there is still time to donate and help out, as low as $5 and you can be listed as a founder.
First person to donate $100 will also receive a Rugby fights cancer ball a personal video from me thanking you and acknowledgement during half time of the Game

http://www.gofundme.com/siliconvalleyrugbyclassic





Friday, October 25, 2013

Local Clubs merge

Santa Clara youth rugby has now merged with Silicon valley Rugby.
 Santa Clara who held club from u8-u14 will  not be a direct feeder for Silicon valley who is only a u19 club. this is great news for those of us local and who know better that in this day and age in order for rugby clubs to survive past a certain point in there life there has to be a established youth system to feed into.

"Motivated by a shared philosophy and approach to coaching youth rugby, Silicon Valley Rugby (SVRFC) and Santa Clara Youth Rugby (SCYR) have merged. As a high school club, Silicon Valley RFC was looking to expand down into the middle school division. At the same time, Santa Clara Youth Rugby was looking to expand up into the middle school division. The result - a single, continuous club rugby experience from kindergarten through high school!

Rest assured, the coaches from both clubs are continuing in the same capacity they had with their previous teams. Administratively, we will be using the SVRFC name for branding purposes while leveraging the SCYR charter and financials. For now, the older divisions will wear red and the younger divisions will wear blue. "

click here to learn/read more---->   santa clara youth rugby

Los Gatos Rugby promo


Monday, October 14, 2013

Welsh clubs want more cash to break away

ESPN Staff    From ESPN SCRUM
October 14, 2013
Welsh teams are set to ask for a bigger share of the spoils in return for ditching the Heineken Cup and throwing in their lot with the breakaway Champions' Cup according to a report in the Rugby Paper.
As it stands, projected income will only leave the clubs around £100,000 better off than they are in the current system - the paper estimates they get £1.3 million now - and it is felt that their as their participation is a key part of making the new event credible, they should get more of the income.
The English and French clubs leading the breakaway will make around £1.7 million each from the new competition and it is expected the Welsh will ask for the same when talks resume this week.
It is looking increasingly likely the Celtic unions will agree to back the new competition rather than be left with the shell of the Heineken Cup as it stands.
The Rugby Paper quoted an unnamed English source as saying "there is a reluctant acceptance of what we are doing … [there is a] realisation that what we are proposing is not as revolutionary as it sounds.
"The Unions might now recognise that this new competition is beneficial to everyone. There will be significantly more for all the competing teams."

USA ARC SQUAD ANNOUNCED

Mike tolkin has named his squad to face Canada in the next round of the ARC. some changes have been made to the squad who faced Argentina.

USA Selects to face Canada Oct 15, 8pm PT
1 Nick Wallace
2 Phillip Thiel
3 Chris Sullivan
4 Tai Tuisamoa
5 Graham Harriman
6 Daniel Barrett
7 Derek Asbun
8 Cameron Dolan
9 Shaun Davies
10 Toby L’Estrange
11 Tim Maupin
12 Mile Pulu
13 Chris Chapman
14 Ed Mills
15 Joe Cowley

Reserves
16 Cameron Falcon
17 Shawn Pittman
18 Titi Lamositele
19 John Cullen
20 Trevor Cassidy
21 Chris Saint
22 Peter Moala
23 Maximo De Achaval

This Is American Rugby: An Analysis Of The Eagles Shield Win

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Friday, October 11, 2013

MEXICO- New Development Officer for the Central Region

There has been a new addition to the operational team of the Mexican Federation of Rugby in the Central Region. 
Central Region  
Gonzalo Pons happens to occupy the post of National Development Officer for the Central Region. As part of a restructuring of staff, replaces Rubén Gonzalo Duque, who in turn will be devoted to the National Teams of 15s Manly Mayor M19 and well as National Training Manager.
The incorporation of Gonzalo is immediate and is available at:
[E] centro@mexrugby.com This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
[T] (+52 55) 2973 0020
 

Silicon Valley Rugby Classic update

SILICON VALLEY RUGBY CLASSIC

Going over recalculations and have come to realize that the original goal set to reach is far more then needed, and now a new lesser more realistic Goal for funding has been set. please continue to support and give to Silicon Valley Rugby Classic. any size counts.

I have also Re-worked the various reward levels into a more realistic options.

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Please feel free to add your self's to the event list, and hit GOING or MAYBE. also be sure to add as many friends as you like. Facebook event- Silicon Valley Rugby Classic

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Monday, October 7, 2013

WELCOME TO SANTA CRUZ RED HAWKS

SANTA CRUZ RED HAWKS    : We are a family-oriented club dedicated to giving your kids a fun experience playing a truly international sport. We not only want your kids to enjoy playing Rugby, we want your whole family to enjoy the experience. You can become involved as much or as little as you want to be.


Article back from April: YOUTH RUGBY COMES TO SANTA CRUZ COUNTY


Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Top 10 reasons to play rugby

  • 1Rugby Funfun

  • 2Rugby FunNo try outs

  • 3Rugby FunNo cuts

  • 4Rugby FunEveryone plays

  • 5Rugby FunPositive coaching

  • 6Rugby FunEmphasis on safety

  • 7Rugby FunPlayer development

  • 8Rugby FunPromotes good sportsmanship

  • 9Rugby FunHigh quality coaches 

    10Rugby FunStrong club spirit

Monday, September 30, 2013

This Is American Rugby: Grand Prix Launches New League

This Is American Rugby: Grand Prix Launches New League:   Take this for what this is worth, but the Grand Prix 7's is back in the news after issuing a new press release . According to t...

Monday, September 23, 2013

Some Tid-Bits from around the Bay Rugby scene

first off let me just say sorry if i miss some information or events/games coming up, only means i was not aware.

High school/ youth:

Los gatos and many youth clubs have registration now open and opening in the coming weeks. please feel free to check out any number of the clubs in the area, and contact each individual in charge if you have any questions,comment, or concerns.

also Los gatos youth rugby will be starting a santa cruz based u19 club if you live in the area and wish to give rugby a try. and all/any female player interested regardless of age is welcome to join ether club.

~ LOS GATOS RUGBY

~ SANTA CLARA YOUTH RUGBY

SOUTH VALLEY RUGBY BUCKS

PLEASANTON RUGBY

SILICON VALLEY RUGBY

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COLLEGE:

San Jose State Rugby host St.Lawrence (Austrailia) @ East field, Spartan stadium in san jose ca.

CAL and many others will be taking part in the up coming west coast  7's tournament


Tuesday, September 17, 2013

Monday, September 9, 2013

This Is American Rugby: Tiger Rugby Partners With SFGG

This Is American Rugby: Tiger Rugby Partners With SFGG: Tiger Rugby continues to expand. The announcement came through Tiger Rugby's Facebook page . Tiger Rugby has been expanding their n...

Monday, September 2, 2013

THE 75's

The american outlawsSam's Army  two supporter groups for USA soccer that have time and time again come through and offer usa a great home field advantage regardless of venue through out the country, seattle, Columbus, Portland, Chicago, Kansas city. we all know there are plenty of issues going on on the field and plenty of politics going on behind the scenes but what about in the stands. USA soccer has Crew stadium as a go to place to play matches when support is needed. USA rugby hasnt necessarily packed the house in various venues. so far we have huston as perfect location the last two years, charleston has done good but out side of those two locations what else has there been? Santa Clara hosted a few years back and had over 10k show up and from what i can recall there was hardly any advertisement done for the game and if there had been half the effort given to it like in Huston im sure there could of been even more to show up.

what i am mainly writing about is why don't we the fans passionate or just casual create a supporters group for the eagles, something where fans alike can meet up and gather together before home games, organize meetings at local bars or resturnats for those of us who have little ones. the AO's each have a go to pub to watch soccer matches at and if are to get more people turned on to rugby and show networks that there is a demand then we should each localy begin to organize with each other and have a place of gatherings for each test match or major set of games, six nations, rugby championship or Heineken cup finals.

im not saying lets build TIFO's and bring smoke bombs to games, although it wouldn't hurt , but rather lets better organize our self's for the betterment of our country, for all four major national teams, give them a home advantage worthy of our foes to be afraid of.

i hope to create a Facebook page dedicated to such thing and I am suggesting The 75's as a name, but open to better choices of course. 75 for the creation of USA Rugby organization.

thoughts are welcomed

PAC WEST RUGBY

PAC WEST RUGBY CONFRENCE   

Welcome to the Pacific West Rugby Conference.  The Conference was set up in 2012 with the change to the collegiate USA Rugby structure.  The Conference is a Division 1 AA conference and competes for the USA Rugby National Rugby Competition.  The Conference covers the region on Northern California and Northern Nevada. The teams that are included in the Conference are the following:
  1. San Jose State Spartans
  2. Chico State University
  3. UC Santa Cruz
  4. San Francisco State University
  5. Stanford University
  6. Fresno State University
  7. University of Nevada, Reno
The winner of the Conference automatically qualifies for the USA Rugby Div 1 AA National Championship that will be held in May.


Sunday, September 1, 2013

UNITED YOUTH RUGBY

UNITED YOUTH RUGBY is dedicated to growing youth rugby within the USA. There are thousands of enthusiast rugby followers within the USA that would love to start a youth rugby club, but do not know how to do it.

How do you recruit? How do you get fields? How do you screen and certify coaches? How do you register players? What are the pitfalls of starting clubs? Do I need EMTS? What administrative work do I need to do?

United Youth Rugby takes care all of these issues and allows volunteers to coach rugby.

clubs associated with UYR :  LOS GATOS YOUTH RUGBY  along with a new team co created by Los Gatos and those in Santa Cruz , ca.   Red Hawks, San jose youth rugby Warriros.