Weekly Rugby Commons II: What’s the use of touch rugby?

By Josh Rubin | Published: July 27, 2012

Welcome to the second edition of the Weekly Rugby Commons! Our question for the week is a vexing one, and one that many teams contend with. Touch rugby is an activity in which teams and players around the world engage. Some teams prefer one touch, others five (with the option of a kick on the fifth), […]

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Multi-dimensional athlete development

By Matt Trenary | Published: July 22, 2012

Unprompted by myself, James Wilber, former captain at the University of Michigan and current employee at USA Rugby, passed along his take on how to foster the retention of passionate rugby players as they inevitably phase out of serious competition. As always, if you have your own thoughts, pass them along. Thanks and enjoy! In […]

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Growing a culture

By Tyler Harrison | Published: July 20, 2012

People often ask me why I play rugby or how I got involved with the sport. I usually respond… “I fell in love instantly or it’s simply the best sport.” While these explanations are accurate, I often find myself neglecting the true reason I’m enamored with the sport… It creates better people. I believe rugby […]

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Weekly Rugby Commons I: Should domestic competitive advantage be a priority in US rugby?

By Josh Rubin | Published: July 19, 2012

Because the stated purpose of this site is to provide a common space for passionate American rugby players, coaches, and supporters to discuss the future of the game in this country, we wanted to make sure to offer a weekly open thread based on a question of wide relevance and interest. We encourage all comers […]

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Q&A: Justin Hickey on U20s and Clemson

By Matt Trenary | Published: July 12, 2012

Justin Hickey just concluded another stint as manager with the USA U20s. He’s also the head coach at Clemson where the team finished second to Maryland this past spring in the Atlantic Coast Rugby League.  I was able to take some time and talk to him about how both programs compare. MT: What was your […]

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