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See the World Through Rugby Sevens

Emil Signes was kind enough to write an article for the 2012 Surfside Sevens Program.

When I first played 7s, in 1969, I thought it was an odd game, especially for slow people like me. When I first coached it, in 1977, it was a great way to spend a summer day out, and when my team won its first-ever major tournament (the 1978 Ontario Sevens), I knew a good sevens day could produce quite a rush.

In 1986, I was appointed coach to the US National Men’s Sevens Team. The first international sevens trip I took — Hong Kong and Australia ­— was the longest and most exotic trip of my rugby life to date, but ­— as I was to find out later — I hadn’t seen nothin’ yet.

Nazareth Downs Syracuse in 7s Action

FAIRFIELD, CT – Nazareth sophomores Dylan Fairchild and Rashawn Bowen each scored a try in the second half to lead the Nazareth rugby team to a 24-12 victory over Syracuse University Saturday at the Liberty Rugby Conference (LRC) tournament. Nazareth dropped early matches to Brown (38-0) and American International (17-5) before winning the match against the Orangemen.

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Saratoga Takes the 2024 Bermuda Intl 7s

Saratoga Jockeys lived up to pre-tournament expectations by defeating Dartmouth College 17-14 to win the Bermuda International Sevens college division at the National Sports Centre’s North Field on Saturday in Bermuda.

Playing for the first time in the annual event, the select side made up of under-23 college students from the United States and England, came in as one of the favorites despite the players along with previous winners Dartmouth (2016) and Norwich University (2019). Another pre-tournament favorite Iona University finished.

Staples Rugby Showcase & Combine

It’s one month to the 4th Annual Staples Rugby Showcase & Combine, co-hosted with the DC Old Glory and the New England Freejacks!

This event is being held on Saturday, February 10, 2024 from 12 noon to 4 PM. They anticipate over 150 players and 70 coaches from the tri-state area and beyond. 

There's no cost to register as a coach, $75 per player: Showcase Coaches Registration »

Contact Jennie Lupinacci if you have any questions and we look forward to hosting you and your staff in February

Atlantis takes 1st and 2nd at Grenada World 7s

For the 2nd year in a row, Atlantis mean and women play in the finals. "It has been a great week. Old and new friends. Amazing players and coaches and friends and family," said coach Chris Ryan.

Caribbean 7s in the Spice Isle of the Caribbean

With humble beginnings in Trinidad in the 1980s, the ‘Caribbean 7s’ started out as an annual tournament, primarily with local and regional competition. It continued until 2010, when it was revived by a group of rugby enthusiasts and the help of the Tobago Rugby Club.

William Webb Ellis

An ol' pal and teammate Jim Fraivillig sent an email today to my coach George Betzler. The email announced the 200th birthday of the famed William Webb Ellis. Ellis, of course, is the rebel who picked up the pill and ran down the pitch. Ironically, I played like a rebel and George spent his time on the sidelines trying to keep me between the lines. It was a great time in our lives.

Alex Doyling returns to Bermuda

Colourful jerseys, rippling muscles, violent collisions, grunts, groans, bumps, bruises, taunts, accolades, and points galore were just some of the items on display at the Bermuda International Rugby 7s Tournament.

Catching up with the Norwich Cadets

Catching up with the Cadets, a Norwich University sports feature, highlighted the Norwich Rugby team. The program rucked their way down to the NU Dog River Rugby Pitch to meet up with the men's rugby team during a training session on Thursday, October 15th. Senior Will Rambin (Fairfax, Va.) was mic'd up for the practice and delivered us some gold teaching moments throughout the training session as he worked with his fellow teammates on form and skill development.

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Almost Heaven 7s -Who Needs a Team?

Almost Heaven 7s is still accepting full teams to compete, but they are also offering a miscellaneous team composed of individual players whose teams are unable to attend but still want to play a little rugby. We think that is a cool idea. For a $10 fee you can just head to Fairmont to attend I am attaching a link for the individual registration. Details are also available on the link.

And ... refunds will still be available due to bad weather. 

Sign up for the individual registration to play »

Danny Giannascoli and Loyola Univ MD Look to Return to Bermuda

Loyola Univ MD, coached by 7s guru Matt Cipriano, is headed back to Bermuda after a strong 2019 showing.

Norwich Rugby's Epic 2019 Rugby Season

Norwich Rugby wins the sweet 16 four years in a row in 2019. Norwich Rugby's success is based on teamwork and brotherhood.

Special Hotel Deal for 2020 Ariel Re Bermuda Intl 7s

If you are looking to escape the frigid temperatures on the Eastern seaboard of the US and Canada, the Fairmount Southampton has the answer – with its special room rate set for friends and families of players participating in the 2020 Ariel Re Bermuda International 7s.

Norwich Rugby Downs Furman and advance to Final Four

GREENVILLE, S.C. - The Norwich University men's rugby team rallied from three different 17-point deficits to pull off a dramatic 60-41 overtime victory over Furman University in the 2019 USA Rugby Division II National Tournament Quarterfinals.

Top 10 Bermudian Activities for Athletes

While Bermuda is well-known for being the place for a relaxing vacation, it has plenty of activities for adventurers and athletes. Here are our top 10 favorites to try while on the island!

Reserve a Spot at the 2020 Ariel Re Bermuda International 7s

Reserve a spot in the Ariel Re Bermuda International 7s in March 2020. The tournament is set to hold Men and Women's collegiate and high school sevens teams.

Featuring Liquid Rugby

URugby ran into Liquid Rugby at the recent, hugely successful, Philly 7s. We like what we saw.

Flag Rugby Wins at Philly 7s

Yes there were teams from all over the country - men and women - but it was the flag rugby teams from Narberth, PA, Blackthorn and Coventry that made the day at the Philly 7s on Saturday.

Just a couple days left to register for Philly 7s

Only a couple more days left to register. Local teams from all over the tri-state area will play for a chance to defeat teams they normally don't see. Come celebrate 7s of all skill levels with everyone from the east coast, Texas and beyond. If you love 7s no matter what the level, Philly 7s is your home.

NAV 7s to bring Speed Size and Experience to the Philly 7s

The NAV 7s coaching staff, including Justin-Kyle (JK) Anderson, Chase Suzenevich, and Robert Bortins, is keyed up to compete in Philly. 

Dallas Reds Will Try To Qualify at Philly 7s

The Dallas Reds plan to travel to Philadelphia at the end of June to seal a trip to the USA Rugby national 7s.

Men's Pool Announced for USA Rugby College 7s National Championship

TUCSON, Arizona – The Norwich University men's rugby team will head back to the USA Rugby Division II College 7s National Championship for the third straight year in search of its first national title.

Columbia RFC Reaches New Heights at Bermuda Intl 7s

With the injection of a strong freshman core and two football converts, Columbia University Rugby Football Club unleashed their true potential in Bermuda this past March.

Rugby PA Hosts College Fair for HS Rugby Players

Rugby Pennsylvania is hosting their first ever College Fair for high school rugby players during their Spring State Championship on May 18-19 on the Penn State Berks campus.

Humber College / Norwich Win in Bermuda

Humber College, a varsity program from Toronto, proved as strong, fast and organized as predicted winning an extremely well contested final against Bermuda. Bermuda Women gave the Hawks all they could handle scoring first to take a 5-0 lead. Humber played tenacious defense all weekend. Their D proved to be too much for the Longtails of Bermuda. In the end it was Humber 22 Bermuda 5. Humber's Seconds defeated Colgate for third. Humber was impressive all weekend.

Teams Set to Battle at 2019 Ariel Re Bermuda Intl 7s

The final roster is in! In the biggest year yet, the 2019 Ariel Re Bermuda Intl 7s will host host 20 collegiate men's and women's teams and 6 U10s, U11s, U12s, U13s, U14s, U16s, and U18s teams at the National Sports Centre, Bermuda’s premier sporting event venue.

Chesapeake Collegiate Rugby Brings Select Side to Bermuda in 2019

In a bigger and better event than all previous years, the 2019 Bermuda International 7s welcomes the Chesapeake Collegiate Rugby Conference's Select Side to compete against other high ranking rugby teams across the United States, Canada and Bermuda.

Go Surfing at Horseshoe Bay Beach

A popular tourist destination, Horseshoe Bay Beach is named for its unique curving shape that highlights Bermuda's unreal clear blue waters and pink sand shore. Located on the South Shore, Horseshoe Bay Beach offers a multitude of activities for vacationing adults.

Teams Bring Promising Competition To Bermuda

As teams start to register for the 2019 Bermuda International 7s tournament, several universities have already committed to compete for the Cup on March 15 - 16, 2019.

Norwich falls 29-26 to Queens University in USA Rugby Round of 16

GREENVILLE, N.C. - The Norwich University men's rugby team dropped a 29-26 heartbreaker to Queens University of Charlotte on Saturday morning in the USA Rugby Division II National Tournament Round of 16. 

Reserve a Spot at 2019 Bermuda International 7s

Reserve a spot in the Bermuda International 7s in the spring 2019 today. The tournament is set to hold Men and Women's collegiate and high school sevens teams.

Norwich rallies past UMass Lowell 19-13, advances to Rugby Northeast finals

LOWELL, Mass. - The Norwich University men's rugby team advanced to the Rugby Northeast Championship game with a come-from-behind 19-13 victory over UMass Lowell on Saturday morning in the semifinal round of the playoffs.

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Schuylkill River Wins 2018 Blue Ball 7s

Middletown, DE -- After ranking just behind Beltway after Pool play, Schuylkill River went on to defeat the Washington-based squad by a score of 26-19 in the final.

Rugby Sevens and the US: Past, Present and Future

Below is an article written by Emil Signes for URugby. The article appeared in URugby's official Surfside Sevens 10th anniversary program on July 20th 2013.

UNH LT. Scott Miley Memorial 7s Results

On Saturday April 14, 2018, Norwich University traveled to UNH for LT Scott Miley Memorial 7s Tournament with two sides. Norwich's first side won the LT. Scott Miley Memorial 7s 2018 Tier 1 Bowl Championship by defeating UNH, 40-10.

AIC / Kutztown Win 2018 Ariel Re Bermuda Intl 7s

In a surprise finish, AIC, narrowly defeated Bermuda in the women's final. The close finish electrified the hometown fans as AIC had dominated play all weekend. In the men's final, Kutztown controlled the tempo and the final victory was seemingly never in doubt. KU 24 - Bermuda All-stars 12.

All Set for Ariel Re Bermuda Intl 7s

The long anticipated Ariel Re Bermuda Intl 7s is fast approaching. Tournament starts this Friday evening, 3:00p EST (4:00p ADT). Stay informed with the latest scores and highlights on URugby.com.

Ariel Re Continues to Support Rugby in Bermuda

For the fourth year in a row, Ariel Re has claimed title sponsorship for the annual high school and collegiate 7s tournament held in Bermuda every March. In addition to sponsoring the annual tournament, Ariel Re has been a main sponsor for the Beyond Rugby program in Bermuda for the last six years. The program has done an impressive job of getting kids involved in the sport of rugby, especially in local middle and high schools. 

Narberth Otters Win Frostbite 15s for Second Year

The Narberth Otters won the Frostbite 15s Tournament in Lancaster over the weekend with victories over Unionville, Hempfield, and Chambersburg. Traveling with only 17 players, a few of whom were rookies, meant that Narberth had their work cut out for them on the day.

Saturday is a Rugby Day in Wilkes-Barre PA

Deric Grohowski is a key player in the cog that is the Wilkes-Barre PA Breakers. This story below caught our eye this morning so we thought we'd share. As Deric so eloquently points out rugby is different. Those of us who love the sport know of Deric's feelings too well. Good on you Deric. Your love of the game is shared by many of us.

Major League Rugby Announces New York United

NEW YORK (February 13, 2018) -- Rugby United New York (RUNY) will join Major League Rugby as an associate member, the league announced today. New York’s first professional rugby team will play an exhibition schedule in 2018 before playing a full MLR schedule beginning in 2019. 

More Teams Commit to 2018 Bermuda Intl 7s

With the tournament fast approaching, more rugby teams have committed to traveling to Bermuda on March 16-17 to compete in the 2018 Ariel Re Bermuda Intl 7s. Ohio State, Ithaca and Colgate have now joined the ranks of attending teams as they announced their commitment to attend. 

Go Swimming at Jobson's Cove

Nestled within the vibrant island oasis of Bermuda is a hidden beach called Jobson's Cove. This tiny stretch of exquisite pink sand sits surrounded by a looming rock cliff that almost completely encircles the sand, creating an idyllic lagoon.

The Benefits of Beyond Rugby Bermuda

Like Nathan Morgan, many players on both the men and women's Bermuda All Stars teams owe their success to the Beyond Rugby program. 

Explore the Scenic Railway Trail in Bermuda

Getting around Bermuda is an easy feat, with transportation readily available everywhere. But what should you do when you want to get out of the bustling city of Hamilton? Slow down and unwind by walking, jogging or bicycling along the famous Railway Trail.

AIC Women's Rugby Commits to 2018 Bermuda 7s Tournament

The American International College (AIC) is sending their women's rugby team to Bermuda to play against the Bermuda All-Stars Women in March. 

Ariel Re Announced as Bermuda Intl 7s Title Sponsor

For the third year in a row, Ariel Re has claimed title sponsorship for the annual high school and collegiate 7s tournament to be held in Bermuda on March 16-17, 2018. Ariel Re has been the title sponsor for the annual Bermuda 7s tournament since its inception in 2016.

Bermuda Rugby Spotlighted in the Guardian

Former WWE wrestler and Smackdown champion John Layfield has stepped off the mat and onto the rugby pitch. In a partnership between the Bermuda Rugby Football Union and The Family Centre Bermuda, Layfield founded the Beyond Rugby Bermuda program, bringing after school homework academy structure, rugby training and family support services to the island's disadvantaged communities.

Notre Dame Set To Attend 2018 Ariel Re Bermuda Intl 7s

The University of Notre Dame officially announced their attendance at the 2018 Ariel Re Bermuda Intl 7s tournament next March. Set to play against teams like St. Joe's, Stony Brook and Kutztown, the Irish need to fight hard if they want to go home with the title. 

Explore Underwater Reefs at Church Bay Beach

Want an secluded adventure through Bermuda's rockier waters? Church Bay Beach may be the perfect spot for you — great for snorkeling, exploring aquatic life, and sightseeing.

There's Still Time to Register For The 2018 Ariel Re Bermuda Intl 7s

Spots are filling fast! Don’t miss this opportunity to compete in historic Hamilton, Bermuda. The tournament is set to hold Men and Women's collegiate and high school sevens teams.

Get a jump on spring and join the Bermuda Rugby Football Union for great rugby in a world-class venue on March 16-17, 2018. Several universities have already committed to compete, including Kutztown University, University of Notre Dame, Stony Brook University, and St. Joe's University.

Meet the USA Islanders

The USA Islanders are a band of brothers with island heritage including Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Hawaii and islands of the Caribbean, with years of rugby experience. Vahafolau Esikia, nicknamed as "Vaha" by his friends, is the Head Coach of the USA Islanders.

Girls and Women's Teams Travel to Bermuda in 2018

In a bigger and better event than all previous years, the 2018 Bermuda International 7s invites all high school girls and collegiate women's teams to compete on the island next March.

So far the American International College and Ohio Wesleyan University have all expressed interest in bringing their women's sides to Bermuda to play against the Bermuda All-Stars Women.

Tour the Crystal Caves of Bermuda

Great for any adventurer looking for a stunning sight, the Crystal Caves of Bermuda are a once-in-a-lifetime experience that reveals Earth's hidden beauty.

Men’s Rugby: Norwich advances to second straight USA Rugby Division II Final Four

KUTZTOWN, Pa. – The Norwich University men's rugby team is USA Rugby Division II Final Four bound again for the second straight year following a 43-19 victory on Sunday over the University of Hartford. 

Norwich Ready to Take on NC State

Norwich University rugby travels to Kutztown University this weekend for the USA Rugby D2 playoffs. Their first match will be against NC State. Kick off is at 10:45a Saturday morning.

Kutztown Rugby Granted Elite Club Status on Campus

KUTZTOWN, Pa. - The Kutztown University men's and women's rugby clubs have been promoted to Elite Status, effective January 2018.

#2 Cadets Claim Rugby Northeast Title, Advance to National Tourney

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Junior wing Korbin Wayton (Southlake, Texas) scored the game-winning try, his second of the day, with just over four minutes remaining in regulation to lift the #2 Norwich University men's rugby team over Southern Connecticut State University 35-33 in the Rugby Northeast Championship match on Sunday afternoon.

Capital Rugby Union Hosts High-Performance Rugby Weekend

Norfolk, VA, – The Capital Rugby Union is proud to host the Inaugural Capital GU High-Performance Showcase in Raleigh, North Carolina on December 2 & 3, 2017. High-Performance collegiate select side programs include Chesapeake Collegiate Conference, Ivy Collegiate Conference, and MARC Collegiate Conference.

Bernews Features 2017 Atlantic Rugby Cup

Leading up to the 2017 Atlantic Rugby Cup, Bernews wrote a brief article to help promote the event which took place in Bermuda. The article features previews both of the USA Islanders vs. Saracens Match-Up as well as the 2017 Collegiate All-Star Rugby Cup. 

Republic of Texas All-Stars Win Inaugural Collegiate All-Star Rugby Cup, 33-12

In the first ever Collegiate All-Star Rugby Cup, the Republic of Texas All-Stars were victorious over the Liberty Rugby Conference All-Stars, 33 to 12.

John Barritt & Son Ltd. Donates to 2017 Atlantic Rugby Cup

In this exclusive interview with URugby, John Broker talks to Bruce Barritt at John Barritt & Son Ltd., about the company's generous sponsorship of the Atlantic Rugby Cup 2017. Bruce Barritt talks about the history and founding of the company, as well as the importance of supporting communities. Watch to find out more on the company, as well as his thoughts on the #ISLvsSAR upcoming match.

Check Out the Liberty Rugby Conference Website

Now with a new website, you can learn all about the Liberty Rugby Conference, keep up with any news and updates, and follow the team's rugby season. Check out Liberty Rugby Conference's site ahead of the #LRCxTex game today to learn more about the players and teams.

Meet Texas All-Stars players Tyler Hawkins & Weston Mallo

In an exclusive interview with URugby, Republic of Texas All-Stars players Tyler Hawkins and Weston Mallo talk about their respective rugby experiences, what teamwork means to them, and what they're looking forward to for the upcoming #LRCvsTex game. Watch more to see these two talented players discuss their love of rugby and commitment to the game.

Meet Liberty All-Stars players Jimmy Wolfer & Bryan Michel

In this exclusive interview with URugby, John talks to Liberty All-Stars players Jimmy Wolfer and Bryan Michel to get the inside scoop on how their week's going. Together, they discuss the importance of teamwork, practicing hard and learning play styles. Watch more to find out how the Liberty All-Stars plan strategy to win a rugby game.

Saracens Team Lineup Announced for Tomorrow's Game

Saracens will kick-off their preseason on Thursday when they face a USA Islanders invitational side on the island of Bermuda (kick-off 23h30 GMT – 19h30 local).

Vote for Today's Collegiate Rugby Cup Matchup

Today's featured matchup stars Nick Dillon of the Liberty All-Stars against Tyler Hawkins of the Republic of Texas All-Stars. Dillon is from Rutgers University, while Hawkins plays for Baylor University. Both are talented players to keep an eye out for on the field this Thursday, August 10 at 5:30ADT in Bermuda or online live on FloRugby.com.

5 Days Until #ISLvsSAR

We are officially only 5 days away from one the most anticipated rugby matches of the summer! The newly formed USA Islanders will travel to Bermuda on August 10th to take on the Saracens at the Bermuda National Sports Centre.

Join a Sailing Class at the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club

As the host of The America's Cup, Bermuda is no stranger to sailing. Take a note from the experts and join a sailing class to explore the surrounding water at the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club.

Vote for Today's Player Matchup

Today's featured matchup pits Tim Streather of the Saracens against Sani Taylor of the USA Islanders, both talented centers. See them on the field at the Atlantic Rugby Cup.

On August 10, the Atlantic Rugby Cup doubleheader features the Republic of Texas All-Stars vs Liberty Rugby Conference All-Stars match followed by the highly anticipated USA Islanders vs the Saracens match. Coverage begins at 4:15pm ET [5:15pm ADT] live in the Bermuda National Sports Centre and will be streamed online on FloRugby.com.

A Closer Look at Beyond Rugby Bermuda

On August 10, the Atlantic Rugby Cup doubleheader features the Republic of Texas All-Stars vs Liberty Rugby Conference All-Stars match followed by the highly anticipated USA Islanders vs the Saracens match. Coverage begins at 4:15pm ET [5:15pm ADT] live in the Bermuda National Sports Centre and will be streamed online on FloRugby.com. But these matches are more than just a game; the event benefits Beyond Rugby Bermuda, a non-profit dedicated to instilling core values and positive life changes focusing on at-risk Bermuda youth.

Vote for Today's Player Matchup

Today's unlikely matchup pits two talented rugby players against each other -- Mikle Dill from Beyond Rugby Bermuda and Brad Barritt from the legendary Saracens. Since Mikle Dill has recently returned from the Stellenbosch Rugby Academy to improve his rugby skills, we decided to see how he would do against someone who plays professionally, like Brad Barritt for the Saracens. Let's see who can get the most support from their fan base.

Only 10 More Days Until #ISLvsSAR

The days are winding down and the USA Islanders' inagural match with the Saracens in Bermuda is only 10 days away!

Vote for Today's Islanders vs Saracens Matchup

Today's featured matchup pits two talented halfbacks destined to meet in Bermuda August 10th. The Saracens vs USA Islanders #ISLvsSAR, second match in the Atlantic Rugby Cup 2017, set to kickoff at 7:30pm ADT and shown LIVE on FloRugby will be an instant classic. Either Henry Taylor or Devereaux Ferris could easily win this.

Explore Water Sports at Snorkel Park Beach

If you're a daredevil looking to explore the exhilarating side of Bermuda, look no further than Snorkel Park Beach. Explore water sports to your heart's content; from jet skis to a water trampoline, you'll never get tired.

John Barritt & Son Ltd. Sponsors the 2017 Atlantic Rugby Cup

We're proud to announce John Barritt & Son Ltd. as a sponsor for the 2017 Atlantic Rugby Cup. Barritt & Son Ltd. generously donated bottled water and drinks for the Saracens vs USA Islanders match on August 10 at 7:30 ADT. We appreciate their support of the charity match which raises money for Beyond Rugby Bermuda, an organization seeking to instill core values and build positive futures for at-risk kids in Bermuda.

An Inside Look at the Liberty Conference All-Star Players

Stony Brook University's Bryan Michel will lead an all-star cast of Liberty Rugby Conference student-athletes in a contest against the Republic of Texas All-Stars in Bermuda on August 10, 2017. With a spectacular Stony Brook career including several Empire Conference championships, Michel is poised to continue his winning ways on the popular destination island of Bermuda.

Enjoy Yoga on the Beach in Bermuda

Practice yoga with a serene ocean view on one of Bermuda's secluded beaches, or at a luxurious hotel resort. Perfect for the yoga beginner or pro, you can even try catching the sunrise while doing your sun salutations with two of the best yoga options Bermuda has to offer!

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Team Spotlight: The Liberty Conference All-Stars

The Liberty Conference All-Stars come together for the first time on August 10th in Bermuda to take on the Republic of Texas All-Stars for the first ever Collegiate All-Star Rugby Cup.

All-American Matchup: Saracens vs USA Islanders

Today's matchup is all-American -- with both Titi Lamositele from the Saracens and Patrick Latu from the Islanders coming from the land of red, white, and blue. These two talented props will battle at the #ISLvsSAR game on August 10 in Bermuda.

New USA Islanders Rugby Bags Design Unveiled

The new USA Islanders rugby bags are now unveiled. Emblazoned with brilliant red, white and blue with a customized logo print on the side, the rugby bags made by Jeff Lombard's International Athletic are perfect at gearing up the USA Islanders for their much-anticipated #ISLvsSAR match.

Visit The Bermuda Perfumery for a Luxurious Scent Experience!

The Bermuda Perfumery, located in historic St. George's, combines the best of two worlds: history and luxurious Island scents. Established in 1928, The Bermuda Perfumery is an essential must-visit for the perfume connoisseur and scent lover.

You're Just in Time to Book Your Hotel in Bermuda!

It's not too late to book your room for the USA Islanders vs Saracens match. Enjoy a limited time, discounted hotel offer at the beautiful Hamilton Princess Hotel in Bermuda.

Book your Hamilton Princess room now »

Announcing the URugby Collegiate All-Star Rugby Cup Bermuda

Announcing the URugby Collegiate All-Star Rugby Cup Bermuda. The match for the Cup is positioned as lead in match for the USA Islanders v. Saracens (London). The match will feature two collegiate all-star teams from the USA.

2017 USA Islanders Rugby Jersey Design Unveiled

The USA Islanders rugby jersey design focuses on paying a respectful homage to island heritage and USA roots. By transforming the USA Islanders tribal-influenced logo into a larger scale rendered in white, as well as adapting a tribal design for the blue and red sleeves sides.

Immerse Yourself in Bermuda's Signature Coffee Scene!

If you're in the need of a caffeine fix, Bermuda makes its famous signature style that can be found at Rock Island Coffee shop. Ideal for any artists, musicians or writers looking for a place to compose their next masterpiece, Rock Island Coffee is a favorite stomping ground for Bermudian creatives. While you enjoy your coffee or pastry, you can get an insider's look into the rich culture of Bermuda built on the arts and handmade crafts.

Let the Sea Express Ferry Take you to your Bermuda Destination

Visit the island's best sights and destinations in an easy and convenient manner! Bermuda’s Sea Express ferry system provides residents and visitors a reliable, regular mode of transport.

Mikle Dill's Trip to South Africa Improves His Game

Mikle Dill, a member of the Bermuda national collegiate-aged All-Stars at the recent 2017 Ariel Re Bermuda 7s, just completed a 6-month stint in South Africa's prestigious Stellenbosch Rugby Academy.

Visit The Bermuda Perfumery for a Luxurious Scent Experience!

The Bermuda Perfumery combines the best of two worlds: history and luxurious Island scents. Established in 1928, The Bermuda Perfumery is an essential must-visit for the perfume connoisseur and scent lover.

Local Philadelphia Clubs Come Together to Form 2017 Summer Rugby Camp

Three rugby clubs, all members of EPRU, will come together this summer to put together the 2017 Rugby Camp at the Frankford Boy & Girls Club.  The collaborating clubs include Schuykill River RFC, Philadelphia Women's RFC, and North Philadelphia RFC.

Rowan University Hosting Rugby Clinic on August 5th

Rowan University is hosting their Rugby Skills Clinic on August 5th from 9am to 5pm. The clinic will take place on campus at the Rowan University Intramural Field and is open to all high school athletes.

The clinic gives high school students the opportunity to visit Rowan University's campus as well as work with collegiate rugby players and coaches on rugby skills. At the end of the clinic, participants will be able to learn more about rugby recruiting during a recruiting seminar with Coach Wilson. 

The cost of the Rugby Skills Clinic is $75 per participant.

USA Islanders Website by 4x3 Design

URugby worked closely with 4x3 Design to create a highly dynamic website to promote invitational matches and upcoming events for the newly formed USA Islanders Rugby team. 

The USA Islanders is a team of potential national caliber rugby players and USA Eagles with island heritage holding a resident status or USA passport featuring players from Tonga, Fiji, Samoa and islands in the Atlantic and Pacific. Former USA Rugby star Vahafolau Esikia has been selected as the Head Coach.

Visiting Saracens All About Business

Saracens, the present Aviva Premiership and European Cup champions, will return to Bermuda for a third time this summer — and this time it is serious.

Schuylkill River U23 7s Program Storms into Year Two

Philadelphia, Pa- The Schuylkill River U23 7s team was Mid-Atlantic Men’s Open Champions, finished the 2016 summer season with 21-5 overall record and had a winning streak that hit 17 games spanning 4 tournaments.  For any observer those stats jump out at you. When you consider those accomplishments were garnered by a group under 23 year olds against some of the best men’s clubs in the Mid-Atlantic, the results are outstanding.

URugby supports ALS Awareness

The month of May is ALS Awareness Month. Commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis is a nervous system disease that weakens muscles and impacts physical function. URugby is doing their part by working with Quinn for the Win and the Chris Munn 7s Tournament to help bring awareness and understanding to this devastating disease.

Beyond Rugby Gives Back To Bermuda

As part of Beyond Rugby's program to help young people develop character and succeed in school, the under-17 rugby team aided Parks workers and the Friends of the Bermuda Railway Trail to repair the trail near Francis Patton School.

Norwich defeats Middlebury for NECRC 7s Championship

KINGSTON, R.I. – The Norwich University men’s rugby team claimed its first New England Collegiate Rugby Conference (NECRC) Tournament title on Sunday. 

Norwich University 7s Season is in Full Swing

Norwich University is a familiar face around URugby events, including this year's Ariel Re Bermuda 7s tournament. But it was only the start, Norwich University continued their 7s season at the University of New Hampshire on April 9th, 2017. The field of competition at the Scott Milley 7s really showed a challenge for the Cadets, as they faced tough opponents such as AIC and New England College. 

West Chester Wins High School Boys Division in Bermuda

The West Chester High School Boys dominated in their division finishing with a perfect record of 6-0 on route to the 2017 Ariel Re Bermuda 7s High School Boys Championship.

Penn Makes "The Best" of the Bermuda Weather

The University of Pennsylvania is no stranger to URugby events, but this was their first appearance in the Ariel Re Bermuda 7s. According to President Matthew Caltabiano, the team took full advantage of being in the warm weather. "After our practice on Friday morning we all went to Horseshoe Bay Beach and jumped in the water to cool down," Caltabiano said while reflecting on the team's trip to Bermuda.

Kutztown Wins Ariel Re Bermuda 7s

Ryan Mather, head of the Bermuda office of Ariel Re, and Waisale Serevi, the greatest sevens player ever, presented awards to the winners of the 2017 Ariel Re Bermuda 7s.

Pools Announced for 2017 Bermuda 7s

College Pools have been set for the Ariel Re Bermuda 7s in Hamilton at the National Sports Center. Matches start 4:30p Friday, March 17. The Championship round starts late Saturday morning on the 18th.

Bermuda Hosts Exciting Rugby Exhibition Game in August

HAMILTON, Bermuda, March 1 2017 – The USA Islanders announced a rugby exhibition match against top London professional club Saracens in Bermuda in August.

Town Hall Meeting with Dan Payne

Join NJ Rugby as they meet with Dan Payne, CEO of USA Rugby, on February 24th from 7pm-10pm. 

Atlantis Rugby: 31 years and 32 countries

When invited to top-level international tournaments, Atlantis Rugby assembles teams representing the very best the US has to offer. Atlantis has also included accomplished players from other countries. Besides helping them succeed on the field, they can have an important role in developing less-experienced players and helping them achieve success.

Last Chance for Holiday Rugby Ball

Buy a custom URugby rugby ball in time for the holidays.

Order by Sunday December 18th to receive in time for Christmas.

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2016 Bowl Series: URugby Wrap Up Show

After 6 college matches and 6 high school 7s matches at the 2016 URugby Bowl Series, John Broker, Matt McCarthy, Ryan Trost and Alex Goff wrap up the weekend's action.

Bowl Series Matches Set

In 2016, Iona College will host 12 collegiate teams and six High School teams to play 15-a-side and sevens at the Bowl Series.

RugbyPA All State 7s

As part of RugbyPA’s developing high performance program, we are pleased to announce that RugbyPA High School Boys All State 7s Squad will represent the State at the New York 7s on Saturday 26th November at Randall’s Island, New York City.

High School Sevens Teams for the Bowl Series

The URugby Bowl Series is looking for up to 10 High School teams to play 7s before the first match of the day and at halftime of each Bowl Series match.

Is a ball carrier hurdling a tackler dangerous play?

The latest USA Rugby guideline for a ball carrier hurdling a tackler is discussed by Richard Every. Richard is USA Rugby's High Performance Referee Manager. It was informally discussed with World Rugby. It seems it should be addressed on a case by case basis.

Olympic Rugby: How to Watch Team USA

In case you haven’t heard, rugby returns to the Summer Olympics next week for the first time since 1924, when the French rioted over an American gold-medal victory. We don’t expect any similar fireworks this time around, but there should be some great sevens rugby played at Deodoro Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. 

Play Rugby in New Zealand

The Massey University Global Student Athlete Program (GSA - Rugby) offers an advanced rugby experience to male and female international students attending Massey University for Semester One (February-June) 2017. This opportunity to further develop your rugby ability comes through Massey University's unique partnership with the Manawatu Rugby Union. GSA - Rugby is open to students who have good knowledge and experience in rugby. It is ideal if you have ambitions to participate at a higher level of the game.

Atlantis 2016 Rugby Sevens Camp

Looking to improve your rugby skills by learning from the very best?  Don't miss the Atlantis 2016 Rugby Sevens Camp, which takes place at Malvern Preparatory School on June 22-23. Directing the camp will be Villanova Rugby Coach Jack Foley. The camp is open to boys and girls age 13-18.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Dates: June 22-23, 2016
Time: 9:00am-3:00pm
Location: Malvern Preparatory School, 418 S. Warren Ave, Malvern, PA 19355

The Atlantis Youth Rugby Sevens Camp is dedicated to teaching Rugby Sevens with top-quality instruction in a fun and safe atmosphere. Their experienced coaches are dedicated to creating a love for the game. Atlantis is also identifying potential players for national and international tours, and helping prepare those interested to play at the college level. 

Hall of Fame Induction Dinner - Still Time to Reserve a Spot

The 2016 US Rugby Hall of Fame Induction Dinner takes place at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel on Saturday, June 4. Join the over 150 people already signed up to take part in helping honor eight individuals who've made their mark on the sport of rugby. 

Tune in to URugby Live! Friday at 7—Plus Virginia Beach Tournament Details

Love rugby? Have we got a show for you! URugby Live! will be broadcast from the stage of the Eagle's Nest in Virginia Beach, Friday April 29 from 7 to 9 p.m. This entertaining, informative rugby variety show is hosted by Alex Goff of Goff Rugby Report, ODU grad Matt Robinette and Ryan Ginty of Next Level Rugby. 

ACRC7s Schedule Announced | Live Show Details

The schedule for the Day One (April 30) of URugby Virginia Beach featuring the ACRC7s has been announced. Pool play determines the ranking of teams for the playoff round on May 1, followed by finals. Matches take place at the Virginia Beach Sportsplex on Saturday, April 30 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday, May 1 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is $5 per day (kids under 12 free), and all matches will be streamed online with commentary from Next Level Rugby. 

2016 URugby #ACRC7s Pool Play [Live Feed]

It was Kutztown, Navy and James Madison going undefeated through pool play on Saturday landing the top seeds for the elimination rounds on Sunday.

VIP and Suite Catering at the Virginia Beach Sportsplex

Luxury suites and catering are offered at the Virginia Beach Sportsplex for both Saturday and Sunday's matches. In a special inaugural package, suites are being rented at no charge this year. We offer several great food and drink packages for attendees. There is a 15 person minimum per suite.

Kutztown This Weekend! Pools, Matchups and More

Some of the best teams in the East converge on the campus of Kutztown University Saturday, April 23 for the annual Kutztown 7s. Come on out! Kutztown always draws a great crowd and offers excellent facilities for college rugby. Read More »  

Subaru 7s Return to Alapocas Run May 21, 2016

The 15th annual Subaru 7s rugby tournament will be held on Saturday May 21, 2016 at the Alapocas Run state park rugby facility in Wilmington, Delaware. Alapocas Run State Park is located just 2 minutes off I-95 and all three rugby fields for tournament play are regulation size. On-site facilities include picnic areas, adventure playground, restrooms and concessions. 2016 participating teams include multiple men’s CRC, ladies CRC, Philadelphia Division, and HSRC squads.

Dog Days for James Madison Rugby

The men’s rugby club of James Madison University will not be ignored. In fact, they seem to be popping up everywhere this spring—tied with Temple atop the leader board of the Keystone Conference 7s series; victorious in the Capital 7s in February; victorious over UNLV, Colorado and Lindenwood-Belleville on their way to a semifinal berth at the Las Vegas Invitational; the 15s side in a D1AA playoff game against Harvard this weekend; competing later this month at URugby Sevens-Virginia Beach—a full plate to be sure for the reigning Keystone conference 15s champs.

Penn State, Kutztown Commit to ACRC7s Virginia Beach

Penn State and Kutztown have joined the list of teams committed to the 2016 ACRC7s, which take place April 29-May 1 in Virginia Beach. With the addition of the Golden Bears and Nittany Lions, two of the finest collegiate rugby programs jump into the fray, bringing with them the athletic, hard-driving brand of sevens rugby native to the D1A Rugby East conference.  

Dartmouth Players, Coach Visit Beyond Rugby Bermuda (Video)

After their Cup championship victory in the 2016 Ariel Re Bermuda 7s, Dartmouth College paid a visit to the Beyond Rugby Bermuda program, an organization fostering positive lifestyles and academic achievement among Bermuda youth.

Keystone 7s Series Comes to Temple This Weekend

The 2016 Keystone Rugby Conference 7's Series heads to Temple University on April 2, 2016. It will be played at the 10th and Cecil B Moore turf field next to the Temple campus in North Philadelphia. 

Space is Limited at the ACRC7s—Sign up Now!

Now is the time to sign up for the 2016 URugby Sevens Virginia Beach featuring the American Collegiate Rugby Championship Sevens (ACRC7s). This world-class tournament, now in its third year, brings the very best in college rugby to the Virginia Beach Sportsplex April 29-May 1.

What Basketball? Rugby Makes Big Waves in Bermuda!

Basketball? What basketball? It was all about rugby at the Ariel Re Bermuda 7s in Hamilton, Bermuda this weekend. Friday night saw some great contests as Greenwich High School edged West Chester, Bermuda Rugby and Dartmouth went 3-0 (though Big Green was sorely tested by Stony Brook) and Kutztown racked up 100 points in three victories before the lights dimmed at the National Sports Centre.

Bermuda 7s This Weekend! Get All the Details Right Here

The Ariel Re Bermuda 7s come to the Bermuda National Sports Center this weekend, March 18-19. An official event of Bermuda Rugby and the Bermuda Tourism Authority, the inaugural two-day sevens tournament will feature pool play on Friday afternoon and evening (3:30p - 9:00p Eastern) with championship matches culminating Saturday afternoon (11a - 5:00p Eastern) March 19. 

Watch the 2015 ACRC Final Match AIC vs Kutztown

The #ACRC7s championship game was a rugby rematch of the 2014 ACRC7s final when AIC upset then-unbeaten Kutztown University to take the URugby #ACRC7s Cup. In 2015 everything was advertised as the two teams warred for possession and no tries came easy in a no-holds-barred contest.

American Collegiate Rugby Championship Returns to Virginia Beach April 29-May 1, 2016

Ardmore, PA, March 3, 2016—World-class sevens rugby returns to the Virginia Beach Sportsplex April 29-May 1 with the 2016 URugby Sevens Virginia Beach featuring the American Collegiate Rugby Championship Sevens (ACRC7s). 

Virginia Beach is Within Reach! Register for the ACRC7s

Registration is open for URugby Virginia Beach featuring the ACRC7s (April 29-May 1). Now in its 3rd year, the ACRC7s is one of the best-known spring sevens tournaments, drawing college teams from around the country to the Virginia Beach Sportsplex. All games will be streamed live to a worldwide audience.

The Kutztown Sevens is April 23 - See Who's In and Sign Up!

Save the Date! The Kutztown Sevens will be held on the campus of Kutztown University on Saturday, April 23. Registration is now open for this great tournament and for URugby Virginia Beach featuring the ACRC7s (April 29-May 1).

Teams Converge Next Month For First-Ever Ariel Re Bermuda 7s

The Bermuda National Sports Center will play host to the Ariel Re Bermuda 7s March 18-19, and excitement is building on the islands for this high-profile rugby event. 

Bermuda: High School Teams Needed | Great Hotel Deals

We're still looking for two more high school boys teams to take advantage of the amazing opportunity to play rugby in Bermuda March 18-19 at the Ariel Re Bermuda 7s. Your team can participate in this world-class event for only $100 per person. The $100 fee covers eight meals, lodging Thursday through Sunday (for players, coaches and trainers), transportation to and from the airport, transport to and from the stadium, and all tournament fees. Air fares are very competitive, and the beach is calling!

College Men to Ariel Re #Bermuda7s March 18-19

The Ariel Re Bermuda 7s (March 18-19, 2016) is an amazing opportunity for men's collegiate and boys high school teams to play rugby in a world-class facility against great competition — at an unbeatable price!

2015 ACRC Bowl Series Day II: Epic Games as Titans Collide

The weather showed extremes—from warm and sunny to cold rain—and the matches played on Day II of the ACRC Bowl Series in Charlotte were no less extreme and unpredictable. Crowds at the Rugby Athletic Center witnessed some amazing rugby as Saturday's action managed to top Friday night in level of intensity.

2015 ACRC Bowl Series Supporters: Thank you [video]

Thank you to our many supporters of the 2015 ACRC Bowl Series. It takes a lot of people, advertisers and partners to make the Bowl Series a success. Please consider partnering with us in the future as we work to grow rugby in the United States.

Special Rugby Offer: $10 Off and Free Shipping on Balls, Shirts

URugby has beautiful, custom-designed rugby balls and t-shirts available to ship before Christmas from the online URugby Store. These balls and shirts, extremely popular at URugby events like Surfside Sevens and the ACRC Bowl Series, can ONLY be purchased through URugby. Limited quantities --so act now!

ACRC Bowl Series College Rugby Tournament Returns to Charlotte

Competition includes schools of the SEC in conference title game

Philadelphia, Nov. 2015—High-level collegiate rugby returns to Charlotte. N.C. Nov. 20-21, 2015 with the American Collegiate Rugby Championship (ACRC) Bowl Series. The Bowl Series, one of the most talked-about events in college rugby, will bring teams, families and fans to the Queen City for top-notch competition from elite squads like Clemson, Indiana and Kutztown.

Monday Morning Halfback: Champions Crowned

It was a thrilling weekend of college rugby as teams battled for conference championships and bowl berths. The ACRC Bowl Series kicks off this Friday with UMass vs NC State, the first of 10 contests over two days of championship-caliber rugby.

Playoffs, Showdowns and Epic Battles

This weekend is highlighted by semifinal tournament action in the Southeastern and Keystone rugby conferences, as well as a number of other important games. 

Weekend Wrap-up: Statements Made, Champs Crowned

There was no lack of close finishes and exciting matches as college teams across the country played high-stakes rugby this past weekend.

Kutztown University Men’s Rugby: A Profile of Excellence

The Kutztown Men’s Rugby Club is currently enjoying another undefeated fall 15s season and leads the D1A Rugby East Conference. Only the November 7th match against rival, Penn State (with two losses this season), stands in the way.

Monday Morning Halfback: Big Wins, Small Margins

This past weekend's action was characterized by hard-fought contests as teams gave their all in pursuit of postseason play.

Regular-Season Titles on Line This Weekend

Every weekend's a big weekend on late October as college teams battle for playoff spots and a chance to compete at the ACRC Bowl Series in Charlotte on Nov. 20-21. 

Iona and Delaware Meet in Bowl Series Satellite

The 2015 ACRC Bowl Series brings first-class collegiate rugby competition to the Rugby Athletic Center in Charlotte, NC on Nov. 20-21. But the Bowl Series also encompasses a meeting farther north, as Iona College hosts the University of Delaware in New Rochelle, NY.

Seventh Annual Apple Pie 7s: Call for Sponsors, Teams

The Josias A. Sterling Memorial Apple Pie 7s Tournament returns to Edgely Field in Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park for its seventh year on Nov. 27, 2015 (the day after Thanksgiving). 

Three Big Bowl Series Matchups Announced

Some of the very best college teams in the nation will meet in Charlotte Nov. 20-21 to do battle at the ACRC Bowl Series. In addition to pitting conference champs and other elite squads, the Bowl Series is set to play host to the Southeastern Collegiate Rugby Conference championship game.  

AIC or Boston College to Face Clemson at Bowl Series

The East Coast Rugby Conference (ECRC) has reached new heights of rugby excellence and national profile with stellar seasons from American International College and Boston College. One of these teams —both currently sitting atop ECRC standings with 5-0 records — will earn the right to play reigning Atlantic Coast Rugby Conference (ACRL) champs Clemson at the ACRC Bowl Series in Charlotte on Nov. 20-21. 

Monday Morning Halfback: Upsets and Major Clashes in College Rugby

This was a thrilling weekend in college rugby across the U.S., with more than a few close games, comeback victories and a major upset in DIA.  

2014 College Game of the Year

This ACRC Bowl Game was one of the most anticipated, because they were from two conferences that really didn't know each other.

Last Chance to Register for the Atlantis Open Rugby Sevens Camp—October 11

The Atlantis Rugby Corporation will host an Individual Testing and Open Rugby Sevens Camp for High School and U19 Boys and Girls, Collegiate and U23 Men and Women on Sunday, October 11, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

Monday Morning Halfback: Weekend No Washout

Despite some inclement weather in the East (leading to a postponement of the Maryland-Virginia Tech match, among others), there was plenty of great rugby this past weekend, including contests between Army-Penn State, UMass-New England College, and Stephen F. Austin-Sam Houston.  

Rugby East: Army Overpowers Penn State

Up 17-10 at the half, #5 Army fought off a strong second half effort by the Nittany Lions to claim their fourth victory in as many games. 

Army 46- Penn State 36 »

College Rugby: Weekend Highlights

Conference rivalries were on full display last weekend across the nation. Though some teams look strong enough to maintain their dominance through the fall, there's still a lot of rugby to be played before the ACRC Bowl Series in Charlotte (Nov. 20-22).    

Fall 15s Heat Up as Weather Cools

A number of important contests take place this weekend in the Rugby East, ECRC, Big Ten, SCRC and Empire conferences.  

West Virginia Meets Penn State in Rugby East Debut

The Mountaineers look to overcome injuries and the loss of several key seniors in their debut as a member of the D1A Rugby East conference. Penn State escaped a close match against Wheeling Jesuit last week to enter the weekend 2-0.

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College Rugby Kicks into Gear

Fall rugby shifts into high gear this weekend as conference play gets underway around the nation. A number of high-profile matches are taking place as teams begin the quest for conference championships and an invitation to the second annual ACRC Bowl Series in Charlotte, N.C.  

USA Falls to Harlequins, Gears up for World Cup

It was a beautiful day for rugby over the weekend at PPL Park as London's legendary Harlequin F.C. came to town to play the USA Eagles. 

Madison Motley Burns Heat Elite in College Final

Madison Motley and the Heat Elite both brought very physical play and a no-holds-barred attitude to the Men’s College Cup Final at Surfside Sevens 2015. 

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Atlantis Men Take Bowl Title at Rugbytown Sevens

The Atlantis men’s select side competed for the first time in the Serevi Rugbytown Sevens at Infinity Park on Glendale, Colo., taking home hardware with a 22-17 defeat of the Collegiate All-Americans in the Bowl Final.

2015 Custom Surfside Sevens Rugby Balls, Tees and Tanks Available

If you went to Surfside Sevens and the American High School Sevens Championship this year, you may have noticed our legendary custom rugby balls were MIA. The balls—used as trophies, game balls and souvenirs—got held up in shipping and did not arrive in time. After a torturous journey fraught with unexplained delays and other mysterious occurrences, the balls have arrived and are ready for delivery!

Surfside Heats up With the Heat

Surfside Sevens in Stone Harbor NJ welcomes the Hampton Heat to the pitch this year. No ordinary rugby club, the Hampton Heat (aka Heat Elite) is made up of college-aged players from Hampton Roads, Virginia who compete in the Cardinals Collegiate Rugby Conference along with schools such as the University of Richmond, James Madison and Virginia Commonwealth. 

NACRA Sevens Heralds Bigger Things for American Rugby

On Sunday, the NACRA Sevens brought 18 teams from 10 countries to Wake Med Soccer Park in Cary, NC. As a regional qualifier for the 2016 Olympics, the eyes of the world were on Cary. The press room was full, even if the seats weren’t. As put by commentator Martin Pengelly in The Guardian last month, this weekend represented “some of the most important minutes for rugby in the United States – ever.” 

Eagles are World Series Tournament Champs

The USA Eagles sevens rugby team, led by Dartmouth’s Madison Hughes, defeated Australia Sunday at the Marriott London Sevens Cup Final to claim their first-ever World Rugby HSBC Sevens World Series championship. 

Subaru Sevens Bring Top Teams to Delaware

The 14th annual Rugby Delaware Subaru Sevens take place May 16, 2015 at Alapocas Run State Park, Wilmington, Del. The Subaru Sevens is home to some of the best sevens rugby in the tri-state area and is the official kickoff of the high school sevens season in the states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland and New Jersey. 

2015 ACRC7s: ESU Warriors Overcome Hartford Hawks

East Stroudsburg University took the Spoon at the ACRC7s in Virginia Beach, holding off a scrappy University of Hartford side to claim a 25-19 victory.

St. Bonaventure Overpowers Buffalo in ACRC7s Plate Match

Rugby East Conference rivals The University at Buffalo and St. Bonaventure went head-to-head in the Plate match at the ACRC7s in Virginia Beach last weekend. While size and speed were prominent on both sides, St. Bonaventure's powerful defensive pressure and ball control proved the difference in a 31-5 outcome. 

Watch the ACRC7s on URugby.Com

Miss the live stream from the #ACRC7s this past weekend? Want to relive some of the great moments? Streaming video and real-time commentary from Next Level Rugby is up on the URugby website. Tune in to witness all the excitement of championship level rugby including yesterday's finals from the Virginia Beach Sportsplex!

Champions do Battle at the ACRC7s

This spring has been unprecedented in the number of collegiate sevens tournaments. With so many regional events producing cup champions, the very best teams are eager to test their abilities on a national level—which is where the ACRC7s in Virginia Beach come in. 

The ACRC7s: So Much Going On

The #ACRC7s in Virginia Beach is all about great rugby—and a lot more! The place will be humming with rugby-related activity this weekend—from great parties to local hosts to old boy reunions. Here's some of what you can expect.

Can't Make it to the ACRC7s? Watch it Live!

Those of you who captured the live stream from Next Level Rugby at the ACRC Bowl Series last November were treated to intense action and expert commentary. We're pleased to announce that live streaming is back for the ACRC7s in Virginia Beach—only better than ever, with new capabilities and expanded technology bringing you the very best in collegiate rugby. Be sure to tune in Saturday, April 25 9am-3pm and Sunday, April 26 9am-3pm ​! 

Pre-ACRC7s Rankings Released

There's lots of good rugby being played around the USA, but only a select few have shown the right combination of skill, depth, endurance and strength of schedule to earn a spot in the top 75. Here's where things stand leading up to the ACRC7s in Virginia Beach this weekend.   

Championship Sevens in Virginia Beach

Championship rugby returns to Virginia Beach, Va. April 25-26, 2015 with the second annual American Collegiate Rugby Championship Sevens (ACRC7s). Coming just two weeks after URugby Sevens Philadelphia, the ACRC7s-Virginia Beach brings top-notch men's and women's collegiate rugby teams from around the country to enjoy early spring in Virginia and do battle in a world-class facility for the ACRC Sevens Championship.

URugby Sevens Philadelphia a Clinic in Great Rugby

The skies cleared, the wind kicked up and flags flew from the top of custom-made goal posts as URugby Sevens Philadelphia blew in to Malvern, Pa. on April 11 and 12.

URugby Sevens Philadelphia: Great Potential Match-ups

There are plenty of back stories behind the upcoming action at URugby Sevens Philadelphia. With some of the best teams in the nation scheduled to meet on the pitch this Saturday and Sunday, expect fierce competition and heated rivalries. 

The Team Behind the Jerseys (Shorts, Jackets... )

Founded in 1985 by two-time Olympic rower John Strotbeck, Boathouse Sports designs and manufactures high-quality performance athletic apparel in Pennsylvania. 

Volunteers Needed For Malvern Tournament

We need volunteers for the URugby Sevens tournament in Malvern, Pa. on Sunday, April 12 from 7:30 am to noon. 

Drexel Tops City Six Sevens

The "Big Five Plus One" met on the pitch last night in Philadelphia for the City Six Sevens, which secures annual bragging rights for one of the six premier Philly college rugby clubs. This year, it was Drexel topping the Villanova Wildcats in the final game.

Va Beach RFC to Hold Reunion at URugby Sevens Event

The Virginia Beach Rugby Football Club is holding a reunion during the weekend of April 25-26 to coincide with the URugby Sevens Virginia Beach tournament, which takes place at the Princess Anne Athletic Complex/Virginia Beach Sportsplex.

Don’t Miss Out on This Special Rate

Heading to the ACRC7s in Virginia Beach April 25-26? Whether you're a player, coach, family member or fan, we've got a deal for you.

Save Money Staying on the Beach - Holiday Inn & Suites

Teams, parents and fans coming to URugby Sevens Virginia Beach Featuring the ACRC7s have an awesome opportunity to stay at a first-class hotel right on the ocean at a great rate!

The Holiday Inn & Suites North Beach offers private balconies, pools, movie theater, complementary wifi and a host of contemporary living amenities: in-room microwave, refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, iPod docking station, flat screen television, HBO, etc. 

#StJoes7s Today at Sweeney

St. Joseph's University will host the St. Joe's Sevens this Saturday on the turf at Sweeney Field. The first match will kick off at 4 pm and matches will continue until 10 pm.

The Mothers of Invention: Rugby on a Roll at UMW

Rugby is on a roll at the University of Mary Washington, where new initiatives and impressive facilities signal a desire to become a collegiate hub for this fast-growing sport in the U.S.

Canceled - Frostbite Rugby 2015

This 2015 event is canceled due to bad weather. Take advantage of a great opportunity for pre-season work in a tournament atmosphere in 2016.

It's All About U

With 40 days to go as we prep for spring sevens, we want you to know that it really is all about you. At both locations this spring collegiate teams will be asked to just show up ready to play. We will take care of all the rest. 

Wesley College Starting Rugby Programs - Coaches Wanted

Wesley College in Dover, DE has announced they will be forming Men's and Women's Rugby Clubs and are now searching for a Head Coach and Assistant Coach. There will be stipends for both positions.

Empire Rugby Conference Names Boathouse Official Apparel Supplier

Custom athletic apparel company Boathouse Sports is proud to announce that it has a signed a three year agreement to be the Official Apparel Supplier to the Empire Rugby Conference. Syracuse, Colgate, Stony Brook, Fordham, the Merchant Marine Academy, Brockport and Binghamton rugby programs will all exclusively be wearing Boathouse’s Made-In-America on-field and sideline apparel. As part of the agreement, Boathouse will also be building online Team Stores for each of the teams to facilitate the sale of officially approved fan apparel.

ACRC Teams Reach Vegas Cup Quarterfinals, Final Four

Four of the eight teams advancing to the Cup quarterfinals at the Las Vegas Invitational on Friday were ACRC contenders, and two are advancing to the Final Four. 

The elite eight included St. Joseph University and Notre Dame College, who played each other in the Quarterfinal round; AIC, who played Lindenwood; and Kutztown, who played Air Force. Rounding out the bracket were Arizona and Utah. All eight earned their stripes in fierce pool play on Thursday that saw perennial contenders such as Wheeling Jesuit and Bowling Green knocked out of Cup contention. 

Announcing URugby Sevens Philadelphia Featuring the Challenge Cup!

The inaugural URugby Sevens Philadelphia featuring the URugby Challenge Cup, an inter-conference collegiate sevens tournament, takes place April 11-12, 2015 at the GCVSA Complex in Malvern, PA. Be sure to save the date as this will be an exciting weekend of great rugby.

Goff Rugby Report Names Bowl Series Contest 2014 College Game of the Year

The Goff Rugby Report has named the American International College-Bowling Green game at the ACRC Bowl Series its college game of the year for 2014. 

“Played at the Rugby Athletic Center in Charlotte, NC, this game was all over the place,” Goff notes. “Tries, comebacks, wild plays, and plenty of athleticism made it enormously entertaining for anyone watching.”

2015 Atlantic Coast Rugby 7s Series Announced

The Atlantic Coast Rugby 7s Series returns in 2015 for its 3rd year. The ACRL is proud to continue providing quality competition and a top level student experience for rugby athletes throughout the region. 

2015 Notre Dame College 7s

The first annual NDC Falcons Collegiate Challenge Cup takes place Saturday, April 11, 2015 at Notre Dame College. 

Taking Rugby to the Next Level

The reviews are in, and the ACRC Bowl Series is getting high praise from the world of rugby. "I got to say this, the ACRC Bowl Event ... was absolutely fantastic," Bruce McLean, head coach of the Iona College RFC, said on Goff Rugby Report's Ruggamatrix America Podcast. "The [Rugby Athletic Center] was beyond our expectations—I don't think the website does it justice. The event that Sevens Sports ran was second to none, first class ... everything was running like clockwork."

ACRC Bowl Series a Smashing Success

Ten games, 20 teams, hundreds of spectators, worldwide coverage: The ACRC Bowl Series brought the very best in collegiate rugby to the Rugby Athletic Center in Charlotte this past weekend. 

Friday ACRC Bowl Series Results

North Meck is the HS winner, while the Boston College Eagles and North Carolina State won at the college level Friday evening at the Rugby Athletic Center.

Serevi High Performance Training Camp

Match Profiles: Saturday Starts Strong

Goff Rugby Report's Alex Goff has called it "a phenomenal lineup at the Charlotte Rugby Athletic Center," and he's right—18 elite college teams coming together over two days to test themselves against the very best from other conferences around the country. 

South Carolina Are SCRC Champs

South Carolina are the 2014 SCRC champions after a 50-22 win over Alabama on Sunday. A physical Alabama team kept the game close through the first half before the Gamecocks pulled away with a series of tries including late-game scoring from Zach Mullineaux and Michael Rudzinsky. 

Final Two Bowl Seeds Decided This Weekend

The stage is set for the ACRC Bowl Series, coming to Charlotte on Nov. 21-22, with the exception of two key players—the top teams from the Southeastern Collegiate Rugby Conference. The SCRC championships are this weekend in Columbia, SC. Saturday’s tournament semifinals pit the top teams from the East and West divisions of the conference against the #2 team from the opposite camp. 

ACRC Bowl Series Brings the Best in Collegiate Rugby to Charlotte

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — High-level collegiate rugby competition comes to Charlotte, N.C. Nov. 21-22, 2014 with the inaugural American Collegiate Rugby Championships Bowl Series. This series of matches in traditional bowl format brings the very best college rugby teams from around the country to Charlotte’s Rugby Athletic Center, a sports and events venue located just three miles from downtown.

Win a Free T-Shirt!

Buy any ticket for the ACRC Bowl Series by 6pm on November 12, 2014 and you are automatically entered to win a free long-sleeved custom T-shirt. These high-quality shirts are only available to Bowl Series attendees and will not be on sale after the event!  

One- and two-day General Admission and VIP tickets are available online on the ACRC Bowl Series Website. Tickets will be sold at the door but are discounted online, plus if you order by noon tomorrow, you could win a shirt!

Stony Brook Wins the Empire

The Empire Champion Stony Brook University is set to play the Keystone Champion West Virginia University at 2:45pm on Saturday Nov. 22nd.

Conference champions and runner-ups will travel to Charlotte for the ACRC Bowl Series.  

The ACRC Bowl Series Schedule

Matt Hampson Runs Coaching Session at Iona College

Matt Hampson of Leicester Tigers and England U-21 and more recently of Matt Hampson Foundation took time out on his birthday vacation in NYC to coach the Iona College pack in scrums and lineout drives.

Though Matt was paralyzed in a scrum, his motto is "Get busy living". He knows that safe scrums are tight, cohesive, and aggressive scrums. He used his expertise to make minor adjustments in the Iona approach that paid major dividends in one session. He also gave fantastic adjustments to players in lineout drives and changing strike points.

Empire Conference Title on the Line this Saturday

Undefeated Stony Brook (#1) hosts Binghamton (#3) on Saturday for the final match to decided the Champion of the Empire Rugby Conference

Stony Brook defeated Fordham 54-8 on Oct. 25 to finish the Fall season at 6-0. The men of USMMA King's Point, whe finished second in the league at 5-1, had to ship out—literally—to fulfill their duty with the U.S. Merchant Marine. 

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Clemson, Maryland Fight for ACRL Title This Weekend

Clemson and Maryland play for the ACRC championship this weekend in Charlotte. Two weeks before playing host to the ACRC Bowl Series, the Rugby Athletic Center is the site of other high-level competition including matches between UNC and N.C. State, Charlotte RFC vs Life and the ACRL championship game. The ACRL champion and runner-up earn a berth in the Bowl Series at the RAC on Nov. 21-22. 

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Today is Not a Rugby Day

It's Election Day, people! Historically, only 40 percent of voters turn out for mid-term elections, but, as always, there's important stuff on the table. Wherever you may live, there are critical decisions to be made. So get out there and vote!

The ACRC Bowl Series: Hotel and Ticket Info

Coming to the ACRC Bowl Series? We have rooms reserved in three hotels in Charlotte for the event on Nov. 21-22.

In Focus: The Rugby Athletic Center and Charlotte

The ACRC Bowl Series takes place at Charlotte’s Rugby Athletic Center, a state-of-the-art facility located on 13.4 acres just south of downtown. Among the amenities available to Bowl Series players and attendees are a clubhouse, spacious locker rooms, concessions and libations from the Third Half Pub and a VIP level with complementary food & drink and tables overlooking the pitch. 

Army Tops ACRC Coaches Poll - Week 8

The ACRC Coaches Poll is out and not surprisingly, Army moves to #1 after they toppled previous #1 Kutztown.

Boathouse Sports

The ACRC Bowl Series in Charlotte, N.C. is proud to announce Boathouse Sports as a major event partner. Boathouse Sports designs custom performance apparel for elite sports teams around the country including a number of collegiate rugby squads.

Playoff Race in Full Swing in SCRC

Who's tops in the Southeastern Collegiate Rugby Conference? According to Tennessee head coach and SCRC league secretary Martin Bradley, the conference championship, which takes place Nov 15-16 in Columbia, SC, looks to play out this way:

Fierce Fight for Top Spot in Rugby East

The competition doesn’t get any fiercer than in the Rugby East Conference, where some of the best teams in the nation go head-to-head. Last weekend did not disappoint, with an epic Penn State-Kutztown game that saw the Nittany Lions roar back late in the second half to within 8 points, but fail to catch the Bears. 

The win means #3-ranked Kutztown shares the top spot in the standings with #5 Army. The two teams meet this weekend in West Point to determine the REC champion.  

Conference Update: Keystone

The Keystone Rugby Conference has seen more than its share of drama this fall as several teams vie for the chance to play a fellow conference champ at the ACRC Bowl Series.   

Big Weekend in College Rugby

A number of high-stakes games take place this weekend as conference standings begin to settle out in advance of the American Collegiate Rugby Championship Bowl Series (Charlotte, N.C., Nov. 21-22). Sixteen top teams from eight conferences will get invites to play in the series. 

URugby and ACRC Bowl Series: Connect With Us!

Be sure to follow URugby and the ACRC Bowl Series on Twitter and Facebook for reports on fall collegiate rugby action around the country, as well as updates on the teams headed to the ACRC Bowl Championship Series in Charlotte Nov. 21-22!

ACRC Bowl Series: Conference Roundup

Gearing up for the American Collegiate Rugby Championships Bowl Series in Charlotte, N.C., there’s a lot of tight competition in college conferences around the country. The performance of top teams in each league will determine who gets an official invite to the elite series at the Rugby Athletic Center in North Carolina’s Queen City on Nov. 21-22.

If the season ended today, 16 teams from eight conferences plus independents would meet in Charlotte as per the following breakdown of invitations. Invitations will be based on conference performance as well as strength of schedule.

Temple Defeats West Chester in Keystone Contest

In @Keystone_Rugby conference The @TempleU_Rugby Owls soundly defeated @WCUramsRugby Rams today by a final score of 68-22.

UNC-Clemson Kick off ACRL Action Friday Night

ACRL Conference rivals ‏@UNCRFC and @ClemsonRugby meet tonight in Chapel Hill, with Clemson hoping to improve on their 3-0 start. Clemson is looking to secure their automatic bid to the ACRC Bowl Series on November 21-22 in Charlotte, NC.

Maryland holds steady at #7 in the ACRC Coaches Poll

Kutztown University remains atop the ACRC Coaches Poll, and while there are a few shifts in this week's ballot results, for the most part the top ten has remained in the top ten.

URugby Announces ACRC Bowl Series in Charlotte, NC

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — High-level collegiate rugby competition comes to Charlotte, N.C. Nov. 21-22, 2014 with the inaugural American Collegiate Rugby Championships Bowl Series. This series of matches in traditional bowl format brings the very best college rugby teams from around the country to Charlotte’s Rugby Athletic Center, a sports and events venue located just three miles from downtown.

Va Tech Announces Scholarships

Blacksburg, Va. – The Virginia Tech men’s rugby program announced today two new scholarships valued at $1,000 each to be awarded for fall 2015.

The scholarships are funded by an endowment managed by the Virginia Tech Foundation.

AIC tops UMass

SPRINGFIELD, Mass.--American International College had success playing in the mud as they took down their Pioneer Valley rivals with a 34-8 win over the University of Massachusetts in Amherst. AIC improves to 4-0 on the fall campaign.

Kutztown Goes 2-0 on Canada Tour

ACRC favorite, Kutztown opened their 2014 Fall season last weekend with a quick Canadian jaunt, visiting the University of Ottawa Gee-Gees and the Thunder of Algonquin College. 

URugby Announces ACRC Bowl Series in Charlotte, NC

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — High-level collegiate rugby competition comes to Charlotte, N.C. Nov. 21-22, 2014 with the inaugural American Collegiate Rugby Championships Bowl Series. This series of matches in traditional bowl format brings the very best college rugby teams from around the country to Charlotte’s Rugby Athletic Center, a sports and events venue located just three miles from downtown.

The Beginning of 7s in the US

The first Sevens tournament in the United States occurred during a 1959 Thanksgiving holiday Saturday in Manhattan sponsored by the New York RFC. The winner was an M.I.T. “A” team against an M.I.T. “B” squad.  Eight teams participated, all from the northeast.

Amazing Finish to ACRC 7s at Surfside-Virginia Beach

The ranking and match-ups were set after Saturday's pool play at the Virginia Beach Sportsplex. The sun rose over the Atlantic Sunday on twelve teams stocked with talent and grit, each capable of beating any other on any given day. The question left to be decided was who would prove best on this day.

Surfside Sevens 2012 - The Recap

The theme all along in 2012 has been the people. The people that make our sport great. And with 68 teams playing 110 matches with 14 trophies in 9 divisions there were more people at Surfside 2012 than ever before. The crowd estimated at over 1,500 people was treated to some great rugby and lots and lots of rugby fun.

For 2008 Lost Boys, Surfside Sevens is More than Just Rugby

The Lost Boys, led by Joe O'Brien, took the Surfside Very Open Division for the 2nd year in a row in 2008. Look for the Lost Boys to make yet another appearance in 2011.

2006 Royall Lyme Surfside Sevens

July 29, 2006 - Stone Harbor -- Syracuse wins again - shock everyone - except themselves!! Other trophies were picked up by MARFU, Morris, Kutztown U19, the Hibos U19, Flip Flops and Brandywine. Congratulations to all participants. It was an awesome day of rugby!

2004 Surfside Passes the Hat for Pat

At the first Surfside in 2004, Surfside raised $1,184 for Pat Culley. Pat sustained a serious spinal injury while playing a Super League match against Boston in May of 2004. 2004 Surfside Passes the Hat for Pat Friends of Patrick Culley Need Your Support to Pass the Hat for Pat.