last revised: January 23, 2012, send comments to updates@epru.org
Jan 19, `12
UPDATED: Payments Currently Due to EPRU
- Does your team owe dues, fines or Fairmount Park permit fees? Prompt payment must be made. Payments after April 1st are subject to a $50 late fee and monthly outstanding balance fees , Go to Payments Page »
Apr 9, `11
Concussion Symptoms Differ in Male, Female Athletes
- according to a new study , More detail »
REMINDER New Address ? Phone? Email ? Report Your Team Officer Changes
- ALL teams are required to contact the EPRU Secretary IMMEDIATELY after the election or appointment of new club officers OR any change in address, phone or email. Include MAILING addresses !!! Contact: Dana Bateman, secretary@epru.org, phone: 610-524-7171 , Details »
Feb 4, `11
24 Hour Fitness and USA Rugby Offer Special Member Rate
- Get fit for the new rugby season with USA Rugby and 24 Hour Fitness - USA Rugby members get an exclusive membership rate! , More detail »
Apr 26, `11
Concussion Testing Now Available for all EPRU Athletes
- get a Baseline Test for only $8.00 Contact: John O'Donnell, ATC, rugby@tryod.com, phone: 484-680-4713 , More detail »
Philly Area to Host USA 7’s Collegiate Rugby Championship
- The USA 7s Collegiate Rugby Championship will be held at PPL Park in Chester, PA, on Saturday, June 4 and Sunday, June 5. Watch the video news spot and support NBC as they support rugby in our area. Contact: Joe Grohovsky, jgrohovsky@gmail.com, phone: 215-510-7679 , More detail »
YOU Can Reach Thousands of Rugby Players !!
- How? Advertise on the EPRU Website! Tournaments, Fundraisers, Businesses, Club Sponsors, Rugby Suppliers, etc. High hit volume and low prices.. , Advertising Details »
Jan 17, `11
Hey, it's raining ! Can we play ? Know the EPRU Weather Policy
- designed to guide teams when bad weather can affect whether a match is played or not. , Full Policy Details »
Making Rugby Safer and Medical Preparedness
- Have you read the EPRU's proactive safety practices "Making Rugby Safer"? If not, please take the time to do so. Is your Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place? Do you have Medical Coverage at your matches? Contact: John O'Donnell, ATC, rugby@tryod.com, phone: 484-680-4713 , Link to EPRU Safety/Risk Mgmt Program »
EPRU Field Preparation and Sideline Policy
- All clubs are to adhere to this important Policy aimed at improving the playing environment and enhancing the enjoyment of the match by everyone. , Details »
Sep 15, `10
Important Message Regarding USA Rugby Liability Insurance Contact: Lucy Zugschwert, USA Rugby Membership, LZugschwert@usarugby.org, phone: 1-303-539-0300 ext 134 , More detail »
May 2, `11
EPRU Financial Statements
- In an effort to provide greater transparency of the activities of the EPRU Executive Committee, EPRU Financial Statements are periodically posted online. Contact: John McIlhinney, CPA, mcilhin2@hotmail.com, phone: 215-740-9929 , View Financial Statements »
Jan 7, `10
EPRU Welcomes Dr. Brian Reiter
- The EPRU is excited to have Dr. Reiter as a go-to resource for orthopedic injuries with same-day or next-day availability to rugby players. , More detail »
Jan 18, `10
WHAT REFS WATCH IN A GAME
- An insightful look at what a referee faces once he blows the whistle for the opening kick-off. , More detail »
Mar 27, `11
EPRU 'Safer Rugby News' - The Latest Safety News is Now Available
- As part of its continuing proactive approach towards rugby safety, the EPRU will be issuing a regular newsletter to help clubs to be best prepared for the care of their players. Contact: John O'Donnell, ATC, rugby@tryod.com, phone: 484-680-4713 , Details »
Jun 1, `10
Sports Authority Stores Now Carrying Rugby Balls
- the following stores in the EPRU area now carry rugby balls , More detail »
Oct 22, `10
Men's Collegiate Division 1 Playoff Structure Finalized
- USA Rugby has finalized the 2010-2011 playoff structure for Collegiate Men’s Division I. The new structure was necessary due to the massive restructure of the top-tier of college rugby after the launch of the Division I Premier Division , More detail »
May 1, `10 - May 2, `10
MARFU Men's Division 2 Playoffs - ALL Teams from EPRU !
- Alapocas Run State Park, Wilmington, DE Contact: Brian R. Sloman, bsloman515@aol.com, phone: 610-659-5194 , More detail »
May 23, `10
EPRU U15 - U13 Championships
- On Sunday May 23, 2010 The EPRU held its 2010 U15 championships and tournament in Mechanicsburg PA. The tournament was hosted by the Cumberland Valley Rugby Club (CV) and held at a terrific venue at the Cumberland Valley High School. , More detail »
Jun 18, `10
NBC & Universal Announce Full Coverage of 2011, 2015 World Cups
- Universal Sports and NBC Sports will provide full, multi-platform coverage of all 48 matches during the 2011 World Cup in New Zealand and the 2015 World Cup in England. , More detail »
Jul 23, `11
Surfside Sevens #2
- Stone Harbor Recreation Center, 82nd and 2nd, Stone Harbor, NJ for Club Men & Women, HS Boys, College Men and Women and Very Open. Contact: 4, info@pwrfc.com , Details »
Dec 1, `10
Spectators Guide to Rugby
- Get the Spectators Guide to Rugby for your parents, friends. Easy to print pdf file , More detail »
Aug 30, `10 - Nov 10, `11
2011 National Playoff and Championship Dates
- Check these dates before you plan your schedule Contact: Lindsay Tiernan, Events Manager, USA Rugby, LTiernan@usarugby.org, phone: 303.539.0300 x 106 , More detail »
Sep 12, `10
CDC, USA Rugby Partner for 'Heads Up' Concussion Awareness
- to help coaches, players, match officials, and parents identify and manage concussions in rugby.
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Sep 12, `10
USA Rugby Forms Committee to Develop Future Look of Women's Premier League
- USA Rugby has recently started working with the Women’s Premier League (WPL) to form a committee that will make recommendations for policies and procedures regarding the movement of teams in and out of the WPL starting in 2011
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Oct 21, `10
IRB Launches New Player Welfare Website
- The International Rugby Board has launched a new interactive Player Welfare website aimed at educating and informing the global Rugby family on best-practice medical and player welfare policies and research. , More detail »
Oct 24, `10
Listen to Local Club's Weekly Radio Program - Available Anytime
- Check out the weekly internet radio rugby program called TRYOD's Rugby World on BrandywineRadio.com. The show airs Saturdays at 8:00 AM and is then posted on the archive page of BrandywineRadio.com so it can be heard anytime.
Contact: John O'Donnell, ATC, rugby@tryod.com, phone: 484-680-4713 , More detail »
Nov 19, `10
USA Rugby Offers New Insurance Plan for Members
- a Voluntary Rugby Accident Policy is now available , insurance@usarugby.org , More detail »
Nov 24, `10
There's an App for that ! New Rugby Laws App Now Available
- IRB launches an innovative application for universal download of the Game's Laws. , More detail »
Nov 26, `10
IRB Releases Law Amendments
- Changes Put Player Welfare First , More detail »
Nov 28, `10
New Book 'Earth Angels' Focuses on Heroism of Women's Rugby Team
- IUP Women helped survivors of a multi-vehicle accident on the PA Turnpike. , More detail »
Jan 26, `11
EPRU U15 / U13 Rugby Now on Facebook
- http://www.facebook.com/pages/EPRU-U15-U13-Rugby/130394067026674?v=wall Contact: Kevin Lynott, klynott@verizon.net, phone: 215-696-9852 , More detail »
Jan 26, `11
Two EPRU Coaches Nominated for Coaching Award
- Greg Mininger and Brian Boyle, Northeast Raiders U19's, are finalists for Double-Goal Coach Awards presented by Liberty Mutual , More detail »
Mar 10, `11
Two U-19 EPRU Coaches Win Coaching Award
- Brian Boyle and Greg Mininger win , More detail »
Jan 28, `11
USA Rugby and Hilton Hotels Partner to Benefit Members
- All stays booked through USA Rugby’s portal on the Hilton website (HHonors.com/usarugby) will receive a 15% discount and a portion of the profits will be reinvested to help develop American rugby.
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Jan 15, `12 - Jan 31, `12
Deadline for HS/U19 Teams to Submit Paperwork & Dues
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Mar 19, `11 - Jul 23, `11
MARFU Regional Events - Spring & Summer 2011
- Check all the MARFU Events , More detail »
Mar 13, `11
Latest Injury Study
- Studies in both hemispheres have revealed a 20 per cent decrease in the likelihood of sustaining an injury during match situations.
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Mar 12, `11
Forbes: Why Pro Rugby Could Win in the U.S.
- Just think, we could watch the NFL, UFL and NCAA games from September to February and then watch rugby matches from March to August. Oh, the possibilities , More detail »
Mar 16, `11
MARFU Senior Women's All Star Program Announces Spring Schedule
- including camps and preparation matches Contact: Bob Weir, bweirathome@comcast.net, phone: 302-377-6107 , More detail »
Mar 15, `11
EPRU Sponsors Red Cross Certification
- 31 participants were trained in Adult CPR and First Aid , More detail »
Mar 16, `11
EPRU Pilots IRB Level 2 Coaching Course
- first IRB Level 2 coaching course held in this country! , More detail »
Apr 5, `11
USA Sevens Finalizes 16 Team Field to Compete in Collegiate Rugby Championships at PPL Park on June 4-5
- USA Sevens today confirmed the 16 teams set to compete in the second-ever Collegiate Rugby Championship, coming exclusively to PPL Park in Chester, PA, from Saturday, June 4 through Sunday, June 5. The tournament will be broadcast live nationally on NBC with taped segments airing throughout the weekend on Versus. This is the first time the tournament will be held in the Greater Philadelphia Region. Contact: Jason Toner, phone: 215-952-4157 , More detail »
Apr 10, `11
Six Rookie Rugby Teams Created in Delaware
- the Delaware Rugby Foundation has made great strides in getting rugby into six schools Contact: Christopher Wierzbowski, chris@derugbyfoundation.org, phone: 603-209-0686 , More detail »
Apr 2, `11 - Apr 3, `11
West Shore United Boys at Cherry Blossom Tournament
- The West Shore United Boys traveled to Washington DC the first weekend of April to take part in the prestigious Cherry Blossom Tournament after their convincing 52-8 victory over Warwick in EPRU league play on Thursday, March 31. West Shore would win their pool by defeating two strong Canadian sides. Contact: Sean Robinson, sean.p.robinson@verizon.net, phone: 717-576-2328 , More detail »
Apr 20, `11 - May 20, `11
Boys Rugby: All Star Nomination Procedure
- Want to nominate a player? Contact: Dan Currie, dancurrie1@verizon.net, phone: 215-901-0248 , More detail »
Apr 20, `11
State Based Rugby Proposed For EPRU High School Teams
- A crowd of 24 interested EPRU club administrators recently gathered to hear Kurt Weaver of USA Rugby explain the benefits of creating State Based Rugby Organizations (SBRO) for High School teams. Contact: Joe Grohovsky, jgrohovsky@gmail.com, phone: 215-510-7679 , More detail »
