The EPRU has seven (7) Womens' Club teams who are free to schedule other Women's Clubs and Colleges in East Penn and other LAU's. Currently, the top Full Member EPRU Women's Club represents the EPRU at the MARFU Women's Club Championships to determine which three clubs advance to the USA Rugby Women's Club Sweet 16 and on to the USA Rugby Women's National Championship.
Women's Club Coordinator - Responsibilities
1. Submit all Women's Club schedules to the East Penn Rugby Referees Society.
2. Collect and post weekly match results on EPRU website.
3. Provide timely communications and support to team coaches and presidents regarding their obligations to the Union, coaching and refereeing courses, and other relevant issues/events.
4. Provide teams with materials and sources of information to improve their teams, including those dealing with player skills, coaching, Laws of the Game, safety, conduct, fundraising, etc.
5. Facilitate conflict resolutions between teams
6. Publish rules and policies for teams that are conducive to maintaining a positive image for Rugby and providing a quality experience for all involved.
7. Oversee and coordinate an All-Star program
8. Represent teams' best interests in dealings with governing bodies, including the Referees Society.
9. Attend all EPRU Meetings
10. Publicize camps and tournaments
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 »
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 »
MARFU Sideline Behavior Policy
- This policy is applicable to all matches played under the direct jurisdiction of the Mid-Atlantic RFU (MARFU), such as, but not limited to, League matches, Playoff matches and MARFU Qualifiers , More detail »
Real American Rugby Stories--- Video Clip
- Enjoy this clip of young deaf players playing rugby,
http://www.realamericanstories.com/hydemodel-rugby/ , 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 »
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 »
Jul 7, `12
Cheesesteak 7s
- at Anson B. Nixon Park, Kennett Square for 40 teams; 16 Club Men, 16 Club Women, 4 HS Boys, 4 HS Girls. Entry fee $225 for Club Men & Women, $125 for HS, due by June 29. After June 29, $250 and $150 respectively. Contact: Patricia Delamere, president@brandywinerugby.org, phone: 716-698-5795 , Details »
Jun 30, `12
Harrisburg 7s
- Campbelltown Volunteer Fire Company, Route 422, Annville, PA. Brackets for Club Men & Women and HS/U19 Boys & Girls. Entry fee $200 before June 1, $250 after.
Contact: Mike Snyder
Phone: 717-566-3237 x 309 or 717-533-9893
Contact: Mike Snyder, msnyder@dtma.com, phone: 717-566-3237 x 309 , Details »
Jun 16, `12
North Penn 7s
- for Club Men and Club Women at John S. Clemens Memorial Park, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Hatfield, PA. $225 entry fee by June 9. Contact: Jason Delp, jason.delp@gmail.com, phone: 267-664-2378 , Details »
Jun 9, `12 - Jun 10, `12
Lehigh Valley Summer 7s
- Monocacy Park, Bethlehem, PA. For Club Men & Women and HS Boys. Entry fee is $250 with registration. Contact: Brett Biggs, biggzee2@gmail.com, phone: 610-882-1895 , Details »
May 19, `12
Subaru 7s
- at Alapocas Run State Park in Wilmington, DE for 44 teams. Combination of Club Women, College Men & Women, HS Boys & Girls and U15 Non-Contact. All teams are guaranteed 3 games. Trophies to all group winners and runners-up. Entry fee $100 to $250 due by May 11.
Proceeds support the Delaware Rugby Foundation Contact: Andy Newcombe, ACNewcombe@comcast.net, phone: 302-584-5999 , Details »
May 17, `12
UPDATED: Payments Currently Due to EPRU
- Does your team owe dues, fines or Fairmount Park permit fees? , Go to Payments Page »
Nov 11, `11 - Nov 13, `11
USA Rugby Women's Premier, Div 1 and Div 2 Championships
- Princess Anne Sports Complex, Virginia Beach, VA , More detail »
USA Rugby Women's Club 15's All Star Championship
- The Little Q, San Diego, CA , Go to USA Rugby Site »
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 »
Apr 9, `11
Concussion Symptoms Differ in Male, Female Athletes
- according to a new study , 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 16, `11
EPRU Pilots IRB Level 2 Coaching Course
- first IRB Level 2 coaching course held in this country! , More detail »
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 »
Dec 1, `10
Spectators Guide to Rugby
- Get the Spectators Guide to Rugby for your parents, friends. Easy to print pdf file , 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 »
Nov 26, `10
IRB Releases Law Amendments
- Changes Put Player Welfare First , 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 19, `10
USA Rugby Offers New Insurance Plan for Members
- a Voluntary Rugby Accident Policy is now available , insurance@usarugby.org , More detail »
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 »
Sep 12, `10
MARFU Announces New U-23 Women's All Star Coach
- This is to announce that Kate Nichol has been selected to head the MARFU Women's U23 All-Star team for the next three years.
, 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.
, More detail »
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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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 »
Aug 20, `10 - Sep 5, `10
2010 Women's World Cup, London, England
- USA Women in Pool B in the 6th Women's World Cup facing 2006 runners-up England, as well as Ireland and Kazakhstan. , More detail »
Jun 3, `10
Bob Weir to Coach Philadelphia Women
- Weir will take over head coaching duties for the Fall 2010 season. Contact: Emily Sabato, emilysabato@gmail.com, phone: 973-557-8991 , More detail »
Jun 1, `10
Sports Authority Stores Now Carrying Rugby Balls
- the following stores in the EPRU area now carry rugby balls , More detail »
Feb 20, `10
Philadelphia Women debut Arena Rugby at the Wachovia Center
- The Philadelphia Women’s Rugby Football Club (PWRFC) partnered with standout college players from the Philadelphia city colleges to play an exhibition match in the Wachovia Center on Saturday, Feb 20th. , More detail »
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 »
USA Rugby Announces Change in Under 20 Women's National Team Eligibility
- To be eligible for the Women Under-20’s squad for the upcoming season players must be under 20 years old on September 1, 2009. This is a change to the prior date of January 1, 2010 , More detail »
Jul 26, `09
USA Rugby Announces City-Based Sevens Tournament Team Rosters
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May 24, `09
MARFU U23 Squad Announced for 2009 National All Star Championships Contact: Lisa Rosen, coachingrugby@gmail.com, phone: 215-421-1823 , More detail »
May 19, `09
USA Rugby Announces Newest Partnership with Better Rugby Coaching
- The Coach Development Department is excited to announce its partnership with Better Rugby Coaching, an online resource dedicated to the betterment and continuous education of rugby coaches around the world. Contact: Mollie McCarthy, USA Rugby, mmccarthy@usarugby.org , More detail »
Apr 7, `09 - May 31, `09
USA Rugby Announces 2009 Women's All-American Program
- and for the first time will officially field a Women's All-American team , More detail »
Mar 10, `09
USA Rugby Announces New Women's Club Competition
- Women's Premier League is established. USA Rugby will officially endorse the 2009 Women’s Club Division 2 Invitational Championship and confirm that the event is on a defined path toward becoming an official USA Rugby Championship. , Link to Complete Report and Competition Structure »
Dec 14, `07
Women's National Team Age Grade Structure to Change in 2008
- USA Rugby announced today structural changes to the Women Contact: Yvonne Parkhurst, YParkhurst@usarugby.org , WNT Link »
Jun 23, `06
Philadelphia Women Travel to Colorado to Represent the EPRU
- Ten players and coaches from Philadelphia Women's RFC traveled to Boulder, Colorado to represent the EPRU at the USA Rugby National All Star Championships on three different teams (USA Women's Eagles, MARFU Senior, and MARFU U23) June 9-11, 2006. , amarfisi@sju.edu, phone: 215-380-6707 , Details »
Procedure for Confirming Match Day Arrangements
- This is a MUST-READ for all team Presidents and especially, Match Secretaries. Print a copy and follow it. , Print Procedure for Confirming Match Day Arrangeme »
The EPRU has seven (7) Womens' Club teams who are free to schedule other Women's Clubs and Colleges in East Penn and other LAU's. Currently, the top Full Member EPRU Women's Club represents the EPRU at the MARFU Women's Club Championships to determine which three clubs advance to the USA Rugby Women's Club Sweet 16 and on to the USA Rugby Women's National Championship.
