GRR: Youth
It’s easy to say “youth rugby is the future” but how, exactly do you accomplish this?
While it’s good news that youth and HS participation is up about 19%, it’s also true that neglecting growth of the youth game can also spell doom for a program, especially a HS club (which has to re-recruit hard every year) or even a state organization.
USA Youth & High School has announced a new rebranding, featuring a new logo that captures the essence of youth, energy, and fun.
Maryland Exiles Youth Rugby Club is hosting its three-day Youth & High School Rugby Festival in April.
This tournament will run Friday April 5 to Sunday, April 7 at King Farm Park in Rockville, Md. This is a 15-a-side tournament and will have seven divisions: Boys HS Elite, Girls HS Elite, Boys HS Varsity, Girls HS Open, Boys HS JV, Girls Middle School, and Boys MIddle School.
Just a few days remain for applications for the US Rugby Foundation's New Program Grant.
New Youth and HS programs can apply for startup costs.
The United States Rugby Foundation has announced its latest co-branded tent recipients.
The idea behind the tent program is to give teams a home on the road. Having a tent with the team's name emblazoned on the side provides teams with an identifiable place to store their kit and meet up.
The USRF identifies programs that are growing the game and growing their numbers.