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April Statement from Morris Rugby President Andrea Matthews on COVID-19
To All the Morris Rugby Family, During this difficult time in our lives I know we have had to take a step back from rugby but wanted to take this opportunity to update everyone about our ongoing plans to ensure Morris Rugby is in the best position possible when we are able to begin play…
Read MoreGood Friday Sinner’s Dinner Goes Virtual
Our annual Good Friday Sinner’s Dinner, typically at Arthur’s Tavern in Morris Plains, will be a virtual event this year. Log in on Friday, April 10, 2020 any time between 7 pm and 8 pm to virtually share your Sinner’s steak, cold beer and laughs. Show off your grilling skills! Please consider also making a…
Read MoreMarch Statement from Morris Rugby President Andrea Matthews on COVID-19
To Parents, Players and Coaches, As concern grows regarding the Coronavirus, I just wanted to reach to our community to update everyone. Morris Rugby takes this very seriously and will monitor the recommendations from the CDC, local state department and USA Rugby regularly. At this time, we will continue with all scheduled events, practices and…
Read MoreMorris Rugby to March in Morristown St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March with Morris Rugby in the Morristown St. Patrick’s Day Parade! The 2020 Morristown St. Patrick’s Day Parade is on Saturday, March 14th. Anyone wishing to march should meet at the Morristown Town Hall, 200 South Street (entrance is from the back lot on Franklin Street) by 11:00 am. All are welcome including players, parents,…
Read MoreMorris Rugby Newsletter ~ February 2020
Here’s what’s new and noteworthy in the world of Morris Rugby… Andrea Matthews Named New President of Morris Rugby Corporation Congratulations Andrea! Community members can reach out to Andrea at andreamatthews@morrisrugby.org. PJ Miller Awarded 2019 Volunteer of the Year Congratulations PJ! Click here to read more. Rugger’s Edge Webinar Hosted by Rugby New Jersey Wednesday,…
Read MorePJ Miller Awarded 2019 Volunteer of the Year
Morris Rugby is proud to announce that our 2019 Volunteer of the Year Award was presented to PJ Miller at the AGM on February 9, 2020. PJ devotes countless volunteer hours to keep our organization humming every year — including organizing Six Nations and Rugby World Cup viewings at the Moose Lodge, leading the Rutgers…
Read MoreJoin Morris Women for a Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser on February 8, 2020
Join Morris Women’s Rugby FC for a Cornhole Tournament fundraiser at Jersey Girl Brewing Company! All proceeds directly benefit the women’s team, which is part of the Morris Rugby Corporation 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Who: Teams of 2 players When: Saturday, February 8, 2020 • 1–4 PM Where: Jersey Girl Brewing Company, 426 Sand Shore Rd,…
Read MoreMorris Rugby Newsletter ~ January 2020
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Here’s what’s new and noteworthy in the world of Morris Rugby… Six Nations Round 1 Saturday, February 1, 2020 • 9:15 am at the Moose 21 Sammis Ave, Dover, NJ 07801Six Nations viewing at the Dover Moose Lodge kicks off Saturday, February 1st with Wales vs Italy and 9:15 am and Ireland…
Read MoreMorris Stars Attend World Youth Rugby Festival with Rhinos Rugby Academy
By Katherine Bitgood Two Morris Rugby stars rang in the New Year at the World Youth Rugby Festival (WYRF) with Rhinos Rugby Academy. The festival was held December 29, 2019 to January 4, 2020 in Irvine, CA, bringing the world’s rising talent together for 7 days of nonstop youth rugby action. Among the players from…
Read MoreNominations for the 2019 Volunteer of the Year Award Due January 31, 2020
Morris Rugby Corporation is now accepting nominations for our 2019 Volunteer of the Year Award. Submit your nominations to Donna Waliky at dwaliky@gmail.com through Friday, January 31st. Please include the nominee’s name, role with Morris Rugby, and a brief statement supporting your nomination on how the candidate contributes to our mission: “To promote the growth…
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