Coaching
May Statement from Morris Rugby President Andrea Matthews on COVID-19
To All the Morris Rugby Family, I hope this finds you well and healthy. It has been a difficult few months for all of us and, although it was hoped we might get some rugby this spring, it has now been confirmed by Rugby NJ that the spring season will not be completed for High…
Read MoreApril 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 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 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…
Read MoreYouth Players & Parents Beat the Heat at 2019 Flag Festival
Morris Rugby’s 2019 Youth Flag Festival took place on Saturday, July 20, 2019 in nearly 100° temperatures. Several precautions were taken to mitigate the sweltering heat in Chester, NJ. An early start to the day ensured that all games finished by 12:30 pm before the thermometer peaked. The schedule limited each team to three matches…
Read MoreParisi Speed School Demo Scheduled for August 19, 2019
On Monday, August 19, 2019, Parisi Speed School Rockaway will be putting on a demo organized by Bill Dobbs. Morris Rugby athletes are invited to the 6:30 pm session at Pocono Road field to work on speed training with certified Parisi Performance Coaches. This is a great opportunity for players to learn how Parisi’s cutting-edge…
Read MoreDenville Dawgs Celebrate Olympic Day on June 27, 2019
The Denville Dawgs celebrated Olympic Day by sharing the Olympic Values: Excellence, Friendship and Respect. Following practice on Thursday, June 27, 2019, the Dawgs participated in their parade of athletes. Local Olympians Craig Gilbert and Jennifer Demby, handball athletes from 1984 and 1996 respectively, and Tess Feury, captain of the 2014 Youth Olympic rugby team…
Read MoreHigh School Boys’ John Zeich Named to RUNY U23 Academy Forwards
Morris’ own John Zeich was named one of seven props on Rugby United New York’s newly formed U23 Academy squad. Coached by Phil Terrigno, the RUNY U23s program is a pathway to develop top local players for the future of the Major League Rugby side. This year RUNY finished 4th out of 9 teams in…
Read MoreMorris High School Alumni and Current Players Honored at Rugby NJ Awards Dinner
Rugby New Jersey held its 6th Annual Awards Reception on Monday, June 17th at 6 pm at the Holiday Inn in Clark, NJ. In total, 164 players, coaches and rugby supporters were in attendance. The keynote address was given by Phil Terrigno, Assistant Coach at West Point and Head Coach of the RUNY U-20s. Honorary…
Read MoreMorris HS Players Selected to Rugby NJ All Star Teams
Rugby New Jersey hosted an Invitational All Star Tournament on Sunday, June 9, 2019 at Lincoln Park in Jersey City. The tournament included three divisions: Varsity High School Boys, JV Boys and High School Girls (grades 9-12). Varsity HS Boys Coached by Greg Conover and Adam Zeich, Rugby NJ’s Varsity HS Boys roster included four Morris…
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