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 [email protected].
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, February 19, 2020 • 7–8 pmParents: Do you have a child who is serious about college rugby, but not sure where to start? Learn from the guru in college rugby planning, Rugger’s Edge Owner & Founder, Karen Fong Donoghue!In this webinar, she will teach you all about the college rugby landscape and how your child can use rugby to help increase their chances of college admission and scholarship — with special focus on how to approach Rugby NJ’s upcoming combine. This webinar is highly encouraged for parents with rugby players in grades 8-11.To sign up for the webinar, please reserve your spot here. Login information will be sent prior to the session.
morris-six-nations Six Nations Resumes This Weekend
Saturday, February 22, 2020 • 9:15 am at the Moose
21 Sammis Ave, Dover, NJ 07801After a BYE weekend, Six Nations viewing at the Dover Moose Lodge resumes Saturday 2/22 with Italy vs Scotland at 9:15 am and Wales vs France at 11:45 am. Then, join us on Sunday 2/23 for Ireland vs England at 10 am.This weekend’s menu includes spiral ham on Saturday and shepherd’s pie on Sunday — plus bagels, salads and much more.Visit the Facebook event for more details!
rugby-nj-combine Rugby New Jersey’s Annual College Fair & Rugby Combine
Sunday, February 23, 2020 • 11 am at Morris County Vo Tech
400 East Main Street, Denville, NJ 07834Coaches, admissions representatives, current students and alumni from more than 40 collegiate rugby programs will be on hand to discuss their schools and rugby programs with student athletes and their family members.All High School Rugby Players are invited to register now for the Rugby Combine. Online registration is $40 per player or $200 for teams. Click here to pay online.Combine Schedule:
• Boy’s Check in 8 am
• Boy’s Combine 9 am – 12 noon
• Girl’s Check in 11 am
• Girl’s Combine 12 noon – 2 pmThe Rugby Combine will take place in a gymnasium. Wear SNEAKERS. Be prepared for a vertical jump, shuttle run, 40 meter dash and beep test.For additional information please contact [email protected].
rrsny-referee-course Level 1 Referee Course Hosted by RRSNY
Saturday, March 1, 2020 • 9 am– 5 pm at Princeton University
Dillon Gymnasium, Elm Dr, Princeton, NJ 08544The Rugby Referee Society of New York is holding a Level 1 referee class with room for about 15 in the class. The cost is $75 and lunch is provided. Come dressed to run, play a little rugby and get some hands-on refereeing experience. This is the only way to get certified before the spring season.***Registration closes Wednesday, February 26th*** Click here to register.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

  • Volunteers are needed for Rugby NJ’s College Fair & Combine at Morris County Vo Tech on Sunday, February 23rd. Please see consider giving a little bit of your time! Click here to sign up.
  • A few more volunteers are needed for the Big Brew Beer Festival at the Morristown Armory on Saturday, February 29th. Volunteers get free entrance to the event, which benefits our Morris Rugby programs. Click here to sign up.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

  • Morristown St. Patrick’s Day Parade • March 14, 2020 – Morris Rugby will be marching as a group again. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for details!
  • Free Women’s Rugby Clinic Hosted by Northeast Philadelphia Irish • March 7, 2020 at Phield House, 814 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia PA, 19123 – Players will gain expert skills in all phases of the game from former USA Eagles players and coaches, including MA Sorenson and Tiffany Fa’ae’e. Click here to sign up.

SAVE THE DATES! Details coming soon…

  • Denville River Cleanup • May 23, 2020
  • Morris Rugby’s Annual Golf Outing • June 19, 2020
  • Sunrise to Sunset Touch Rugby for Alzheimer’s Research – The Longest Day • June 20, 2020
  • Joey Bella Band, Beer and Beefsteak • July 3, 2020
  • Youth Flag Rugby Festival • July 18, 2020

REMINDERS

  • Mennen Field remains closed until March 30, 2020. We reseed and fertilize the pitch throughout the year but closing the field over the winter months will let it recover. Coaches, please make other arrangements.
  • Remember to use Amazon Smile and choose to support Morris Rugby.
  • You can always find upcoming events on on our website calendar at the bottom of our home page.
  • Don’t forget to follow Morris Rugby on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram!
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www.MorrisRugby.org
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45 S. Park Place #257
Morristown, NJ 07960
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