Morris Rugby Newsletter ~ June 2020
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Uncertain Return to Rugby • Update from President Andrea Matthews
I’m sure everyone is excited about stores and outdoor dining opening on June 15th, I know I am. As you know Governor Murphy has also said that “effective June 22nd, sporting activities, including organized sporting activities, are permitted in outdoor settings only. Providing that they do not involve person-to-person contact or routinely entail individuals interacting within six feet of another.” Unfortunately, rugby doesn’t fall into the sporting activities allowed yet as stated above and is still prohibited in any setting. I know this is disappointing for everyone, but Morris Rugby must continue to adhere to local and state regulations and follow guidelines from USA Rugby, Empire GU and Rugby NJ when we are allowed to begin practices and games again. Please remember Mennen and Pocono Road fields are owned by the Morris County Parks Commission and Denville Township Parks department respectively and it is important that we follow the Executive order from Governor Murphy when using the fields. This also ensures we are covered by the required liability insurance we must have for all activities. I know this is disappointing but hopefully we can get out on the pitch again soon. Stay Healthy, Andrea Matthews |
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Logan Robson Presented with Willie Blumberg Award
Congratulations to Logan Robson who was presented with the Willie Blumberg Memorial Award on Thursday, June 11, 2020 by John Sutherland. The Willie Blumberg Memorial Award acknowledges a senior player from the High School boys program, voted on by his peers, for having given his all at training and each match; for being an active member of the club who has shown exemplary sportsmanship; and for personifying a great all-around player and individual. |
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Rugby Golf Fundraiser on June 27th to Benefit Alzheimer’s Research
Join the Morris Rugby family at Pocono Road field on June 27, 2020 for an all-day Rugby Golf event to benefit Alzheimer’s disease research. Originally conceived as sunrise-to-sunset touch rugby, this event has been reconfigured to meet social distancing guidelines. You do not need to know how to play rugby or golf to join in the fun! Reach out to Bill Dobbs with any questions. Together we can help others that have this terrible disease. |
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