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Resilient Morris Rugby High School Seniors Return Home in Dominating Fashion

By dink | May 11, 2021

Morristown, NJ – The forecast called for rain. One of the area fields had already been closed. The cloud of COVID-19, which had already cancelled countless games since this time last season, lingered like it does. There were still plenty of hurdles to get over before this home game, the first in over a year…

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Morris Masters: Coronavirus Continuum

By dink | May 11, 2021

by Ralph Scoville Thanks to that C word, it has been nearly 18 months since the last official Tri-State Rugby Palooza was held. But with vaccinations now starting to kick some Coronavirus coccyx, we were able to take the pitch once again. Although our esteemed President could not be there, he ASSURED us that the…

Morris Rugby Newsletter ~ March 2021

By dink | March 12, 2021

Here’s what’s new and noteworthy in the world of Morris Rugby… Morris Rugby Store Now Open Through Sunday, April 4th The Morris Rugby store is now open! Don’t miss your chance to get some new swag for spring. The deadline for orders is Sunday, April 4th; estimated delivery is four weeks AFTER that order deadline. FREE…

Morris Rugby’s 2021 AGM Goes Virtual

By dink | February 21, 2021

Morris Rugby’s Annual General Meeting will take place virtually on Sunday, February 28th from 4–5 pm. Zoom link below. All players, coaches, program admins, volunteers, family and friends of Morris Rugby are invited to come hear about what’s happening with the corp. Hope to see you all logged in! Topic: Morris Rugby AGM Time: Feb…

Morris Rugby Newsletter ~ January 2021

By dink | January 31, 2021

Here’s what’s new and noteworthy in the world of Morris Rugby… 2021 Seasons Kicking Off for High School Girls, U12/U14 Girls & Men’s Teams After a long winter hiatus, Morris Rugby’s players are beginning to thaw out and some teams are starting to train again. See below for current details. Reminder: The Morris Rugby Covid-19…

Morris Masters: The Once-in-a-lifetime, Never-to-be-repeated (9th Annual) Morris Rugby Trip to Ireland

By dink | January 23, 2021

By Ralph Scoville Traditionally, the observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in the US coincides with another sacred ritual – Morris Rugby traveling to Castleisland for a celebration of life and rugby.  This was to have been the Once-in-a-lifetime, Never-to-be-repeated (9th Annual) weekend, but as with everything else across the world, traditions had to…

Year-End Message from Morris Rugby President Andrea Matthews

By dink | December 22, 2020

With the holiday season upon us and as we look back on 2020, I’m sure we can all agree it was a year we will never forget. Whatever was thrown at us, the Morris Rugby Family showed the love of the game still endured and if there is a will there is a way. Although…

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Bill Dobbs to Succeed Gene Caulfield as New HS Girls Head Coach

By dink | December 22, 2020

Earlier this year, Gene Caulfield announced he was stepping down as the HS Girls Head Coach after an incredibly fruitful four and a half years. Under Gene’s leadership, the HS Girls rose to be ranked #4 in the country in 2018 and garnered numerous HSAA and select side nominations. Additionally, many of his players earned…

Morris Rugby Newsletter ~ December 2020

By dink | December 22, 2020

Happy Holidays from Morris Rugby! Year-End Message from Morris Rugby President Andrea Matthews With the holiday season upon us and as we look back on 2020, I’m sure we can all agree it was a year we will never forget. Whatever was thrown at us, the Morris Rugby Family showed the love of the game…

Morris Rugby and Dover Moose Lodge Food Drive for Hope House

By dink | October 20, 2020

As we all know, people are struggling during these difficult times — some more than others. As a club we want to help support those struggling to feed their families and therefore we will be collecting nonperishable food items, PPE, cleaning supplies and hygiene items for Hope House Dover NJ, part of Catholic Charities. Learn…