Amy McCormick 
The University of Illinois men have been hosting a Summer Skill Series, and wrapped up the summer in Naperville. After the success of a pilot program held at Morton West High School two weeks earlier, the Illini set up shop in Naperville; hosted by Neuqua Valley High School Rugby. The second iteration opened participation up … Read more
The Girls High School All State Tornadoes program, playing in the RCT, winning two of four game. Wisconsin All Stars 33 Illinois Tornados 5Illinois Tornados 29 Indy Speed 5Ohio Celtic Elite 22 Illinois Tornados 18Illinois Tornados 31 Minnesota Youth Rugby 19 Earlier this summer, these young women played in the Midwest All Star Challenge in … Read more
Do you know of anyone currently or planning on attending NIU and plays rugby? We are offering for the first time scholarships. Minimum requirements: Minimum GPA (Cumulative) 2.0 out of 4.0 scale– Each scholarship will have designated applicant parameters. Overall, applicants must be Freshmen through Junior year, eligible player according to the USA Rugby Collegiate Eligibility Rules.– … Read more
State ChampionshipsJ. Sterling Morton West High School2400 Home Ave, Berwyn, IlHigh School State Championships May 27, 2019Middle School State Championships June 2, 2019 Admission Price-Members of USA Rugby with ID Card – FREEAdults – $10Students- $5Family – $25 – two adults and three children No outside food will be allowed, no pets or dogs allowed … Read more
The ninth annual Rugby for Research festival was the biggest ever, in terms of the number of matches played. It was the first time that a middle school rugby festival was hosted south of I-80 in Illinois, and it was a huge success. On a beautiful sunny spring day, 18 teams from 12 rugby clubs, … Read more
Rugby for Research festival on May 4 to support AFSP RUGBY CLUBS FROM ACROSS THE STATE WILL GATHER IN CHILLICOTHE FOR 9TH ANNUAL EVENT The Chillicothe Rugby Football Club (CRFC) announced recently that it will be dedicating its 9th annual Rugby for Research charity fundraising event on May 4 to supporting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). AFSP’s mission is to … Read more
State ChampionshipsJ. Sterling Morton West High School2400 Home Ave, Berwyn, IlHigh School State Championships May 27, 2019Middle School State Championships June 2, 2019 Admission Price-Members of USA Rugby with ID Card – FREEAdults – $10Students- $5Family – $25 – two adults and three children No outside food will be allowed, no pets or dogs allowed … Read more
Technical Zone & Sideline Management Guidelines for High School RugbyThe Technical Zone is the area specified for teams and coaches to be around the field during a rugby match. Using these zones is an absolute for organization of the field and safety of players, coaches, referees and spectators. Although tradition has allowed coaches and spectators … Read more
The Tornadoes won the Girls HS Division at The Ruck at Rock Hill Tournament in Rock Hill, SC this weekend! The team has come together solidly over their June tournaments and have showcased the talent of young female athletes. On June 24, the Girls High School Tornadoes won significantly with scores of, Illinois 32 v … Read more
