If the standard of rugby in the EPRU, MARFU and USA is to improve, it is vitally important that we introduce our players to the game at an early age. Accordingly, increasing emphasis is being placed on the development of high school and youth rugby programs in our Union. At present the EPRU administers these youth rugby programs: U-19 Boys and Girls, U-15 Boys Contact and U-15 Co-Ed Non-Contact.
The
High School Rugby Program is for players enrolled in grades 9 to 12. Matches
are played in the spring between teams of 15-a-side on a full-sized pitch.
Although most Laws of the senior game apply, there are modifications.
(See
Under 19 Variations) Besides playing a round-robin schedule, teams
also participate in an EPRU Championship. Winners proceed to a Territorial
Championship, and if successful, the National High School Championship.
The EPRU Boys High School Rugby Program is directed by the Boys High School Coordinator. Besides coordinating the scheduling of matches, tournaments and All-Star play, the Coordinator is a liaison between the participating teams and the EPRU.
The EPRU Boys High School Coordinator is responsible for all facets of the high school program.
Boy's High School Coordinator - Responsibilities
Organize league by geography and talent to assure maximum competitiveness
Organize agenda and annual coaches meeting
Prepare league schedule and communicate to membership
Communicate in a timely fashion to membership re league rules, match reporting procedures, protest procedures
Mediate disputes between members
Interact with Referee Society to maximize use of scarce referee resources
Assist EPRU Secretary with the collection of necessary annual paperwork and dues
Interact with USA Rugby U19 coaches/administrators to assure that EPRU players receive selection consideration
Input match results weekly in a timely fashion
Assure that venues exist for end-of-season playoff matches/tournaments
At the conclusion of league season organize playoff brackets/match-ups
Organize committees as required to manage selected league functions
Organize and oversee an All-Star program
Prepare and monitor an annual budget for EPRU HS-related expenses
Communicate player development camp opportunities to members
Respond to member inquiries/issues in a timely fashion
Provide support and assistance to newly-formed teams
UPDATED: Payments Currently Due to EPRU
- 2010 Dues Invoices are now posted. Does your team owe dues, fines or Fairmount Park permit fees? Prompt payment must be made. Some high school teams still have outstanding balances due to the dues increase in Feb 2009. Payments after April 1st are subject to a $50 late fee and monthly outstanding balance fee , Go to Payments Page »
EPRU Field Preparation and Sideline Policy
- All clubs are to adhere to this important Policy aimed at improving the playing environment and enhancing the enjoyment of the match by everyone. , Details »
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Jul 21, `09
8th Annual East Stroudsburg Rugby Player Development Camp
- In its eighth year, the East Stroudsburg Rugby Player Development Camp has been the premier co-educational rugby camp focused on improving athletes’ foundation and knowledge of the game. The camp continues to grow in size and was registered to capacity this year. The campers’ enthusiasm and eagerness to learn as well as the instructors’ inspiration and love of the game are instrumental in the camp’s success. Contact: Kevin Castner, castner@live.com, phone: 570-460-2626 , More detail »
Jul 10, `10
Cheesesteak 7s
- Anson B. Nixon Park, Kennett Square, PA. For Club Men & Women, HS Boys & HS Girls Contact: Lindsay Watson, president@brandywinerugby.org, phone: 215-806-0105 , Details »
Jul 8, `10 - Jul 11, `10
9th Annual East Stroudsburg Rugby Player Development Camp
- For the ninth year the camp continues a great tradition of promoting the sport of rugby & exposing young rugby athletes to an all-star staff of USA National and International level coaches. Contact: Kevin Castner, castner@live.com, phone: 570-460-2626 , Click here for more info and to register »
Jun 26, `10
Harrisburg 7s
- Fort Indiantown Gap Military Reservation, Annville, PA - Men's and Women's open divisions and HS Boys & Girls. Contact: Greg Ball, president@harrisburgrugby.com, phone: 717-329-4846 , Details »
May 22, `10
Subaru 7's
- at Alapocas Run State Park in Wilmington, DE. For Club Men & Women, HS Boys & Girls. All teams are guaranteed 3 games. Trophies to all group winners and runners-up. All Division winners receive a set of 10 tournament rugby jerseys.
Proceeds support the Delaware Rugby Foundation Contact: Jerry Humphrey, wrfc36@aol.com, phone: 302-521-9457 , Details »
May 21, `10 - May 23, `10
USA Boys High School and Boys & Girls U 19 Championships
- Rio Tinto Stadium, Sandy, Utah , Go To The USA Rugby Website »
Mar 13, `10
Coaching Development - Luke Gross Lineout Workshop
- 10:00 am at Cedar Cliff HS - open to coaches and players Contact: Sean Robinson, sean.p.robinson@verizon.net, phone: 717-576-2328 , More detail »
Feb 27, `10 - Feb 28, `10
Frost Bite Pre-Season Rugby Tournament
- Hosted by Hempfield Knightmare RFC and Roses Athletic Club at Hempfield HS, Lancaster, PA Contact: Tom Hallowell, thallowell@aol.com, phone: 717-434-8383 , More detail »
Feb 15, `10 - May 30, `10
EPRU Game Development Opportunities
- Grants available for member clubs Contact: Lisa Rosen, coachingrugby@gmail.com, phone: 215-421-1823 , More detail »
Jan 7, `10
EPRU Welcomes Dr. Brian Reiter
- The EPRU is excited to have Dr. Reiter as a go-to resource for orthopedic injuries with same-day or next-day availability to rugby players. , More detail »
Dec 2, `09
HS Players - Find a College With a Rugby Program
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Nov 28, `09
St. Joe's Prep Rugby Club tenderly remembers one of its own
- The Prep honors it brother, Josias Sterling, with a memorial fundraiser tournament in Fairmount Park , More detail »
Oct 28, `09
USA Rugby's College Rugby Project - Important Information for HS Rugby Players
- The College Rugby Project is a database of colleges with rugby programs containing information on both the program and the institution. The document is updated each week with new submissions. , More detail »
Oct 2, `09
I Play Rugby - watch USA Rugby's new promo video
- Excellent - share it with your family and friends , More detail »
Sep 7, `09
EPRU Offers College Scholarships to Four High School Players
- The EPRU announced the award of its inaugural scholarship to four accomplished high school athletes , More detail »
Aug 15, `09 - Sep 30, `09
CIPP Registration Opens August 15 for 2009-2010 Season
- All coaches, players, referees, and club administrators must enroll prior to the start of the season to insure full coverage is in place. Contact: Kristin Richeimer, KRicheimer@usarugby.org, phone: 303-539-0300 , Details »
Aug 6, `09
UPDATE Rugby Teams Mourn Player
- Josias A. Sterling '08, Temple '12 was swept up in a riptide off the Ocean City, NJ coast on Friday, July 24, 2009. His body was recovered on August 3. , More detail »
Jun 15, `09
EPRU Announces Winners of Essay Contest
- Four chosen as winners - will attend camp tuition free , More detail »
May 31, `09
East Penn U18 Boys All Star face off against the Welsh
- While not winning the match, the EPRU lads left their mark on the Welsh side by hitting hard and never letting down. Contact: Dan Currie, danielcurrie@comcast.net, phone: 215-901-0248 , More detail »
May 19, `09
USA Rugby Announces Newest Partnership with Better Rugby Coaching
- The Coach Development Department is excited to announce its partnership with Better Rugby Coaching, an online resource dedicated to the betterment and continuous education of rugby coaches around the world. Contact: Mollie McCarthy, USA Rugby, mmccarthy@usarugby.org , More detail »
USA Rugby Announces its Men’s International Player Pathway
- The pathway has been designed to give all male players a pathway to international rugby and ultimately selection for USA Rugby’s National Team, the Eagles. Contact: Nigel Melville, nmelville@usarugby.org , More detail »
May 10, `09
St. Joe's Prep Hosts Mother's Day Rugby Event
- This annual event is held in honor of mothers was held on Mother's Day. NBC-10 covered the match and aired a report on TV. , More detail »
May 3, `09
EPRU HS Boys Division 2 Championship
- at Rustin HS, West Chester, PA Contact: Greg Karabin, ggkarabin@verizon.net, phone: 610-213-5699 , More detail »
May 1, `09
USA U20 Duo Earn Senior Squad Call-Up
- Zach Test and Tai Enosa have worked their way to the Eagles. , More detail »
Mar 30, `09
IRB Issues Monthly Coaching Newsletter
- Check out the latest coaching news. , More detail »
Mar 28, `09
New U19 Team Takes the Jersey Shore by Storm
- Local high school rugby squads finding new talent in hallways and other sports. Contact: Mike Badger, coachbadger@capestormrugby.org, phone: 609-846-4596 , More detail »
Mar 26, `09
2009 EPRU Boys High School All Stars
- In February, yes February, selections were made for the EPRU Boys High School All Stars. Contact: Dan Currie, danielcurrie@comcast.net, phone: 215-901-0248 , More detail »
Rugby Magazine Launches New High School Rugby Publication
- a free, oversized 8-page newsletter for American teenage rugby players.
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Mar 1, `09
USA Rugby Launches Rookie Rugby Club
- USA Rugby is launching a new online club and educational resource for youth rugby supporters. The Rookie Rugby Club is a social-networking website that allows players, coaches, referees and educators to connect and learn about the game Contact: Mark Griffin, USA Rugby Director, Youth and HS, mgriffin@usarugby.org , Learn more about Rookie Rugby »
Feb 24, `09
Your Club and the East Penn Rugby Referees Society
- Everything your clubs needs to know to make a Match Day go smoothly both on and off the field. Contact: David McHugh, David.McHugh@thomsonreuters.com, phone: 973-207-0186 , More details »
Jan 26, `09
Welcome to IRBCoaching.com
- Sign up today for this free and outstanding coaching resource from the IRB. , More details »
Oct 13, `08
Ernie Vargas - Making an Important Difference for troubled kids through Rugby
- Ernie Vargas is doing something so positive with a group of kids everyone else had completely written off. , Link to Full Story »
Sep 6, `08
USA Rugby CIPP Update - Transfer Forms & Dual Roles
- USAR now accepting electronic request forms for transfers and dual roles. , Details »
Jan 28, `08
Ray McGettigan to Coach EPRU Boys U19 All-Star Program
- Pre-Season Skills Camps to Highlight Spring Season Contact: Dan Benedict, bennyinthescrum@aol.com, phone: 610-533-3589 , EPRU All-Stars Website »
Aug 7, `06
Boys U-17's - USA Rugby's Newest National Team
- The team is being incorporated into USA Rugby , Details »
Jun 25, `06
EPRU U 19 All Stars Capture 2nd Place at All Star Rugby Challenge Cup
- Indiana defeats East Penn 17-12 in Cup final Contact: Dan Benedict, bennyinthescrum@aol.com, phone: 610-533-3589 , Details »
The
High School Rugby Program is for players enrolled in grades 9 to 12. Matches
are played in the spring between teams of 15-a-side on a full-sized pitch.
Although most Laws of the senior game apply, there are modifications.
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