The EPRU currently has 12 teams participating in intra-union divisional play and 2 teams as a non-divisional (at-large) members. The EPRU Division III teams compete each fall in a league matrix with the top three teams advancing to the MARFU Division III championships in the Spring.
Men's Division III Club Coordinator - Responsibilities
1. Liaison between clubs and executive board
2. Liaison between clubs and Referees Society
3. Liaison between clubs (conflict resolution)
4. Create matrix for league play and submit to EPRU Web site and Referees Society
5. Collect and post matrix match reports at EPRU Web site
6. Collect Spring and Fall schedules and post at EPRU Web site
7. Publish rules and regulations for league play at EPRU Web site
8. Coordinate with MARFU Men’s Committee for Div. 3 Championships
9. Attend EPRU executive board and general meetings
10. Act as CIPP compliance coordinator for clubs
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 »
REMINDER New Address ? Phone? Email ? Report Your Team Officer Changes
- ALL teams are required to contact the EPRU Secretary IMMEDIATELY after the election or appointment of new club officers OR any change in address, phone or email. Include MAILING addresses !!! Contact: Dana Bateman, secretary@epru.org, phone: 610-524-7171 , Details »
YOU Can Reach Thousands of Rugby Players !!
- How? Advertise on the EPRU Website! Tournaments, Fundraisers, Businesses, Club Sponsors, Rugby Suppliers, etc. High hit volume and low prices.. , Advertising Details »
Making Rugby Safer and Medical Preparedness
- Have you read the EPRU's proactive safety practices "Making Rugby Safer"? If not, please take the time to do so. Is your Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place? Do you have Medical Coverage at your matches? Contact: Bryan McCloskey, MS, ATC, EPRUsafety@gmail.com, phone: 610-436-2139 , Link to EPRU Safety/Risk Mgmt Program »
Aug 28, `10
Hibernians 15's
- at Neshaminy Jr. HS in Langhorne PA. For Club Men Contact: Larry LaMaina, larry0310@aol.com, phone: 610-580-5817 , More detail »
Aug 21, `10 - Aug 22, `10
Atlantic Cup
- Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes, DE. Teams - For Club Men & Women Contact: Jamie Santo, jmsanto65@gmail.com, phone: 646-284-5392 , Details »
Jul 17, `10
Wilmington Blue Ball 7's & MARFU Qualifier
- Alapocas Run State Park, Blue Ball Fields, Wilmington, DE. Entry fee due by July 12. Contact: DJ Wolf, wolfkidd@aim.com, phone: 302-690-7000 , 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 »
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 »
Jun 19, `10
Bryn Mawr Cup 7's
- Site TBD - for Club Men Contact: Struan Murray, sasm1022@yahoo.com, phone: 484-686-1183 , Details »
Jun 12, `10
Lehigh Valley Summer 7s
- Monocacy Park, Bethlehem, PA for Club Men and Club Women Contact: Susan Martinko, semartinko@hotmail.com, phone: 484-553-0989 , Details »
Jun 5, `10
North Penn 7s
- for Club Men & Women at John S. Clemens Memorial Park, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Hatfield, PA. Contact: Dan Pickersgill, danpicks@verizon.net, phone: 484-576-3039 , Details »
Jun 5, `10 - Jun 6, `10
USA Men's Club Division 1, 2, 3 Championships
- Infinity Park, Glendale, Colorado , 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 22, `10 - May 23, `10
USA Division 3 Men's Club Round of 8
- Eastern Region - TBD
Western Region - TBD , Details »
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 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 »
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 »
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 »
May 10, `09
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 »
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 »
Sep 6, `08
USA Rugby CIPP Update - Transfer Forms & Dual Roles
- USAR now accepting electronic request forms for transfers and dual roles. , Details »
Nov 19, `07
EPRU Senior Men's Club Qualify for USA Rugby and MARFU Playoffs
- Media (DI), Brandywine (DII) and Old Gaelic (DIII) lead the way into the Spring playoffs Contact: Steve Cohen, sdcohen4@mindspring.com, phone: 609-714-2203 , Playoff Schedule »
Procedure for Confirming Match Day Arrangements
- This is a MUST-READ for all team Presidents and especially, Match Secretaries. Print a copy and follow it. , Print Procedure for Confirming Match Day Arrangeme »
The EPRU currently has 12 teams participating in intra-union divisional play and 2 teams as a non-divisional (at-large) members. The EPRU Division III teams compete each fall in a league matrix with the top three teams advancing to the MARFU Division III championships in the Spring.
