The EPRU has seven (7) Womens' Club teams who are free to schedule other Women's Clubs and Colleges in East Penn and other LAU's. Currently, the top Full Member EPRU Women's Club represents the EPRU at the MARFU Women's Club Championships to determine which three clubs advance to the USA Rugby Women's Club Sweet 16 and on to the USA Rugby Women's National Championship.
Women's Club Coordinator - Responsibilities
1. Submit all Women's Club schedules to the East Penn Rugby Referees Society.
2. Collect and post weekly match results on EPRU website.
3. Provide timely communications and support to team coaches and presidents regarding their obligations to the Union, coaching and refereeing courses, and other relevant issues/events.
4. Provide teams with materials and sources of information to improve their teams, including those dealing with player skills, coaching, Laws of the Game, safety, conduct, fundraising, etc.
5. Facilitate conflict resolutions between teams
6. Publish rules and policies for teams that are conducive to maintaining a positive image for Rugby and providing a quality experience for all involved.
7. Oversee and coordinate an All-Star program
8. Represent teams' best interests in dealings with governing bodies, including the Referees Society.
9. Attend all EPRU Meetings
10. Publicize camps and tournaments
UPDATED: Payments Currently Due to EPRU
- Does your team owe dues, fines or Fairmount Park permit fees? Prompt payment must be made. Payments after April 1st are subject to a $50 late fee and monthly outstanding balance fees , Go to Payments Page »
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: John O'Donnell, ATC, rugby@tryod.com, phone: 484-680-4713 , Link to EPRU Safety/Risk Mgmt Program »
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 »
Jun 3, `11 - Jun 5, `11
USA Sevens Collegiate Championship Invitational
- Philadelphia is the new home of the 2011 USA Sevens Collegiate Championship Invitational to be held at PPL Park (Philadelphia Union's Stadium). , More detail »
Sep 11, `10 - Sep 12, `10
Pumpkin Fest
- Pennypack Park, Philadelphia. For Club Women, College Women & HS Girls Contact: Emily Record, erecord@gmail.com, phone: 267-312-4282 , 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 »
Aug 21, `10
USA Rugby Coaching Rugby 7s Course - Earn 10 CEUs
- 9 am to 4 pm, Northeast Philadelphia , More detail »
Aug 20, `10 - Sep 5, `10
2010 Women's World Cup, London, England
- USA Women in Pool B in the 6th Women's World Cup facing 2006 runners-up England, as well as Ireland and Kazakhstan. , More detail »
Aug 14, `10 - Aug 15, `10
USA Rugby: 2010 Annual Coaches Conference
- Boulder, CO - Receive 10 Continuing Education Units for attending this conference. Contact: Mollie McCarthy, Coach Development Manager, mmccarthy@usarugby.org, phone: 303-539-0300 ext 129 , More detail »
Spectators Guide to Rugby
- Get the Spectators Guide to Rugby for your parents, friends. Easy to print pdf file , More detail »
Jul 19, `10 - Aug 17, `10
MARFU Seeking Women's U-23 All Star Coach
- Apply before August 17 , More detail »
Jul 18, `10 - Aug 29, `10
MARFU 7's Womens All Star Team for 2010
- Check out the try-out, camp and game schedule , More detail »
Jun 3, `10
Bob Weir to Coach Philadelphia Women
- Weir will take over head coaching duties for the Fall 2010 season. Contact: Emily Sabato, emilysabato@gmail.com, phone: 973-557-8991 , More detail »
Jun 1, `10
Sports Authority Stores Now Carrying Rugby Balls
- the following stores in the EPRU area now carry rugby balls , More detail »
The Rise of American Rugby - Rugby Movie
- A Giant Awakens is a 60 minute HD documentary that explores 130 years of rugby in America. Order it now , More detail »
Feb 20, `10
Philadelphia Women debut Arena Rugby at the Wachovia Center
- The Philadelphia Women’s Rugby Football Club (PWRFC) partnered with standout college players from the Philadelphia city colleges to play an exhibition match in the Wachovia Center on Saturday, Feb 20th. , More detail »
Feb 14, `10
Philadelphia Women's Rugby Seeking Asst Coach and Head 7s Coach
- Philadelphia Women’s Rugby is now accepting applications for the position of Assistant Coach for Spring 2010, as well as for the position of Head 7s Coach for Summer 2010. These positions may be held by the same individual. In addition to providing compensation for coaching time, the club will cover all travel and coach development expenses. Contact: Emily Sabato, emilysabato@gmail.com, phone: 973-557-8991 , Details »
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 »
USA Rugby Announces Change in Under 20 Women's National Team Eligibility
- To be eligible for the Women Under-20’s squad for the upcoming season players must be under 20 years old on September 1, 2009. This is a change to the prior date of January 1, 2010 , 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 »
Jul 26, `09
USA Rugby Announces City-Based Sevens Tournament Team Rosters
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May 24, `09
MARFU U23 Squad Announced for 2009 National All Star Championships Contact: Lisa Rosen, coachingrugby@gmail.com, phone: 215-421-1823 , 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 »
Apr 7, `09 - May 31, `09
USA Rugby Announces 2009 Women's All-American Program
- and for the first time will officially field a Women's All-American team , More detail »
USA Rugby Announces New Women's Club Competition
- Women's Premier League is established. USA Rugby will officially endorse the 2009 Women’s Club Division 2 Invitational Championship and confirm that the event is on a defined path toward becoming an official USA Rugby Championship. , Link to Complete Report and Competition Structure »
Sep 6, `08
USA Rugby CIPP Update - Transfer Forms & Dual Roles
- USAR now accepting electronic request forms for transfers and dual roles. , Details »
Dec 14, `07
Women's National Team Age Grade Structure to Change in 2008
- USA Rugby announced today structural changes to the Women Contact: Yvonne Parkhurst, YParkhurst@usarugby.org , WNT Link »
Jun 23, `06
Philadelphia Women Travel to Colorado to Represent the EPRU
- Ten players and coaches from Philadelphia Women's RFC traveled to Boulder, Colorado to represent the EPRU at the USA Rugby National All Star Championships on three different teams (USA Women's Eagles, MARFU Senior, and MARFU U23) June 9-11, 2006. , angie.marfisi@gmail.com, phone: 215-380-6707 , Details »
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 has seven (7) Womens' Club teams who are free to schedule other Women's Clubs and Colleges in East Penn and other LAU's. Currently, the top Full Member EPRU Women's Club represents the EPRU at the MARFU Women's Club Championships to determine which three clubs advance to the USA Rugby Women's Club Sweet 16 and on to the USA Rugby Women's National Championship.
