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Level 200 Coaching Course Hosted by Danbury Rugby
December 03, 2019
Feb 8 in Danbury, CT Danbury Rugby will be hosting a Level 200 USA Rugby coaching class on February 8, 2020, in Danbury, CT. All clubs are required to have an active Level 200 Coach to be in compliance with USA Rugby. The Level 200 Coach Certification consists of online pre-course work and attendance at an in-person clinic. The course structure helps to blend the "how to coach" theory with the practical implementation of coaching Rugby.What do I have to do to compl..
World Rugby Law Changes for High Tackles / Technical Zones
July 24, 2019
Resources available for High Tackles and Technical Zones:World Rugby Decision Framework for High TackleThe guideline included is intended to improve consistency in application of sanctions by distinguishing between dangerous tackles that warrant a penalty, yellow card or red card. The framework also supports protection of the head of both players by consistently and frequently sanctioning the tackle behaviour that is known to be the highest risk.Guideline | FrameworkUSA Rugby Technical Zone Reso..
EGU Elects New Board Members
July 15, 2019
Empire GU held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Sunday, July 14. The following were elected to the Board of Directors:VP Operations: Rich GallinaVP Governance: Gary HeavnerVP Finance: Craig GridelliED Sevens: Rosalie MacGowan2019-20 EGU Board of DirectorsPresident: Ken PapeVP Operations: Rich GallinaVP Governance: Gary HeavnerVP Finance: Craig GridelliVP Communications: TBDED Men: Lex MaccubbinED Women: Jennifer JonesED Sevens: Rosalie MacGowanED Referees: Brad Kleiner (Appointed)* Upon ..
