NXT Rugby is excited to announce their upcoming position-specific training camps right here in Connecticut – designed for dedicated rugby athletes ages 14–18.
Led by international coaches, these camps focus on refining individual skills by position, offering elite-level development for both boys and girls looking to level up their game.
📍 Local training. Global standards.
📅 December 2025
✅ Pre-register here to secure your spot!
📍 Ridgefield High School | Saturday, June 7, 2025 | First match kicks off at 10:30 AM
🎟 Tickets:
Adult: $8
Student: $6
One ticket grants access to all three matches. All purchases are non-refundable. Your phone is your ticket—no need to print!
🏉 Match Schedule:
10:30 AM – Froshmore Final: Fairfield Prep vs. Trumbull
12:30 PM – D1AA Final: Stamford/COBRA vs. Simsbury
2:30 PM – D1 Final: Fairfield Prep vs. Greenwich
📍 Location:
Ridgefield High School
700 N Salem Rd
Ridgefield, CT 06877
🛒 Get Your Tickets Now HERE
See you on the sidelines!
Get ready for one of the most anticipated events in New York City's rugby calendar — the Rockaway Beach 7’s Tournament is back! Hosted by the Rockaway Fisheads, this is your chance to be part of a legendary summer showdown on the sand and turf.
🏆 Tournament Divisions
Men's Social Championship (Part of the Empire GU Summer 7's Series)
Women's, Men’s, H.S. Boys & Girls Divisions
Andrew Israel Memorial Trophy – U14 & U12 Pool or Round Robin Play
Fisheads Social 7’s Trophy – Two fun divisions played on a dedicated small field (Separate registration)
📅 Important Dates & Fees
📍Rockaway Beach, NY
Tournament Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025
Early Bird Registration: $400 per team (before June 1st)
Late Registration: $450 per team (after June 1st)
High School Teams: $350 per team (deadline: May 31st)
Spots are limited — register your team now!
🔗 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Venmo your entry fee: @RockawayRugby
Or send checks/money orders to:
Rockaway Rugby Fisheads Club Inc.
533 B126th Street, Suite #306, Rockaway, NY 11694
📞 Have Questions?
Text John at 917-842-3888
Or email:
Craig Downey – cdown95@gmail.com
Lou Maiocco – LMaio1@unh.newhaven.edu
Leinster Rugby—one of the world’s most successful rugby development programs—is bringing its elite School of Excellence back to the U.S. this summer! Now in its third year at Syracuse University, the School of Excellence continues to grow, with new non-residential satellite camps added in Colorado and Maryland for 2025. All camps are led by top Leinster coaches and offer an unmatched 8:1 camper-to-coach ratio.
📍 2025 Camp Schedule
| 📍 Syracuse Residential Camp July 27–Aug 1 | Ages 13–17 | $679–$879 Syracuse University, NY | |
📍 Tactical Coaching Clinic (18+) | |
📍 Pee Wee Camp (Ages 5–12) |
👉 Spots are limited! Register early to secure your place. https://info.abcsportscamps.com/leinstersyracuse
We're excited to announce the inaugural New England Rugby Training & Development Summit, happening August 8–10, 2025 at Nichols College in Dudley, MA. This three-day event is the largest training opportunity for rugby referees and coaches in the region, hosted by the New England Rugby Football Union (NERFU).
Whether you're new to rugby development or looking to level up your skills, the Summit will offer:
- World Rugby certifications in Coaching, Refereeing, and Strength & Conditioning (Levels 1 & 2)
- Full-day training sessions
- Networking and social events with fellow rugby professionals
🗓 Event Highlights
Friday, Aug 8
Check-in, optional golf outing, and a coaches-only networking session
Saturday, Aug 9 & Sunday, Aug 10
This summit is a unique chance to gain certifications, connect with the rugby community, and invest in your development as a coach or referee.
For more details and updates visit here: NERFU.RUGBY/SUMMIT
We’re incredibly proud to announce that Corbin Smith has been selected for the USA Men’s Eagles Extended Player Squad this summer! The entire CT Rugby community is cheering him on—congrats, Corbin! Read the full article here.
We’re excited to share that Haka Rugby Global Elite Camp is coming to Pelham, New York this summer! Hosted at Glover Field by Pelham Rugby Club, campers will learn valuable skills in teamwork, leadership, and confidence.
For just $195, each participant receives professional coaching and exclusive HRG training gear. Don’t miss this chance to grow both on and off the field—register today at hakarugbyglobal.wildapricot.org.
The New England Free Jacks are excited to announce the Youth Rugby Clinics and RTG series for this upcoming fall! This RTG and Youth Rugby Clinic will be hosted by the West Hartford Black Hearts Rugby Club!
Date: August 25th 2024
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm (Youth Masterclass) 1:00pm – 3:00pm (Regional Tracking Session)
Location – Duffy Elementary School – West Hartford CT
Cost: $40 for Youth Masterclass Participant, $40 for RTG Session.
Register Here: https://freejacks.com/product/free-jacks-pathfinders-youth-rugby-clinic-and-rtg-west-hartford-ct/
George Engels #4 from Staples High School
Corbin Smith #15 from Trumbull and Fairfield
Brice Muller #19 from Fairfield Prep
Aspetuck
COBRA
Darien
Fairfield Pegasi
Fairfield Prep
Greenwich
Midstate
North Haven
Ridgefield
Shoreline
Simsbury
Southington
Stamford Rugby Club
Staples
Trumbull
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