Attention All Referee’s – Please mark your calendar

Updated info regarding this event can be found here: https://texasrugbyunion.com/2012/07/13/referees-conference-on-the-game-trra-annual-general-meeting-agm-july-28-29-2012/ Please mark you calendar for the weekend of July 28 / 29. The TRRA will be hosting a Conference on the Game on Saturday, July 28th.  The event will focus on referee training, growth and development.  The TRRA will be bringing in national and international …

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IRB Law Changes – Summer 2012

Folks, There are some Law changes that just came out (and I am sure most have seen something about them). Below are some explanatory comments. Peter Watson Chair, USA Rugby Laws sub-committee 2012 IRB Law Changes May 2012 This week the IRB issued a number of small changes in Law. Implementation dates vary – some …

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West Sevens Qualifier – Houston, 6/23

West Sevens – National Qualifier |  Saturday June 23rd, 2012 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.* BRACKETS: West 7’s Qualifying Teams*  ENTRY DEADLINE: June 9th, 2012 – E-mail: EricPhillips1@hotmail.com  LOCATION: Houston Amateur Sports Park 12131 Kirby Dr., Houston, TX 77045 $5.00 parking fee day of event.*  ENTRY FEE: $400  SEND PAYMENT TO: Payments can be coordinated via Paypal or …

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Club Status for 2012-2013 Competitions

Any club that is seeking a new status (promotion / relegation / admittance / removal) must notify Ron Watson, the TRU Director of Competitions by COB June 1, 2012. In addition to any Club requested change, the Union will be looking the results of the annual Promotion & Relegation policy.  Also under consideration will be future effects …

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TRRA Promotion – Wendy Young to L1 Referee

On behalf of the TRRA and the Referee Advancement & Training Organization (RATO), it is my pleasure to announce that referee Wendy Young have been promoted to L1. Wendy is the first female to reach L1 status in Texas.  She has been a great addition to the TRRA team as a referee, mentor and TRRA technical adviser. Her …

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St. Edwards joins SWC

Dear SWC members, The Southwest Conference is pleased to announce the addition of St. Edward’s University to the SWC.  SEU’s official statement to their supporters announcing their admission into the SWC stated, “St. Edwards University Rugby Football Club is proud and honored to compete against the best College rugby teams in Texas. SEURFC has rapidly …

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Summer 7s Referee Compensation

Attention TRRA Referees: We are approaching the Summer 7s season quickly. Please note that assignments will go through the TRU Google Calendar system. If you are approached individual by a team to work at a tournament you will need to work with them on compensation. If you are assigned by TRRA through your calendar you will recieve compensation …

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TRRA Continuing Education #5 – Tackle, Ruck, Clear & Obvious Calls, Scrum Wheeling, Obstruction & Foul Play

TRRA Continuing Education for Referees Here is another video from the team of National Panel Referees for review. This video covers a wide spectrum but reiterates the management at the Tackle & Ruck. It also touches on the “clear and obvious” calls, Foul Play, Obstruction and Scrum Wheeling. Video: https://vimeo.com/38574917 Also, last week our post prompted some great …

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