Wendy Young 
The Mary Graham All Stars returns to the DFW area this December for its 11th year. The tournament features regional teams representing their Geographic Unions (GU) from across the country. As the premier event for women’s regional all star teams, this tournament showcases elite talent on the pitch. Over the last decade, it has grown …
The Texas Rugby Union is thrilled to welcome the rugby community to the 11th Annual Regional Development Summit, taking place August 28-30 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Grapevine DFW Airport North. This year’s event holds massive significance as we celebrate 55 years of TRU history, honoring a proud legacy of the TRU stretching back …
The Texas Rugby Hall of Fame is excited to announce its outstanding Class of 2026, consisting of Jay Abrizu of San Antonio, Aaron Cahoon of Austin, Mike Kwedar of Ft. Worth, Mike Slagle of Houston, and former Austinite Deena Samara Telley. Each of the new inductees were previous finalists for the HOF, some several times, …
The Mary Graham All Stars returns to Grand Prairie, Texas on December 6-7, 2025, for its tenth anniversary. This premier women’s rugby event will once again feature some of the top All-Star teams in the country competing for the coveted Cup and Plate titles. After a rain-soaked 2024, organizers and players are looking forward to …
It’s that time of year again! The Mary Graham All Stars is back and ready to celebrate its milestone tenth edition. This premier women’s rugby event will be held on December 6-7, 2025, returning to Grand Prairie, Texas. After a soggy 2024, organizers are hoping for clear skies and fast pitches at the Grand Prairie …
Join us for the tenth annual Regional Development Summit, hosted by the Texas Rugby Union in Austin, TX, at the Hilton Houston North on August 22-24. This premier event is ideal for rugby enthusiasts of all levels, including coaches, players, administrators, referees, and supporters. Dive into World Rugby Certification Courses in Coaching, Referee, and Strength …
Registration is officially open for the 10th Annual TRU Summit. Join us in Houston for a full weekend of rugby development, celebration, and connection with coaches, referees, players, administrators, and supporters from across the region. Spots are limited and courses sell out every year. Register early to secure your place. What to Expect The weekend …
The Texas rugby community will gather in Houston on Saturday, August 23 to celebrate the 10th Anniversary TRU Hall of Fame Banquet. This year’s celebration honors four new inductees, several Distinguished Service recipients, and the Alan Sharpley Award honoree. The banquet will be held at the Hilton Houston North, which will also host the TRU …
Planning to make a run at 7s Nationals? It’s time to officially declare your intent to compete for a bid to the 2025 USA Club 7s National Championship, taking place August 9–10 in Madison, WI. Filling out the Intent to Compete form signals to the 7s Selection Committee that your team plans to participate in …
Texas Rugby Union (TRU) clubs the Austin Blacks and Houston sHARCs both earned well-deserved spots at the 2025 USA Club XVs National Championships in Indianapolis, but each faced powerhouse opponents in their respective Division I semifinals and came up short. Austin Blacks – Men’s Division I After winning the Gulf Coast Super Regional, the Austin …