A Decade of Dedication: 2025 Mary Graham All Stars Schedule and Details Announced

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 …

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Game On: The 10th Annual Mary Graham All Stars Kicks Off in Grand Prairie

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 …

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Announcing the 2025 Instructors for the Rugby Knowledge Pathways

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 …

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Registration Now Open for the 10th Annual TRU Summit

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 …

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Celebrating a Decade of Legends at the 2025 TRU Hall of Fame Banquet

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 …

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TRU Teams Face Tough Semifinal Exits at 2025 USA Club XVs Nationals

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 …

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Reminder: No Cameras Allowed in Player Gear

Wearing cameras on rugby players’ clothing, such as in headgear, is illegal and dangerous due to player safety and equipment regulations. Cameras can pose a physical hazard in contact situations, increasing the risk of injury to both the wearer and other players. World Rugby Law 4, which governs players’ clothing, strictly prohibits the use of …

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2025 TRU Hall of Fame Inductees Unveiled Ahead of August Celebration

Congratulations to the four outstanding members of the 10th Anniversary Texas Rugby Hall of Fame Class of 2025: Doug Corrigan, Filip Keuppens, Kelly “Spike” Kolberg, and Paul McCartney.  Additionally, Mattison Grey, Joe and Jackie Olivas, and David Pflegler have been named Distinguished Service Award recipients, while Paul Mabry is being honored with the prestigious Alan …

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