TRU 7’s Season Approaching: Tournament Dates Announced, Bids Now Open The Texas Rugby Union 7’s season is quickly approaching, and planning is underway for another exciting summer of rugby across the region. Clubs, tournament organizers, and supporters should keep an eye on upcoming updates as the calendar continues to take shape. Confirmed RRRC 7’s Qualifier …
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 …
At the request of our members the TRU Board will be releasing their monthly board call minutes and notes. View all of the TRU archived minutes or read on for the most recent notes: Roll Call McPhail Dodge Hiller Davies Guitan Tomsak Armstrong Regrets Hanson Reports: Drew – Start of 2025-26 season? More to come Thursday night RRRC …
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 …