Player Movement / Multiple Divisional Play / UPDATED

*** Update *** Per my discussions with Alan Sharpley (USA Competitions) we are placing the policy on hold pending a ruling from the USA Eligibility Committee. Alan believes that an official ruling on player movement will be forthcoming from the National Office in the next 10 (or so days). Therefore, we will continue the policy …

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Dana Teagarden’s IRB Referee Appointment

For Immediate Release October 21, 2010 Teagarden makes ref history BOULDER, Colo. – USA Rugby is proud to announce that National Panel Referee Dana Teagarden has been appointed by the International Rugby Board (iRB) to referee the upcoming international test match between The Netherlands and Hong Kong on December 18, 2010 in Amsterdam. This makes …

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Match Protocal (Clubs and Referees)

All – Unfortunately the year has not started off well as it relates to Match Protocols. The proceedures, responsibility and timing requirements for confirming all matches (friendly and league) are posted on the website under “Referee Corner” and must be adheared to by all parties. Confirming matches is vital and is a shared responsibility for …

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Notice to all TRU Member Clubs – Important

Please note that there have been several important documents added to the TRU webpage. 1. TRU Participation Agreement 2. TRU Operating Procedures 3. TRU 2010 Field Policy All of the above documents are linked on the site under “Administration” tab. All clubs are required to read, understand and abide by these updates until further notice. …

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2010 Paddy O’Brien IRB Interpretations

The laws of rugby exist to allow the game flow and function properly. However, this can lead to concerns over the interpretation of these laws. The IRB is currently concentrating on five key areas that they want referees to focus on to improve the quality of the game. To read the 2010 Paddy O’Brien IRB …

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