Broad Ripple Rugby is now Royal Irish Rugby Youth!

We are excited to announce that Broad Ripple Park (BRP) Rugby has merged with Royal Irish Rugby (RIR). The combined entity consists of:

• High School (A, B sides)
• Youth grades 7-8 
• Youth grades 5-6 

 The merger will provide common administration, shared financial and fundraising resources, and develop high-quality players by teaching the game of rugby as early as the 5th grade. For several years, Royal Irish has had BRP players who moved on to the high school level. The new entity will secure a solid talent pipeline and strengthen the overall program.   

Chris Kaufman will remain as the administrator while a new youth parent board was created in August and has been active since September. Last but not least, we welcome two coaches to RIR ranks: Rick Michaelis and Zach Douglas, who are, of course, RIR alumni.

 Go Royal Irish! 

Kicking off the pre-season, Royal Irish Rugby will hold a clinic on Sunday, November 10th, from 1-3pm at the Bishop Chatard football field. All youth ages 10 and up are cordially invited. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about one of the fastest growing sports in the US and meet Royal Irish players, parents and coaches. 

                            This is a non-contact event

Cost: $10

Location: Bishop Chatard HS football field

Registration: click here

All registered guests will  received a RIR t-shirt and a wristband. We will serve pizza and refreshments. 

Nothing planned for NYE? Mo and Johnny’s is hosting a party to benefit the Royal Irish youth and high school rugby programs. 100% of the proceeds will fund the program, especially the trip to the Nationals in Salt Lake City, Utah. 

Each $75 ticket includes:
2 specialty drink voucher
1 Royal Irish wristband
Italian buffet - starts at 9P (pasta bake, salad, garlic bread, etc.)
Champagne toast at midnight
Pizza and wings after midnight

***First 100 tickets will receive a limited-edition event shirt [pictured] *** 

Parking: optional valet parking, includes overnight at the Fresh Market parking garage on 54 and College. 

Location: Moe & Johnny's,   5380 N College Ave, 

Time: 9PM-2AM

Cost: $75/person

This is an over-21 event

Purchase tickets online: https://bit.ly/37Jk9CG

We are holding an information night for all returning parents and players, as well as any new families who want to learn what Royal Irish Rugby is all about. 

We will go over our high school and youth programs, meet the coaches, get an overview of the 2020 season and tournaments, and much, much more. 

Location: Knights of Columbus,  2100 E 71st St, Indianapolis, IN 46220 

Time: 6:30P-7:30P followed by social hour

Questions? Contact us at info@RoyalIrishRugby.com

We are gearing up for a historic 2020 season with the addition of three youth teams to our program. 

Here are some key things to remember about registration:

• You must register with Royal Irish Rugby and also with Rugby Indiana. Both must be done online.
• New players must purchase a kit which includes all you need (except cleats, mouth guard and jerseys).
• High school players must have complete the IHSAA form and a physical prior to playing. 

Some important dates to remember:

• Rugby Indiana registration is now open. 
• 1/21/2020 Royal Irish online registration opens.
• 1/21/2020 high school store opens and closes on 2/11/2020. Orders will be delivered the week of 3/16/2020. 
•  2/11/2020 Youth store opens and closes on 3/3/2020. Orders will be delivered the week of 4/6/2020. 
• 2/5/2020 high school orientation/registration meeting.
• 2/18/2020 youth orientation/registration meeting.

Nothing planned for NYE? Mo and Johnny’s is hosting a party to benefit the Royal Irish youth and high school rugby programs. 100% of the proceeds will fund the program, especially the trip to the Nationals in Salt Lake City, Utah. 

Each $75 ticket includes:
2 specialty drink voucher
1 Royal Irish wristband
Italian buffet - starts at 9P (pasta bake, salad, garlic bread, etc.)
Champagne toast at midnight
Pizza and wings after midnight

***First 100 tickets will receive a limited-edition event shirt [pictured] *** 

Parking: optional valet parking, includes overnight at the Fresh Market parking garage on 54 and College. 

Location: Moe & Johnny's,   5380 N College Ave, 

Time: 9PM-2AM

Cost: $75/person

This is an over-21 event

Purchase tickets online: https://bit.ly/37Jk9CG

Our registration is still open for both high school and youth programs. Detailed information is available here. 

High School Registration: 

1. Register with Rugby Indiana. 
2. Register with Royal Irish. 
3. Complete a physical (only if player's last physical was before April 1, 2019) and the IHSAA form. 
4. Check with your school's AD for any specific requirements. 

New high school players purchase your warmups, consisting of polo, jacket, pants, socks, and bag from the youth store. Please email us at info@RoyalIrishRugby.com for details. 

Youth Registration (5-6,7-8, 7-8 girls):

1. Register with Rugby Indiana. 
2. Register with Royal Irish. 
3. Purchase a pair of blue shorts and socks. Use the online store. 

 The 2020 DJ Bingo fundraiser and fun night was a great success! Royal Irish Rugby thanks all of our supporters, including parents, alumni, and friends of the sport of rugby for their participation and generosity! 

A huge thanks again to all of our volunteers, especially the Hannons, Schraders, Hammanns, Browns, and many others. We also would like to recognize our Bingo DJ, Mr. Nick Wengler. If you are interested in having a similar fundraiser, please contact Nick at studioliveindy@gmail.com. 

 The 2021 season is already underway with outdoor practices for all returning high school players. Please contact coach Snyder directly at  snee19@gmail.com. The HS team is currently practicing at the Cathedral football practice field. 

Mark your calendar for our HS information night at 6:30P Tuesday, January 12 at the Knights of Columbus,  2100 E 71st St, Indianapolis, IN 46220. 

For 2021 registration information, click on the Register tab. 

Keep these dates handy:

• Jan. 11  - Rugby Indiana Registration
• Jan. 12  - HS Info Nights at KoC
• Jan. 12  - HS Team Store opens
• Feb. 3    - HS Registration night (6P)
• Feb. 9    - HS Team Store closes
• Mar. 5   - DJ Bingo Fundraiser
• Mar. 6   - First match vs. St. Ignatius (played in Columbus, OH)
• Mar. 10 - Rugby 101 with Coach Rankin
• Apr. 9     - Comedy Scrum Fundraiser

 The 2021 youth season is scheduled to begin in April, with practices starting twice a week on the last week of March. 

Mark your calendar for the youth information night at 7:00P Wednesday, February 3 at the Knights of Columbus,  2100 E 71st St, Indianapolis, IN 46220. 

 For 2021 registration information, click on the Register tab.

Keep these dates handy:

• Jan. 11  - Rugby Indiana Registration
• Jan. 26  - Youth Team Store opens
• Feb. 3    - Youth Info Nights at KoC(7P)
• Feb. 24 -  Youth Registration night
• Mar. 5   - Youth Team Store opens
• Mar. 5   - DJ Bingo Fundraiser
• Mar. 10 - Rugby 101 with Coach Rankin
• Apr. 9     - Comedy Scrum Fundraiser

 The 2020 DJ Bingo fundraiser and fun night was a great success! Royal Irish Rugby thanks all of our supporters, including parents, alumni, and friends of the sport of rugby for their participation and generosity! 

A huge thanks again to all of our volunteers, especially the Hannons, Schraders, Hammanns, Browns, and many others. We also would like to recognize our Bingo DJ, Mr. Nick Wengler. If you are interested in having a similar fundraiser, please contact Nick at studioliveindy@gmail.com. 

Royal Irish Rugby is in the process of refunding as much of the 2020 fee as possible. Please stay tuned. If you paid for Comedy Scrum tickets during registration or in advance via credit card, we will be issuing and mailing refund checks in the next few days. 

Thank you for your support!

As with many other winter and spring sports, rugby has also been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Our rugby community is saddened by the many cancellations, especially for our seniors but we want to thank them for all their years playing and supporting Royal Irish Rugby. 

Today, Rugby Indiana canceled the 2020 Season. They will also refund 90% of their registration fee. Please seem more details here: 

https://www.rugbyindiana.com/news_article/show/1097866

 
We are gearing up for a historic 2020 season with the addition of three youth teams to our program.
Here are some key things to remember about registration:

• You must register with Royal Irish Rugby and also with Rugby Indiana. Both must be done online.
• New players must purchase a kit which includes all you need (except cleats, mouth guard and jerseys).
• High school players must have complete the IHSAA form and a physical prior to playing. 

Some important dates to remember:

• Rugby Indiana registration is now open. 
• 1/21/2020 Royal Irish online registration opens.
• 1/21/2020 high school store opens and closes on 2/11/2020. Orders will be delivered the week of 3/16/2020. 
• 2/11/2020 Youth store opens and closes on 3/3/2020. Orders will be delivered the week of 4/6/2020. 
• 2/5/2020 high school orientation/registration meeting.
• 2/18/2020 youth orientation/registration meeting.

Say farewell to 2019 and bring in 2020 in Royal Irish Rugby style! Join us for a fantastic evening of fun, friends and frivolity. For $75, you get two drink tickets, champagne at midnight, a delicious buffet, and unlimited fun with great rugby people!

Location: Moe & Johnny's,   5380 N College Ave, 

Time: 9PM-2AM

Cost: $75/person

This is an over-21 event

Purchase tickets online: https://bit.ly/37Jk9CG

 The 2021 season is already underway with outdoor practices for all returning high school players. Please contact coach Snyder directly at  snee19@gmail.com. The HS team is currently practicing at the Cathedral football practice field. 

For 2021 registration information, click on the Register tab. 

 The 2021 youth season is scheduled to begin in April, with practices starting twice a week on the last week of March. Please contact coach Karen Strunk at karenhstrunk@gmail.com  or coach Wiemer at mtweimer19@gmail.com. 

 For 2021 registration information, click on the Register tab.

 The Midwest Union is excited to announce that it is partnering with Midwest Youth Rugby to bring back the Midwest Thunderbirds Youth program. Featuring u19, u17, and u15 boys programs, the Youth Thunderbirds will focus on development, identification, and promoting the best Midwest players into USA Rugby’s HP pipeline. Thunderbirds. The Thunderbird Youth program will offer traditional high-performance tours for elite Midwest players. 

 There will be open camps for skill work and identification.  The Thunderbirds will return to Marian U., December 18-19, 2021. 

 For more info visit: www.facebook.com/MidwestThunderbirdsYouth 

We are pleased to announce that RIR alum and  current MLR player for Rugby ATL, Jonas Petrokoupulos is in Indy during the off-season  offering four 90-minute clinics on scrum technique and skills for high  school and college-level players. The dates are:

• Nov. 7th
• Nov. 14th
• Nov. 21st
• Nov. 28th 

You can attend one sessions for $50 or all four for $150. The  location is: 400 Alpha Drive, Westfield, IN 46074. Please text Jonas at:  (317) 625-5900 or email him at scrumrugbyacademy@gmail.com.