2024 TCS New York City Marathon

Play Rugby is proud to be an official charity partner for the TCS New York City Marathon again this year! Through this partnership, we are able to provide the opportunity for runners to support the mission of Play Rugby, raising awareness and funds for the young people we serve throughout NYC! As a Play Rugby…

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Now Hiring – Senior Program Director

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We are seeking a Senior Program Director to serve as the team leader for all of Play Rugby’s programs! They will be responsible for implementing program strategy, ensuring that existing programs and growth align with overall organizational strategy, while providing hands-on support to the entire team. The Senior Program Director is also responsible for quality…

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Celebrating 50 Years of Title IX

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Play Rugby USA was recently featured by ABC News on “Our America: Fifty50,” an ABC Owned Television Stations special commemorating the 50th anniversary of Title IX, hosted by Sofia Carson. Click the link below to view the full video!

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Play Rugby Awarded adidas Grant

Play Rugby is honored to be awarded the adidas Changing Lives Through Sport grant! The purpose of the adidas grant program is to remove barriers for kids living in underresourced communities, and these funds will help us continue to deliver transformative youth development programs to young people throughout New York City. Thank you to adidas…

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On the Topic of Motivation

Motivation is understood as a key force which determines our behavior, impacting how we feel, think and interact with others. It is known to be essential in getting individuals to fulfill their potential. At Play Rugby USA, our Academy program helps to develop and inspire youth to become more focused, confident and engaged on and off…

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How to Fundraise for Play Rugby in 3 Easy Steps!

We rely on supporters like you to raise the critical funds needed to support our programs and the thousands of young people we serve! Now, thanks to Facebook, you can amplify your impact by creating your own fundraising campaign, just follow the simple steps below. In addition to donating directly to Play Rugby online (the…

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Winemaker’s Luncheon Raises over $30,000

Last month, Play Rugby benefited from a tremendous fundraising event in sunny California! Hosted by our friends at Goldschmidt Vineyards, over 50 people came together to enjoy the gorgeous backdrop of Sonoma County, sample some amazing wines and raise crucial funds for Play Rugby USA. Scottish Rugby Legend, Gavin Hastings joined us and shared his…

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Meet Kevin – Youth Development Mentor

From humble beginnings, Kevin Braithwaite, started off as a player in our Academy program and fell in love with rugby. He joined the Play Rugby staff in 2014 and has been loving every moment of being a Youth Development Mentor. Kevin says he joined as Youth Development Mentor due to, “the impact my coaches had…

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Meet Denisse – Youth Development Mentor

Born and raised in the Dominican Republic, Denisse Zambon did not know a lick of English before she moved to New York when she was 14.  But, by being immersed in rugby and high school she slowly learned and is now completely fluent. Denisse began playing in a Play Rugby program. She’s been playing rugby…

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Meet Dan – Youth Development Mentor

Youth Development Mentor, Dan Taylor started off with Play Rugby USA by volunteering in his free time, to prove he is seriously passionate about helping young people and supporting them on their path to a bright future. Today, Dan has been working for Play Rugby for six months and enjoying the progress that he’s made…

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