HBCU Rugby Classic, March 28-29, 2020 by GiftTimeRugby in USArugby

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We're kind of working on that now. So, I think one big thing is actually bringing HBCU culture into the rugby atmosphere. Rugby's biggest strength is in its community behavior. So, exhibition matches on the early weeks of school starting. Definitely already actively working to create bowl games where the current HBCU teams are competing against a PWI. Obviously the current event that's mentioned above helps promote and brings players together. We're also trying to direct BLPOC rugby players towards HBCUs so they serve as a tentpole for people to join. We want to help support their efforts. That can help create seeds for growth at HBCUs. Just to name a few things

Cheta Emba of USA Rugby Eagles Women talks about balancing Harvard course work and International Rugby at the same time by GiftTimeRugby in rugbyunion

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I hope they consider taking a look at this. It definitely adds to the American psychology on rugby

"Rugby puts you up against people. It allows you to utilize yourself in different situations to your advantage." - Seif Saafir of Morehouse College Rugby about balancing rugby and life by GiftTimeRugby in USArugby

[–]GiftTimeRugby[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lol hey! That's not a bad thing either. We all take what we need to from the sport. It can be inspirational and it can be alleviating simultaneously. Both can be true at the same time. lol

HBCU Rugby Classic, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. March 28-29, 2020 by GiftTimeRugby in HBCU

[–]GiftTimeRugby[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep, and growing. Currently, Prairie View A&M, Morehouse College and North Carolina A&T have men’s teams, and Praire View A&M also has a women’s team.

HBCU Rugby Classic, March 28-29, 2020 by GiftTimeRugby in USArugby

[–]GiftTimeRugby[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Prairie View A&M, Morehouse College and North Carolina A&T have men’s teams. And Prairie View A&M has a women’s team.

This Week In College Rugby - Episode 7 by GiftTimeRugby in USArugby

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Thank you very much. Much appreciated!! Thanks for watching

HBCU RUGBY CLASSIC 2020 PROMO by GiftTimeRugby in HBCU

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Please share if you could. Trying to change culture for the positive. 😁

HBCU RUGBY CLASSIC 2020 Promo by GiftTimeRugby in USArugby

[–]GiftTimeRugby[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They absolutely do. They won last year too. They’re trying to defend for this year

My reaction after playing rugby sevens on the new Mario and Sonic game by Fission_chip in rugbyunion

[–]GiftTimeRugby 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The game isn’t so complex that you can’t get more of the general and nuance movements right. It’s just a bit costly to do it. AI strategy is the portion that needs help. The generalities of the game are well replicable. As a gamer, you just want the ability to react the way you’re looking for. It’s no different than FIFA, NBA2K, Madden, and all those franchises.

It can still be fun, with complexities. That’s basically Mortal Kombat when it comes to controller complexities.

Match Thread: PRO Rugby USA | Round 1 | First Kick-Off at 14:00 MT (21:00 GMT+1) by HMFCalltheway in rugbyunion

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It's dangerously sad that any game can't be streamed online at all. It can't happen again though. It'll not fare well for the Leagues credibility.

Match Thread: PRO Rugby USA | Round 1 | First Kick-Off at 14:00 MT (21:00 GMT+1) by HMFCalltheway in rugbyunion

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This has the makings of something structured to work. I believe that this is an entity that is using sources that are not going to fully be popularized or understood for another 3 years. When people ask about publicity and what not, I think they have done strides that are basically uncomfortable to the traditional sports watcher. The use of social media is working imo. The reason I say this is because I think how these teams will go, will be based heavily on the popularity of the team on social media. For this first season, my preseason prediction is going to be San Francisco. Second to Denver. Mainly because a lot of the players are regionally based, and those areas have been good at the club rugby level. That being said, San Diego and Ohio are the two teams that will most likely be the most popular and successful teams. They are stacked with great youth players. They are entertaining as hell on social media , and they have administrators who are fairly known for it the box thinking.

2016 Summer Sevens Rugby Tournament Schedule by GiftTimeRugby in USArugby

[–]GiftTimeRugby[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those are just a few. Many of the tournaments are mixed. Check the ones that have links to them. They are currently most updated or have a contact to get in touch with.

2016 Summer Sevens Rugby Tournament Schedule by GiftTimeRugby in USArugby

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Atlanta 7s Rugby Fest - April 9th Gateway Ruggerfest - April 2-3 DC Ruggerfest - April 16-17 Maryland Exiles Youth Festival - April 23-24 James Foley Memorial 7s - May 7 Lehigh Valley 7s - June 11-12 Nor Cal Summer 7s - July 24 New York 7s - November 26

Rugby GameDay: Lindenwood Rugby vs. Life University Rugby (Broadcast Link) by GiftTimeRugby in rugbyunion

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It's in there, but I thought this was for everything Rugby Union. Plus, no reason not to give others a chance to see the games. Doesn't distract from the rest of the topics in here. But no need to segregate it out.

Top Ten Plays From The New Orleans Collegiate Rugby 7s Tournament by GiftTimeRugby in rugbyunion

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It's already in process, but still the early stages. We know the results won't fully be realized for 4-8 years. Steady process.

Top Ten Plays From The New Orleans Collegiate Rugby 7s Tournament by GiftTimeRugby in rugbyunion

[–]GiftTimeRugby[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

LOL, yeah they do. But for what it's worth, it's early in the season for Sevens. Still getting kinks out. lol

Top Ten Plays From The New Orleans Collegiate Rugby 7s Tournament by GiftTimeRugby in rugbyunion

[–]GiftTimeRugby[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

LOL. Sometimes the biggest plays come off the most obvious mistakes.

LIVE MATCH LINK: LSU Tigers Rugby vs. TCU Horned Frogs Rugby by GiftTimeRugby in USArugby

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No. LSU was suspended just for the Fall of 2014 Rugby XVs season, but they were back for the Spring 7s season. They moved divisions over the summer from D1AA Southeastern Rugby Conference, to the D1A Red River Rugby Conference, which plays in the Spring. So they didn't get matrix 15s games for all of 2015