The New York Rugby Meetup Group

"I played touch rugby for a season back in London, I'd love to do it over here as well. "

"hi , i am from Toulouse, capital of rugby in france. want to keep in touch with my roots "

"Hello, I played rugby in argentina for a few years. I'll love to play again."

"I played college hockey and considered going pro and have always been interested in rugby but was not allowed to play due to my hockey scholarship, but now I am ready to give it a try"

"Hi - I've been looking for a team to join up with in NYC - Just show up Tuesday?"

"Hi Just moved from london, used to play ruby while at University. Would love to start again."

"hello, i've only since played IM football but would really like to learn to play rugby and make some friends"

"Hi, just moved here with my wife - we're from aus and nz and I've played a bit of rugby before so looking forward to maybe having a run and hopefully playing some touch in the spring/summer."

"Hi, I am a total beginner , never played sports in my life. Would like to start learning the game, and if possible be able to play for the NY rugby women's team later. Thanks Ashwini"

"Total beginner, but would be interested in touch rugby if there are any meetups..."

"Hey mates, uncommon for most Americans I have a background playing rugby in High School. Beyond the perks of physical activity I think playing the sport makes me feel more connected with other cultures. Look forward to coming out to the pitch. "

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"hey Jessa-I'm new to rugby-are these cleats good for the turf you're playing on? thanks Athena"

"Another girl-yeah!"

"Thanks Ed, let me know when you'll next be playing touch and I'll be there."

"Hello Jo, If I can get enough interest (and a field somewhere in the 5 boroughs) I'll put together a co-ed Touch Rugby group. You game? Chris "

"Hello Lunzi, I'm just looking for Touch Rugby too. We should try to get a little co-ed group together this Spring. How long will you be in NYC? "

"Thanks for helping make this group possible-I'm stoked!"

"Thanks for the info Ed. During games I play on OL, DL and I have practice at FB and TE. "

"Tackling in rugby is a little like football but not a lot. You MUST wrap, never use your head, always tackle below the shoulders. Horse collars and stiff/swinging arm tackles are illegal. The biggest thing you'll have to learn si that once you make a tackle you have to get up immediately and carry on playing unless the ref blows his whistle for an infringement. You also have to release the ball if you are tackled to the floor. You'll get the hang of it though, what football position do you play?"

"Hey Ed..is tackling in rugby like tackling in football? If not, i'll need practice..lol. "