Maverick Youth Rugby

Playing 7s this Fall?

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 19:39:00 -0500

TYRA, the Texas Youth Rugby Association is putting together a Fall 7s series. This will be similar to the summer series in which we did so well. The Grand Prairie Mavericks are gauging interest and we want your opinion. If you are interested and want to play 7s this fall please fill out the poll on the right hand side of the web site. You may leave comments on this posting as well.

A BALL 4 ALL

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 14:26:00 -0500

The United States Rugby Football Foundation has provided rugby balls to over 500 teams and schools in the past six years. Now we are looking to help the individual player by providing a rugby ball to each of the 30,000 youth and high school players that are playing the game in the US. And we are going to try to accomplish that without asking for any money from anyone. All we are asking from you is your daily VOTE in September. If we are fortunate enough to win the $250,000, every cent of that award will be used towards the purchase of 30,000 rugby balls. You can also Text* 102647 to Pepsi (73774). *Standard text messaging rates apply.

Pool Party Makes Big Splash

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 23:26:00 -0500

Literally. The Mavericks enjoyed the Airhogs baseball-side pool party in center field. The weather was perfect and the food was plentiful. All last year's high school players in attendance received a free Maverick Rugby t-shirt. The big splashes came during the belly flop contest when Mr. Kurylas and "The Coog" rocked water out of the pool and into the outfield, tsunami style. Mr. Flowers was "styling" in his fabulous birthday attire. A fun time was had by all.

TICKET UPDATE: Airhogs Baseball Pool Party

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 15:18:00 -0500

Airhogs Update for Saturday: Tickets will be at the Will Call window under Maverick Rugby. Give the club name and $25 per ticket and you are good to go. Gates open at 6:00PM. Buffet is from 6:30PM to 8:30PM. Pool area can hold up to 100 and we still have plenty of room. Questions call Mr. Kurylas - 972-824-8818

Mudfish Photos Posted on MaverickRugby.com

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 23:58:00 -0500

Mr. Twaddell took some great pictures of both the men and high school players at the Mudfish Tournament. See yourself in action!

Airhogs Baseball Pool Party

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 23:39:00 -0500

Just a reminder about the poolside baseball party this weekend! Check the site for details - it's still $25 a head for all you can eat. You MUST RSVP! That means you must let us know that you are coming so that we may hold your tickets at the gate. Let all the Allen & Plano guys know that their presence is requested. If you have numbers, call and text them. It's a family affair so bring siblings (brothers & sisters) as well as friends that may be interested in playing. Let us know as soon as possible by calling/texting/emailing Mr. Kurylas. Oh yeah! We have t-shirts on order, so all youth players get a free t-shirt, no matter on which team they played.

Mavericks Beat the Heat at Mudfish

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 11:47:00 -0500

Four of the Maverick Youth Ruggers assisted the men's team in the absolutely hottest tournament of the year. James Kelly, Chris Kelly, Mike "Ginger" Hanawacker and Lorenzo Marconi stepped up in 103 degree oppressively humid weather and played against mens' teams. Ginger scored in our only victory over DARC. We lost a close one to MSU and then, after a hard fought battle, to the Reds. Everyone played well in the blazing sun but could tell that fitness had fallen after a month's break. The Reds went on to play the Tongan Nation, a.k.a. the Euless Islanders, in the final. Euless went on to win both the Mudfish and Minnow division. They had at least 60 players suited up and looked very impressive, especially with some of our former Mavericks leading the team. Next on the agenda is the AirHogs baseball pool party 8/28. Check the web site for details. This party is open to the our Allen teammates as well as any friends from other teams you wish to invite (and have $25).

Airhogs Game Pool Side - August 28th

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 13:58:00 -0500

After a year hiatus we have once again reserved the Helipad Pool for the Airhogs game against the Shreveport Captains on Saturday, August 28th at QuikTrip Park in Grand Prairie. This a great event that is open to all family and friends. Enter the 2nd Inning Cannonball Contest that is shown on the Jumbotron, take the youngsters over to the Kids Zone to burn off some energy or just lounge around in the pool and heckle the centerfielder. There will be Fireworks following the game. Cost is $25 for per person. Included in the price is a game ticket and an All-You-Can-Eat Buffet for 2 hours with hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, cookies, and beverages. Gates/Pool opens at 6:00PM. Buffet starts at 6:30PM and first pitch is at 7:05PM. Let Mr. Kurylas know if you plan on attending so we can reserve your tickets. Click here for a link to the Ballpark.

Youth Join Men's Team for MudFish 8/7

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 19:12:00 -0500

The Mavericks will join the men's team for entry into the minnows division of the MudFish tournament this weekend, Saturday 8/7. The weight limit is under 220 lbs or something like that. The majority of the Maverick Youth team weighs more than most of the Maverick men that are participating in the minnow division. The Super MudFish games kicks off at 9:00 AM. Come watch the likes or Mr. Kurylas, Shay, Nate, Jo Jo and other heavy weights compete in the "biggest game" of the year. Minimum weight for this game is a whopping 250 lbs. Show up at 9:00 AM at the Las Colinas Polo Grounds and so that you may be added to the roster. Showing up late provides a good view from the sidelines. This tournament could cost as much as $20 a head to play. Be prepared. Bring $$.

Plano 7s Shedule

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 13:21:00 -0500

As you can see below our first game is at 8:50. Show up the field at 8:00AM. Our next games are at 10 and 11:30. The play offs start at 2:00PM and the final is scheduled for 3:45PM. We will need everybody available to come. You can play as much as you want and there will be an hour rest between games. Remember to bring $5.00 for the tournament entry fee.

NTX 7s at Las Colinas July 24

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 15:25:00 -0500

Plano Rugby is hosting the next tournament in the North Texas 7s Rugby Series. It will be held at Plano's new home pitch, the Las Colinas Polo Club at 600 E. Royal Lane, Irving TX. If coming from Luna Rd, you'll have to make a U-turn just over the bridge and come back, then turn right into the center. Show up to practice this week so that we can get a head count. Those with better attendance get premium game time. Canterbury and guys who have been running with us from other schools are included and welcome, please show up. The games are scheduled to start at 8:00AM, so be there dressed and ready to roll at 7:30AM. This is a bigger tournament with more youth divisions - U11, U13, U15 with girls divisions along with our U17/19. The tournament will be run in a more regimented and orderly fashion, so timeliness is required. Be there on time! Also, there is an actual entry fee that we will be required to pay. Each player will have to bring $5 U.S Currency to play. Cheap! Here's the tournament flier with the wrong date - it's really July 24!

Mavs Plan for Plano Tourney 7/24

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 20:01:00 -0500

The Mavericks are skipping the Houston Woodlands Tournament this weekend and gearing up for the rescheduled NTX 7s Plano Tournament on July 24. This will be held at the Las Colinas Polo Club. If you are interested in going to the Woodlands and picking up with another team for the day, contact Coach Kelly. The last 7s Tournament of the summer will be the Dallas Mudfish 7s held in late August. This is not part of the NTX 7s Series, but has been a very competitive and fun tournament in the past.

July 10 Tournament Postponed to July 24

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 18:27:00 -0500

There will be no NTX 7s Tournament this weekend, Saturday July 10. Plano has postponed the tournament at the polo grounds until July 24. No reasons were given, but I'm sure they were good. All the details will remain the same, except for the date. Grand Prairie is scheduled to host the next tournament on Saturday July 17 at our home pitch, Prairie Park in Grand Prairie. More details will come later.

NTX 7s at Las Colinas July 10

Sat, 03 Jul 2010 14:14:00 -0500

Plano Rugby is hosting the next tournament in the North Texas 7s Rugby Series. It will be held at Plano's new home pitch, the Las Colinas Polo Club at 600 E. Royal Lane, Irving TX. The games are scheduled to start at 8:00AM, so be there dressed and ready to roll at 7:30AM. This is a bigger tournament with more youth divisions - U11, U13, U15 with girls divisions along with our U17/19. The tournament will be run in a more regimented and orderly fashion, so timeliness is required. Be there on time! Also, there is an actual entry fee that we will be required to pay. Each player will have to bring $5 U.S Currency to play. Cheap! Here's the tournament flier.

YOUTH RUGBY MEETING - JUNE 30TH

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:01:00 -0500

There is a meeting to plan the future for our Youth Rugby Program on Wednesday, June 30th at 7:00PM in Suite 101 in the Grand Bank of Texas Building in Grand Prairie. The program has been in place for 3+ years predominantly as a U17/U19 side and not much else. Our goal is to expose the game to the younger players and help grow the game in the area. The meeting is open to all who are interested in helping grow the program and the great game.