
RugbyNY FAQS
Answers to Commonly Asked Questions
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How much does it cost to play?
The amount varies by team and age group. Current RugbyNY registration fees are:
- High School Rugby $50
- Middle School / Youth Tackle Rugby $35
- Youth Flag and Non-Contact Rugby $15
Teams may add their own dues or registration fees to these amounts.
Where does RugbyNY get its money from?
RugbyNY's operating budget comes primarily from a portion of the registration fees players pay each year. Additional funds are generated through various fundraising efforts.",
As a 501(c)3, tax returns for non-profits are available as public record.
How is rugby different from other sports?
- Roles for every body type: While there are positions and roles, the free flow continuous nature of the game means that any player is capable of picking up the ball and going to score.
- After Game Socials are a tradition internationally in the rugby community. This allows players not only to get to know each other, but to get to know and respect the opposing team as well. In the youth rugby context this will also allow players and parents to get to know each other as well. Here's an example that shows how the professionals do it.
- Respect. Abuse of referees has been a recent news highlight in other youth sports. From the beginning, rugby instills an absolute respect for the referee with a "Yes, sir" and "Thank you, sir" for every call whether agreed with or not.
How does playing rugby help in my other sports?
Rugby is excellent preparation for any team sport. The game will get you in excellent shape. You’ll improve your ability to read defenses. Your passing in other sports will be vastly improved, whether it’s with a stick in lacrosse, your feet in soccer, or yours hands in basketball.