LYNNWOOD BREAKERS RUGBY

Kick Off Meeting

Breaking Through2010 will be a great season to build on a 7 year tradition

Agenda Coach Introduction Team Introduction Introduction to Rugby Team Goals Schedule Practices Rugby (in brief) Player introduction Dues and Equipment Volunteers needed

Coach Introduction Jennifer Tetler

15 years of Rugby Experience 4 years Dartmouth College Seattle Rugby Club

President, Vice-President, General Manager Pacific Coast Grizzlies and Northwest Loggers

Select Side Referee since 2004 10 years coaching experience.

Kent Crusaders 1998-2002 (National Champions 2002)

Lynnwood 2003-present Level I, II, III Coaching cert, Developing Rugby

Cert

Coach TetlerWomen’s Sweet 16 National Tournament 2008

Playoffs 2009

Coach Introduction

George Peppin Addicted to Rugby since 1983 Great Basin U25 Select Current Member Northwest Old Boys and Microsoft Rugby Coached youth rugby for 5 years Certified Referee (as of 02/01) Coached youth soccer and baseball Certified Soccer Referee "Knowledgeable, caring and focused on the development of

the individual athlete and team.

Coach George has had a tremendous impact in developing our son's confidence and athletic skills the past 5 years.George will be a positive addition to your program!“Don LongPittsburgh Pirates Hitting Coach 

Lynnwood Breakers

Founded 2002 Member Washington State Youth Rugby Member in good standing with USA Rugby Continual growth from 8-10 full time players to

20+ players in 2009. Last 3 years 2 or more players have continued

with select side play. 5 or more alumni players playing at the college

level. Western Washington University University of Washington Bowdoin College

Local Area Union Teams Kent (former national champs, consistent strong

performer, national team members) Budd Bay – Olympia (top 10 nationally, several

U19 national team members) Chuckanut – Bellingham Kitsap - Peninsula Gig Harbor (went to nationals last year) Shelton (new team) 8+ teams in the Oregon union.

Union Structure Washington – Pacific Northwest – Loggers Pacific Coast – Grizzlies National – Eagles

Opportunities in Rugby

Select Side Play U19 select side teams, up to Eagles. U23 select side teams

Olympics 2016 Rugby was recently re-invited to be part of the Summer

Olympics starting in 2016 as 7s. The number of people who play rugby is probably lower

than many other sports…your chance?? Local Senior Side teams

Women – Seattle Breakers, Mudhens, Budd Bay (DII) Men – Seattle/Beach (SuperLeague), Valley, Eastside,

Quake,

Team Goals Spirit of Rugby

Rugby is unique in it’s morality, off field camaraderie, and general respect for the game and its players

Team spirit All players supportive of each other, on and off

the field Everyone plays and enjoys the game Rugby is fun

Fitness Endurance Agility and Speed Strength

Team Goals – Cont’d

Safety – Essential! Know how and when to go into contact Specific safety considerations for scrums,

lineouts, tackles, rucks, mauls Skills

Improve individual skills Specific individual goals for skills

Strategy Understanding when to kick, pass, keep the

ball, etc. Ability to make good decisions individually

and for the team while playing

Team Goals – Cont’d

Select Side Play Prepare experienced and new players to select

side level Support select side players physically,

emotionally, and maybe monetarily Compete at a high level in the local union Plan an out of state or out of country tour

ScheduleTEAM

WEEK 1 WEEK 2 WEEK 3 WEEK 4 WEEK 5 WEEK 6 WEEK 7 WEEK 8

MAR 7 MAR 14 MAR 21 MAR 28 APR 4 APR 11 APR 18 APR 25

CHUCKANUT

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SPRING BREAK

CHUCKANUT CHUCKANUT CHUCKANUT

VS @ VS @ VS VS @

LYNNWOOD HARBOUR SHELTON BUDD BAY V/S/R KITSAP KENT

SHELTON

SHELTON SHELTON SHELTON SHELTON SHELTON SHELTON SHELTON

VS @ @ VS @ VS @

KENT V/S/R CHUCKANUT HARBOUR KITSAP BUDD BAY LYNNWOOD

HARBOUR

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@ VS VS @ @ VS @

V/S/R CHUCKANUT LYNNWOOD SHELTON BUDD BAY KENT KITSAP

BUDD BAY

BUDD BAY BUDD BAY BUDD BAY BUDD BAY BUDD BAY BUDD BAY BUDD BAY

@ @ VS VS VS @ VS

KITSAP LYNNWOOD KENT CHUCKANUT HARBOUR SHELTON V/S/R

KENT

KENT KENT KENT KENT KENT KENT KENT

@ VS @ @ VS @ VS

SHELTON KITSAP BUDD BAY V/S/R LYNNWOOD HARBOUR CHUCKANUT

KITSAP

KITSAP KITSAP KITSAP KITSAP KITSAP KITSAP KITSAP

VS @ VS @ VS @ VS

BUDD BAY KENT V/S/R LYNNWOOD SHELTON CHUCKANUT HARBOUR

LYNNWOOD

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CHUCKANUT BUDD BAY HARBOUR KITSAP KENT V/S/R SHELTON

V/S/R*

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VS VS @ VS @ VS @

HARBOUR SHELTON KITSAP KENT CHUCKANUT LYNNWOOD BUDD BAY

Schedule

TEAM

WEEK 1 WEEK 2 WEEK 3 WEEK 4 WEEK 5 WEEK 6 WEEK 7 WEEK 8

MAR 7 MAR 14 MAR 21 MAR 28 APR 4 APR 11 APR 18 APR 25

LYNNWOOD

LYNN LYNN LYNN LYNN

@ VS @ VS

CHUCK BUDD BAY HARBOUR KITSAP

LYNNWOOD

LYNNWOOD

LYNNWOOD

@ @ VS

KENT V/S/R SHELTON

May 1-2 Semifinal 1 (1 v 4)

Semifinal 2 (2 v 3)

Winner v. Winner

Loser v. Loser Consolation

May 8-9 Regionals? (Mothers Day)

May 21-23 National Championships

Practice Critical for learning

to play the game safely the rules and skillls of the game To show teammates that you respect them and their

commitment to the team Rugby is a team sport,

More than almost any other sport, there is no way to win a game with only one good person

everyone must work together If you are at practice you will play. Practice times – (for discussion)

Monday - Thursday 3:30 -5:00p, We will ALWAYS practice regardless of weather. It

might be in the weight room, or chalk talks/films. Parents are welcome at practice (come run

with us)

RUGBYParents – So our little girl (boy) wants to

play rugby. DON’T PANICRugby is a wonderful game, with a rich tradition around

the world. It is the second most popular sport in the world. Throughout the world people play rugby from grade school through adulthood. In fact, rugby is truly a "Life Sport" because, unlike many American sports, legions of players continue to participate in the Rugby game long after they leave school. Players continue playing competitive rugby for years and years by joining local women's or men's adult clubs. Senior Clubs even have Masters teams composed of players over 35 years of age!

For Example:

But I’m just….

Too small - Poppycock –the smaller you are, the lower you can get (and the faster you will run!)

Too slow – We have just the spot for you.Too big – Not a chance this is an excuseNot athletic – We’ll change that, you have

just been trying the wrong sports all along.

Afraid - That is up to the coaches. Have never played - No one has! But you

must commit to practice.

Positions Forwards loosehead prop hooker tighthead prop lock lock blindside flanker openside flanker #8Backs 9. scrumhalf 10. flyhalf 11. wing 12. inside center 13. outside center 14. wing 15. fullback

Dues and Equipment CIPP – Registration with USA Rugby –

Mandatory. www.usarguby.org select “register here”

Club Dues – $125.00 Includes Socks and Shorts Dues pays for WYR, fields, equipment, entry

fees, referees, home social. Away game transportation $10/game

paid in advance. All drivers reimbursed. Drive a player get $.

Forms

We must have these before you can do any contact at all!

Breakers Information Form USA Rugby Waiver Form (proof of CIPP) Copy of Insurance Card Copy of Physical within the past 3 years

Equipment New players:

Soccer cleats (not turf shoes) are required for practice and first game. By second game suitable footwear for your position is requested.

All players: Cleats or boots and trainers (running shoes) at EVERY

practice. We will be going for runs. Warm clothing all practices. Water repellent is better

than sweats. Rugby shorts. Wear them to practice. It’s no fun trying

to lift someone with soccer shorts on. Mouthguard – No mouthguard no play or practice.

Optional equipment – Scrum cap Shoulder protection

Volunteers Parents – we need you

Paperwork manager Travel coordinator, organize car pools. Touch judges at games Game setup Help at practice Social planning / organizing EMT, PA, DR for game days

Useful Websites

http://www.usarugby.orghttp://www.washingtonyouthrugby.comwww.erugbynews.comFacebook: Lynnwood Rugby

Coach Tetler websitehttp://teacher.edmonds.wednet.edu/lhs/jtetler/index.php

Leading high school team year after year:http://www.highlandrugby.com

Beginners rugby primerhttp://www.scrum.com/rugby_guide/default.asphttp://planorugby.tripod.com/id29.htm

Welcome to Seattle Vikings Rugby! We are excited to have you as a part of the team.  If you have played before, you already know that rugby is one of the most challenging yet rewarding games in the world. With vast opportunity to play, coach or support a team in the future, once you get into Rugby, it can remain a part of your life forever. If this is your first time experiencing the game, our coaching staff of former and current players are USA Rugby certified and ready to teach you the ins and outs of every facet of the game. Rugby's addition to the 2016 Olympic games is a testament to its universal appeal to people all around the globe.

The Seattle Vikings Youth Rugby Club is focused on introducing basic Rugby skills and continuing to develop those skills throughout your years with the team.  The experience and knowledge you gain with this team will help you to gain success in Rugby in later levels (Collegiate, Men's leagues, Old Boys...).  We practice on Monday and Wednesday afternoons on Seattle's premier Rugby field at Magnusen park.  Games are on Fridays or Saturdays each week starting February 20th and running through May.  We encourage you to bring your friends and spread the word about Vikings Rugby.  All are welcome.  Congratulations again on your decision to take up or continue Rugby.  We look forward to seeing you out on the pitch!

-The Seattle Vikings Coaching Staff