OUR MISSION STATEMENT: At Mother Lode Rugby we are dedicated to fostering respect, commitment, and integrity in every player. Through these core values, we aim to build strong, honorable individuals who excel both on and off the field. At the heart of everything we do is the belief that rugby should be fun, ensuring that players develop a passion for the game while forming lifelong friendships and skills.
RESPECT: Emphasizing the importance of respecting oneself, your teammates and the game.
COMMITMENT: Fostering dedication to the team, personal growth, and the community.
INTEGRITY: Encouraging honesty, fairness, and strong moral principles on and off the field.
FUN: Ensuring that the enjoyment and love of the game remain central to the rugby experience.
Registration for the 2025 Summer 7’s season is now open. Registration instructions can be found here https://www.motherloderugby.org/registration/
We use TeamSnap for the majority of our team communication, once registered with the club, you will be added. We use our newsletter for club wide communications

A Storied Tradition
Celebrating over 30 years of community rugby! The past few seasons we exceeded our expectations with a state title, multiple regional titles. We are dedicated to making the most of each season and welcome players of all ages. Please be sure to check our calendar to view all club and team event information; practice and game schedules, board meetings, fundraisers, etc. We are very excited for the upcoming season and are looking forward to another great year.
Objectives & Expected Level Of Play By Division
U10 – Coed
U10 is for players born after September 1st, 2014.
- It is a tackle sport
- Focused on learning rugby
- Great Team Builder
U12 Coed
U12 is for players born between September 1st 2012 and September 1st 2014.
- Build on prior skills
- 12 on 12 Rugby
- Great Team Builder
- Still a good place to learn
Middle School Boys
For Boys in 6th to 8th Grade
- Full-on 15 vs 15 Rugby
- Goal Posts
- Great Character Buidler
- Newcomers Always Welcome
Girls Middle School
For Girls in 6th through 8th Grade
- Great Sportsmanship
- Competition Numbers Vary 7s,-15s
- Newcomers Welcome
Girls High School
For girls in grades 9-12
- 15 vs 15 Rugby
- Great Sportsmanship Builder
- Newcomers Welcome!
Boys High School
For Boys in Grades 9-12
- Newcomers Welcome!
- Varsity and JV levels
- Competes in the NorCal Premier Division