Category: Blog
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Home Game Hosting: The Heart of Rugby
Community and Tradition… Rugby isn’t just a sport—it’s a community. In many countries, rugby clubs have their own clubhouses where hosting visiting teams is more than a formality—it’s a tradition. Teams come together after games to share a meal, celebrate standout performances with “Player of the Match” awards, and spend time getting to know each…
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Get Involved: Volunteer Opportunities at Mother Lode Rugby
At Mother Lode Rugby, we believe that rugby is more than just a sport—it’s about building community, teamwork, and lifelong friendships both on and off the field. A big part of what makes our club so special is the dedication of players, parents, and volunteers who come together to support the growth of our teams…
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Uniform Store Re-Open
If you missed the first window to order player uniforms, the store has reopened and the order window will close December 9th. The table and descriptions below outline what you will need to purchase for your player for each age category: NOTE: Please refer to the size chart on the uniform site to select the…
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Why Every Girl Should Give Rugby a Try
Rugby isn’t just a sport—it’s an opportunity to grow, lead, and have fun. For middle and high school girls, rugby offers a pathway to personal development, teamwork, and even college scholarships. At Mother Lode Rugby, our motto—Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Fun—guides everything we do, making rugby more than just a game. It’s an experience that…
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Order your team uniform this week to get it in time for the season!
It’s time – get your team uniform ordered HERE before November 4th to ensure it is here in time for Christmas. Each team has its own player uniform, see table below and check sizing before placing your order. For Middle School and High School, the team uniform will be used for practices only and the…
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Mother Lode Rugby Turns 30!
Get Your 30th Anniversary Jersey and Support Our Future… It all started 30 years ago with a vision from Jack Harnden, the Head Football Coach at Oak Ridge High School, who gathered 18 players to establish Oak Ridge Rugby Club and what would later would become Mother Lode Rugby. Fast forward to today, and we’re…
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Walk in the Veterans Day Parade!
We need your involvement – we’re thrilled that Mother Lode Rugby has been accepted to be a part of this year’s Folsom Veteran’s Day Parade! For those who haven’t been before, this is one of Folsom’s biggest community events, drawing people of all ages from the town and nearby areas. It’s a great chance for…
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Support Mother Lode Rugby and Become a Sponsor!
We’re gearing up for the 2024-2025 season, and we need your support to make it the best yet! At Mother Lode Rugby, we’re all about building character, sportsmanship, and leadership in a fun, family-friendly environment. This year, we’re raising funds to provide player scholarships, new equipment and improving our practice field options —and you can…
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Youth Rugby Schedule Released for 2025 Season!
We’re excited to announce that the 2025 Youth Rugby schedule for U10, U12, and Middle School Boys has been released! The season kicks off on January 4, 2025, and runs every Saturday through March 22, 2025, with one bye weekend on February 22. This year’s schedule includes a mix of warm up matches and competitive…
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Team Stores OPEN!
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of two new online stores for Mother Lode Rugby Club, giving our players, families, and supporters more ways to gear up and show their club pride—while also supporting the club! A portion of every purchase from either store goes directly to Mother Lode Rugby, helping us fund player development,…