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Rugby Gear Swap Nov. 9th

Nov 4, 2025

As part of our final free clinic in 2025, we will be hosting a gear swap on Nov. 9th from 2pm-5pm at Ernie Sheldon Park in Folsom. How does a gear swap you might ask? This is a great way to help keep costs down for our families and still wear some stylish rugby gear!

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Walk in the Veterans Day Parade!

Nov 4, 2025

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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Try Rugby This Fall – Free Clinics for Boys & Girls

Sep 23, 2025

Mother Lode Rugby is opening the season with three free clinics at Ernie Sheldon Park in Folsom — the perfect way for boys and girls ages 6–18 to give rugby a try. Whether you’re brand new to the sport or a returning player looking to shake off the rust, these sessions are fun, fast-paced, and […]

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Support Youth Rugby

Sep 23, 2025

Grow Your Brand with Mother Lode Mother Lode Rugby is more than a club—it’s a community. With 250+ families involved across Folsom, El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park, Placerville, and beyond. Our program has been a pillar of youth sports in the region since 1995. Each season, boys and girls ages 6–18 take the field under […]

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Mother Lode Rugby Needs Volunteers!

Sep 8, 2025

Mother Lode Rugby is proud to be an all-volunteer club, and thanks to our amazing community, we’ve grown to over 250 players! To keep supporting our youth and delivering a fantastic rugby experience, we need more helping hands—no rugby experience necessary, just a willingness to get involved and make a difference. We have several open […]

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Youth Coaches Needed For This Season

Sep 8, 2025

We are looking for more volunteer coaches for our youth rugby league this season! Coaches are needed at all age groups: U8, U10, U12, Middle School boys/girls, and High School boys/girls. No rugby experience is necessary—just enthusiasm and a willingness to help our young athletes learn and grow. If you’re interested in making a difference […]

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Our Boys Are Heading to Utah for NAI 7’s!

Jul 16, 2025

North American Invitational 7’s Get ready to cheer, parents, because our Middle School and High School Boys teams are officially heading to Utah to compete in the NAI 7’s rugby tournament! North American Invitational 7s | Salt Lake City, Utah – North American Invitational 7s This isn’t just any tournament – the NAI 7’s is […]

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Join Us at the Pacific Nations Cup 2025: USA Men’s Rugby vs. Japan!

Jul 4, 2025

Hey Rugby Fans! Mark your calendars for an unforgettable night of high-intensity rugby, roaring fans, and team spirit! On Saturday, September 6 at 6:00 PM, we’re headed to Heart Health Park in Sacramento for the Pacific Nations Cup 2025 matchup between USA Rugby and Japan…and we want YOU to be part of the action! Whether […]

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Thank You to Our 2025 Sponsors — Building Champions On and Off the Field

May 13, 2025

As the 2025 season wraps up, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the sponsors who made it all possible. Your support provided critical equipment, scholarships for players, and access to quality fields — the foundation for a safe, inclusive, and competitive rugby program. A special thank you to: Your generosity didn’t just support […]

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Season Ends on a High: Mother Lode Girls Win NorCal 10s Championship, Boys Varsity Finish with Thriller Over Chico

May 13, 2025

Mother Lode Rugby capped off an incredible weekend in Livermore with a standout performance at the Girls NorCal 10s Championship, bringing home the title in dominant fashion. The girls kicked things off with a commanding 43-12 win over a tough Berkeley side. The result not only secured a bonus point but also gave valuable field […]

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