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The Tennessee High School Rugby League and its members
were organized following the Bryant
Model. The model is a 21 page report entitled "How
to Start a High School Rugby Program That Will Survive Your Leadership
Term," written by Phillip C. Bryant one of the original organizers
of high school rugby in Indiana. The Indiana program has been successful
since 1990. Phil Bryant can attest to the success of high school rugby
as an administrator, coach and parent. Any adult (21 and over) that is
interested in starting a team should read this document first and foremost
as it is an outstanding overview. To obtain a copy send your name and
address to the league commissioner or visit
this link.
By far the most important ingredient for a successful high school rugby
program is a positive attitude and the ability to overcome minor obstacles.
As with anything there will be negative people and each team will face
different hurdles, but as long as you are reasonably determined you will
succeed. It is just like the field of dreams - "If you build it they
will come." Once student athletes play the game - Rugby will sell
itself. There is a definite need for an organized contact sport.
USA
RUGBY
USA Rugby is the governing body over all organized rugby in the USA and
has a wealth of information on rugby. USA Rugby supports high school and
youth rugby through YOUTH DEVELOPMENT OFFICERS (YDO). Start-up teams may
receive a support package and other information that is helpful in starting
a club. The YDO for this area is Harry
Laws. All teams in the league must comply with the USA Rugby Club
and Individual Participation Program (CIPP). To obtain a CIPP package
simply go to USA Rugby's web site.
JOINING
THE LEAGUE
New team development is encouraged and may be supported with start-up
packages. Adult (over 21 years of age) participation is required. Applications
for membership may be submitted directly to the League Commissioner via
e-mail or at any regularly scheduled meeting. Members agree to league
policies and are expected to keep all information current and give permission
to publish information on the web page. These applications must contain
the following information: Official Team Name; colors; official permanent
mailing and e-mail address; name, address, e-mail and phone number of
coach, student officers, faculty advisor and parent booster contact if
available. In addition all teams must become a certified member of USA
Rugby.
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