General procedures across divisions (and genders) are posted under… Procedures. Please follow, as always.
Match Reporting Webinars
Two remaining phone calls and webinars will be hosted in order to review the new reporting system and how to use it. Guidelines for use will also be reviewed on the call. There are 25 available seats on each call. Please download any necessary software you need in order to join the phone call and view the online screen sharing session.
Sunday September 22nd 1pm: https://global.gotomeeting.
Dial +1 (619) 550-0000 Access Code: 945-704-461 Meeting ID: 945-704-461 Audio PIN: Shown after joining the meeting
Tuesday September 24th 5pm: https://global.gotomeeting.
FYI on Reporting System
A small, but significant bug was found in the USAR reporting system (reported by Wilmington). If a penalty try is awarded and is one of 4 trys, a bonus point is not given.
We have reported this to USAR and will update this notice once it is resolved.
USAR Reporting System
Reminder: you must now report your results at http://usarugbystats.com/ (Men’s Clubs received their access codes last week; Women’s Clubs got them earlier this week). You must also enter your roster for the match.
Check that the opposing team entered the correct score, if your club did not do so.
Effective Immediately: MAC/NCR4 CIPP Compliance Ruling
USA Rugby launches new concussion policy
For Immediate Release
August 14, 2013
BOULDER, Colo. – USA
Rugby has launched a new concussion initiative and policy which emphasizes player welfare and safety as a top priority. The organization&#
Return.
Official USA Rugby Concussion Policy
As part of the USA Rugby policy in accordance with IRB regulations, if a player has suffered a concussion or a suspected concussion, he or she must be immediately removed from play. The player should then be referred to and evaluated by a qualified healthcare professional to determine if the athlete has sustained a concussion. It is imperative that the athlete does not return to play until he or she is symptom-free and has been cleared for return to play by a qualified healthcare professional. USA Rugby strongly recommends that the player complete the GRTP (Graduated Return To Play) procedureprior to return
to full play and competition.
Know the 5 Rs
USA Rugby’s policy requires that ALL rugby players, staff, parents, referees, volunteers, and even fans follow these five basic steps when dealing with suspected concussions:
1. Recognize–
Learn the signs and symptoms of a concussion so you understand when an athlete might have a suspected concussion.
2. Remove– If an athlete has a concussion or even a suspected concussion he or she must be
removed from play immediately.
3. Refer – Once removed from play, the player should be referred immediately to a qualified healthcare professional who is trained in evaluating and treating concussions.
4. Recover– Full recovery from the concussion is
required before return to play is authorized. This includes being symptom-free. Rest and some specific treatment options are critical for the health of the injured participant.
5. Return – In order for safe return to play in rugby, the athlete must be symptom-free and cleared in writing by a qualified healthcare professional who is trained in evaluating
and treating concussions. USA Rugby strongly recommends that the athlete complete the GRTP (Graduated Return to Play) protocol.
For more information, and concussion education and resources visit www.usarugby.org/concussions
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Further Information:
Laura Gill | Communications Manager | USA Rugby | lgill@usarugby.
USA Rugby | 2500 Arapahoe Avenue, #200 | Boulder, CO | 80302
2013-2014 USA Rugby Membership Registration Cycle
The new membership cycle takes effect August 15, 2013, through August 31, 2014.
To register for any role with USA Rugby go to www.usarugby.org and click on the red REGISTER button at the top of the screen.
Benefits & Improvements
NEW Member Center user experience with enhanced “View Roster” and “Member Search” tools and navigation
Continuation of our popular participant accident insurance program
Returning member information has been automatically transferred to make renewals easier
Membership Renewals
Renewing members will need to log on to complete registration
For security purposes, your email address is your user name and you will need to request a new password the first time you sign on
Membership Means Insurance!
Nationwide Insurance will continue to carry USA Rugby’s accident insurance policy. The new policy for the 2013-2014 membership cycle takes effect September 1, 2013
The policy covers only registered members who are participating in sanctioned USA Rugby activities
USA Rugby strongly recommends that all members retain primary medical coverage before participating this season. The new deductible for uninsured members is $3,500
Please visit http://www.usarugby.org/insurance/accident-insurance/accident-overview for more details about USA Rugby’s insurance policy
Tournament Sanctioning: Growing the Game!
USA Rugby continues to require a formal sanctioning agreement for all tournaments and events outside of regular season play and practice. For a complete list of sanctioned tournaments and the breakdown of the process, please go to http://www.usarugby.org/event-sanctioning.
USA Rugby Coach Development: Give back to the Game!
USA Rugby is leading American sports in Coach Development. We are now officially certifying all rugby coaches, partnering with the top coaching education programs in the country and focusing on player welfare more than ever before. Make sure you register early. Certification and background screening completion will be required before activation of any coach registration.
Further Information:
Lucy Zugschwert | Membership Manager | USA Rugby | membership@usarugby.org
Women’s D1, D2, and D3 Schedules
The final schedules for the Mid Atlantic Conference and contact information is available here:
Mid Atlantic Competitions Committee
The Mid Atlantic Competitions Committee for the 2013/2014 competition cycle is composed of the following members, who were appointed by the Chair:
MAC Rugby Competitions Chairperson – Margy Thomas
CGU Representative – Matt Robinette
EPU Representative – Jennifer Bustamante
At Large – David Chapman
Men’s D1/2/3/4 -Brett Biggs, David Hatwell, Gerry Timothy, Laryy Lamaina, Jeremy Miller and Jake Jacobs
Women’s D1 – Meredith McAlister
Women’s D2/3 – Erin Strelec
Sevens – Michael Bertoni (M) and Dre Koury (W)
Referee Rep – Simon Smith
Discipline Rep – Riann Van Greuning
MARFU 7s Champions
The last MARFU 7s Championship (and last MARFU event) was held on Saturday, July 20th 2013 at the Princess Anne Athletic Complex in Virgina Beach and hosted by the Norfolk Blues.
Winners:
Men’s Premier – Schuylkill River
Men’s Open – Richmond Lions
Women’s – NOVA