Founded in 1989, the Bayonne Rugby Football Club competes in Div. II of the Met-NY RFU, within the Northeast RFU of USA Rugby. Drawing mostly from Hoboken, Bayonne and Jersey City, NJ and surrounding towns, the Club boasts over 60 players from 12 nations. In addition to A, B and Old Boys Sides, the Club also fields a ‘7’s’ side each summer, competing in some of the top tournaments in the Northeast. An active social schedule is highlighted by our annual spring tour where the Bombers have taken on the local sides in such destinations as Ireland, Bahamas, Bermuda, Grand Cayman, Tortola and Turks and Caicos. We are always looking for new players of all levels of experience. Height: 5'2" to 6'10"
Weight: 130lbs to 320lbs+
Speed: Tortoise to Lightning Bolt
Athletic Background: Horseshoes to NFL
Rugby is filled with a diversity of positions and skill requirements, so almost anyone can play rugby at some level. Skills that you may already possess from other sports will help you, such as:
Basketball: ball handling, jumping and possession tactics
Soccer: kicking, positioning, vision and strategy
Football: tackling, running with the ball, leg strength
Wrestling: manhandling opponents, strength and endurance
Prospective members should contact the club at ([email protected])
