Christmas = Off Week

If you started our program on time, you should be on your first off week. The program was designed so that you had your off week the same week as Christmas. Make sure you do atleast 3 cardio sessions this week, with 3 core sessions. You should not be lifting, this is a week for your body to recharge and regrow from the strength excerices you did over the last 3 weeks. Any questions or injuries, email coach right away.

It Is Not Too Late to Start

If you have not received the fitness program, you need to start it soon. We had 15 guys that were at the fitness program meeting two Monday's ago, leaving about 10 players who are potentially not doing our strength and conditioning program. Email Spencer or coach to get the program emailed to you. Participation in the UNCG strength and conditioning program will have an effect on the starting line up for Duke on January 31st.

Phase 1 - Week 2 Begins

You should be on Phase 1 - Week 2 this week. If you have any confusion over the exercises or any injuries email coach. The feedback so far is that the program is hard, but not time consuming. Remember, we all succeed together, their are no superstars, no exceptions. Everyone must be working to get fitter, stronger, and faster. If you are not doing this program, then you are hurting yourself, and worse, the team.

Triad Youth Rugby Camp - Sat. 5th

This camp is the "official launch of pre-season training" for the Triad Bulldogs. The camp starts tomorrow at 10 am and will go until 11:30. For more information go to the Triad Youth Rugby website. Experienced players are welcomed to join us in our efforts to support youth rugby in the Triad. The practice is at Glenwood Recreation Center. We will have a cookout afterwards for all that join us.

Rush-10 Day Membership Coupons

The Rush is currently running a 10 day trial membership promotion. Since the UNCG fitness facility will be running random hours over the break, some players were discussing the promotions that The Rush has periodically. If you would like a coupon email coach or click on the Rush and print one off. We can only grow as a team, if we work hard as a team, and that starts this break with our off season workout program.

Referee Course in Charlotte on Dec. 6th

Are you interested on becoming a High School - U19 Club Referee? This is your opportunity to take the training. NCHSRA in conjunction with SERRS is hosting the 2008 NC Level 1 course for interested Volunteers, coaches, and players of all levels. Premiere leagues, colleges, and High Schools.

For more details and registrations contact referees@nchsra.org

There is a $50 Registration fee which includes lunch, course materials and onsite referee match. If you are interested in attending, please contact coach.

UNCG Rugby Helps Triad Bulldogs

Come join us this Saturday at 9:30 to help promote youth rugby in the Triad area. Last week 6 UNCG ruggers helped facilitate practice before their big game against Guilford College on Saturday. They assisted with stretching, drills, teaching, and at the end participated in a friendly game of touch. Practice will be conducted this Saturday at 9:30 am at Glenwood Recreation Center. Practice ends at 11:00 am, bring water and warm clothes.

Final Fall Match: UNCG vs Guilford College

Although a hard fought fight was put up by the boys in blue, Guilford College ended the day with a decisive victory over UNCG. UNCG ends the Fall season 3-4, which is 3 more wins then they have had in the last 4 seasons combined. They have made many great steps forward this season and will continue to do so in the off season with UNCG Rugby's strength and conditioning program. The spring season will open on January 31st against Duke, at home.