Coaches and Administrators,

The final details on the 2010 Rugby Texas AGM have been ironed out. It is very important that a representative from each club (with voting authority) is in attendance as we have some very important items to discuss and vote on during this meeting that will move Rugby Texas to the next level in our 2010/2011 season. Please confirm ASAP your attendance or the name of a representative who will be sitting in for you.

What:                       2010 Rugby Texas AGM
When:                      August 1, 2010
Time:                       10am to 4pm
Where:                    Texas A&M University – Minnie Bell Heep Center on West Campus  

                                  www.tamu.edu

Notes:

1) a boxed lunch will be provided so we need a firm RSVP ASAP
2) the agenda and 2009 AGM Meeting Notes will be sent out soon

If any questions, please contact Rick Marshall (rmarshall@energyexports.com or Jacque Bachman jacque.bachman@fedex.com)

The pioneers of the Texas Rugby Union will be saluted on the occasion of the the 40th Anniversary of the Texas Rugby Union at the Lost Afternoon Rugby Luncheon, July 30, at the Westchase Marriott in Houston. Nelson Spenser is rounding-up leaders from the early 70s (and before), and many have already confirmed their attendance. This special celebration, combined with the success of the 2009 luncheon makes this year’s event a “can’t miss” opportunity to spend a few hours with old friends while helping youth rugby.

Seats and tables are moving at a brisk pace and this will be a certain sell-out, so get yours today. Tickets, which are $75 (tax deductible) and include two free drink tickets, can be purchased only through the website, www.lostafternoon.org. No tickets will be sold at the door. While the main purpose of the luncheon is to bring the local rugby community together in fun and friendship, any monies raised are used for local youth rugby initiatives.

Tom Wacker, former CEO of the IRB and a member of the USA Rugby Board of Directors, has been added to the program. Interestingly, the only domestic rugby Tom played before moving to the UK was as a member of the old Baylor Med Rugby Club (one of the first three clubs in Texas along with Austin and Galveston).

Other speakers previously announced are George Hook, famous rugby raconteur from Ireland who hosts a national radio program in addition to his past and current roles as a coach, columnist and TV rugby analyst; and John Rutherford, legendary player who represented Scotland and as a Lion — be sure to check out the video of John in action by clicking the undelined text below:

LA 2010

Daniel Metcalf (Jesuit College Preparatory – Dallas), Jason DeVilliers (Katy) and Ellis Glaw (Westlake H.S. – Austin, Texas) played with the All American Team in Canada.

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