Did you know that rugby players often excel in professional environments, bringing valuable skills and mindsets to their careers?
Adaptability and Resilience:
Rugby players are accustomed to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, which helps them adapt quickly and remain resilient in the face of challenges.
Teamwork and Collaboration:
The nature of rugby demands seamless teamwork and communication. These skills are directly transferable to the business world, where collaboration is key to success.
Leadership and Decision-Making:
Rugby players often make split-second decisions under pressure, a valuable skill in business where quick, strategic thinking is essential.
Discipline and Work Ethic:
The rigorous training and discipline required in rugby instill a strong work ethic, which is crucial for achieving business goals.
Respect and Integrity:
Rugby's emphasis on respect for opponents, teammates, and officials fosters a culture of integrity and ethical behavior, highly valued in professional settings.
Overall, rugby can be a fun and rewarding sport that contributes to a child's physical, mental, social development and future business professional career. And a sport they can enjoy through their adult life.
Frequently asked questions
Is rugby as safe or safer than other contact sports?
It can be, and most players would tell you it is. However, like any sport, accidents can happen. World Rugby defines requirements that all divisions of rugby must adhere to strict rules to ensure the safety of all athletes. More here.
What are Select Sides?
Select Sides refers to teams made up of players who are nominated by their team head coach. Athletes who accept this offer will practice together and eventually play teams from other states, thus representing MYR. At these post-playoff games, players will have exposure opportunities to college coaches and other national level select side scouts who have been invited to the events.
Is it expensive to play rugby?
Generally, rugby is less expensive to play than other sports. Team/Club fees can vary. Beyond that, boots/cleats, mouthguard, and shorts/tshirt are the basics needed to play.
What is the governance model for rugby?
World Rugby is the international governance organization. USA Rugby is a World Rugby member. USA Youth Rugby is a member of USA Rugby. MYR is a member of USA Youth Rugby.