"Once again, thank you for doing such an extraordinary job. You and Play Rugby USA are
making such an enormous contribution to the children who are fortunate to get to learn rugby."
"I believe that rugby would not only be an opportunity for inner city children to be exposed to a new sport but a chance for children to be active!" - Miguel Guerrero, P.S. 180
"For boys and girls of any age, rugby is a game that offers skills in both personal and team-centered achievement. The whole person is developed through an enjoyable, exciting framework of activity. What a great way to teach our kids the lessons that really count!"
- Jake Morris, Veteran teacher/Rugby player/Coach
"Seems like a good activity for any age level!"
- Michael Biancorosso, GWEC Law and Public Service
"Very fun and exciting. I would like to introduce this in my P.E. classes."
- Brad Strine, Wadleigh Secondary
"I can’t wait to introduce this unit in my P.E class." - Kevin Baumann, M.S. 256
"Just a quick note to tell you how much our youth are enjoying and benefiting from our partnership. The rugby sessions are proving to be very powerful. Thank you for everything."
- Katha Cato, Henry Street Settlement
"I would like say from first hand experience of having Play Rugby USA as part of our after
school curriculum, it is a program that would be a welcome addition to any organization that
strive to enrich the lives of the youths they serve. The program itself has been a wonderful and
fun experience for our kids since it’s commencement at our site.....we cannot ask for a better sports program for our kids. I would heartily recommend The Play Rugby USA Program to anyone who wants their kids to experience safe, fun, and engaging physical education at its very best."
- Alfa Yau, Academy Coordinator, Chinatown YMCA
"To say that our teens enjoy the sport and weekly meetings would be an understatement. Christian and his team of instructors; Dom, Paul and Ross have been contributing to the positive energy and sportsmanship for our youngsters to emulate. Their motivating attitude and knowledge of the game is superb and impressive which makes the time that the children spend with them fun and worthwhile. The classes are well organized. The children undoubtedly enjoyed the instruction and drill activities offered. The instructors really understand the importance about keeping the children, safe, active and motivated at all times."
- Chi Yung, Assistant Beacon Director, Chinatown YMCA
"The joy of this experience for us at HSS comes pouring in through the sentiments of our league players…Jeremiah Pellot says Rugby helped gave him the confidence to volunteer at school and try new things, as a result he looks forward to come to school and the friends he makes. Dominique Watts (our graduating 8th grader) wants to stay involved with Rugby and be a coach to younger kids. Nicholas Sanchez wants to start a "union" to have more kids play against in his age group.
Thank you for all of your patience and kindness. Can't wait to see you next year."
- Ceci Marquette, After School Site Coordinator / Corlears Complex
21st CCLC , Henry Street Settlement
"The Sports & Arts in Schools Foundation (SASF) is thrilled to be partnering again this
year with Play Rugby USA, an organization that has succeeded in bringing physical
fitness and fun to NYC children through the great sport of rugby."
- Jim O'Neil, Executive Director, The Sports and Arts in Schools Foundation
"Our youth have learned to play the sport while developing important life skills such as teamwork, commitment and rules of fair play; they have participated in intramural tournaments, competed against other youth organizations, and attended a real rugby game. The program has brought tremendous energy, excitement and enthusiasm to our young participants.
I also want to stress the professionalism of the Play Rugby, Inc. staff. Every team member I have met, from the founder of the program to the individual instructors, have been some of the most pleasant, respectful and professional people I have ever worked with. It has been a pleasure having a partnership with this organization."
- Kathy Gilson, Executive Director, Riverdale Community Center
"Iwould like to congratulate you and your associates on your efforts to develop the game of rugby in the USA. It is my firm opinion that the game of rugby as it was originally intended is played in its purist form in the USA… It is nice to see young players playing the game for the sheer enjoyment of it.
Your efforts do yourself proud.
Keep up the good work."
- Chris Roche, Former Wallaby # 6
