Play Rugby is proud to be an official charity partner for the TCS New York City Marathon again this year! Through this partnership, we are able to provide the opportunity for runners to support the mission of Play Rugby, raising awareness and funds for the young people we serve throughout NYC! As a Play Rugby Team Member you receive: Guaranteed entry in the 2024 TCS NYC Marathon. A personalized fundraising page. Ongoing support and tips throughout your fundraising journey. Play Rugby swag to wear during training and on race day. Free entry to the annual Play Rugby Casino Night in December. A ..read more

Join Play Rugby for our Annual Golf Day on Tuesday, September 19, 2023! This annual event brings together our amazing rugby community and network of supporters, donors, and Board members for a great day of golf all in support of the young people we serve. All proceeds will benefit Play Rugby’s programs in NYC, specifically in the Bronx and Harlem, helping to ensure that students from these communities are able to access Play Rugby’s mentorship, training, and high impact curriculum designed to help them break barriers and Go Forward in life. Space is limited ..read more

We are seeking a Senior Program Director to serve as the team leader for all of Play Rugby’s programs! They will be responsible for implementing program strategy, ensuring that existing programs and growth align with overall organizational strategy, while providing hands-on support to the entire team. The Senior Program Director is also responsible for quality assurance of programs through effective staffing plans and quantifiable tracking and reporting metrics, as well as program design innovation with a youth development focus. This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced youth devel ..read more

Rugby New York and Play Rugby USA are delighted to announce a multi-year partnership in which professional New York players will be trained as Youth Development Mentors and assist the Play Rugby Academy in its drive to create a better world through rugby. “Both organizations believe passionately that rugby can be a force for good for young people, and we are particularly keen for our players to be involved in developing young boys and girls on and off the pitch,” said Steve Lewis of Rugby New York. As Wil Snape-Rogers of Play Rugby USA also mentions, “We’re delighted to partner with RNY a ..read more

We are currently seeking a full-time HS Girls Academy Head Coach to join our team and play a vital role in delivering positive youth development on and off the rugby pitch. The Head Coach is responsible for the on-the-ground execution of their team, including recruitment and retention of players. The Head Coach acts as the main point of contact for all Youth Development Mentors and volunteers involved with their team, and are responsible for developing session plans, leading sessions, reporting feedback, and ensuring buy-in from all involved. Most importantly, the Head Coach must be present at ..read more

We are currently seeking a Fund Development Associate to support the Executive Director and Development team in donor cultivation and execution of our revenue growth strategy. They will be responsible for managing our donor CRM, stewardship journey and coordinating with COO for financial reporting. They will also be responsible for facilitating the collection of content from programs to support marketing and communications. This position is ideal for an aspiring development professional looking to for an environment with high growth potential. Responsibilities: Database Management Manage, upd ..read more

Play Rugby USA was recently featured by ABC News on “Our America: Fifty50,” an ABC Owned Television Stations special commemorating the 50th anniversary of Title IX, hosted by Sofia Carson. Click the link below to view the full video! https://abc7.com/rugby-queens-our-america-fifty50-america-full-episode/11958988 ..read more

Celebrate the Power of Rugby with us on May 5th! Join us on Thursday, May 5th for the Play Rugby Spring Gala! Our first fully in-person Gala since 2019. We’re so excited to bring together our community of supporters to celebrate the power of rugby and raise crucial funds for Play Rugby USA! The evening will showcase the work of Play Rugby in NYC and honor some amazing community  members who have utilized the power of rugby to change lives. Featuring: Champagne Reception Silent and Live Auctions Three Cou ..read more

We’re thrilled to welcome Thierry Telfort as Program Director at Play Rugby! He officially joined the team on Tuesday, February 1st! Thierry has significant youth development experience, having worked as a Program Director at Sports & Arts is Schools Foundation (today known as NY Edge) and most recently serving as the Director of Community Development & Family Affairs at the NYC DOE. Throughout his career he has supported young people to gain college access, scholarships, internships and employment. His community engagement experience and innovative approach to program development will ..read more

About Play Rugby USA: Play Rugby provides rugby training and competition, youth development and educational resources to help put young people on a path to success. Our programs are designed specifically to address the unique needs of youth growing up in at-risk communities in New York City. Through our unique values-based curriculum, students build and develop the social and emotional skills needed to help them be successful on the field, in the classroom, at home and in their communities. Overview: We are seeking an enthusiastic Program Director with a passion for youth development and a tal ..read more