FAQs
Practice Schedule?
Rugby Practices are Mondays & Thursdays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Optimist Park - located at 5211 Weddington Rd. Weddington, NC 28104 (about 15 mins from Marvin).
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Middle School Practice is 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
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High School Practice is 7:45 - 9:30 p.m.
Practices for the 2025-26 season will begin on Monday, November 17, 2025 and will run weekly through February.
Bring a mouthpiece, cleats and water.
Team communication & weather
We will announce cancellations and updates at the earliest possible time. Information on downloading and accessing the team app will be provided once a player joins.
It's rugby...we will safely practice and play in the rain and cold unless the playing surface is unsafe or the venue calls a cancellation.
Equipment & Gear Needed
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Molded cleats – either soccer or football cleats are fine. Baseball cleats with metal studs are prohibited.
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Mouthguard – our suggestion
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Don’t use a football mouthguard
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Water bottle – please bring your own
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Game jerseys – provided by the Club
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Shorts & Socks
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Scrum Caps - not required, but available if player chooses
How to join the team
Membership Dues & Costs
New & Returning Players - Click Here to Register
2025-2026 Season
Each athlete is required to register directly with USA Rugby – this costs $73.80 (known as CIPP fee) and USA Rugby provides Accident and Liability insurance coverage.
Club Fees are $425 - Marvin Ridge Rugby Club is a registered 501 (c)(3) nonprofit.
Membership scholarships and volunteer opportunities are available for eligible players in need of financial assistance.
Any player is welcome to try rugby and if it’s not for you, just let us know by Thanksgiving, and you will receive a full refund of the Club Fee.
Can girls play?
Absolutely yes – rugby in Middle School is a co-ed sport. For high school girls, we can refer you to Charlotte Cardinals
Can I join the team if I don't live in Marvin?
Text Coach Mitchell on 704.698.7684 for further guidance.