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.
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Practices for the 2025-26 season will begin on Monday, November 17, 2025 and will run weekly through February. ​​
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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.
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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. ​
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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.