Tag Archives: USA Rugby

Personnel Changes at RIM, Opportunities grow for USA Rugby! 4

These changes; RIM’s new state, the opening of numerous Board Seats (King and Kimmett are up in July as well), AND the recent resignation of USAR CEO Dan Payne literally creates a ‘Blue Ocean’ of opportunity for the new leaders of the Union. I refer to the new CEO, the new Board, as well as what may be assigned the role of Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) that may ultimately replace the RIM role More…

American Rugby’s missed Hollywood moment 7

A unique opportunity presented itself for anyone responsible for marketing our brand. I envisioned Good Morning America, The Today Show. Any of them. A feature in a major publication or Sports Illustrated cover.
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My Experience at the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2017. Belfast, Ireland. What’s next? #BringIt 5

I also believe ‘finals week’ at WRWC, if placed in the right destination could create an event of enormous interest. Semifinals could be played on a Sunday, and Finals/Consolation on the following Saturday.  The lower places could be settled at venues mid-week.  Pick a fabulous destination, market the product, and I believe in 2-3 iterations you have 50,000 people in attendance.  Regardless, World Rugby should be open to changing this format in order to open the commercial opportunity, which at this stage lies only in finals week.   More…

My experience at the USA Rugby 7s National Club Championships.  No Expectations, Still Underwhelmed  9

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The expectations of the American rugby community for our National events are at deplorable levels.   There has just never been anyone to say – “Hey, let’s make this a real event, that people want to attend, because it’s fun, it’s entertaining, and it’s American Rugby”.    More…

USA Rugby Congress Votes w/ Strong Majority to Maintain Status Quo 2

aware of the issues.  
I would like to thank each and every person who contacted me personally, or simply became a member of a very large group of people now numbering in the thousands who made a vocal support for the change Congress has begun to see is vital and necessary. This group will continue to grow.  You backed me in this challenge. Your support will be appreciated and welcome in our future endeavors.  More…

The Virtuous Cycle of Rugby 5

To have the opportunity to serve as a director of the USA Rugby board would be a perfect storm in my life as a professional. The opportunity to work in a position that is served by both heart and mind is rare. It would never be taken for granted.
I was able to “take” a lot from the game when I played, a life that defined me. I would appreciate the opportunity to give back in the same capacity. This is the ultimate “virtuous cycle of rugby”.
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