What is Rugby?

Rugby is the fastest growing team sport in the United States. The USA Eagles and Lady Eagles represent America in the Rugby World Cup, HSBC Sevens World Series and the Olympic Games. Played in over 120 countries by over five million people, rugby is a truly global sport that has a role for kids of all shapes and sizes - it is a game for everyone!

What is Rookie Rugby?

Rookie Rugby is the non-contact version of rugby - similar to flag football - where defensive plays are made by removing a flag from the ball-carrier's waistband. Rookie Rugby teaches players how to identify and use space on the field both offensively and defensively, while emphasizing the basics of running, passing and kicking.

Who can play for the Upper Mississippi Pelicans?

The 2023 Rookie Rugby program is open to girls and boys aged from 5 to 10, with boys and girls 11 and up playing the Rugby Battler program.

Where do we play?

We will practice and play at Old Mill Park in Savanna. Our first Spring Rookie Rugby practice/scrimmage will take place on Saturday morning, April 15th. Players aged 5, 6 and 7 (Rookies) will practice from 9:00 to 9:45 and players aged 8, 9 and 10 (Ruggers) will practice from 10:00 to 10:45.

What does it cost?

Rookie Rugby is at no cost, while the fall program will cost $10 per player, including a team shirt/jersey.

What equipment will I need?

A mouthguard and a pair of soccer or football cleats. Tennis shoes are OK, too.


How do I sign up?

Sign up by attending the first scrimmage on Saturday morning, May 15th at Old Mill Park in Savanna. Rookies can sign up from 8:45, while Ruggers can sign up from 9:45.

Send us a message using the contact form on this website if you need more information.