COUGAR RUGBY CLUB. A History

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1 COUGAR RUGBY CLUB A History In 1982 after a rugby tour, our own Joe Cavallaro and Gary Kee formed and coached the area s first rugby team at Del Campo High School. A game was played against the Piedmont International Touring Side (PITS), a team of veteran high school players coached by John Cullom. Amazingly, Del Campo (known today as the Cougar Rugby Club) narrowly prevailed. The seed was planted and it did grow! Over the past 25 years, competition throughout the Sacramento Valley has sprung up, as our area has developed into a primary rugby incubator, producing several teams, and numerous players, of National status.¹ Today the Cougar Rugby Club (CRC) continues to promote the sport of rugby under the leadership of Coach Cavallaro and Coach Kee. It has evolved to include three Under-17 teams and a newly formed Under-15 Team. Every year CRC invites new players from the Carmichael and Fair Oaks area to participate in the club, regardless of experience level. Members of CRC come from all walks of life. Each member has equal opportunity to compete and is essential to the success of the club. The brotherhood of rugby encompasses the globe and possesses the greatest camaraderie in organized sport today. Like all sports organizations, in order to provide our players with the most opportunities possible, we require continuous funding. Because CRC is a club and is not affiliated with a school we are responsible for our own funding. Therefore, we consider our players, parents and families to be our booster club. The club dues, your volunteer efforts, fundraising support and donations are a vital part of this organizations success. An executive board that makes decisions about the clubs affairs and its future governs CRC. The eight members who make up this board include a president, vice president, secretary, treasurer, two senior coaches, an administrator and parent representative. All of our board members have a player on the team and have a personal interest to make this and every season a success for each player and family involved. The mission of the Cougar Rugby Club is to create memorable experiences, foster the personal growth of our players by providing opportunities to improve physical fitness and self confidence and to strengthen skills of discipline, teamwork, cooperation, decision making, leadership and character through participation, competition and promotion of the game of Rugby in the greater Sacramento area. On behalf of everyone at CRC, we d like to say welcome and congratulations on being a part of the 2008 Cougar Rugby Club! ¹ Sacramento Valley High School Rugby Conference, Ray Thompson, Internet, accessed 23 September 2007.

2 Schedule of Events Mark your calendar! COUGAR RUGBY CLUB Informal Practices Season Practices Wednesday, Dec. 5 th Meeting in Coach Cavallaro s Classroom at Del Campo Touch Rugby on December 10 th, 12 th, 17 th and 19 th Will Rogers Middle School, 4:00 pm 5:00 pm Begins Tuesday, January 8th Will Rogers Middle School, 4:00pm 6:00 pm Mandatory Parent Meeting Informational Meeting, Wednesday, January 23rd Will Rogers Middle School Auditorium, 6:30 pm 24 th Kick-Off Tournament January 26 th and 27 th, Granite Regional Park, Off Highway 50 at Power Inn Road and Ramona Ave in Sacramento Crab Feed / Silent Auction Saturday, February 23, 2008 at the La Sierra Community Center in the John Smith Community Hall at 5325 Engle Road, Carmichael Spring Tour Stanford Tournament End of Year Banquet Saturday, March 15 th Thursday March 20 th tentatively, Denver, Colorado Saturday, May 10 th & Sunday, May 11 th tentatively, Stanford University, Palo Alto May, specific dates to be announced, Will Rogers Middle School Auditorium The following must be turned in to Coach Cavallaro prior to the first practices of the season. You will NOT be allowed to practice or play until all of the following have been collected (except uniform money). Club Dues Uniforms Registration Form & Release Rules & Regulations CIPP Forms (Club Insurance) Mouthpieces $ includes club insurance, national registration (USA Rugby fees) and other expenses. $ includes jersey, shorts and socks. Must be completed and signed, including medical information. Must be read and signed. Must be completed and signed. Must be used at all practices and games. Make all checks payable to Cougar Rugby Club. There will be a $25.00 charge for all returned checks. Questions? Call Coach Joe Cavallaro Home: Work: Cell

3 Event Details Informal Practices Season Practices No-contact practices to introduce new players to game of Rugby. Introduce new and returning players to each other and their coaches. Games and practices will occasionally change at the last minute. Your player will hear about updates and changes from their coaches. To get the most recent information, please ask your player. Throughout the season the Cougar Rugby Club will contact parents primarily via about events and information. Rosters will be distributed early in the season. Mandatory Parent Meeting Informative parent meeting to discuss upcoming season and teach parents about the game of rugby. Informative handouts about rugby will be distributed. All parents both new and returning must attend. Kick-Off Tournament Crab Feed/Silent Auction Spring Tour Stanford Tour End of Year Banquet A two day all-city rugby tournament to benefit the Sacramento Valley Rugby Complex. A fun way to start off the season each year and introduce our teams to other teams in the area. There are no in and out privileges in the parking lot so please come prepared to stay all day. Dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather, bring chairs that are easy to carry, (seating is not provided). Make sure that you and your player have plenty of water, snacks and lunch. There will be food vendors, raffle tickets and rugby equipment/merchandise for sale, have cash on hand, as many don t accept cards. We will be coordinating a snack drive and break area for our boys. Please contact Debi Rietzke for more information: Our biggest fundraiser of the year. Players will be given tickets to sell and donation letters to distribute. Ticket costs are $40 per person and include all you can eat crab dinner. Steak and vegetarian dinners will be available. All families are expected to contribute in some way, by making donation to the silent auction, volunteering and/or selling tickets. Please contact Samantha Rodriguez for more information: Open to A and other experienced players as selected by the coaches to form a team and represent CRC outside of the Sacramento area. Location of tour changes yearly is an excellent opportunity for players to travel, meet other players and further their rugby experience. A certain number of players are necessary to form the team and ensure the trip for all those involved. A nonrefundable $100 deposit is due by Friday, February 8th th to be used to secure transportation. Payments will be arranged for the remaining amount. Approximate cost per player is $500. Parent volunteers/chaperones are needed. Please contact Don Gross for more information: A two-day tour open to all players. A great opportunity to tour Stanford University and meet teams and players from the west coast. Motel accommodations will be available for those interested in attending. Families are encouraged to attend and support your player and the team. Potluck and awards ceremony. Further details to be announced.

4 COUGAR RUGBY CLUB **PLEASE WRITE CLEARLY & LEGIBLY** Registration Form Player Information Player Name: High School: Player City, State, Zip Player's Can you drive to games? Yes No How did you hear about us? Referred by: Height/Weight: Cell Phone: Birth Date: Grade: ft in lbs Parent/Guardian Name Relationship to Player: Employer: Parent / Guardian Information (must list at least one) To cover all possible scenarios of parents and guardians a contemporary family may have we have provided four spaces for you to list all of your childs caretakers. Occupation: Select One: Primary Contact Secondary Contact Emergency Only Parent/Guardian Name Relationship to Player: Employer: Occupation: Select One: Primary Contact Secondary Contact Emergency Only Parent/Guardian Name Relationship to Player: Employer: Occupation: Select One: Primary Contact Secondary Contact Emergency Only Parent/Guardian Name Relationship to Player: Employer: Occupation: Select One: Primary Contact Secondary Contact Emergency Only Cougar Rugby Club P.O. Box 234 Fair Oaks, CA (TURN OVER)

5 COUGAR RUGBY CLUB Registration Form Player & Parent Release I am currently enrolled as a high school student. I have my parents or legal guardians permission to play and practice rugby football and to travel to games and related activities. I take complete responsibility for my health including injuries or accidents I might sustain while participating or traveling. I am covered by health and accident insurance for these activities and I agree to hold harmless the coaches and officials of the Northern California Rugby Football Union from any liabilities connected with my participation. Player Signature: Player's Name (Printed): Date: As the parent or legal guardian of the applicant, I authorize his participation in the NCRFU Youth Rugby program. If he is injured while I am unavailable, I authorize the coaches or officials of the NCRFU, Inc. as my agent to consent to any x-ray examinations, anesthetic, medical or surgical diagnosis or emergency treatment and hospital care that is/are deemed necessary by and is to be rendered under the provisions of the Medical Practices Act. This authorization is given pursuant to the provisions of Section 25.6 of the Civil Code of California. Parent/Guardian Signature: Parent/Guardian Name (Printed): Date: Player's Medical Information Insurance Provider: ID Number: Doctor Name: Dentist Name: Phone Number: Group Number: Doctor Phone: Dentist Phone: Known Allergies or Medical Conditions: Emergency Contacts (other than parents listed) Name: Relationship to Player Name: Relationship to Player COACHES MUST CARRY THIS FORM TO ALL GAMES & PRACTICES

6 2007 West & Pacific Enrollment Application 2007 USA Rugby Membership Services 1033 Walnut St., Suite 200, Boulder, CO Fax: National Office: Website: To avoid the processing $1.50 fee, register online at ENROLLMENT INFORMATION PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY Previously Registered with USA Rugby CIPP # New Participant for 2007 Club Name (Full Official Name): Club ID (if known); Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy): / / Gender: Male Female First Name: Last Name: Mailing City: State: Zip: Phone: ( ) (USA Rugby correspondence only.) Registration Type (Check all that apply): Player Referee Administrator NOTE: Coaches must use the separate Coach Enrollment Form and/or Dual Role registration Form. ENROLLMENT CLASSIFICATION AND ANNUAL FEES CHECK ONE ONLY Club Affiliated with a senior men s or women s club or referee society...$55.00 At-Large Independent player or non-affiliated administrator...$55.00 Collegiate - Affiliated with a collegiate men s or women s team...$42.00 High School - Affiliated with a high school team...$30.00 Youth - Affiliated with a youth team...$10.00 Associate Does not participate in rugby, but wishes to be a member...$25.00 Donation (Thank You!)... Processing fee... $ 1.50 All applications sent to USA Rugby for processing require a $1.50 processing fee. TOTAL INDIVIDUAL ENROLLMENT FEES... METHOD OF PAYMENT Club Check Personal Check Check Number # Invoice (include Request for Invoice Form) Visa MasterCard Name as it appears on credit card: Zip code of billing address for card holder: - Credit Card Number: Expires / Please write number clearly SIGNATURE Your application will not be processed without a signature. I hereby affirm that the above information is true and correct, and that I have read and agree to the terms of the waiver on back of this form. Signature: Date: Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: (if under 18 years old) Incomplete or unsigned forms cannot be processed. Send signed original form to USA Rugby - Retain a photocopy for your records. Please allow 3-4 weeks for processing.

7 MEDICAL INSURANCE AGREEMENT AND USA RUGBY RULES ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 1. I acknowledge that I have a medical insurance policy in my name that has a minimum of $100,000 in medical coverage WITH NO RESTRICTION FOR ACCIDENTS WHILE PARTICIPATING IN SPORTS. I understand such insurance will be my primary source of payment should medical treatment be necessary as a result of my participation in the Activity. 2. I agree to abide by all International Rugby Board, USA Rugby, territorial and local area union rules and regulations, including to be bound by the arbitration procedures therein, that I am aware of and understand, for any dispute regarding my right to participate in the Activity, as set forth in the Bylaws of USA Rugby, as they are amended on a periodic basis, which I understand are available on the USA Rugby web site ( 3. I affirm that I am not suspended or banned from play or participation by any club local area union, territorial union, or national union, and I authorize USA Rugby to verify my citizenship status with the appropriate governmental agencies 4. I am aware that USA Rugby has the right to revoke my CIPP enrollment, and therefore my eligibility to play or coach, in the event of any violation of the aforementioned statement. WAIVER & RELEASE, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND PARENTAL INDEMNIFICATION In consideration of me being permitted to participate in any way in USA Rugby, it s member unions, clubs, organizations and individuals sponsored Activities ( Activity ), I agree: 1. I understand the nature/dangers of USA Rugby activities and believe that I am qualified to participate in such Activity. I further acknowledge that I am aware the activity will be conducted in facilities open to the public during the Activity. I further agree/warrant that if at any time I believe conditions to be unsafe, I will immediately cease further participation in the Activity. 2. I FULLY UNDERSTAND that: (a) USA RUGBY Activities involve risks and dangers of SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, INCLUDING PERMANENT DISABILITY, PARALYSIS AND DEATH ( Risks ); (b) these Risks and dangers may be caused by my own actions, or inaction s, the actions or inaction s of others participating in the Activity, the condition in which the Activity takes place. Or THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES NAMED BELOW; (c) there may be other risks and social and economic losses either not known to me or not readily foreseeable at this time; and I FULLY ACCEPT AND ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS AND ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSSES, COSTS, AND DAMAGES incurred as a result of my Participation in the Activity. 3. I HEREBY RELEASE, DISCHARGE, COVENANT NOT TO SUE, AND AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND SAVE AND HOLD HARMLESS USA RUGBY, their member unions, territorial unions, clubs, respective administrators, directors, agents, officers, volunteers, and employees, other participants, any sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises on which the Activity takes place (each considered one of the Releasees herein) from all liability, claims demands, losses, or damages on my account caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the Releasees or otherwise, including negligent rescue operations and further agree that if, despite this release, I or anyone on my behalf makes a claim against any of the Releasees named above, I WILL INDEMNIFY, SAVE AND HOLD HARMLESS EACH OF THE RELEASEES FROM ANY LITIGATION EXPENSES, ATTORNEY FEES, LOSS LIABILITY, DAMAGE OR COSTS ANY MAY INCUR AS THE RESULT OF ANY SUCH CLAIM. I HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND IT S TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT AND HAVE SIGNED IT FREELY AND WITHOU ANY INDUCEMENT OR ASSURANCE OF ANY NATURE AND INTEND IT TO BE A COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY TO THE GREATEST EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW AND AGREE THAT IF ANY PORTION OF THIS AGREEMENT IS HELD TO BE INVALID THAT THE BALANCE, NOTWITHSTANDING, SHALL CONTINUE IN FULL FORECE AND EFFECT. PARENTAL CONSENT AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT I, the minor s parent and/or legal guardian, understand the nature of the above referenced activities and the minor s experience and capabilities and believe the minor to be qualified to participate in such activity. I hereby release, discharge, covenant not to sue and AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND SAVE AND HOLD HARMLESS each of the Releasees from all liability, claims, demands, losses, or damages on the minor s account caused or alleged to have been caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the Releasees or otherwise, including negligent rescue operations, and further agree that if, despite this release, I, the minor, or anyone on the minor s behalf makes a claim against any of the above Releasees, I WILL INDEMNIFY, SAVE AND HOLD HARMLESS each of the Releasees from any litigation expenses, attorney fees, loss liability, damage or cost any Releasees may incur as the result of any such claim.

8 COUGAR RUGBY CLUB Volunteer Form Please note: We understand that it s early in the season and that things will change as the season progresses, so we encourage you to volunteer for as many areas as you possibly can. When the time is right the appropriate committee head will contact you regarding the area for which you volunteered. At that time you will have an opportunity to learn more about the specific duties that are needed and decide if you are still available to participate. We rely heavily on our parent volunteers and appreciate all that you do! Here is some brief information about the volunteer areas needed: Crab Feed: Need parents to organize donations into gift baskets, collect tickets from other players & their families, arrange silent auction items & coordinate bidding sheets, collect/sell tickets at door, help cook for the event, coordinate/monitor players who will be working as servers, sell raffle tickets, clean up. End of Year Banquet: Need parents to help setup and clean up before and after. Field Maintenance: Need parents to help maintain field, prepare field for games, clean up after games/practices, collect & prepare drinks for disbursement at games, act as field monitor to maintain game barriers and ensure players, coaches and spectators maintain respectful conduct. Kick-Off Tournament: Need parent to bring & setup pop-ups to provide the teams with a cool place to rest between games, bring snacks, drinks, ice and ice chests to keep players hydrated and cool, clean up during & after tournament Phone Calls: Part of organized phone tree to contact parents and players via telephone about important announcements or game changes. Sponsorship: Sponsorships are always welcome! Spring Tour: Need parents to help coordinate the trip beforehand and most important, parents to join the players/coaches and act as chaperones on the trip. Team Parent: Need a few designated parents from each team to help coordinate its team s unique needs, such as practices, games, fundraisers & such. Transportation: Need parents who are willing to regularly or occasionally help other players make it to the games, practices & events as needed. Crab Feed End of Year Banquet Field Maintenance/Game Day Kick-Off Tournament Phone Call I am interested in volunteering in the following areas: Sponsorship Spring Tour Team Parent Transportation I would like to participate, but still don t know in what area Name(s)

9 COUGAR RUGBY CLUB Athletic Policies and Regulations Because an athletic program is an integral part of the total educational program, we would like to be certain that you are aware of the policies and regulations used as guidelines for participation in The Cougar Rugby Club. Please read the following guidelines carefully, knowing that the coaches will refer to them in discussing questions pertaining to acceptable conduct of a Cougar Rugby Club participant. We feel these guidelines will be helpful in reassuring that our program will result in a rewarding experience for all participants. A. Pre-Participation Requirements 1. A parent must sign the release form granting permission for you to take part in all Cougar Rugby Club activities. 2. Insurance coverage is required to cover possible accidents. You must have medical coverage. Coverage may be by parents private insurance company. If the coverage is by a private company, the parents must state the name of the company on the release form. 3. You must present to your coach the appropriately signed release form. A student becomes a member of the club and subject to all athletic policies and regulations once he/she has signed the release form. B. School Responsibilities 1. Students must have grades that their parents are comfortable with in order to participate in the Cougar Rugby Club. 2. If not they will NOT be allowed to participate until the parents say they can. C. General Conduct 1. There will be absolutely no drinking of alcoholic beverages, use of tobacco or involvement in narcotics or drugs by the members of the Cougar Rugby Club. Violation of this rule may result in the athlete being dropped or suspended from the club. 2. The appearance of athletes in The Cougar Rugby Club shall be presentable. 3. Forgery or falsification of information on any form required to participate will result in the athlete being dropped from the club. 4. Player must show the club a cooperative attitude at all times or may be dropped from the club.

10 D. Club Member Responsibilities 1. Be on time to games and practices. Coaches will take necessary action to see that this rule is enforced. Repeated violations may result in the player being dropped from the club. 2. There will be absolutely no cutting of practices. If you are at school during the day and then must be absent from practice, for an excusable reason, you must report personally to the coach and check out. You owe this to your coach. Practices are organized for your benefit and the benefit of other team members who are depending on you. If this personal reason is not made in advance, the absence will be considered a cut of practice. The first cut will receive a warning and the second may result in the player being dropped from the club. Be a loyal club member. 3. Remember that a player is never more than a team and will be removed from said team/club if the player does not live up to their obligations to the team/club, coaches and school. Following are general points to remember. i. Remember that you represent The Cougar Rugby Club. Do not make a demonstration of yourself on the field. Swearing will not be tolerated. ii. Respect other people s property 4. If a player is becoming an attitude problem that the coach feels is being detrimental to the team/clubs well being, the coach will have a conference with the player as a warning. If such attitude continues, the coach will then take appropriate action. If the problem persists, this action may include dropping the player from the club. We recognize a lot is required of an athlete in The Cougar Rugby Club, but we feel the rewards will be equally as numerous, beneficial and long lasting. Responsible participation in Athletics will be an integral part of the education process. The Cougar Rugby Club program takes pride in providing a fair and sportsmanlike program for athletes. In the event you have a concern or question, contact Coach Joe Cavallaro Home: or Work: READ SIGN & RETURN TO COACH The signature below will verify that the parent/guardian and student athlete have read and do understand The Cougar Rugby Club athletic policies and regulations. Student: Printed Name: Parent: Printed Name: Date: