Re: 2 down how many more to go??

I am completely new to this sport, and I have NRG to thank for getting me hooked.  Let me start by telling why I got hooked.  I found the quick pace of 7’s a great intro to the game.  I was also fortunate to meet some very wonderful people at SFGG, the players, coaches, and fans.  Then came the kicker, all of these players from around the country played because they loved the sport.  They weren’t making any money at it, which leads to my point.  Financial support is the key to success.  It does not take an MBA to figure out that without a revenue stream it is hard to do very much.  But, at the same time, it is impressive to see how successful the game has become.  However, I, as a noob to this sport, realize that we won’t be able to compete with other countries that have sponsorship from large companies.  Why?  They get the advertisement from it.  They get recognition for their sponsorship.  How many people in the states have flown on Emirates?  I know I haven’t.  So, asking Emirates for more financial support would be like asking your employer for a raise without putting in more work or generating more money for the business.  Emirates is a business.  Show them how their support equates to financial gain and they will give more money.  We need to increase the number of major sponsors, and we need to show them loyalty as supporters of the sport.  That is why they do it.  You can say they love the sport, and to some extent, they do, but for them to shell out some major money, they need to see a profit.
Just my two cents…
***steps off the soapbox***
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RE: Womens World Cup

Canada and USA alway play close in the Americas Cup. England is quite the contender and I know faired well vs USA in the last go-around. Can imagine NZ being in the ranks not just because the story you found, but the rich tradition of the country.

Has a different meaning when you have a number of friends participating...

College "Super league"

Was just reading about this over on rugbymag.com http://www.rugbymag.com/news/colleges/college-gen/college-premier-league-lineup-closer-to-being-settled.aspx

I think it is a great idea and will definitely be a good thing - I am a little confused about it not conflicting with regular D1 playoffs, so all these teams will be playing in 2 comps? both run by USA Rugby? 

Maybe its just me early on a Monday morning not getting it 

RE: playing format question

Absolutely.  Plus we have found that the new players are able to absorb the game more quickly by getting them "in the thick of it" and then are able to quickly pick up additional nuance by working with the sideline coach. 

RE: 2010 RSL schedule released!

Judiciary panel has to make final decision on the issue, so anxiously waiting.

 repeat of last years final in the Semi stage....chills! Playoffs are a whole new season, clean slate for everyone.

RE: 2010 Churchill Cup

Really should have done my research a bit better! thought it was a similar line up to last year - my bad thanks for the correction

http://www.churchillcuprugby.net/leagues/front_pageChurchillCup.cfm?leagueID=10901&clientID=3731&link=ChurchillCup

Has all the info you need including getting tickets