Men's and Women's Sevens Training:
Wednesdays, 6 - 8 pm
6/26 - 6/27: ORSU 35th Anniversary
6/26 Jesters Reunion
7 pm - Thirsty Lion
10 pm - Paddy's Bar & Grill
6/27 Alumni Games & Social - Fuller's Farm
Women vs. Old Girls - 12 pm
ORSU 35th Anniversary Celebration on 6/26 - 27/09
ORSU will commemorate the 35th anniversary of the club with a celebration the weekend of Friday June 26 and Saturday, June 27, 2009.
Friday, June 26, offers a chance to meet up downtown with Jesters of all eras at ORSU-affiliated establishments. There will drink specials for Jesters, and the pubs are right on the MAX line! The schedule is as follows:
Three ORSU Women in Can-Am Internationals
Beckett Royce, San Juanita Elguezabal, and Ramey Marshall will represent ORSU on the US Eagles and USA A teams to take on Canada the week of June 22 - 27 in Glendale, CO. Congratulations to our hard-working players, and GO EAGLES!!
ORSU Personnel Instrumental in Grizzlies Championship
Led by ORSU coach Jarred Power, the Pacific Coast Grizzlies took the 2009 National All-Star Championship title, defeating the Northeast 36-5. Several ORSU players featured on the squad, including a standout performance from flanker Beckett Royce, who scored two tries in the final. We're proud of you, Grizzlies!
ORSU Again in Final of Roy Lucas Sevens Tournament
ORSU hosted the annual Roy Lucas Sevens Tournament on Saturday, June 6, 2009 at Fuller's Farm. With 10 teams entered in the tournament, ORSU went undefeated in its pool matches to face the Tsunami in the final, just like last year. The Tsunami were able to take the win and secure their second consectutive championship - Tufu from the Tsunami was named the tournament MVP.
ORSU Men's 7s Team Wins at PGE Park
On May 14th, ORSU's men's sevens team was again featured at PGE Park at halftime of a Portland Timbers game. ORSU defeated the U of Oregon Ducks 5 tries to 3, in a 10-minute sevens match. With a great response from the Timbers crowd, the rugby fans in attendance, and the players themselves, this event is sure to be repeated. Thank you to Concept Entertainment, PGE Park, and the Timbers for the opportunity!
Men's Prize-Giving Honors 2008-2009 Season
The ORSU men celebrated their 2008-2009 season with a banquet on Saturday, May 16, 2009 at the Thirsty Lion. The Jesters toasted a season that saw the D2 side continue as a strong force, while also adding a successful D3 side to the club to offer greater participation for more players.
Awards given included:
Rookie of the Year: Keone Tawata
Most Improved Player: Matt Pardy
Most Inspirational: Jack Johnston
Tackling Sword: Keone Tawata
Player of the Year - D2: Aaron Jones
Player of the Year - D3: John Morris
Club Person of the Year: Mike Lewis
The Golden Boot: Seth Bradshaw
Congratulations to all!
ORSU Women to Enter USA Rugby Women's Premier League
The ORSU Women's team has accepted a spot in the newly formed USA Rugby Women’s Premier League (WPL) to start in Fall 2009. THE WPL will be comprised of eight of the top senior women’s clubs, formerly of Division 1. The initial eight clubs were selected by ranking the overall finish order from the last three National Championships and by each club’s interest in participating in the WPL.These teams include: ORSU, Berkeley, New York, Beantown, Minnesota, Twin Cities, Keystone, and Washington, DC.
This opportunity will allow ORSU players to develop their skills in competition at the nation's highest level. In addition, entry into the Premier League means that ORSU's former B Side will now face local Division 1 competition, increasing playing time and development opportunities for all players. Keep an eye out for this exciting competition, coming to The Farm this fall.
Three ORSU Women on USA Squads
Continued efforts have paid off for flanker Beckett Royce and center San Juanita Moreno, who have again been named to the Women Eagles, and for scrumhalf Ramey Marshall who was newly selected for the USA 'A' developmental squad. The three players recently attended the Women's National Team combined camp, from Feb 26 - March 1at the National Training Center in Clermont, Florida. Congratulations to ORSU's Eagles!
New ORSU Jerseys Available for Purchase
The men have new jerseys for the Spring 2009 season, and they are available to the men and women of the club at large for purchase. You can chose either red or blue, any number, in sizes M, L, XL, and XXL. The sizing runs on the tighter side - you can contact Mike Lewis if you wish to try one on first. They are a 35th anniversary item and will have "35th Anniversary 1974-2009" under the ORSU crest. Jerseys are $65 each, and the money needs to be in upon order.
Touch League Ongoing
The Portland touch league is ongoing - no experience needed and all are welcome. Touch is Sun at 4 pm at the Reed College rugby field on SE Steele between 28th and 39th. See the Directions page (scroll down) for location and map. For more information, email Charles or check out the touch website.
In 2008, Portland Touch won their second consecutive national championship, defeating Tumeke Touch (Phoenix) 8-2 in the final in Houston, TX. ORSU Women's Coach Jarred Power was a member of the winning team, along with other ORSU alumni including Craig Martin.