Chicago Lions Youth and Community Rugby

07/23/2025

The Lions were proud to support She Can Play!
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06/11/2025

Haka Rugby Global (Second Year) https://hakarugbyglobal.wildapricot.org/event-5910827

06/10/2025

IT IS NOT TOO LATE TO SIGN UP FOR SUMMER CAMP!

The Sharks from Durban, South Africa https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/479772
a. June 26 & 27
b. 6-19 year olds
c. Three levels of instruction
i. Rookies(6-10 year olds) Intro & Touch $150.00
ii. Middle School (5th – 8th grade) Intermediate Tackle $200.00
iii. High School (9th – 12th grade) High Performance $300.00

05/15/2025

Haka Rugby Global (HRG) is bringing its world-renowned rugby development camp to near you. This highly anticipated event is already generating major buzz among rugby clubs and families across the region. Open to boys and girls aged 8–16, of all skill levels, the three-day experience blends high-performance rugby training with HRG’s signature focus on culture, connection, and character development.
Led by professional Coach and HRG founder Regan Sue, the camp will deliver more than just skills — it offers a powerful, immersive journey grounded in Māori values:
Whānau (family), Mana (respect), Kaha (strength), and Mātauranga (learning).
“We’re thrilled to be back in North America this summer,” said Regan Sue. “It’s about more than rugby — it’s about shaping confident, respectful young leaders and we can’t wait to connect with this vibrant community.”
The camp comes at a milestone moment for HRG — celebrating 10 years of global rugby impact in 2025. What began as a grassroots mission in New Zealand has grown into a worldwide movement, with up to 100 camps across 25 countries this year alone.
Participants can expect:
* Elite-level coaching from international and pro-level players
* Māori culture education
* Mental skills training and leadership building
* A strong emphasis on fun, teamwork, and community spirit
Spaces are filling fast, and with only weeks to go, HRG encourages families to secure their spot today.

Camp Details:
June 23-25 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
8-16 year olds
https://hakarugbyglobal.wildapricot.org/event-5910827

05/15/2025

The Sharks High Performance High School and Beginner/ Intermediate Youth Camp are new to Chicago this year. The Sharks Summer Rugby Camps are a unique experience for young people that they will never forget, an opportunity to learn new skills that not only benefit them on a rugby field but also develop them as an individual, challenging them to set goals and giving them the ability to achieve them, improving their leadership and problem-solving, critical skills that will help them throughout their rugby careers and beyond.

Camp Details:
June 26 & 27
6-19 year olds
Three levels of instruction
a. Rookies(6-10 year olds) Intro & Touch $150.00
i. 8:00 am - 11:00 am
b. Middle School (5th – 8th grade) Intermediate Tackle $200.00
i. 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
c.High School (9th – 12th grade) High Performance $300.00
i. 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/479772

05/04/2025

Chicago Lions' own Oliver Kirk playing for Cal Berkeley at Loose Head against Life
Live right now @
"Life vs. California" in The Rugby Network:

05/03/2025

2024 Graduate Oliver Kirk is starting for Cal Burkley at the College Men's 15s Nationals!
Hi! Enjoy video "Life vs. California" in The Rugby Network: www.theregubynetwork.com/video/0b2941c8-6803-4c96-9399-08dd821d2fd0

03/25/2025

The Lions High School Boys took 1st at the URC IV!

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03/20/2025

CHICAGO GIRLS RUGBY PROGRAM: SPRING 2025 SEASON LOGISTICS
The 7-week program focuses on helping every girl to lead and succeed by teaching positive core values and life skills through non-contact, flag rugby.
Flag Rugby is a fun, all-inclusive way to introduce participants to the fundamental skills of rugby with a big emphasis on having fun! No experience is needed to play (or coach!). Details below. REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

2025 SPRING SEASON STARTS APRIL 14th!
REGISTER HERE https://girlsrugby.org/chicago/

FAQS:
CHICAGO HOME PAGE: 2025 Spring season information and registration:

Who can play?

Open to children in grades 2nd-8th

What does it cost for new players?

*Registration Includes full season, 2 jerseys, shorts, socks, and a Rugby Playbook

Before March 31st: $200.00

After March 31st: $225.00

LOCATION, TIMES, DATES:

Season: April 14th – June 8th

Teams will practice 1-2 weeknights per week and have game days on Sundays:

April 25th – Bosley Park, 3044 S. Bonfield, Chicago, IL 60608 – 5:30pm – 6:30pm
May 2nd – Bosley Park, 3044 S. Bonfield, Chicago, IL 60608 – 5:30pm – 6:30pm
May 9th – Bosley Park, 3044 S. Bonfield, Chicago, IL 60608 – 5:30pm – 6:30pm
May 16th – Bosley Park, 3044 S. Bonfield, Chicago, IL 60608 – 5:30pm – 6:30pm
May 23rd – No Games – Celebrating Memorial Day
May 30th – Bosley Park, 3044 S. Bonfield, Chicago, IL 60608 – 5:30pm – 6:30pm
June 6th – Bosley Park, 3044 S. Bonfield, Chicago, IL 60608 – 5:30pm – 6:30pm (Family Day)

CHICAGO SPRING SEASON INFOREGISTER NOW ; CHICAGO LOGISTICS   Each Girls Rugby program focuses on helping every participant lead and succeed by focusing on teaching positive core values and life skills through non-contact, flag rugby. Flag Rugby is a fun, all-inclusive way to introduce participants ...

02/28/2025

We are preparing to take our High School Boys and Girls Teams to New Orleans for the Urban Rugby Championship IV. Please help us raise the funds needed to travel!
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Click here to buy our delicious popcorn and 50% of your purchase benefits this fundraiser.

01/09/2025

Winter training has started! Come out and join us on Sunday at 3pm!
Hope Student Athletic Center 2641 W Harrison, Chicago!

All are welcome to see if rugby is for you! (Don't worry, most of us will be inside!)