Minnesota Youth Rugby

06/02/2026

More details provided by the Albert Lea club on field information, parking, etc.

🏉 State Tournament Information 🏉

We are excited to host the Minnesota Youth Rugby State Tournament this weekend! Below are some important details for athletes, families, and fans attending.

🎟 Admission

* $5 per person
* Cashless entry only
* Tickets can be purchased in advance using the Zeffy link/QR code
* A QR code will also be available at the entrance on tournament day

🚪 Venue Access

* Gates open at **8:00 AM**

🚗 Parking

* Overflow and bus parking will be available at Albert Lea High School
* A safe walking path connects the high school parking lot to the tournament fields and stadium
* Please reference the tournament maps for parking and venue locations

🌮 Food & Vendors

* Food trucks will be on site serving breakfast and lunch items throughout the day
* Booshie Rugby will be on site with rugby apparel, gear, and merchandise

🎓 College Recruiting
Several colleges will be attending to recruit and connect with athletes, including:

* SMSU
* St. John's University
* College of St. Benedict
* Iowa Central Community College
* University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
* University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

Additional colleges will more than likely be added!

🚻 Restrooms

* Permanent restroom facilities are marked on the tournament maps
* Additional portable restrooms will be available throughout the venue

🎥 Live Stream
Championship Stadium matches will be live streamed by Gopher Drones for those unable to attend in person.

See you all there!!! 🦅🏉

05/31/2026

The Minnesota State Youth Rugby Tournament is 6 days away. We have more details for you.

Purchase your tickets in advance using the attached QR code. Here's a link to a video to show you now. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=okP5pZHk7nE

Gopher Drones will be performing all of the video and streaming. The URL will be provided later this week for those out of state to watch their favorite rugby players.

Parking: there is plenty of parking in the area, including the connected nearby high school. Here's a site showing the area: https://www.isginc.com/portfolio/jim-gustafson-field-hammer-athletic-complex

Food truck vendors that will be onsite:
Taco King https://www.facebook.com/TheTacoKing2/
La Borinqua https://www.facebook.com/p/La-Borinqua-Puerto-Rican-Cuisine-100089783937292/
Nel's Diner https://www.facebook.com/p/Nels-Diner-100057197660100/
Ruthie's Ice Cream https://www.facebook.com/p/Ruthies-Ice-Cream-Sandwiches-61578574379074/
B-Lo Zero Snow Cones https://www.facebook.com/p/B-Lo-Zero-Sno-Cones-Minnie-Donuts-100057172730929/

Thank you to Freeborn Eagles Rugby Club and the City of Albert Lea and its community for hosting this incredible event.

05/20/2026

The state tournament is almost here!

05/20/2026

Are you getting ready for the State Tournament? All Youth clubs should be identifying their team/club photographers. All College and Adult Clubs that are planning to attend should contact us soon. (read below)

05/16/2026

📣 Attention Minnesota Rugby Families! LAST CHANCE!

Minnesota Youth Rugby Select Side tryouts are open to all currently registered high school rugby players — male and female — across the state.

📅 Dates: May 17 📍 Location: Eagan Community Center

The Select Side program is designed to identify and develop the top athletes from across the Union for advanced competition. Players will be evaluated on core skills, game awareness, physicality, and coachability through drills and live gameplay — and those selected will have the opportunity to represent Minnesota at upcoming events.

This is a wonderful opportunity for your athlete to challenge themselves, grow their game, and compete alongside the best in the state. We encourage all eligible players to come out and give it their all!

For questions, please reach out to Gonzalo at [email protected] for session times and information

Please share with any families who might be interested! 🏉

05/15/2026

WEEK SIX is here 🏉

Matchups are set and teams are ready to go — check the graphic for this week’s schedule, including dates and locations.

Get out, support your squad, and bring the sideline energy.

Tag your team, send this to your crew, and make sure no one misses kickoff.

05/08/2026

The week 4 scores post will be delayed due to Rugby Xplorer being down! We are working to get this fixed asap and report the official scores. Thank you!

05/07/2026

WEEK FIVE is here 🏉

Matchups are set and teams are ready to go — check the graphic for this week’s schedule, including dates and locations.

Get out, support your squad, and bring the sideline energy.

Tag your team, send this to your crew, and make sure no one misses kickoff.

05/06/2026

Dear MYR Community,

It is with deep sadness that we share this update. Due to a recent tragic loss within our extended youth rugby community, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the Select Side tryouts scheduled for Sunday, May 10th.

Our priority right now is to honor those affected and to ensure space for care, support, and healing. Our thoughts are with the family, friends, teammates, and all who are impacted during this incredibly difficult time.

We will reschedule tryouts and plan to host an extended session on Sunday, May 17th. Additional details regarding time and location will be shared in the coming days.

We appreciate your understanding, patience, and continued support of our community. We look forward to coming together again on May 17th.

If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available. You can call or text 988 to connect with the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7.

With gratitude,
MN Selects Head Coaches & MYR Executive Committee

05/05/2026

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