Chicago North Shore is developing its rugby league section. Every player is welcome to train and put themselves forward for selection whether they come from another club or sport. No rugby league experience needed.
The goals of this effort are:
Introduce rugby league
Promote rugby league to develop rugby union players
Provide a new rugby experience
Join the national team identification and selection pathway
Create an opportunity for players who might not play rugby union together to play league
Committed to sharing coaching, organization, and opportunities.
Learn about the club's first rugby league season below.
Spring Competitive Schedule Rugby League – Tampa 9’s
May 15 Rugby League Tournament, Tampa, FL.
Practices 4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9
Location: Stanton Park, Chicago
Arrive 5:45pm
Start: 6pm
Depart: 7:30pm
Any player from any club or sport is welcome to be part of this tournament process. Up to 15 players will be selected for the event which is part of the USA Women's Rugby League 9's series. There are events this summer Florida, Utah, California, and Illinois. Search for USA Women's Rugby League on Facebook for more information.
For more information about this opportunity contact head coach John Coumbe-Lilley at jcl@northshore.com