Our Mission

Our mission at Orchard Park Youth Rugby is to...

• To promote the sport of rugby union to the Western New York Community
• To allow each participant the opportunity to develop to their maximum potential.
• To properly teach the fundamentals of rugby and to allow players to take ownership of the game.
• To provide players with an understanding of the game and the skills necessary for them to continue playing rugby at the college or club level.
• To provide an atmosphere of fun and respect for everyone.

Our Coaches

Starting with club founder Dr. Harry Laws, Orchard Park Youth Rugby has been fortunate to have the services of some of the finest youth rugby coches in Western New York. Our coaches bring a wealth of playing and coaching experience to the club.

Girls Team Coaches
Matt Sutton USA Rugby CDP msutton@cscos.com	Kristin Sutton USA Rugby CDP kawunsch@gmail.com
Boys Team Coaches
Emerson Smith USA Rugby Level I oppie009@hotmail.com	Mike Forpahl USA Rugby Certified referee poohrugger@yahoo.com	Steve Day USA Rugby CDP evasteveday@aol.com

If you are interested in joining our team of coaches, please contact one of our coaches or board members.

Our History

Club founder Dr. Harry Laws provides his account of how OP rugby came to be. Read more »

Club Administration

Orchard Park Youth Rugby Club, Inc. is a IRC 501 (c)(3) corporation managed by a board of directors and club officers

The club also relies on volunteer committee members who help with travel, post game, social events, and other club functions. Anyone interested in joining the board or serving on a committee should contact one of the board members listed above.

To download a copy of OP Rugby's By-Laws click here... 

Special Thanks to...

Web hosting services for OP Rugby have been generously provided by WINC Communications. A full service communications company offering wireless, dedicated high speed internet, and web hosting services.

WINC Communications
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