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Bill Baer
303 388 4948
1027 Steele Street
Denver, Colorado
80206
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October 5, 2009
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EAST RUGBY - 2009 STATE CHAMPIONS!!
East 23 - Aurora 20
10 28 2009
East High Rugby Fundraiser Dinner
10 5 09
EAST BOYS RUGBY PRESEASON CONDITIONING
Every Tuesday and Thursday starting Tuesday, November 3 and concluding Thursday, December 17, for a total of 13 sessions.
Workout Schedule:
3:15 pm meet in East HS Room 240
3:30 pm yoga warmup in Room 240
4:00 pm weight training in Weight Room
5:30 pm session concludes
These sessions will be rigorous and supervised by adults. They are free, and everyone is invited including younger participants. Come with workout clothes including indoor running shoes and water bottle.
All participants are required to submit the signed "Waiver and Release of Liability."
If you have questions contact: Bill Baer at 303-388-4948 or billbaer83@earthlink.net
"Preparation is the key to success."
Bill Baer - Head Coach
Mark Hoskin - Strength and Conditioning Coach
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East High School Ruggers and Parents,
Welcome back to school. I hope you all had a productive summer. It's time to start gearing up for Rugby.Follows are some items of interest.
PEP RALLY
We will present the State Championship trophy to the school at the Fall pep Rally on Friday Oct. 2.
FITNESS
If you are not playing a fall sport, you should be starting your rugby conditioning of running and weight training. If you do not have access to a weight room you can still do push ups etc.Mark Hoskin, our strength and conditioning coach, has been working on some exciting ideas and he will contact all of you about our pre season conditioning program. But don'twait for that- start now.
ACADEMICS
You should take advantage of the after school study table, every Mon., Tues., Wed., 3:00-4:00 p.m. in the Media Center at East High School. There will be a faculty member from each of the core subjects as well as special education there to help you. This is a great resource and can help each of you.
RECRUITMENT
Now is the time to talk to students about playing rugby in the spring. If they are a basketball player or a wrestler, they are welcome to join us after their winter sport ends.Please explain to any recruits that everyone is welcome, but if they come out they must show up fit and be willing to work hard.
FUTURE EVENTS
We will have a recruitment meeting just before winter break at East High School, after school for returning and new players.Our annual Alumni Pizza Party for past and present players and parents will be Fri. Dec. 18, 6;30 p.m. We will induct Paul Hoskins Jr. into the East Rugby Hall of FameWe will have Registration for all players and parents right after school resumes from winter break in the evening.Our 1st training will be Sat. Jan. 9.
RUGBY FILM LIBRARY
If any of you have East Rugby DVDs from last season ( or any other gear such as fleeces, shorts or socks) please return to me.If any of you want to borrow rugby tapes from the film library , please contact me. It's a great way to continue to learn in the off season and also to show some potential recruits what our game is about. We are looking forward to our 22nd year as a recognized club sport at East High School.
Thank you,
Bill Baer Head Coach
billbaer83@earthlink.net
303-388-4948
2009 State Championship Game Summary.
After trailing at half time, East Rugby came back to defeat Aurora 23-20 in the State championship finals.
The East Rugby team was supported by many parents and students and East Rugby alumni.
Demian Mallo-Smith received the man of the match trophy presented by Colorado Youth Rugby.
Thanks to everyone for the great support.
Bill Baer
EAST RUGBY PLAYERS IN ALL STAR GAME
On Saturday May 23 , East was represented at the State All Star Game by Quinn Williams, Demian Malo-Smith, Alex Hoskin, Sean Kilfoyle, and J.J. Wescott. Jake Dunn and Lexington Smith were selected for the All Star team but were unable at attend the match.
The top 44 high school rugby players in Colorado, drawn from the 25 teams, were divided into two teams for an All Star Match at Shea Stadium. The five East players were on the blue team and contributed to a strong victory.
At the conclusion of the match the Colorado All State Team was selected by College coaches. These are the 15 top rugby players in the state by position.
2009 COLORADO ALL STATE RUGBY TEAM included:
Quinn Williams -#8 East H.S.
Demian Malo-Smith- scrumhalf East H.S.
Alex Hoskin- center East H.S.
Also, San Kilfoyle - flyhalf East H.S. was named one of the nine All State Reserves.
Congratulations to all the players. For East to have four players in this select group is an honor to our program.
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TRY Youth Rugby Program
As a way to strengthen the East Rugby program even more, we are starting a new TRY Youth Rugby program for children from the East area & East "feeder" schools.
- The program is sponsored by Colorado Youth Rugby & is available for children 5 to 15.
- The teams consists of 5 to 7 players, with no tackling under the age of 13. Program is intended to get the players running, passing & learning rugby concepts.
- Games will be on weekends through June. Practice is still to be determined.
If you are interested contact Patti Wells at patricia.wells@denverwater.org
East Rugby on 9 News
Colorado Youth Rugby - where you can find information on Youth Rugby in Colorado.
Support from Iraq!! (click) vs. Ridgeview vs. Aurora
On Apr 19, 2009, at 4:05 PM, Youngquist, John [principal of East High School] wrote:
Hi Bill,
I hope you are well! I do know that you are busy. I just wanted to touch base with you to let you know how incredibly appreciative I am of your leadership of our Rugby Club and the great work that the coaches and students invest in for this program, for our school and for the team’s success. I was at the Aurora game the other night with my two girls. While we just caught the last quarter of the game, I was impressed by the crowd, the action on the field, the determined effort to win by our players and the sense of pride that is a part of this tremendous rugby program. Thank you for all that you do in support of this effort. Through East rugby, you are developing strong players, strong community members and strong futures.
Enjoy the day,
John
Green Chili Tour - I want to thank Donna & Dave Mosely, Barbara Baer, Deb Suggs, John Dunn, Patti Wells, Mark Hoskins, Matt McConville & the many others who helped make the tour to New Mexico a great experience. We had a great time, played good rugby. A side 2 wins 0 losses; B side 1 win, 1 tie 0 losses; C side 2 wins 0 losses. We had two great banquets, went bowling (with Bret) and stopped off at the Pecos National Monument on the way home.
Due to our fundraising we were able to include scholarships for many boys that could not have joined the team. We took 44 boys and were joined by 21 parents.
Thank you all - Bill Baer
To East High Rugby,
Congratulations on your successful Chili Tour and your successful season so far this year. Good luck in the upcoming playoffs. I look forward to your match at Dick’s this weekend that precedes our critical Super League match against Belmont Shore (Los Angeles). The Barbarians appreciate our ongoing partnership with East High Rugby Club.
Ken Matthews - Denver Barbarians Rugby
East High Rugby on YouTube.
East High Rugby Boot Bowl article in the Examiner. x .
Upcoming Events....
May 9 - Sat State Semi-Finals @ Dick's
May 16 - Sat State Finals
END OF YEAR PARTY - May 19, 5:30 PM @ Crestmoor Pool
Volunteers please contact Kelly Pierson piersonschreiber@msn.com or 303.377.1174
2009 Schedule - click for full schedule - Match Summaries - Standings - Scores
East High School Boys Rugby Football Club - Some Background
Mission statement
To promote teamwork, sportsmanship and hard fair play through rugby for the young men of Eash High School and central Denver. To celebrate the positive diversity of our inner city population.
Description: East High Rugby has been an official Club Sport at East HS since 1988 and we award varsity letters. The parent's organization is one of the strongest in the country and was featured in a four page article in the national publication, "Rugby Magazine" in 2004.
Club Colors: Red and White
Club head coaches in sequence: Paul Hoskins Sr., Paul Hoskins Jr., Bill Baer
Practice Location: City Park
Game (Home) Location: East High School, 1600 City Park Esplanade, Denver, CO 80206
Tours: Team has toured every spring since 1997, including Salt Lake City, New Mexico, Des Moines, Kansas City and Omaha.
Awards:
Colorado Youth Rugby Sportsmanship in 2003, 2004, 2005. Ranked 8th in the nation in 1997.
CYR Player of the Year 2004 - Connor O'Brien
CYR Player of the Year 2006 - Jonny Miller
CYR Coaches of the Year 1998 - Paul Hoskins Sr. & Bill Baer
CYR Coach of the Year 2006 - Bill Bear
East Rugby Hall of Fame: 2008 - Paul Hoskins Sr., Link Wilfley
2009 - John Falkenberg Sr., Connor O'Brien
Championships:
Division II State championship - 1988
Division I State championship - 1997, 2002, 2004
Division I State Finalists - 1994, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
U-19 Eagles Participants: Micah Bronitsky 1998; Link Wilfley 1998; John Lanphier 1998; Chris Alberts 1999; Kevin Baer 2000; John Falkenberg Jr. 2000; Connor O'Brien 2003
U.S. Men's Eagles: Link Wilfley, Mike Magan (East High Rugby coach).
East Rugby team booklet - advertise your business or express your support.
Colorado Youth Rugby - where you can find information on Youth Rugby in Colorado.
2009 Schedule - click for full schedule
21st Year Reunion & Hall of Fame Induction Celebration Summary
On December 19, 120 alumni, parents and players met to celebrate the 21st year of East Rugby. John Falkenberg Sr., a dedicated parent volunteer and Connor O'Brien, a East High School All American and a captain of the 2004 State Championship team with a 19-0 record, were inducted into the East Rugby Hall of Fame. On December 20, 45 alumni and current players played a touch rugby game in the snow on East H.S. turf field. Players ranged from 60 year old coaches and parents to high school freshmen. After the game, players wetn to lunch to share stories of their great play.
2009 Season Information
Registration
Registration for parents and players will be on Wednesday Jan. 7, 6:30 p.m. in the East High School lunchroom.
We will answer questions, pay dues and sign forms. If unable to attend, pick up forms from Coach Calhoun in room 121 or contact head coach Bill Bear at 303.388.4948.
Rugby Training
The 2009 East Rugby season will begin with practice on Sat. Jan 10, Noon to 3 p.m. at the East High School turf field. If the weather is bad, meet in the East H.S. lunchroom.
If players did not turn in their forms at registration, they must bring them to the 1st practice. Also due at this time is your fitness charts. For practice always bring your indoor running shoes AND rugby/soccer boots, layers of clothes, water and a mouthguard.
Training Schedule
Mondays from 3:30-5:45 p.m. at the north grass field of Eash H.S.
Wednesday from 5:30-7:45 at East H.S. turf field.
Thursdays from 3:30-5:45 at East H.S. turf field.
Saturdays from Noon - 3 p.m. at East H.S. turf field.
Note: If weather is bad, meet in East H.S. lunchroom with indoor shoes and mouthguard.
Prepating for the 2009 Season
The Captains for the 2009 East Rugby Season are:
Alex Hoskin, J.J. Westcott, Jake Dunn & Quinn Williams
These senior players were chosen for their leadership potential and dedication to the team. We will all be working together to assist these young men in successfully following in the footsteps of the many, many strong captains we have had over the 21 year history of East High Rugby.
Bill Baer
Head Coach & General Manager
2008 Standings & Scores Score Summary
Summary of 2008 East High Rugby Season
Even though it was tough to loose in sudden death over time, 22 - 17, to Colorado Springs in the State Championship match, there is much to be proud of for the season.
Our Freshmen/Sophomore team won 6 & lost 0.
Our B side played well and included many victories against other schools A sides.
We too 47 students (A, B, & C sides) & 20 adults on our 12th annyal spring rugby tour.
Our A side won 18 & lost 2.
We beat tough teams from Sacramento, Omaha & Des Moines.
We won back the East/Regis Rugby Boot Bowl.
We returned to the State Championship finals for the 7th year in a row.
We received support from many fans, parents and alumi at the Championship Match.
Our end of the season party & awards gala was attened by over 200 players, parents & supporters.
Even though the 2008 graduates will be missed, we are returning 13 Varsity lettermen.
We look forward to the 2009 season - the 21st season for East High Rugby.
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East High Rugby Hall of Fame (article in YourHub)
Summary of Upcoming 2008 Season - Dates & Events
Dear East High Rugby Parents and Friends,
We are extremely grateful for the generous financial support we have received to date for the 2008 East High Boys Rugby season. We have heard from many of you--our current and past players, parents and friends—and we are halfway to our $8,000 goal. Thank you!
With year-end and tax time approaching, we want to remind those of you that have been considering writing a check to East High Rugby that this is the perfect time to do it. Donations are tax deductible. Plus, we have premiums available to show our appreciation for your support! Please follow this link for more details.
In the meantime, thank you for supporting East High Rugby and have a happy holiday season!
Bill Baer
General Manager, Head Coach
Chris Gray
Sponsorship Chair
Summation of November 14th's Parent Meeting - for anyone who could not attend. Some good information. If you do wish to help but were unable to attend this meeting, please contact Patti Wells - Parent Committee Chair at patricia.wells@Denverwater.org
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2007 East Season Schedule 2007 League Season Schedule & Standings |
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| Summary of East Rugby 2007 Season |
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East's Rugby's 19th season was successful |
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We took 3 full teams - 50 players & 22 adults - to Kansas City for our 11th annual Spring Rugby Tour. |
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The Freshman/Sophomore team went undefeated at 8 - 0. |
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The B team went 2 - 0 on the Tour & came in 2nd in the State Division II playoffs, playing against other school's A sides. |
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The A side returned to the State Championship Finals an unprecedented 6th year in a row, but lost to Regis in a thrilling, well played finals under the lights before a big crowd at Shea Stadium. The East captains were presented with the Runner Up trophy by Lt. Gov. Barbara O'Brien. The State Finals were attended by many alumni players & parents of alumni whose strong support is wonderful. |
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Our end of Season Gals was attended by 150 players, siblings & fans. |
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| We are disappointed with the loss in the Finals but now it is time to plan for 2008. |
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| Upcoming East Rugby Events |
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The annual East Rugby alumni party for alumni & 2007/2008 seniors will be in December. This will mark the 20th anniversary of East High Rugby & a special gathering is being planned. Details to follow. |
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The Pre Season Parents Committee meeting will be in November. |
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The Recruitment meeting for players will be in December just before the Winter break. |
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Registration Meeting for players & parents will be in early January 2008. |
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Training will begin in mid January 2008. |
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| Captains for the 2008 season are Cobin Brown, Cody Hoskin, Dan Aschkinasi & Paul Smith. |
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| For information on East High Rugby contact: |
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Patti Wells - Parent Committee Chair |
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303 628 6464 |
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patricia.wells@Denverwater.org |
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Bill Baer - Head Coach & General Manager |
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303 388 4948 |
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billbaer83@earthlink.net |
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Mar 10 |
Spring Fling |
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Team Scrimmage |
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| A BIG Thank You to All Fundraiser Attendants & Contributors!! |
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We want to thank the committee & everyone that came, or contributed to the East High Rugby fundraiser Thursday night. It was a great success & everyone had a wonderful time. |
Photos to view and purchase. Proceeds help East High Rugby.
We Are the Champions
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