About the Club
Welcome to Brooklyn Rugby
Brooklyn Rugby is the sole rugby union club representing the borough, fielding two adult teams: Brooklyn Men’s Rugby and the Brooklyn Hyenas. Brooklyn Hyenas compete at the Division 2 Women’s Level and Brooklyn Men’s Rugby competes at the Division 3 Men’s Level in the Empire Rugby Geographic Union (EGU).
Most matches are played against other teams within NYC and the greater Tri-State area, with occasional travel for games or tournaments outside of the EGU. The competitive 15s season takes place in the Fall, with social and development-focused Spring 15s season and competitive Summer 7s season.
Practices run between February and November each year, with off-season trainings throughout the winter. We practice Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:15 – 9:15PM in Red Hook, 825 Henry St, Brooklyn, NY 11231.
More information about practices and matches can be found on our “Join Us” page.
Rugby for all
Brooklyn Rugby fosters an inclusive environment for players from all backgrounds. The team welcomes trans and gender nonconforming players, and maintains the stance that rugby should be fun and accessible to everyone.
Training is open to players of all skill levels. No experience necessary to join. All are welcome.
Teams
Men's 15s
Brooklyn Rugby Football Club was founded in 2007 by a small group of former college and men’s players looking to build competitive community-oriented the borough of Brooklyn.
Nearly two decades on and Brooklyn Rugby is the only rugby union side in the whole borough, playing competitively against teams in the New York tri-state area. The team competes in D3 – NYC in the Empire Geographic Union as well as in regular tournaments and exhibition games.
COACH: Toby Tornay
CAPTAIN: Josiah Ruhland
Hyenas
Women’s rugby is one of the fastest growing sports in the world and is huge right here in Brooklyn, New York. Though rare in other sports, women’s rugby has the same rules, regulations and equipment as men’s rugby.
Brooklyn’s dedicated women are rugby veterans and those new to the sport – we accept athletes of every skill level, even if you’re starting with no experience. Today’s rugby is a blend of strategy and strength, speed and instinct, and of course a touch of chaos for good measure. No matter what your skill level, Brooklyn Women’s Rugby in NY is a great place to learn to love and play the game.
COACH: Greg Mull
CAPTAIN: Max Soo
Men's 7s
The Brooklyn Men’s 7s team was formed in the summer of 2008. While the first few seasons were focused on building the team, starting in the summer of 2011, the team started winning games against strong local and international teams. Since then, Brooklyn Men’s 7s has become a force to be reckoned with, consistently bringing home new hardware.
COACH: Alpons Dizon
Hyenas 7s
Brooklyn Hyenas have a competitive Women’s Sevens side playing in the Empire GU Sevens series. The season varies depending on tournament availability, but typically runs from May through August. Players of all skill levels are welcome and encouraged to join our trainings for off-season fitness opportunities.
COACH: Nora Westcott
Teams
Men's 15s
Brooklyn Rugby Football Club was founded in 2007 by a small group of former college and men’s players looking to build competitive community-oriented the borough of Brooklyn.
Nearly two decades on and Brooklyn Rugby is the only rugby union side in the whole borough, playing competitively against teams in the New York tri-state area. The team competes in D3 – NYC in the Empire Geographic Union as well as in regular tournaments and exhibition games.
COACH: Toby Tornay
CAPTAIN: Josiah Ruhland
Hyenas
Women’s rugby is one of the fastest growing sports in the world and is huge right here in Brooklyn, New York. Though rare in other sports, women’s rugby has the same rules, regulations and equipment as men’s rugby.
Brooklyn’s dedicated women are rugby veterans and those new to the sport – we accept athletes of every skill level, even if you’re starting with no experience. Today’s rugby is a blend of strategy and strength, speed and instinct, and of course a touch of chaos for good measure. No matter what your skill level, Brooklyn Women’s Rugby in NY is a great place to learn to love and play the game.
COACH: Greg Mull
CAPTAIN: Max Soo
Men's 7s
The Brooklyn Men’s 7s team was formed in the summer of 2008. While the first few seasons were focused on building the team, starting in the summer of 2011, the team started winning games against strong local and international teams. Since then, Brooklyn Men’s 7s has become a force to be reckoned with, consistently bringing home new hardware.
COACH: Alpons Dizon
Hyenas 7s
Brooklyn Hyenas have a competitive Women’s Sevens side playing in the Empire GU Sevens series. The season varies depending on tournament availability, but typically runs from May through August. Players of all skill levels are welcome and encouraged to join our trainings for off-season fitness opportunities.
COACH: Nora Westcott
Locations
Match Day: Kaiser Park
Brooklyn Rugby’s current home field is Kaiser Park, located in the legendary Brooklyn neighborhood of Coney Island, a stones throw from the boardwalk and its famous attractions.
Click below for our full match schedule.
Training: Red Hook
Brooklyn Rugby practices at historic Red Hook Park, located in southwest Brooklyn, easily accessible by walk from Smith-9th Street Station and a few minutes’ drive from I-278.
Click below for additional practice information.
Our Sponsors
Our club sponsors help fund the club and allow us to continue pursuing our mission of expanding rugby in the borough.
If you are interested in discussing sponsorship opportunities, please contact us:
Rugby for all
Brooklyn Rugby fosters an inclusive environment for players from all backgrounds. The team welcomes trans and gender nonconforming players, and maintains the stance that rugby should be fun and accessible to everyone.
Training is open to players of all positions and all skill levels. No experience necessary to join. All are welcome.