Value proposition

A Better World through Rugby

Play Rugby uses the unique power of rugby to inspire and empower youth, primarily from underserved communities, to Go Forward and realize their true potential.

We support over 1,100 student-athletes in NYC each year, primarily through our flag rugby afterschool programs and tournaments at schools and CBO's, as well as our year-round Academy program, which features tackle rugby and wraparound support in a community-based setting.

Through our unique values-based curriculum, these young people build and develop the social and emotional skills needed to be successful on the field, in the classroom, at home and in their communities.

Youth Services, Sports, Youth Development, Program Design and Management, Sports-Based Youth Development, College Readiness, and Social and Emotional Learning