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Murphs Rugby Football Club: High School Rugby Program (Grades 9-12)


Murphs Rugby Football Club (MRFC) is proud to bring the fastest-growing sport in the United States to Greenville, Texas, and the surrounding areas. We are dedicated to building a strong, inclusive rugby community focused on teamwork, respect, and character development.


Why Play High School Rugby with MRFC?


Our High School Tackle Rugby program offers a truly competitive and developmental experience, preparing young athletes for success both on and off the field. This is full-contact, competitive rugby focused on advanced skills, game strategy, and physical fitness. Playing high school rugby is an excellent way to prepare for collegiate and club rugby while developing lifelong leadership and teamwork skills.


Program Details


DivisionWhoProgram Focus & Structure
Boys High School TackleGrades 9–12, BoysFull competitive rugby, emphasizing advanced set pieces (scrum, lineout), defensive strategy, and high-level fitness.
Girls High School TackleGrades 9–12, GirlsDedicated competitive program (currently growing!) focused on core skills, strategic play, and building a strong team culture.


Season & Registration


We are actively building our programs for the upcoming season. While the following details are estimated, we encourage you to follow our website for immediate updates. We will start Devolpment in Spring of 2026 to compete in Spring 2027. We will have exhibition matches leading up to our 1st inaugural Season 2027

  • Season: TBD (Estimated Spring 2026)
  • Practice Location: TBD (Estimated Spring 2026)
  • Schedule: TBD (Estimated Spring 2026)
  • Registration: NOW (Estimated Spring 2026)


Player Welfare: Safety First


Rugby is a contact sport, but player safety is our highest priority. MRFC adheres to all USA Rugby and World Rugby player welfare policies.

  • Certified Coaches: All MRFC coaches are (or are in a training program to be) USA Rugby trained and certified.
  • Concussion Protocol: We follow a detailed concussion protocol with mandatory rest periods and a graduated return-to-play process.
  • Equipment: A mouthguard is mandatory for all tackle players. Cleats are also required.


Financial Aid & Player Sponsorship


We believe that financial circumstances should never prevent a child from participating in the game.

  • Need-Based Scholarships can provide significant discounts or waive program fees entirely.
  • How to Apply: Scholarship requests are considered confidentially. Please contact us directly (e.g., at a scheduled event or via the website's contact form) before beginning the standard registration process.


Join Our Growing Community! (Beyond High School)


MRFC is committed to building a complete rugby pathway in the Greenville area. While our current focus is launching the competitive High School program, we have exciting plans for the following:

  • Youth Programs (Ages 5-14): Flag and Tackle Rugby for K-8.
  • Adult Programs: Men's and Women's competitive club rugby (Ages 18+).
  • Adaptive Programs: Modified, safe, and fun rugby for individuals with disabilities.
  • Fitness & Social Programs: Rugby Style Fitness and Social Touch Rugby (currently active!).


Call to Action for Growth:

Are you passionate about growing rugby beyond the High School level? If you are interested in coaching, playing, or volunteering for our Youth, Adult, or Adaptive Programs, please inquire on our website's contact page! Your enthusiasm helps us launch these programs sooner.