Rocky Gorge Rugby

We’re back!!! We are 1 week away until the first scheduled practice. Make sure to check you have all the proper equipment to get the ball rolling on Tuesday.

We’re scheduled for Supplee Park under the lights at 7:45. The address is:

16601 Supplee Lane
Laurel, MD 20707

All new/interested players, please fill out the new player form in our bio and a representative will reach out.

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Thank you to the sponsors of the Rocky Gorge Golf Tournament!!

SOBO Strength and Performance
Bitner Henry Insurance Group
Traders Seafood Steak & Ale
BD Wealth Management
Shade Away Blinds
Keagan O'Connell
Rocky GorgeApparel
Integrated Financial Solutions

Also congrats to James Park on retirement!

You all are probably sick and tired of hearing about the tournament but there will be only one more post. We promise.

Congratulations to our winners from the Rocky Gorge Golf Tournament on Friday!

World Champions: Shark Pack (Matt Burns, James Rehak, Derek Chell, and Jon Biermann)

2nd Place: Team Isaac (Isaac Di Napoli, Joey Ingler, Eric Beger, and Alex)

3rd Place: Team Brandon (Brandon Drummond, Justin Blocker, Justin Smith, and Trevor Dunbar)

We would like to thank all of our sponsors throughout the tournament (separate post coming soon).

We are looking forward to having this tournament again next year. Make sure to tune in next summer for that information!

REGISTRATION ENDS FRIDAY!!!

Gorge nation, we have 4 spots remaining for the inaugural Rocky Gorge Golf Tournament. Spots are being taken as this post is being made, so make sure you secure yours for what is going to be a great time!

Registration ends this Friday, July 17th at 7 PM. No ifs, ands, or buts if you are putting it off and attempt to register after the deadline.

Use the link below to register (also in our bio):
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUw99Ufbzd1tvwepfaTx1ky4yLebaEbuM7qWvNBAAp-geYJg/viewform

Thank you once again to the Walden Country Club for hosting this prestigious event. An announcement will be made if all spots are filled and an itinerary for the tournament will be released on Thursday so stay tuned!

Congratulations to these special rugby players who participated with the US Military Eagles against the British Army Lions!! Below are those who participated with their ranks in their respective branches:

Jason Bland, TSgt - Air Force
Larry Williams, 1stLt - Army
Jesse Williams, CWT3 - Navy
Mickey Bressler, Major - Marine Corps

We thank you for your service!!

Per admin fashion this match is from a few weeks ago so apologies for the delay.

LIMITED SPOTS REMAINING!!!

Gorge nation, there are limited spots available for your team of 4 at the First Annual Rocky Gorge Golf Tournament. Enjoy a Friday with your friends and fellow ruggers at the beautiful Walden Country Club! All gorge friends and family are welcome!

Register today through the link in our bio to save your spot:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUw99Ufbzd1tvwepfaTx1ky4yLebaEbuM7qWvNBAAp-geYJg/viewform

We will announce via our stories when the deadline is 48 hours away.

Reserve your spot today!!!

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The final post for the 2025-2026 Rocky Gorge rugby season is our end of season awards. Congratulations to the following players:

John Long Clubman of the Year - Josh Brown
D1 Player’s Player - Donte Speight
D3 Player’s Player - Seth Hardy
D1 Most Improved - Tristan Cole
D3 Most Improved - Josh “Skittles” Floyd
D1 Rookie of the Year - Larry Williams
D3 Rookie of the Year - Justin Smith

For context, Player’s Player is given to the individual who fully embodies what it means to be a Rocky Gorge rugby player on and off the field. Someone who fully embraced the Rocky Gorge identity.

Congratulations to these 7 individuals on a great season!

Stay tuned for the schedule for the upcoming 2026 Fall season!

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It was a great night celebrating Rocky Gorge rugby!

The final tally of the Rocky Gorge Hall of Fame Class of 2026 spotlights is the binder, Matt “Toad” Carroll! Congratulations to Toad on his playing career and on being selected by his peers to join a group of deserving gentleman!

Before he joined Rocky Gorge, Toad was already a champion, winning a National Championship with Salisbury Rugby in 2004. He came to Rocky Gorge in 2010, winning two National Championships in 2012 and 2014, alongside seven MAC/MARFU titles in 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, and 2023.

His leadership and skill are permanently etched into Gorge history. He was Captain from 2013 to 2015, earned Most Outstanding Forward in 2012, represented the Capital Selects side, and the D1 MVP award in 2023.

He is the living embodiment of what makes a Rocky Gorge Rugby Player, both as a competitor and human being. He is one of the most decorated and deserving inductees to enter the Rocky Gorge Hall of Fame.

Starting off Day 2 of the Rocky Gorge Hall of Fame Class of 2026 spotlights is the engine, Dustin Meehan! Congratulations to Dustin on his playing career and on being selected by his peers to join a group of deserving gentleman!

Dustin started his rugby career at Salisbury and ended up at Rocky Gorge in 2010-2011 as a fly-half destroyer.

Hey was a key player in both the 2012 and 2014 National Championships as well as many other MAC and local championships along the way. In the move to D1 Dustin did not miss a beat as he continued his reign of terror and helped Rocky Gorge be the dominant force for over a decade.