Dublin Rugby

Head Coach: Dylan Murphy

About 

The Dublin Rugby High School team instructs students from all three high schools in Dublin, Ohio in the fundamentals of rugby.  Our team engages in competition with schools in the Columbus area and extends our reach to face teams from Cleveland and Cincinnati.  The primary playing season for us is during the spring, focusing on the 15s style of rugby.

Spring Season

During the spring, the team participates in 15s-style rugby, featuring 15 players on the field and two continuous 40-minute halves of play. Our practices are usually scheduled three days a week, with games taking place on Friday nights. The season kicks off in March and progresses through playoffs in May, culminating with the state championship during the first weekend in June.

In 2023, Dublin Rugby secured the Division 1 State Title! Additionally, we proudly hold the Dime Cup, triumphing over our rivals at Watkins High School in a thrilling match last spring season, clinching victory in the final moments under the lights at Jerome's Stadium.

Dublin Rugby represents more than just a sport; it fosters a lifelong bond among its players. Every Tuesday night, following practice, the team gathers to watch film and share dinner at one of the players' homes. After Friday night games, the players come together for a group dinner. Additionally, each spring, the coaching staff organizes a weekend retreat at Hocking Hills, further solidifying the team's camaraderie.

Tentative Spring Schedule 2024:

March 8th - Moeller (possible tournament)

March 15th - Watkins - Away

March 22nd - No Game

March 29th - Retreat Weekend

April 5th – Walnut Hills - Home

April 12th - Hilliard - Away

April 19th - St. Charles - Home

April 26th - Olentangy - Home at Jerome HS

May 3rd - Possible Tournament

May 18th-19th Quarter-finals

May 25th- 26th Semi-finals

June 1st-2nd State Finals

Fall Season

During the fall season, the team engages in 7s-style rugby. The fall games follow a tournament format every Sunday, featuring four games each week, spanning across Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland. These matches involve 7 players per team, with two 7-minute halves. The championship tournament for the fall season typically takes place during the last weekend in October.

Head Coach: Dylan Murphy, (614) 531-2575