NEWLY ELECTED OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS
On June 24th, the Springfield Rugby Club held its annual
General Meeting. Goals were outlined for the following year,
a Constitution was ratified and the following Officers and
Directors were elected:
PRESIDENT: David "Scoop" Thornton
COACH: Tom Shea
FIRST 15 CAPTAIN: Jon "Pappy" Moore
SECOND 15 CAPTAIN: David "Spike" Moore
TREASURER: Doug Velliquette
MATCH SECRETARY: Jimmy Stewart
FUND RAISING DIRECTOR: Ronnie Ray Kitchens
MEDIA DIRECTOR: Ronnie Ray Kitchens
SOCIAL DIRECTOR: Marc Graham
PITCH DIRECTOR: Terry Quinn
PLAYER DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR: Dave Garret
BUS DIRECTOR: Andy Hampton
FROM: SPRINGFIELD RUGBY CLUB
FOR: IMMEDIATE RELEASE MARCH 7,1983
The Springfield Rugby Club will hold their first home
game Saturday, March 12, at 2:00 p.m. at L.A. Wise Park. The club
will be playing host to the University of Missouri-Rolla. Admission
is free.
The Springfield Rugby Club, the most recent addition to
the Springfield athletic scene lost their season opener this past
Saturday 22-12 to Central MISSouri State at Warrensburg.
Despite their first loss, the SRC is still optimistic
about their remaining season.
The club, comprised of area men, ex-Sms Rugby players
and some who are new to the sport, have a schedule consisting of
6 games and one tournament.
L.A. Wise Park is located on West Nichols between Kansas
Expressway and the West bypass.
Those interested in participating in the sport or requesting
further information can contact club President, Dave Thronton at home
862-2666, or work 869-2891.