BALTIMORE-CHESAPEAKE BRUMBIES RFC
P.O. Box 8467
Baltimore, MD 21234
www.baltimorerugby.net
Present
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38 Annual
Rites of Spring Tournament
May 2, 2015
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Baltimore-Chesapeake is inviting all interested rugby clubs to the 38 Annual Rites
of Spring 10’s Tournament in Baltimore, Maryland on May 2nd. This invitation is for all
interested men and women teams of all ages.
Tournament Form
In the past the tournament consisted of both Men’s & Women’s teams, from both the
senior and college levels. There will be trophies awarded to teams depending upon the outcomes
of the final games and upon the number of divisions.
Match Rules
All games will be played with 10 players a side, and the length of each game will be two
20-minute halves (5-minute halftime). Advancing teams in each bracket will be based upon:
wins, highest point differential, most points scored, most number of tries, and most number of
conversions made. All players participating must be CIPP’d with USA Rugby.
In the event of a tie during pool play and semi-finals, a 10-minute sudden death period
will be allowed with no halftime. In the event of a tie after sudden death, the winning team will
be determined by the number of tries scored and then penalty kicks. Kicks will be taken by one
member of each team from 15 meters away from the goal line from anywhere within the crossbar
space at the players choosing. After each successful kick, the spot is moved 10 meters back until
one team misses. If both teams miss then the kick is again placed at the same spot until one team
misses. All Championship games will be determined by two 10-minute sudden death periods, at
which point, a 5 minute break will be given after each period.
If a team, due to injuries, cannot field 10 players for any match, they will be allowed to
seek out players from another team. Teams may use a player that is currently CIPP’d with
another club. The tournament Director has the final say in all discrepancies.
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P.O. Box 8467
Baltimore, MD 21234
www.baltimorerugby.net
Referees
Referees will be provided by PSRFR, but we welcome any club that has a referee who
wishes to travel and participate. Please inform the Tournament Director and include the name
and contact info on the entry from.
Pitch
The field is located at 3198 E. Madison St., Baltimore, Md 21205 at beautiful Bocek
Park, right in the heart of Charm city. You can find directions and pictures on our website
www.baltimorerugby.net. The pitch is located approximately 3 miles from the downtown/inner
harbor area. BWI airport is located 10 miles from the downtown area and 15 miles from the
pitch. The Light Rail operates between the airport and downtown, but it does not travel to the
pitch. Cabs are inexpensive and accessible in most areas of the city.
Parking on the field is absolutely prohibited, NO EXCEPTIONS. Parking is available
throughout the local community; however please obey all parking restrictions and posted signs.
Food, Drink, etc.
The club will selling food and beverages on game day.
Timeline
Entry fee & form due
Brackets sent out
Tournament
April 15, 2015
April 29, 2015
May 2, 2015
Rugby Supplier
SteamRoller Rugby will be at the tournament supplying quality gear.
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P.O. Box 8467
Baltimore, MD 21234
www.baltimorerugby.net
Injuries
There will be medical staff available. There are also several hospitals in the area for any
serious medical conditions or injuries.
Accommodations
We have compiled a listing of hotels in the area. The more expensive hotels are centrally
located near the inner harbor in Baltimore City. The inner harbor is located only a few miles
from the pitch and offers a wide variety of attractions. .
Days Inn Inner Harbor (Downtown)
100 Hopkins Place
Baltimore MD 21201
(410) 576-1000
http://www.daysinnerharbor.com/
Lord Baltimore Radisson (Downtown)
20 W Baltimore St.
Baltimore, MD 21201
(410) 539-8400
Brookshire Suites (Downtown)
120 E Lombard Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
(410) 625-1300
Celie's Waterfront Inn (Fells Point)
1714 Thames Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 522-2323
Best Western Hotel (4 miles from Downtown, but closer to field)
5625 O'Donnell Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 633-9500
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BALTIMORE-CHESAPEAKE BRUMBIES RFC
P.O. Box 8467
Baltimore, MD 21234
www.baltimorerugby.net
Nightlife
There are several small areas of Baltimore that offer an outstanding nightlife. They are:
the Inner Harbor (Power Plant Live is a section separate from the Inner Harbor), Canton, Fell’s
Point, and Federal Hill.
The location of the party Saturday night has yet to be determined.
Entry to the Tournament
The entry form and fee, $300 per club side are both due before the start of the
tournament, on April 15, 2015. After April 15 the cost is $350 per side. Money will NOT be
refunded after April 20 if your team fails to post. If you need further information please contact
the tournament director.
The form and payment can be mailed to:
Baltimore-Chesapeake Rugby Football Club (please make checks payable to: BCRFC)
P.O. Box 8467
Baltimore, MD 21234
Tournament Director
Evan Harkum
(410) 733-1121
[email protected]
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P.O. Box 8467
Baltimore, MD 21234
www.baltimorerugby.net
Entry form
This entry form should be e-mailed to [email protected] by April 1, 2015. This form will
only be used for future contact purposes. Please note that your club will not be entered into
the tournament until full payment is received.
Club: ___________________________________________
Address:
_____________________________________
Website:
_____________________________________
Contact:
_________________________________________
Address:
_________________________________________
E-Mail:
_________________________________________
Telephone:
_________________________________________
Fax:
_________________________________________
Please check which division you would like to participate:
Men senior: _____ Men Social: _______ Men’s College _______
Women senior: ______
Please note if you can bring a certified referee:
Referees:
Name: __________________ Phone: _____________ Email: ______________________
Name: __________________ Phone: _____________ Email: ______________________
Name: __________________ Phone: _____________ Email: ______________________
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