We’ve got the full size turf field. This should allow plenty of space to get a good couple games going. Thanks to everyone for showing up and being flexible.

It’ll be a little chilly at 52F tonight.

This is the first time we’ve used this field, so it remains to be seen how good a fit it is. It’s reserved, so at least we won’t have any competition, and it’s turf so it should be in good shape.

It’s fundraising time!  DC touch rugby is the hottest game in town and we need to collect $35 from as many people as possible to keep things going through the winter.  

In years past we used to simply take a hiatus for the winter.  But for the last two years we’ve adopted Bundy field as our winter home.  If you’ve been out over the winter, you know Bundy field is less than ideal, crowded with other pickup groups, and league soccer kicking us off at 7:30.

With the overwhelming (and welcome!) growth in attendance this summer and last winter, we’re trying something new this year.  We’re going to reserve fields where we can have plenty of time and space to play.  

However there is fierce competition for the limited number of lighted fields around the city, and these all come at a cost.  Which is where the money comes in.  Believe it or not, $35 is a carefully calculated amount. As long as we hit the target number of donations, it should carry us all the way through March.

Since this is the first year we’re doing this, I’m asking for a little grace.  We can’t guarantee the same field every time, the best fields, or that we’ll get a field every Monday and Wednesday.  But your donations will help us optimize what is possible, and provide proof of concept to build on next year.

Because we strive to be inclusive and open to all, these are not mandatory dues.  Newcomers, visitors, once-a-monthers, or every session regulars are all welcome, with or without payment.  But if you plan to come out more than a few times over the winter, please consider making a donation in any amount.  The target is $35, but we’ll take whatever you can give.  All the money goes directly to field reservations.  No overhead, no middleman, no processing costs.

DC touch is committed to being a place for anyone at any skill level to have fun, stay fit and expand the love of touch rugby.  This group has been around for more than 10 years and continues to grow.  As a social pickup league it’s the participants that make this a success.  I’m grateful for everyone bringing their individual skills, abilities, and personalities to the field every week.  Let’s keep it going!

See you on the field

Venmo: @Josh-Kube

We’re under the lights tonight. Bring extra layers cause it’s gonna be cold!!

Great day for some touch. Come out and get your run on before watching world cup rugby in the afternoon.

Possibly the last run of the year under natural light. Let’s make it a good one. Come early and ready to run

Another short session. Try to arrive early. Cooler temps, but plenty of fun to be had

Rain will be over. Weather should be a little on the cooler side. A good day to come out and have some fun.

Limited light this afternoon. Try to be on time (or early) so we can squeeze in as much play time as possible.

This is probably the last week under the natural light so soak it all in. We’ll have about an hour to play, so try to be on time and ready to run.

Temps have taken a dip. Wear some layers to stay warm