Are You Ready For Some Rugby?

August 5, 2024• byMichael Strangeways

‘Tis almost the season for sweaty sporty fun as Seattle Quake, our own gay rugby organization prepares to launch its new fall season. If you’re interested in getting involved, they’re having a RUGBY 101 get together on Saturday, August 10th where you can meet the other players and ask all the questions you need to ask before committing! And, they’ve even answered a few questions down below!

It’s all happening at the very centrally located Bobby Morris Playfield at Cal Anderson Park on Capitol Hill from 3pm to 5pm. It’s gonna be a scorcher so dress appropriately and bring water!

Also a reminder that the annual Jockstraps and Glitter kickball fundraiser match between Quake Rugby and The Sisters Of Perpetual Indulgence, The Abbey of St. Joan is happening on August 24th at 1 pm also at Bobby Morris Playfield…this year’s event supports Lambert House! Come cheer on both great organizations followed by an after party!

Rugby 101 for the fall season is coming up soon! Come meet some of the team and learn the basics of rugby!

FAQ
When:
Saturday, August 10th, 3-5 pm

Where:
Bobby Morris playfield at Cal Anderson
Social to follow, bar TBA

What to bring:
Weather appropriate athletic clothing and footwear, water, sunscreen, and a positive, learning attitude!

Who are the Quake?:
Seattle Quake Rugby is the Pacific Northwest’s first gay and inclusive men’s rugby team. We are committed to bringing one of the world’s most popular games to new players who may not otherwise have considered playing.

Social to follow?:
It’s tradition in rugby to go grab an adult beverage and get to know your teammates after practice and matches!

What if I can’t make 101?:
Not a problem! We accept new players at practice any time!

I’m worried I’m too *insert excuse here* for rugby?
Rugby is a sport for all! On and off the pitch, Quake rugby is an inclusive team and is committed to growing the game and helping to represent traditionally underrepresented communities! On the pitch, there is a position for everyone, no matter what shape or size! Most Quake players have never played rugby before they join, and many have never played a contact sport or even a team sport before! Everyone is welcome!

About the Author: Michael Strangeways

As the Editorial Director/Co-Owner, Michael Strangeways writes, edits and does about a million other jobs for Seattle Gay Scene, Puget Sound's most visited LGBTQ news, arts and entertainment website now celebrating its 14th year as a media outlet. A semi-proud Midwesterner by birth, he's lived in Seattle since 2000. He's also a film producer who would like you to check out the Jinkx Monsoon documentary, "Drag Becomes Him" now available on Amazon.com. In his spare time, he gets slightly obsessive about his love for old movies, challenging theater, "otters", vodka, chocolate, "I,Claudius", Lizzie Borden, real books made out of paper, disaster films, show tunes, Weimar era Germany, flea markets, pop surrealistic art, the sex lives of Hollywood actors both living and dead, kitties, chicken fried steak, haute couture and David Bowie. But, not necessarily in that order.