Each summer, Michigan Rugby sends one or two select players to New Zealand to train with our partner club, Poneke FC. Jack Regan, Zach Small, and Max Nelson are there now, and Jack is writing about his experiences abroad each week. This post concerns June 30- July 6. The week started off grey and dreary, …
Poneke 2024, Weeks 7 and 8: Hikes and Highlights
Each summer, Michigan Rugby sends one or two select players to New Zealand to train with our partner club, Poneke FC. Jack Regan, Zach Small, and Max Nelson are there now, and Jack is writing about his experiences abroad each week. This post concerns June 16- June 29. Kia ora! Back again with the tour …
Michigan Recognized With Big Ten All-Conference, Coach of the Year Selections
For their part in a hard-fought 15s and historic 7s season, six University of Michigan Men’s Rugby players were recognized by the Big Ten conference alongside head coach Christian Mentzer, who was awarded Coach of the Year. The six players comprise a mix of now-graduated alumni and players set to return for the Fall 2024 …
Poneke 2024, Week 6: Triumphs and Travels
Each summer, Michigan Rugby sends one or two select players to New Zealand to train with our partner club, Poneke FC. Jack Regan, Zach Small, and Max Nelson are there now, and Jack is writing about his experiences abroad each week. This post concerns June 9- June 15. This week was jam packed with lots …
Poneke 2024, Week 5: Feasts, Games, and Traditions
Each summer, Michigan Rugby sends one or two select players to New Zealand to train with our partner club, Poneke FC. Jack Regan, Zach Small, and Max Nelson are there now, and Jack is writing about his experiences abroad each week. This post concerns June 2- June 8. The beginning of the week was normal …
SISU™ Mouthguard June Player of the Month: Michael Ackerman
Michael Ackerman is our June Player of the Month. Since joining the team, Ackerman has become a cornerstone of our success in both our 15 and 7 seasons, trucking over the competition. Congratulations, Michael! Position: Lock Height: 6’3” Weight: 260 lbs Year: Senior Major: Data Science and History Hometown: Houghton, MI Why did you decide to play rugby?I had grown up …
Poneke 2024, Week 4: Bye Week Adventures
Each summer, Michigan Rugby sends one or two select players to New Zealand to train with our partner club, Poneke FC. Jack Regan and Zach Small are there now, and Jack is writing about his experiences abroad each week. This post concerns May 26- June 1. We had a bye this week, so lots of …
Poneke 2024, Week 3: Exploring and Max’s Debut
Each summer, Michigan Rugby sends one or two select players to New Zealand to train with our partner club, Poneke FC. Jack Regan, Zach Small, and Max Nelson are there now, and Jack is writing about his experiences abroad each week. This post concerns May 19- 25. The week started with the arrival of Max, …
Poneke 2024, Weeks 1 and 2: Settling In
Each summer, Michigan Rugby sends one or two select players to New Zealand to train with our partner club, Poneke FC. Jack Regan and Zach Small are there now, and Jack is writing about his experiences abroad each week. This post concerns May 6-18. Kia ora! My summer adventures in New Zealand began with lots …
SISU™ Mouthguard April Player of the Month: Matthew Daines
Matthew Daines is our April Player of the Month. Since joining the team, Daines has become a cornerstone of first side success in 7s and 15s, trucking over the competition. Congratulations, Matthew! Position: Prop Height: 6’2” Weight: 240 lbs Year: Junior Major: Architecture Hometown: Oakland, MI Why did you decide to play rugby?Needed an outlet and to make friends. What have …