USA Rugby Football Union

The Game - The Greatest Game On Earth
Rugby Football is a sport of speed, strength, stamina and wits. Rugby combines precise passing, strong tackling and most important of all teamwork. When you sponsor the Magpies you become a member of the Magpies. We depend on you and you depend on us to promote your company in a successful and distinctive platform.

The Team - A Diverse Collection of Success
The Tucson Magpies are made up of a diverse and talented group of athletes. The team is comprised of doctors, educational professionals, law officers, engineers, students and several other occupational areas. The 'Pies were founded in 1980 and success has followed them ever since. The Magpies took titles in the Warren Lee Sevens in 1983 and 1984 and the Kachina Sevens in 1984. Playing in the Arizona Rugby Union, the Magpies have won the league championship in 1989 and tied in 1988, sharing it with the Tempe Old Devils. The Magpies Also won the Western Division Michelob Rugby Classic title in 1993. As hard hitting and aggressive as the Magpies are we also are gentlemen. The 'Pies were recognized for this 3 times by winning the Craig Sweeny Memorial Trophy, awarded to the club that demonstrates outstanding sportsmanship, team spirit and pride in the game of Rugby.

Non-Profit Organization - Tucson Athletic Foundation
Tucson Rugby is a registered non-profit organization registered under the name Tucson Athletic Foundation. All donations to Tucson Rugby are tax deductible. If you would like to make a donation to the Tucson Athletic Foundation or Tucson Rugby the Federal Tax ID number  is: 20-2922087

The Media - Rugby, An Emerging Trend
The Media and Rugby Football have always courted each other but a relationship was never solidified, until now. Major League Rugby and the 1999 Rugby World Cup have ignited a spark that is sure to catch. The Magpies have been featured on local television stations Tucson 12-City Channel, KVOA-4 NBC, KGUN-9 ABC and KOLD-13 CBS. The 'Pies have also been covered by The Arizona Daily Star, The Tucson Citizen, The Tucson Weekly and The Desert Airman (DMAFB). The Magpies have also recently  been featured on the Tucson Channel 12 in their "Blood & Sweat" segment.

The Tucson Rugby Golf Tournament - Fun on the Linx
Each year the Tucson Magpies host an annual golf tournament. This tournament is a great opportunity to advertise for your business as well as participate in a fun outing. Each year the tournament has proven to be a great experience whether you are an experienced golfer or have never picked up a set of clubs before. Each year the tournament takes place around the end of the summer and will continue to be a Magpies tradition.

Past Tournament Sponsors:

  • Accenture
  • Kirsh Manufacturing Inc.
  • Tredici Spa and Salon
  • www.DirtyRagz.com
  • National City Mortgage
  • Rancho Sierra Vista de Sasabe
  • Arizona Awnings and Canvas
  • Tavolino Ristorante
  • Outlet Electric Supply
  • David A Pedersen MD PC
  • Papagayo Restaurant and Cantina
  • Pella Windows and Doors
  • Golf Sign Guys
  • Kendall Environmental Surveys
  • GW Pedersen & Sons
  • Resnick & Sottosanti, P.C.
  • Presidio Engineering, Inc
  • Gary Bohay MD
  • Colmur Development LLC.
  • Nimbus Brewery

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    Past and Current Magpie Rugby Sponsors and Contributors

    Nimbus Brewing Company
    No Anchovies

    Mr. Beer Microbrewey

    Magma Copper-now BHP
    Harp Lager-Guinness Brewing
    Desert Diamond Casino
    Collins/Pina Engineering
    Tequila Sauza
    Anthony's Cigar Emporium
    Tucson Greyhound Park
    Law Offices of David M. Waterman, PLLC
    Hinkley & Schmidt Water
    Mutt's on 4th Ave.
    Evergreen Air Center, Inc.
    Fabe Litho
    Guido's Bar and Grill
    Modular Mining, Inc.

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