Turks & Caicos Islands
Turks and Caicos’ Franco Mompremier – ‘The world is my oyster’
“Rugby changed my life,” says Franco Mompremier. From playing in primary school to currently using his talents at Melton Mowbray Rugby Football Club in England, 25-year-old Mompremier is now one of the most established players within the Turks and Caicos Islands Rugby...
11 Nations Set to Compete in 2021 RAN Sevens in Turks and Caicos
August 26, 2021 – Today, Rugby Americas North (RAN) confirmed the 11 men’s teams set to compete in its 2021 RAN Sevens in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos from October 16-17. Held at the picturesque Meridian Fields, the two-day tournament marks the highly anticipated...
Turks and Caicos to host 2021 Rugby Americas North Sevens in October
June 22, 2021 – Rugby Americas North (RAN) is delighted to announce that international rugby will return to its region this October. Meridian Rugby Fields, Home of the Turks and Caicos Islands Rugby Football Union, in Providenciales, is set to host the 2021 RAN Sevens...
Turks & Caicos Islands Hires Rugby Development Officer Alyx Williams
The TCIRFU is excited to announce that they have recently brought onboard a new Rugby Development Officer and Fitness Coach. Mr. Alyx Williams has recently returned home to the TCI after having spent the last 10 years living and working in Florida, USA. He has, during...
World Rugby launches ground-breaking preventive exercise programme designed to reduce injuries
World Rugby committed to evidence-based injury-prevention and making rugby as safe and simple to play as possible Activate is a simple-to-implement exercise programme that reduces the risk of injuries in the game and contributes to player performance If implemented...
The Turks and Caicos Islands Rugby Union seeing tremendous growth
To understand the tremendous growth of the sport of rugby in The Turks and Caicos Islands, understanding the history of the sport is essential. As anybody who knows these islands will testify, grass is a rare luxury meaning non-contact or touch rugby was the preferred...
Diversity Not Just a Talking Point for USA Rugby’s Training and Education Department
USA Rugby and Rugby Americas North welcome participants for the World Rugby Educators Course in Denver, Colorado today. The course will bring together coaches, referees, and strength and conditioning professionals in one training—a first of its kind for USA Rugby. The...
Turks & Caicos Islands Rugby Makes History, Wins First Ever Officially Recognised International Rugby Fixture
Match report provided by Turks & Caicos Islands Rugby Football Union On Saturday, April 30th, 2016 the Turks & Caicos Islands (TCI) Rugby Football Union Men’s rugby team made history by defeating Curacao 41-10. The TCI side travelled to the Dominican...
Rugby Americas North Hires Media Officer to Drive Digital, Social, and Event Communications
Rugby Americas North (RAN) announced today the hiring of Laura Gill as Media Officer for the organization. The hire comes as the regional governing body looks to improve digital platforms, expand social media presence and increase communications around events and...