PANTHER RUGBY ACADEMY CAMP Powered by Rugby ATL
December 5 & 6
Hendersonville Rugby Fields
1788 Avant Lane
Hendersonville, TN

This camp is worth making the trip. Every Player and Coach will have the opportunity to work with the PRA Coaches and Special Guests.

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SPECIAL GUESTS
Brendan Keane - USA Rugby High Performance Program & USA U18 Coach
Rugby ATL
Lucas Baistrocchi - PRA's Strength & Conditioning Coach
 

Panther Rugby Academy Camp Schedule
 
Saturday, Dec 5
Player and Coach COVID Screening:  9:00 am 
Morning Session:  9:30 - 12:00 pm
Lunch: 12:00 - 1:30 pm (lunch is not provided)
Afternoon Session:  1:30 - 4:00 pm
Sunday, Dec 6
Player and Coach COVID Screening:  9:00 am
Sunday Session: 9:30 am - 12:00
 Sharing isn't Caring
All players are required to bring their own water bottle.  Sharing and team water bottles is not permitted.
Watch the Weather
Prepare for cold and rainy weather.
 Bring layers!  

COVID PRECAUTIONS
All players will be screened before entering the Rugby Camp area.
All coaches are required to wear a face mask.
All spectators are required to wear a face mask.
Multiple hand sanitize stations.
Spectators are required to practice social distance and asked to stay clear of the players.
Panther Rugby Academy will follow the Sumner County COVID guidelines & the CDC 
Panther Rugby Academy Membership Benefits
 
  • Direct access to USA Rugby HPP and programs related to NDP status.  
  • Valuable connections to colleges and education, clubs & careers, Major League Rugby and other elite programs.
  •  Beneficial connections to specific elite programs (additional costs for participation with these programs is not included in the membership fee):      Panther 7s, USA Rugby South u19, USA Rugby South u23 and men’s program.
  • International tours, tournaments and events.
  •  Members-only camps with partners like Rugby ATL.
  • An assigned Coach Staff to mentor members with scheduled consultations regarding goals, objectives and development; includes periodic evaluations and coaching platforms.
  • Exclusive Panther Workout Programs, customized through Team-Builder Includes Strength & Conditioning and Cardio.
  •  Panther Challenge Programs – Timed runs, skills and fitness tests in which you compete against others across the region.  Some drills require formation of 3-person team and someone to video.  Each team can dedicate their run and “Challenge” another team/group.  
  • Merchandise/Panther-ware:  PRA T-shirt  and PRA Jersey with unique identification number. Jerseys are reversible and will be worn at camps, challenge videos and for scrimmages/games.
  • Discounts on other merchandise and vendor programs
Player Membership Cost is $155 for one year

​PANTHER RUGBY ACADEMY WELCOMES
​LUCAS BAISTROCCHI TO COACHING STAFF


​Brentwood, TN— November 9, 2020 --
Panther Rugby Academy is pleased to announce Lucas Baistrocchi as the academy’s Strength and Conditioning Coach. Baistrocchi will lead PRA’s fitness initiatives and manage ongoing training programs.

Baistrocchi boasts a near lifetime of rugby experience. Born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, he competed at the high school level before joining the University of Florida Rugby Club. He has represented the USA Collegiate All-Americans and the USA Rugby South All-Stars and has participated in tours in New Zealand, Australia and Japan.  “I never imagined where rugby would take me when I first started playing,” says Baistrocchi. “I was able to learn a lot from coaches and players at the top of the game during my travels across the world as part of my endless quest to find what makes the ideal rugby player.”  

Currently part of the coaching staff of USA Rugby’s DIA defending national champions, Life University Men's Rugby, he is also pursuing a Masters in Exercise Science. “My goal is to help athletes prepare for competition and life by sharpening the skills necessary to perform at the best of their ability,” Baistrocchi added.   

Baistrocchi is set to launch PRA’s inaugural fitness initiative in November. PRA President Mark Williams believes the addition of Baistrocchi to the PRA team reinforces the organization’s commitment to providing exceptional programs and training for its members. “Lucas’s experience and education are a huge asset to our program,” said Williams, “and we are excited that our members will be able to learn and grow under his guidance.” 

For more information on Panther Rugby Academy, email info@pantherrugbyacademy.com. 
As a non-profit organization,
Panther Rugby Academy relies on the help of volunteers for many organizational & administrative tasks.
We'd love to utilize the talents of our many skilled members
as we transition to an NDP.
Check out our current needs below.
Join us for an Organizational Volunteer Zoom Meeting on Wednesday, 10/21/20 at 7PM CST.
For more details, please email us at info@pantherrugbyacademy.com​

​OTHER ONGOING NEEDS INCLUDE:
Administration Professionals with experience in:
Google Suite Management
Data Base Management
Communications
On-line/Virtual education Experts
Support with Google Suites
Educational Curriculum
Video Conferencing Meetings
Facebook live competitions
Panther Partnership Programs
College Connections
Major League Rugby
Career Pathways
Sponsorships & Fundraisers
Panther Rugby Foundation Committee
Philanthropy & Fundraising
Panther You-Tube Management
Manage public and private communications
Marketing Committee
New Website
PER NDP REQUIREMENTS, ALL COACHES & VOLUNTEERS MUST REGISTER!
We're excited to work with you!
Let us know you'd like to be involved at
info@pantherrugbyacademy.com
How is PRA different from USA Rugby South?
Panther Rugby Academy emerged from USA Rugby South, after identifying the need for a formal, player-focused development and educational organization. PRA partners with other elite programs and serves as a training ground for athletes who may go on to play for those programs. Membership in PRA is separate from participation with USA Rugby South and offers exclusive training, development and education for our members.
PLAYER MEMBERSHIP - $155 (expires 9/1/2021)
Benefits include: 
Direct access to USA Rugby HPP and programs related to NDP status
Valuable connections to colleges and education, clubs & careers, Major League Rugby and other elite programs
Beneficial connections to specific elite programs (additional costs for participation with these programs is not included in the fee): Panther 7s, USA Rugby South u19, USA Rugby South u23 and Men’s Program, and other tour and events
Members-only camps with partners like Rugby ATL, and a discount at any camps which incur an additional cost
An assigned Coach Staff to mentor members with scheduled consultations regarding goals, objectives and development; includes periodic evaluations and coaching platforms. 
Exclusive Panther Workout Programs, customized through TeamBuildr
Panther Challenge Programs – fitness evaluations with timed runs and fitness tests
Merchandise/Panther-wear - PRA T-shirt & reversible jersey
Discounts on other merchandise and vendor programs

PANTHER RUGBY ACADEMY NOW AN NDP VERIFIED
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION

We're excited to announce that Panther Rugby Academy (PRA), emerging from the USA Rugby South Youth/u19 programs, has been verified as a National Development Program (NDP) by The USA Rugby High Performance Pathways Program.

In celebration of becoming an NDP our first big event is the PRA RUGBY CAMP POWERED BY RUGBY ATL on October 17 & 18 in Hendersonville, TN.  This camp is for PRA members only, so join today and be part of this great event powered by Rugby ATL! This will also be the grand opening of Hendersonville's Rugby Fields and we are excited to be part of this occasion.
SAVE THE DATE!
PRA RUGBY CAMP POWERED BY RUGBY ATL
OCTOBER 17-18, 2020
HENDERSNVILLE PARKS RUGBY FIELDS
CAMP FOR PRA MEMBERS ONLY - JOIN TODAY!
COACHES ($125)  - JOIN HERE
PLAYERS ($155) - JOIN HERE
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If you'd like to be a volunteer, let us know!
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