About the Halfmoons

The New Orleans Women’s Rugby Club has fielded a team since 1978, and began hosting its celebrated Mardi Gras Tournament in 1980. The team has enjoyed its share of success over the years:

Be a Halfmoon!

We are always looking for new players to join our team. Rugby is a sport played year round, so anytime is an ideal time to get started and no experience is necessary! Practice is every Tuesday and Thursday at 6:30pm at the City Park track, near Tad Gormley Stadium (see map).

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Maps

Rugby Links

  • Numerous Halfmoons players have played with the national team
  • The team took third place in the 1994 national tournament
  • The Halfmoons have competed at tournaments in Australia, England, New Zealand, and Fiji

We are a Division II team in the Deep South Matrix and are always seeking new players and supporters. If you are interested in playing with the Halfmoons, please contact Ellen Bull (president@halfmoonsrugby.org). If your club is interested in scheduling a match with the Halfmoons, please contact Liz Carrier (matchsecretary@halfmoonsrugby.org).

2012 Mardi Gras Tournament

February 18, 2012

Save the date for the 32nd annual Throw Me Something Rugger Tournament on February 18, 2012! The tournament will feature college and club brackets, with a minimum of three games for each team.

The entry fee is:

  • $300.00 if received by December 30, 2011
  • $350.00 if received by January 25, 2012
  • $400.00 if received by February 11, 2012

Please email Christine Logigian (tournament@halfmoonsrugby.org) for the mailing address or check back soon for more info.

2011 Mardi Gras Tournament

Congratulations to Virginia Tech, Champions for the collegiate bracket, and to Memphis, Champions for the Women's club bracket, at the 2011 Mardi Gras Tournament.

Fall Schedule

  • September 17: HOME v. Hattiesburg
  • October 8-9: DII Regionals
  • October 22: AWAY @ Memphis Round Robin
  • October 29: HOME v. Houston
  • November 5: AWAY @ Baton Rouge

Support Halfmoons Rugby

While the cost of equipment for players is minimal in the sport of rugby, the costs associated with tournaments and maintaining membership with USA Rugby can be rather expensive. In addition to collecting membership dues from players, the Halfmoons typically participate in numerous fundraisers throughout the year. Despite these efforts, our players must often come out of pocket for travel expenses and hotel accommodations.

Any support we receive is greatly appreciated and definitely put to good use. Please feel free to donate directly to our club or contact the president (president@halfmoonsrugby.org) for more information on sponsorships.

A Very Special Thanks to Hahn Enterprises, Inc. of New Orleans for sponsoring a brand new set of game jerseys for our team! Your next beer is on us!