The Kansas City Blues compete in the USA Rugby Division 1, the highest amateur level. They also field a Division 2 team that offers new and inexperienced players the opportunity to learn the game and advance to Division 1. During the summer, the Blues also feature one of the country’s most successful 7s programs. The Blues have been prominent regionally and nationally since their 1966 inception. They have a long history of success, with many tournament and league championships, including several National Championship and Final Four appearances. The club has produced many USA National Team players in both 15s and 7s, along with hosting dozens of National Team players from other countries.
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Kansas City Blues |
Full name | Kansas City Blues Rugby Football Club |
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Union | USA Rugby |
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Nickname(s) | Blues |
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Founded | 1966 |
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Ground(s) | Sporting KC Training Facility |
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President | Chris George |
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Coach(es) | James Patterson |
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League(s) | USA Rugby Divisions 1 and 2 |
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Today, the Blues consists of men of varying skills and athletic accomplishments. The Blues currently practice and play their home matches at the Children’s Mercy Training Facility at Swope Soccer Village. The Division 1 team competes in the Midwest Rugby Premiership against teams from Chicago, Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Cincinnati, Columbus, and Iowa.