Mystics 7s Headed to National Sweet 16

The Mystic 7s squad travels to San Francisco tomorrow to compete in the USA Rugby 7s National Sweet 16 tournament. The Mystics are seeded #14 in their first ever participation in the national 7s competition and will be looking to make some noise this weekend.

Al Baker Memorial Service This Saturday

A service for friends and family of Al Baker will be held on Saturday, Aug. 14, 2010, at Charlemont Federated Church at 175 Main Street in Charlemont, MA at 2 p.m. Reception to follow.

Memorial donations may be made in his name to: University of Massachusetts Rugby Program, RSO Box 100 Student Union, Amherst, MA 01003.

Read the full obituary here.

Mystics Win Middlesex 7s

AMESBURY, MA – In their final warmup before the USA Rugby 7s national championships, the Mystics were able to cruise to victory at the Middlesex 7s, beating the hosts in the final 38-5 where they allowed their only try scored against them in five games on the day.

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R. I. P. Al Baker 7/23/1947 – 8/4/2010

With a heavy heart MRRC mourns the passing of Al Baker who lost his courageous battle with cancer this morning. Al was a founding member of this club and served as player, coach and administrator. A true believer in “Mysticism”, Al touched us all through his passion for the club and the game. We will miss you Al…