standing L to R Tyler Dixon,Steve Yeager,Cary Kennedy,Kevin Swedo,Dave Lazzo,Jason Figley,Darden Couch,Jerry Gilfoyle,Tom Sarisky,John Carr,Mike Herron,Colin Crawfford,Jamie Wiles,Doc Thomas,Eric Reynolds--kneeling Joey Gibson,Skip Yeager,Al Lucas,Mike Puopolo,Jim Rosato,Carl Ostermann,David Dean,Larry Sweger,Brian Fischer,Mike Bressi,Brandon Brucker,Sal MOntema,Greg Howard,Ed Kerner--sitting Terry Whelan,Chris Petrakes,Tim Faulkner-photo by Bethany Puopolo
Mike Bressi photo courtesy Dan Santoro
NOVA Cardinal Ruggers Ed Kerner,Sal Montema,David Lazzo,Jaime Wiles,Brandon Brucker,Jason Figley,David Dean
Our Savannah Ruggerfest 2009 was a massive success grabbing the 35 and 45 Championship honors. Feel good players! Many thanks to the families and wives that supported our weekend.
Jamie Wiles and Family
Special thanks to Jason Figley for recruiting a classy group of NOVA Cardinals and to Steve Yeager for bringing on an equally good looking, talented and competitive OL'White group. Many thanks to Mike Puopolo for all his planning and roster management and imperial performance at fly with the 45s. Thank you Skip Yeager for playing big on both sides.
The 45s stomped through their bracket with aplomb,not allowing any points by their opponents and racking up some impressive points. The silky counter attack moves by Petrakes and Dean set up much of our play. The 35s always make it exciting ,never boring. The Hilton Head 35 finalists were large,contentious, and played great defense. So we waited and won The Championship in overtime with a penalty slot by Tyler Dixon.
By the way,we would be remiss to mention that our sides this weekend were staffed by three players that have represented our country on the international stage,Petrakes,Whelan,and Dean. We will always remember and honor their achievement.
Tom Sarisky up for the ball,other players in the picture Carl Ostermann,Terry Whelan,Kevin Swedo,Steve Yeager,Mike Herron,Skip Yeager
Post match awards as follows:
The Rock--To Steve Yeager for playing the demanding positions of hooker with the 35s and flanker with the 45s and flyhalf with the Blind Pigs
The Motivator--To Terry Whelan for reminding us how important every player is to our team.
Hardest worker--To Tom Sarisky for playing his ass off on the pitch. He was everywhere
Biggest hits--EX football players Kevin Swedo and Brandon Brucker
Best Support--To Jason Figley for having the greatest range over a rugby pitch in living memory.
Most intelligent player to score a try--Jerry Gilfoyle
Please send your recollections and pictures to Cary and I will gladly include your comments at this page. Rugby Forever.
Cary Kennedy,Kevin Swedo,Mike Puopolo
Hey Cary, I enjoyed playing with guys, thanks for taking charge and setting it up. Take care
Doc/Tom O'Neill
USPO
540-628-3183
Thanks for the invite to play with the Cardinals. I truly enjoyed
playing with people that I used to play with some 20 years ago and
meeting a bunch of great guys. I wanted to thank you and all responsible
for putting together the team. Whenever you need a tight 5 player, don't
hesitate to email me. David Lazzo
From David Dean
As Doc said thank you so much for the chance to again hang with a great group of guys, have a lot of fun and play some good quality rugby. I really enjoyed getting to know some of the 45's better. That's a special bunch of guys that you have brought together. I hope to see you soon.
David Dean Answer to David--
Always an honor to have you onboard. My 45/50 mates are indeed very special,too as you pointed out. I am very lucky to just be onboard. We have a wealth of leadership on the 45s and some very dedicated and enthusiastic players that have made them successful. The 45/50 Boys are ready to pack their bags anytime,anywhere. cheers,Cary
From Mike Puopolo
The sentiment shared by Mike Herron, Terry Whelan and
myself was that it is
weekends like this one that keep us from retiring from
playing. Hopefully, we
can add your name to that list, but either way it was
great to play with
you again. What a great time.
The 35's really came together. They do need
to anticipate a strong
"combined side" opponent in the finals even if
they do outscore their opposition
88-0 on the first day. It says a lot that Hilton Head
cheered the tie at the end
of regulation on Sunday. Glad we played it out. Bummer for
Hilton Head.
Cary,
Thanks for the opportunity to play with the team. I met and re-met alot of guys that I played with and against in the past and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. It was a great weekend and I look forward to playing with you all again in the not so distant future. I'm going to try and play Mens Division I over the next year, but now that I'm eligible for Old Boys don't hesitate to include my in any invites. If I'm available I'd love to play. Thanks again for your efforts in putting everything together on and off the field.,
Ed Kerner
Kathleen Kennedy at Darlington Raceway on our way back to Virginia on monday. Darlington Raceway to Stock Car racing fans is like Landsdown Road,Cardiff Arms,Murrayfield is to a rugby player. Racing Hall of Fame at raceway. Worth the stop. Stock Car racing is a blood sport. Those old driver portraits in the Hall of Fame have the same look of glee that rugby players have on their faces after a good match.
Everything below the redline was published PRIOR to the tourney
Posted wed,Mar 11th
First match Sat Mar 14th @ 0800,field #8,All Hands,both teams fully kitted and warmed up by 0730. call Cary 757 532 1356
We are packing our bags for Savannah,Saint Patricks Ruggerfest, March 14/15,2009. Start making plans with family,job,money,fitness that will allow you to participate.
Savannah Ruggerfest MAPQUEST directions to Daffin Park.1401 E Victory Dr
Savannah, GA 31404-4107, US
Practice at Daffin park,friday,March 13th,5pm. Meet at big pitch where final is played.
MAP of Daffin Park in close
Daffin Park high altitude
We expect to be competing in the 35 and 45 age brackets. We need ,at least,40 committed players ready to tackle,run,and crack heads. Lots of playtime is available. Make the committment.!
Please visit this fixture site for the latest progress on our roster,hotel and travel details,KO time etc. etc.
Roster of "interested,possible,maybe,I'm IN!,cannot wait,honored"
Your must confirm your status for Savannah by taking action on hotel plans and sharing your plans with Cary,every player must tender $30 to cover their share of the tourney cost. Tourney fee and kit may be purchased online at the CARDINAL STORE. or send $30 personal check,payable "Cardinal Rugby" to Cardinals Rugby,PO Box 5744,Charlottesville, VA 22905
The REDBALL by your name indicates that you have taken action on the above items. The REDBALL by your name assures your slot on the roster. No REDBALL by your name means your slot is not confirmed and your playtime could be affected.
Kathleen and Cary are staying at Sleep INN,102 San Drive, Pooler,Ga.31322,EXIT 102 on I95,close to airport,10minutes to Savannah,room rate $80/night,internet,flat screen TV,fitness room,expanded continental breakfast. Call the Sleep Inn 912 748 8545 for room quote. You might get a better quote on at HOTELS.COM. Plenty of hotel options in historic Savannah but expect to pay more.
I am instantly jealous;we should all have a rugby secretary, we have earned it and deserve it!
--- On Thu, 2/26/09, Jerry Gilfoyle wrote:
Date: Thursday, February 26, 2009, 10:39 AM
you make that sound like it's a bad thing.
Sarisky, Thomas J. wrote:
Yes I am his sec. Have been since 1975 and have
continued to be because
he has never left college.
-----Original Message-----
From: Cary Kennedy [mailto:cary@richmondrugby.net]
Sent: Wednesday, February 25, 2009 6:29 PM
To: Sarisky, Thomas J.; Jerry Gilfoyle
Subject: Re: FW: no red dot next to your name for
savannah??
Hello Tom and Jerry,
Tom--are you Gilfoyle's rugby secretary?
Its a red ball ,for pete's sake, not a red
dot! Dr. Gilfoyle is
confirmed paid up and the redball has been bestowed by
his name.
Respectfully,Cary
--- On Wed, 2/25/09, Jerry Gilfoyle
wrote:
From: Jerry Gilfoyle
Subject: Re: FW: no red dot next to your name for
savannah??
To: "Sarisky, Thomas J."
Cc: "Cary Kennedy"
Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2009, 5:28 PM
who's gonna take care of me?
Sarisky, Thomas J. wrote:
Cary,
Jerry says he paid up and ordered jersey. No
red dot
next to his name
and just checking to be sure our bomb doctor
is
accounted for.
Cheers.
Tom
Hello Kevin Swords,
Delighted to hear from you. We may get invited to Stone Harbor/Avalon N.J. in June. We may,also,get invited back to New Zealand Ambassador's Cup in Wash DC in the fall. Keep your boots safe;we would be absolutely honored to have you join us for some classic rugby in the future. I will copy JK.
Best regards,
Cary Kennedy
Cardinals Rugby
--- On Tue, 2/10/09, Swords, Kevin (GMI NYMUNI) wrote:
From: Swords, Kevin (GMI NYMUNI)
Subject: RE: Master Rugby in Savannah
To: "Cary Kennedy"
Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2009, 12:22 PM
Hi Cary,
I'd love to but I cant make it down there in March.
Maybe sometime up
north.
Kevin
P.S. say hello to JK for me.
From: jamie.wiles@penfedrealty.com
Subject: Re: Savannh St.Patricks March 14/15,2009
To: "Cary Kennedy"
Date: Friday, January 30, 2009, 7:49 AM
Hotel room booked, will take care of fees shortly!
From: "Jason Figley" To: "Cary Kennedy" Hey Cary, A NOVA 7's old boy turns 35 this year, Ed Kerner... he is a real stud back, started for the NOVA 7's squads in thru the mid to late 90's... he would love to do Savannah... he may send you a note... Cheers, Fig
Hello David Dixie Dean,
Delighted that you,Joey,and Doc can join us in Savannah. The master division in Savannah will be split into a 35 and 45 bracket so you,Dixie, may have to make a decision on how you wish to enjoy your playtime. All 35,all 45,or split playtime into both divisions. Joey, are you 44 yet? Get ready for a great rugby weekend!
Your money obligations with the Cardinals is $30 per player for tourney fee costs and you can expect your kit to cost around $100 if you want the jersey,shorts,and socks. If you already have your navy shorts and socks, you could manage with the new adidas jersey, $55,I think.
We expect to have specifics on the pesky money matters and how to pay and where to pay by Jan 20th. We have a hotel recommendation,the Hampton Inn, in the historic area. Rooms are expensive. We will have a hotel recommendation outside of the historic area off I95 soon within 20 minute drive to Savannah for less money.
If there is anything I can do to make the tour work for you,Joey,and Doc, do not hesitate to contact me. I will have more information by Jan 20th.
For Savannah, the longer you wait the harder it is to get
decent rates. Last time I stayed out by the airport and that
was a pain in the butt and I do not want to do that again. I
am booked at the Hamptom Inn 912 721 1600 in the historic district at a
$199 a night rate, which was the second lowest rate I could
find (the Holiday Inn was $180, but they have no parking).
The flights are still fairly cheap to both places from New
York.
Look forward to seeing you.
Brian
Bill Gardner in disquise
Eric Reynolds fights off the defenders,Tim Faulkner in support-see awesome video of Eric's lineout steal
Savannah Ruggerfest MAPQUEST directions to Daffin Park.1401 E Victory Dr
Savannah, GA 31404-4107, US
