Draft:Philadelphia Irish Rugby Club

Philadelphia - Irish Rugby Club is a rugby union team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US. They are currently members of the Eastern Pennsylvania Rugby Union, the organizational body for the sport in eastern Pennsylvania, and currently play in USA Rugby Men's Club Division 3 and Women's Club Division 2.

History
Philadelphia - Irish Rugby Club formed in 2011 to grow the sport of rugby in the Philadelphia area. The rugby club started a men rugby team in the Eastern Pennsylvania Rugby Union division IV. The team went on to win division IV and move up to Division III in 2014 where they have been a top contender having made playoffs consistently every year since.

In 2014, a women's team was added to the club to continue the mission of growing the sport of rugby in the eastern part of Pennsylvania. After their initial start in the Eastern Pennsylvania Rugby Union Division 3, the women's team went on to compete in the Eastern Pennsylvania Rugby Union Division 2 competition bracket where they compete today.

In 2018, the club started hosting the Philadelphia 10's tournament. Hosted in summer, this event is a top highlight for those players looking to get out and have a bit of fun in the sun. The tournament hosts several brackets for men's and women's.

Accolades
The men's team has been a perennial powerhouse in Division 3 since 2014 and is focusing on another national championship run and a move up to Division 2.

Recent accolades include


 * 2023 - EPRU Division III - Playoffs
 * 2022 - EPRU Division III - 2nd
 * 2021 - EPRU Division III - 3rd
 * 2019 - USA National Division III - 3rd
 * 2019 - MAC Division III - 1st

Playing for the Philadelphia Irish Rugby Club
The club is an inclusive club and happily encourages athletes of all capabilities and genders.

With a focus on developing talent at all levels, the club works tirelessly to bring players who are experienced or new to the game to their peak potential in a fun and friendly way. The website is the first point of call for getting access to training and match day details as well as signing up to get more information on the club for those interested in joining.

Results and Standings

 * Results and standings for the Women's team can be tracked on Rugby Explorer
 * Results and standings for the Women's team can be tracked on Rugby Explorer