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Six Gamecocks Receive All-SCRC Accolades
Columbia, SC – Men’s Rugby at the University of South Carolina wishes to congratulate the following players for being recognized by the Southeastern Collegiate Rugby Conference as All-SCRC players in 2012:
1st Tier: Senior Prop (3) Ian Toomey Junior Scrum Half (9) Tim Holkenborg 2nd Tier: Senior Prop (1) Owen Shearer Junior Lock (4) Sam Zakrzewski Sophomore Flanker (6) David Mysona Sophomore Wing (14) Matthew Berenato Matthew Berenato also received an individual recognition as the SCRC Eastern Division Player of the Week during the first week of competition for his impressive three tries and solid backline defense in USC’s 104-3 routing of the University of Kentucky. For a full report of the 2012 Southeastern Rugby awards, please visit the following link. Carolina Rugby Celebrates Team Jameson
Columbia, SC - Losing a parent is a tragedy no one wants to face, but fourth-year exercise science and Carolina Rugby player Patrick Lawler found that, sometimes, it can breed hope, rejuvenation, and a drive to help others. Two years ago, Patrick lost his mother to cancer, and for the last three, he has participated in Relay For Life, a 12-hour, overnight relay to raise money for the fight against cancer. He teamed up with his friend, Maddie Miller, to form Team Jameson in his mother’s honor.
“My mom always thought it was important to celebrate life. So at her funeral, she wanted everyone to enjoy Miller Lite and Jameson Irish Whiskey. We named the team Jameson to remind ourselves how important it is to celebrate life and the lives of those no longer with us,” Patrick says. Beginning in 2010, Carolina Rugby began supporting Team Jameson and the American Cancer Society, assisting Patrick in raising roughly $8,000 towards a cure. Last year, the team increased their effort and raised $10,000, more than double the amount raised by the team that placed second. Patrick and the team organized USC’s first Bachelor Auction, which continues to this day. For the event, they designed wristbands with the notorious ‘Cocks against Cancer’ slogan and auctioned a football that Coach Spurrier signed, with all proceeds benefitting Team Jameson. Despite his success, he planned to achieve even more this year, by setting the most aggressive fundraising goal to date of $15,000. With the conclusion of the 2012 relay, we are proud to announce that Team Jameson exceeded that goal and raised a total of $16,539, bringing their three year total to nearly $35,000 for the American Cancer Society. "I want to say thanks to all who have supported Team Jameson the last three years. I feel so fortunate to have such wonderful family and friends supporting me, and I am blessed to have you all in my life. I know that my mother is proud and all those whom we honor with our efforts and accomplishments," says Lawler. Team Jameson was founded on one truth: that love and support is in abundance, and by working together to mobilize our efforts we can give and demonstrate all the love and support we have for those who need it today. The most wonderful way to honor the memory of someone special is to exhibit all they have taught us, the experiences, and the love they brought into our own lives. "Again, we would like to thank those who have shown their support in the past, and we hope you will continue to support Carolina Rugby & Team Jameson as we work to find a cure for cancer and continue to celebrate the wonderful gift of life." ***This article contains segments written by the Garnet and Black Student Magazine of USC***
Carolina Rugby Announces Spring Player Awards
Columbia, SC - The University of South Carolina Men's Rugby Team is pleased to announce the recipients of the spring 2012 player awards. The recipients have distinguished themselves both on and off the field as dedicated team members who represent the very best of Carolina Rugby.
Carolina Rugby - Most Valuable Player Josh Walsh Premier Side - Most Valuable Player David Mysona Reserve Side - Most Valuable Player Daniel Deal Palmetto Side - Most Valuable Player Vincient Borelli Most Valuable Forward Sam Zakrzewski Most Valuable Back Tim Holkenborg Rookie of the Season Michael Rudzinski Most Improved Alex Fleming Following the awards ceremony, Head Coach Mark Morris took a few moments to reflect. "I stand here tonight with a great deal of pride in the student-athletes I have the privilege to coach and mentor here at the University of South Carolina. These awards are the culmination of months of hard work and dedication by our more than 60 student athletes, and I am honored to recognize a select few who have truly made an impact on our program. I wish all of our graduates and visiting players a successful future, and I look forward to seeing them again this fall at our 40th Anniversary celebration as fellow Olde Boys. The future is bright for Carolina Rugby, and I look forward to the coming season." |
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