ZRFC Rugby

All Blog Posts (21)

Vern Update - February 24th

To all the Ruggers,

I went to see Vern and Laura on Wednesday at the house. It was great to see him, since the last time I visited him was in the hospital. He looked good and met me at the door with his fancy wheel chair. I got a tour of the house and the new Honda minivan that Laura has nicknamed "Zoomie".

I spent about an hour with them. Laura really emphasized the visit was great for both of them. If you are ever in Dallas you should really try to call them and stop by for a… Continue

Added by Harry "Chris" Blue on February 26, 2010 at 8:50am — No Comments

From Vern's CaringBridge Site: (http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/vernfrancis)

This is Vern with Laura transcribing.

I just finished reading the latest entries on Caringbridge and I cannot tell you how much you all mean to me. Your words of love, caring, and motivation are SO INSPIRING to me. Each day continues to be a battle with numerous challenges. Your love and encouragement literally helps me get through the rough times. Thank you all so very much!!! Keep those guestbook messages coming!

We started out- patient therapy at Charles Sprague Hall Physica… Continue

Added by Dave Gaines on February 19, 2010 at 8:34am — No Comments

Latest Vern Update

From Vern's CaringBridge site (www.caringbridge.org/visit/vernfrancis): There's no place like home! We spoke with Vern and Laura this evening and they asked us to post this update. Vern arrived home yesterday all set to rock 'n roll. He motored around and even managed to get outside to their back yard without hitting walls, knocking over furniture or r… Continue

Added by Blaine Nye on November 27, 2009 at 3:00pm — No Comments

Alumni coming in for weekend of 16,17,18 October

The A side match v. CU from last weekend has been rescheduled for Friday, 16 October at 4 pm. This is a big match and fan support will go a long way for teh boys. The B/C match against C. Springs will kick-off at 1300 on Saturday, 17 October. No matchess scheduled for Sunday, 18 October. Thanks, Andy 'Doc' McQuade ZRFC Continue

Added by Andy McQuade on October 13, 2009 at 2:05pm — No Comments

Matches 9 and 11 Oct 09

Folks Our young side will be at CC 9 Oct 09. Kick-off 1930hrs. CU vs USAFA Sun, 11 Oct 09. A Side Kick-off 1200hrs. B and C will follow THanks Len Packer USAFA Rugby Continue

Added by Len Packer on October 8, 2009 at 9:50pm — No Comments

Air Force vs. Navy has not been nice to Vern lately...

Relayed from Keith and Aleta Gay: On the eve of the Air Force - Navy game, Vern's brother-in-law, Steve Lind, wanted to share Vern's suffering as an Air Force grad over the past few years. Steve, who atttended a vocational sailing school in Annapolis, has had an ongoing bet with dear Uncle Vern regarding the outcome of the annual game. The loser of this bet, has been subjected to various forms of humiliaton including wearing a sandwich board with "Go Air Force/Navy" or said message emblazoned u… Continue

Added by Blaine Nye on October 3, 2009 at 12:42am — No Comments

Donations/Shirts

I was at the game last Sunday for our 10 year reunion and saw some people with nice AF Rugby golf type shirts that mentioned they got them through donations to the team. Does anybody have information on who I need to contact or what other sites I can go to in order to do this? thanks for the help Continue

Added by Aaron "Dirty" Davis on October 2, 2009 at 8:47am — 3 Comments

Zoomies 46 to UNM 18

The Zoomies pulled off their first league win on Sunday! The cadets started off strong and knocked on UNM's try line multiple times. Poor decision making and lost ball in tackles led to only 15 points in the first half. at half USAFA was only up 15-5. At the start of the second half the teams traded tries back and forth and the score rested at USAFA 22-UNM 18. The lobo's missed a penalty kick from 30 meters out and then the zoomies took over. Prop Domingo Astiasaran and Wing Anthony Ruize pl… Continue

Added by Marc Ward on September 29, 2009 at 2:08pm — No Comments

USAFA W at Navy

The women will be playing Navy at 0900 on Saturday, October 3rd. Continue

Added by Jill McQuade on September 27, 2009 at 8:09pm — No Comments

Air Force 29 vs Utah 38

Sorry for the delayed posting regarding last weekends game at Utah! I was unable to attend due to training down in Kirtland... The Zoomies played hard and valiantly. The Pack was very mobile and their ability to get around the pitch surprised the referee! The Zoomies went out to a 12-0 lead, only see 28 unanswered points go against them. They fought back, showing resiliency the cadets fought back to the end but landed short. Utah 38 to the zoomies 29 was the final score. Staytuned to mobil… Continue

Added by Marc Ward on September 25, 2009 at 2:55pm — No Comments

Navy Match 2 Oct 09

Ladies and Gentlemen Zoomies @ Navy Friday night, 2 Oct 09, A's kick-off at 1900, @Farragut Field. B side will be immediately following. Len Packer USAFA Rugby Continue

Added by Len Packer on September 22, 2009 at 7:00am — No Comments

AFA Men vs Western State

The zoomies faced Western State yesterday on a cold (and later wet) saturday. Having to play in-between a women's round robin, the men were put on hold due to western's late arrival. However, never missing a chance to get some playing time, the young zoomies played against each other for 30 min before western was warm in a mix B vs C match. There is a lot of talent in the younger ranks of the zoomies and the coaches are excited to see who steps up! When Western was ready to go, the A side pla… Continue

Added by Marc Ward on September 13, 2009 at 3:23pm — No Comments

Went to see Vern today

Boys, I had to let you know that I went to see the old fart today. He looked great. He wanted to make sure I told you that he and Laura really appreciated all the thoughts and prayers. Laura was especially thankful of all of the support. She asked for all of us to continue thinking of them during the coming months. Dave Mets, I wanted to let you know I printed some pictures from yours posted on the site to make him smile. He got a big kick out of the Uncle Sam hat and Dick leading the way on t… Continue

Added by Harry "Chris" Blue on September 1, 2009 at 5:09pm — 1 Comment

AGM, 5 Sep 09

Thanks be to God for Vern's progress, and I pray that his recovery will be full. I checked with Harry about continuing with business at hand and his reply, "Press on. Vern would want it that way." So, off we go to this Saturday's AGM, 0800 for the Board meeting and 0900 for the AGM. It will be at the Eisenhower Room at the AFA Golfcourse. If you wish to have breakfast, please notify me at robsidarn@msn.com so I can send a guestimate to Richard Hero, the executive chef by 3 Sep. $10/person incl… Continue

Added by Robert Sidney Arnold on August 31, 2009 at 1:46pm — 1 Comment

Vern Update - Latest News and Vern's New CaringBridge.org Website

Dear Family and Friends, To keep you up to date on Vern, we created a CaringBridge website. You can follow Vern’s progress and show your support. The latest update we received from Laura as of this morning is in the "Journal" section of the site. Visit Vern’s website in two easy ways: 1. Visit the CaringBridge website by pasting the link below into your browser (I'm Hyper-link challenged). http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/vernfrancis 2. Enter the website name, vernfrancis, at www.CaringBridg… Continue

Added by Keith Gay on August 22, 2009 at 3:47pm — No Comments

Uncle Vern

I just got this email from Vern's better half Laura. If anyone is in the Dallas area, I am sure he may appreciate a visit. I'll keep you posted as I get more info. Brent, Just an FYI- Vern had a serious bicycle accident this AM. He rode down the hill and the front wheel disengaged. Vern luckily had on a helmut, a neighbor heard the accident and called 911.He has 4 broken ribs (nothing new for a Hooker), a fractured skull, and 2-3 vertebrae in his neck impinging on his spinal column. He is… Continue

Added by Brent Vander Pol on August 20, 2009 at 7:49am — 9 Comments

2009-10 Coaching Staff

MEN: Head Coach: Andy McQuade Asst Coach: Len Packer Asst Coach: Joe Muehlbauer Asst Coach: Marc Ward OIC: Major Paul Quigley WOMEN: Head Coach: Jill McQuade Scrum Coach: Shea Kennebrae OIC: Nikki Foster Asst OIC/Coach/Rugby Genius: Skip "Luv Shack" Shackleford Honorary Coach/Dynasty Architect: Al "I'm Retired" Osur PR: Paula Kelly Continue

Added by Blaine Nye on July 28, 2009 at 8:00pm — No Comments

USAFA Women in U-23 tournament

Just wanted to pass along some news about some of the Women Zoomie Ruggers: 2009 graduate Carolyn 'Red' Price and upcoming captain Katie Thompson played for the West U-23 All-Star team this past weekend in Pittsburgh, VA. The team went 1-1, losing a tough second match by a last minute penalty kick to the U-20 national team. The two front-row players made us proud, each scoring a try over the weekend. Also participating in the tournament was 2008 graduate, Ashley Snyder, who led the Northeast tea… Continue

Added by Andy McQuade on June 17, 2009 at 7:53am — No Comments

OVER $11,000

Alumni/Parents/Friends, We have raised over $11,000 in order to purchase gear! Everyone who donated: The cadets are extremely thankful! We had donations range from $10-$2,500! Some of this total will go to gear for the donors and the rest will go to the cadets and making them feel/look more professional. Now, I will order all the nike gear, get it embroidered and then ship out to all the generous Zoomie Alumni and Friends. Thanks for your patience and support! We will post a picture of al… Continue

Added by Marc Ward on June 1, 2009 at 11:35am — 4 Comments