Rugby
Quick Intro
Rugby is a fast-paced, physically engaging team sport built on running, passing, tackling, and strategic teamwork, where players work together to advance the ball and score tries. Despite its intensity, rugby is rooted in respect, discipline, and strong sportsmanship. Playing rugby with friends and family strengthens bonds through trust, communication, and shared goals while promoting fitness, resilience, and confidence. Whether it’s a casual touch rugby game or supporting each other from the sidelines, rugby brings people together, encourages inclusivity, and creates lasting memories through teamwork, camaraderie, and mutual support.
Rules of Rugby
Rugby is played with two teams trying to score points by carrying, passing, and kicking the ball down the field. The ball can only be passed backward or sideways, so teams move forward by running or kicking it ahead. The defensive team stops progress by tackling the ball carrier below the shoulders. After a tackle, play continues quickly as both teams compete for possession.
Points are scored by grounding the ball in the opponent’s in-goal area for a try or by kicking the ball through the goalposts. The game is played in two timed halves, and the team with the most points at the end wins. Rugby emphasizes teamwork, endurance, and respect, making it an exciting and physical sport that still values fair play, cooperation, and sportsmanship.
Helicopter exploration
When I was working for a helicopter tour company, I had an opportunity for my kids to jump in and see the controls. I think I was just as excited as they were to get into one, haha.
Meteor Crater fun
They found some great ways to make it fun to learn about a big dent in the ground. And it sounds like they've updated the kids' area so we will have to check it out again
Dining chair fort
The kids loved using the dining chairs to build a fort
Soccer Summer
The summer Colton tried soccer and decided it wasn't really for him
My silly trampoline kid
This kid is always dressing up or creating a costume or plushie, so it's a common occurrence for him to be dressed up or have a plushie in his arms no matter where he is
Archery at Grandma & Grandpa’s
My grandparents live out in the boonies so it's a great place to practice our archery
Checking out a helicopter
I worked for a helicopter tour company in Sedona for a while and so my kids got a chance to climb inside and take a look.
Replacing my Power Supply Unit
My PSU died and I ended up having to replace it. It was a good learning experience for everybody.
Rollerblading at Pioneer Park in Prescott AZ
Pioneer Park in Prescott has a roller hockey rink that they use for hockey games but it is also available for rollerblading and skating
Batting Cages at Full Swing in Prescott AZ
Full Swing in Prescott Arizona has batting cages, arcade games, a trampoline bungee jump, and some snack foods. The last time I played softball was in high school, so it was fun to test out my skills. This is my 12 year old, who's never played on a team, trying it out.