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The Aztec Foundation
Thanks our Individual & Corporate
Financial Contributors
INDIVIDUAL
D. Buboltz
C. Connolly
D. Crist
M. Eshoo
D. Fitzpatrick
R. Kirk
S. Marshall
B. Moore
D. Parker
J. Parker
J. Rubin
k. Salas
B. Smith
W. Stanley
J. Wood
CORPORATE
Citibank
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John Quigley Trust
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COACHES
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Head coach Dan Payne returns to lead the Aztecs on the heels of his impressive debut against South Africa in the Rugby World Cup.
Coach Payne was extremely happy with the effort that the team put in to win the SCRFU crown.
Heading to the playoffs with the highest National Ranking in years
we asked Dan how he felt about the team's chances in the Sweet 16's.
Coach Payne, stated "that we have worked very hard to get to this level. However with a possible #12 ranked team and a #2 ranked team on the horizon we can't let up now. The team will have a much deserved week off for spring break after this victory. From there we will regroup and concentrate on our play timing, counter attack, fitness and pattern. The team made it to the Sweet 16's last year and their quest for greater heights is within them."
The Foundation thank's Dan & and the rest of the coaching staff for their efforts.
Nice effort and as the team say's let's keep the train a rolling - Choo Choo!!
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| Join The Foundation! |
Have you been wondering how to get more involved with the Foundation?
Would like to have your voice heard?
Want to vote for the board? Want to run for Office or sit on a board of a Non Profit organization?
Well supporters it is easy. On Alumni day of 2007 the Foundation announces parameters to join the Foundation.
Technically, everyone who played or coached rugby at SDSU is eligible to join the Foundation. There is a dues structure in place however with memberships available for:
Rookies: 1 - 3 years post participation at SDSU:
$100.00 a year.
Full Members: 3+ years post participation at SDSU:
$250 a year.
Some supporters have already met their eligibility and were automatically enrolled as a Foundation Member upon receipt of their donation. We welcome your interest in becoming involved.
To join, please mail your check to:
Aztec Rugby Foundation
PO Box 910682
San Diego, CA 92191
San Diego, California 92191
If you have questions regarding the board please contact us at: David Crist, 858-945-0166. | |
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Greetings!
The Aztec rugby team captured the Southern California Rugby Football Union crown with a drubbing of Cal State Long Beach 66-0.
The team finished the league season at 9-0 and advances to the round of Sweet 16 of the National Championships. The location for this year's Sweet 16 playoffs are Albuquerque, NM on April 18th & 19th. The four winners of each bracket will then advance to the Final Four on May 2nd & 3rd at Stanford.
The teams record, margin of victory and a shocking loss by Navy has caused a big movement in the National Rankings with the Aztec's moving up to #3. (See below for the game summary and the top 25 listing ).
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Thank You
Before we review the latest game action summary though we first start off with our special segment recognizing our latest financial contributor to the Aztec Rugby Foundation.
This week we are proud to announce that 1987 & 1988 superstar at #8, Warren Stanley, has continued his commitment and support to Aztec Rugby by joining the Legacy 100 with a $1000.00 donation.
Warren was a standout at #8 during the 1987 National Championship and Pacific Coast Playoffs, where against Cal, he capped off the finishing touches of one of the greatest trys in Aztec Rugby history. Warren shares in our vision of growing the Foundation and would like to see more alumni names appear as contributors.
The Foundation thanks Warren for his support. It is alumni like yourself that will continue to help the Aztec Rugby achieve it's lofty goals. Specifically, League Champion, (Completed), Sweet Sixteen, (Completed), Elite 8, Final Four & National Champions. The goals include our D2 squad
Way to go Warren!!!
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| Aztec's Move Up In National Ranking's to #3
The Aztec's had initially climbed to #4 after capturing the Southern California Crown but a shocking loss by Navy to Penn State caused them to vacate the 3rd spot with the Aztec's being the benefactor. This will probably be the final movements in the rankings in the top 5 since only a handful of playoff games remain however most of those are in the lower brackets.
There will be plenty of movement in the lower 20 as many of the teams take part in their final league games and playoff games this weekend.
Hear are the current top 25 rankings from American Rugby News. The one loss they list for us represents a preseason game. As an FYI, The second column represents the previous ranking.
1 (1) California (13-1) [5]
2 (2) BYU (11-1) [5]
3 (4) San Diego State (10-1) [3]
4 (5) St Mary's (15-2) [5]
5 (19) Penn State (7-4) [4]
6 (6) Cal Poly (11-3) [3]
7 (7) LSU (8-0) [3]
8 (9) Kutztown (9-1) [4]
9 (8) Colorado (9-2) [3]
10 (11) Utah (9-4) [5]
11 (13) Army (10-2) [2]
12 (14) Arkansas State (10-0-1) [2]
13 (12) Tennessee (10-1-1) [2]
14 (10) UC Davis (9-4-1) [5]
15 (16) Central Washington (7-2) [2]
16 (3) Navy (9-3-1) [4]
17 (20) Bowling Green (12-0) [1]
18 (18) Dartmouth (7-3-1) [2]
19 (15) Delaware (7-4) [4]
20 (17) Texas A&M (8-6) [3]
21 (22) Arizona (8-7) [3]
22 (21) Sam Houston State (7-3) [3]
23 (23) Nebraska (5-5) [3]
24 (24) Air Force (3-3) [3]
25 (25) Minnesota (5-1) [1]
To read more from American Rugby News click the link below:
Based on the playoff brackets at the USAR Championships the Aztec squad will face off against #12 ranked Arkansas State in the first round. If successful in the first round it appears likely that the Aztec's would face off against #2 BYU in the Elite 8.
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| Aztec's Roll on Cal State Long Beach
On a beautiful Southern California day with temperatures in the high 70's the Aztec's team stepped on to the pitch for a chance to complete their perfect season. The crowd for the day was larger on the Aztec side of the field versus the hometown Long Beach as numerous family, friends and alumni gathered to witness the team strive for a perfect ending to league play.
Long Beach was up for the task initially as the first 20 minutes gave the Aztec's numerous possessions however held them out of the goal line. After that point the cracks in the armor of Long Beach became apparent and the Aztec's deep three speed began to shine. Flyhalf Duncan Kelm was the first to score as he picked up an inside pass from a flying Chris Bredensen at wing. It appeared that 1st score was all it took for Long Beach to wilt and from there on out a track meet broke out where a rugby game was.
Endless recycled ball left the tired Long Beach State side out of position and unable to fill the gaps. Alex Main, Duncan Kelm, Joe Fontana and Mike Hicks all scored twice in capping off the perfect end to a perfect league season. Please click on the link below to obtain the details as printed by American Rugby News.
Nice job guys, your work and commitment to the program shined on this special day.
For those alumni from the 80's and early 90's when the rivalry between the two State programs was at it's peak you will be happy to know that former Long Beach coach Dale Toohey made it to the game and after game social. He was of course left bitter yet again, after another stinging loss to San Diego State.
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Support the Cause
Fellow Aztec's now is the time to support your team. The travel expenses for the playoffs will total north of $10k for flights, hotels, vans and meals. These equates to almost $500 per player.
The team has done their work and put forth a product that we can all be proud of. Between Division 1 1st team, Division 1 2nd team and the D2 team the squad finished league play with 18 wins against just 6 losses. Now it is up to us as alumni to come forward and endorse the product. Whether it sponsoring a dinner, joining the Legacy 100 or joining the Foundation all contributions will help support the cause. Don't worry about your commitment level EVERY bit will help. Especially, if the team is successful in reaching the final four.
Let's show the team our appreciation for their hard work and commit to endorsing the product today. Contributions in any amount can be mailed to:
Aztec Rugby Foundation
PO Box 910682
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| Your Aztec Southern California Champions:
There are a handful of games to play in Southern California however, the final standings for the top three will not change and stand at #1 SDSU, #2 Cal Poly and #3 University of Arizona. The University of Arizona will play Cal Poly this weekend for the right to become the second seed for SCRFU in the Sweet 16's. Click the link below to review the current Southern California league standings for D1 & D2.
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About Us:
Foundation Principles & Directors
What is the SDSU Rugby Foundation? We are a newly formed Public Benefit Corporation, Incorporated in the State of California. The Foundation is organized under the Nonprofit Corporation Law for charitable purposes. We are exempt from Federal Income Tax as a non profit 501 (c) (3) public charity designation. As part of of our designation all donations to the Foundation our tax deductible.
The Foundation's mission is to develop, foster and support rugby at San Diego State University. Our specific purposes stated in our bylaws are:
1. Development and management of resources for the support of the San Diego State University Rugby Program.
2. Development and management of scholarship, networking and academic enhancement programs for the benefit of the San Diego State University Rugby Program.
3. Promotion and protection of Rugby at San Diego State University.
4. The implementation and monitoring of fundraising to assure the continuation of the San Diego State Rugby Foundation.
The Foundation's financial vision is long term in nature. We are looking to build an endowment fund that will not only help support the current team but also provide for future generation of Aztec's.
This newsletter's purpose is to serve as a communication vehicle to bring the Aztec Rugby Community, located throughout the world, up to date with the current status of San Diego State Rugby.
In November of 2006, six former Aztecs were elected to sit on the inaugural board of the Foundation. We believe this group of officers and directors bring a unique blend of professional experience including engineering, finance, legal, nonprofit and entrepreneurship to help lead the Foundation forward. The officers and directors are:
David Crist, President 85-87*
Jimmy Parker, Vice President 81-87*
Stephen Marshall, Treasurer 84-88*
Chris Morris, Secretary 86-89*
Dwayne Parker, Director 82-87*
Chris Prell, Director 84-88*
Victor Orozco 02-05*
*Aztec Rugby
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