Montclair Norsemen Rugby

This Saturday’s match against Monmouth was played in absolutely brutal conditions, with rain coming down throughout the day, but the Montclair lads showed up and put in a solid, physical performance against a tough opponent. At times, the defensive puzzle Monmouth put in front of us looked hard to solve, but we kept pressure on, spent much of the first half in their territory, and went into halftime up 3–0 thanks to Sky, our temporary fullback, drilling an outstanding 40-meter drop kick to give us the lead and a little breathing room. The second half brought more of the same: a close, physical battle, with Montclair making more than 10 substitutions — a real testament to how we are using this spring to get everyone meaningful playing time.

Eventually, Milan, our captain, caught the defense on the wrong foot, beat a couple of defenders, and finished off a strong try. Brendan, our No. 8, followed with a classic bulldozing effort inside the 22, putting pressure on the defense, stepping through contact, and powering over the line. Overall, this was a great character-building performance. Thank you to .rugby for traveling on such a hard day, and thank you to everyone who came out in the rain to support the club.

Next up: Long Island away next week.

Back to Brookdale.

This Saturday, we return for our final match at Brookdale this season — against old familiar foes from Monmouth County. Too much time has passed since these two proud rivals shared the same field.

History, respect, and unfinished business all meet again for 80 minutes. No speeches needed. Just rugby the way it should be played.

Come out, back the boys, and witness another chapter of a rivalry that always means something.

Norsemen vs Monmouth. Back where it belongs. 🟢🟡

Montclair RFC – 50th anniversary Ireland Tour

The 50th anniversary tour to Ireland marks a defining moment in the history of Montclair Rugby. This club has built five decades of rugby, camaraderie, and shared experiences.

More than just a series of matches, this tour represents the spirit of the club: players, old and new, coming together to test themselves on Irish soil, honor the game’s roots, and strengthen the bonds that make rugby unique.

Ireland has always been a place where rugby is more than a sport. There, rugby is deeply rooted in its culture, community, and identity. For Montclair Rugby, touring Ireland for our 50th birthday is both a privilege and a statement of continuity, resilience, and respect for the traditions of the game.

This milestone tour is a celebration of everything this club stands for: brotherhood, commitment, and the enduring love of rugby.