CHARLOTTE, NC - The Charlotte Royals Rugby Football Club was recently announced as the host club for the 2021 International Gay Rugby North American Championship (IGR NAC). The IGR North American Championship will bring inclusive rugby teams from across Canada, Mexico, and the United States to Charlotte and Matthews for a long weekend of intense rugby competition. Teams will converge on the Queen City during the Memorial Day weekend of May 2021 to compete over three days on the pitches of the Matthews Sportsplex. The tournament will be open to the general public.
“We are very excited to be selected by IGR to host this inaugural North American Championship. The Carolinas have a strong rugby tradition. We are honored to bring this tournament to Charlotte and continue our mission to promote the sport we love!” - Kerry Beck, President, Charlotte Royals RFC
For more information on the North American Championship or the Charlotte Royals, please contact Kerry Joel Beck or visit www.charlottenac2021.com
IGR is International Gay Rugby
Formerly known as International Gay Rugby Association and Board (IGRAB) – a global organization of member inclusive clubs who actively recruit gays, lesbians, and players of color. IGR is a charitable incorporated organization, registered in England and Wales with registered office at 71 Holland Road, West Ham, London, E15 3BP, England, United Kingdom (Charity Number – 1154241).
Charlotte Royals Rugby Football Club
Charlotte Royals RFC was founded in 2004. Our mission is to foster a supportive environment where gay and bisexual men and their straight allies can learn and play the sport of rugby. The team is open to all men regardless of their sexual orientation, race and ethnicity, religion, age, size, or whether or not they have ever played sports before. New members to the Charlotte Royals are encouraged to develop their individual athleticism as the club nurtures them with a culture of teamwork and sportsmanship. We partner with various community organizations and businesses to bring awareness to the sport of rugby, LGBTQ athleticism, and the importance of fostering a sense of belonging among LGBTQ individuals. The Charlotte Royals also donate time and resources to local charities and organizations to demonstrate our commitment to being a positive influence on the greater community. As a non-profit organization (501c3), the Charlotte Royals are affiliated with both the Carolina Geographic Rugby Union (CGRU) and International Gay Rugby (IGR).
