August 6 will mark the last Hooker School of the summer.  Even if you have not made it to a single session, it's not too late to join us! 

Hooker School will be from 6:30-7:30pm and is open to all players, no matter your team affiliation or ability level.  BRING EVERYONE!  This is a great opportunity to work on the finer skills of being a pack player and to take time to visualize your role on the field.

Hooker School and touch will be held at Luther Seminary Park (Como and Eustis - one block east of 280).
 
A Hooker School weekend for all of those players who want to learn about the tight five, but are too far away to travel to St. Paul during the week, is being scheduled tentatively scheduled for August 8 and 9.  Please start spreading the word and stay tuned for more information.

Reach out and touch someone...

Touch continues to be held on Thursday evenings.  Join the Valkyries at their new location: the intersection of Eustis St N and Como Avenue in St. Paul.  Hooker school is at 6pm with touch following at 7.  Bring a friend!

Map of Eustis and Como

It's time to put on our cleats and get outside!!

Starting this Thursday, April 16th, we will be practicing at Harrison Park.  It's the same park we were at during the fall.  For those of you who are newer to the team, here is the address:

503 Irving Avenue N
Minneapolis, MN 55405

Don't forget your mouthguards, as this means we're starting contact again.  See everyone there! :)

We will be having our last "Give It A Try Night" this coming Tuesday May 5th. This is an open practice for anyone and everyone to give Valkyries Rugby a try. No experience is necessary - no mouth gards or cleats needed either!  It is just a fun chance to run around with the Valkyries and give rugby a try.
 
Where: Harrison Park
When: Tuesday, April 7th from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Who: Anyone and Everyone!
 

After practice we will head to our sponsor bar, Mayslacks, to socialize and be merry!

*Note to all Valkyries: Everyone must bring someone new - this is a required practice!
 

Any Questions?? - contact Hannah: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

We have practice Thursday!

When: 7pm - 9pm

Where: 1978 Ford Pkwy, St. Paul, MN

Who: ALL Valkyries and ANY new peeps who wish to Give it Another Try!

Why: Because running around in a gym makes you feel like your in grade school all over again...without the mean boys who try to trip you.

?Questions?: contact Hannah:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

"Give it a Try Night" is an open practice for anyone and everyone to give Valkyries Rugby a try.

No experience necessary...no mouth gards or cleats needed either!  It is just a fun chance to run around with the Valkyries and give rugby a try.

Where:  TBA

When: Tuesday, April 7th, 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Who: Anyone and Everyone

Why: It's more exotic than that Indian place you keep getting take out from...how many ways can you order curry, anyway?

After practice we will socialize at our sponsor bar, Mayslacks.

??Questions?? - contact Hannah: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  

A Little Dirt Never Hurt Anyone! 

Rugby can be a dirty, muddy game full of confusing laws, foreboding weather, and overwhelming physical demands. But, if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere! Rugby players always say that they found their best friends right next to them on the field…and socializing after the game.  It is a melding of rugby’s physical demands and development of a myriad of friendships that can describe the Valkyries’ experience.

Our mission statement highlights a strong tradition involving both former and present Valkyrie players. We take pride in having a strong work ethic both on and off the field.  We are dedicated to improving physical strength and fitness, as well as, honoring Valkyrie legacy by portraying our Core Values: Integrity, Unity, Strength, Development, and Respect.

If you are wondering if the Valkyries are the right fit for you, check out our calendar for upcoming events. We accept all skill levels and offer an open practice night every Thursday through summer. This is an opportunity for anyone and everyone, new to the game or played it before, to play some touch rugby and get in a good workout – just good fun!  We also will be starting Hooker School July 15th - a chance to brush up on your tight 5 skills!

We hope to see you on the pitch or at one of our social events around town. We would love to welcome you aboard the team and create experiences that only come from a sport like rugby. Soon you’ll see playing a dirty, muddy game with a team like us is FUN!

Wanna Play?

Are you interested in playing for the Minnesota Valkyries?

Contact our recruiting coordinator at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Fall practices will resume in August 2010.  Check out our Schedule page for practice information & click her for directions to Harrison Park!