Tag: John Palladino

Summer Strength Results

With the introduction of U of M to the D1 collegiate rugby scene, both coach and player have recognized the importance of physical preparedness entering the season. Over the summer, the focus of the UMRFC players has been to increase lean muscle mass whilst minimizing fat mass. Strength and Conditioning Coach Stu Roche provided players …

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Michigan Rugby Helps First Presbyterian Church

Players and alumni of the Michigan rugby team helped the First Presbyterian Church this past weekend with their fall leaf clean up.  A handful of players spent four hours of their Saturday raking and dragging leaves for the church.  This service was organized by Karl Boothman, a member of FPC.  Karl (left) and John Palladino …

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Michigan Claims 22-13 Win Over WMU

Two tries and a conversion from Grady Bridges helped Michigan hold off Western Michigan today at North Field. The win also secures a playoff spot for the Maize and Blue. The game started well with a deep kickoff from Evan Noon. The blue committed a penalty to let WMU out but most of the rugby …

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