WGR Finals at Didier Field Oct 29th, 2023

 The 2023 WGR State Championship Tournament takes place Sunday Oct 29th at Didier Field in Saukville.

The former home field of the now-defunct Saukville Rebels Youth Football Program, the lighted, grass facility has been taken over by Ty Wade, a local chiropractor and rugby veteran in the community.

The Lineup of Matches Includes:

1:30pm  Muskego/Madison 38 vs Bruisers  31                           7th Place Match  

3:00pm  Green Bay  21    vs Hamilton HS  7                              5th Place Match

4:30pm  DSHA HSjv 19   vs  Stevens Point Area HS 10            3rd Place Match

6:00pm  DSHA HS 38     vs   Catholic Memorial HS 7              Championship

As the first rugby event held at the facility, WGR is looking forward to making the partnership beneficial for everyone.

This is DSHA's 21st championship appearance, with 18 title's won.  This is Catholic Memorial's 12th championship appearance, with 3 title's won.

Neither Stevens Point nor DSHA jv has ever won a bronze medal at state.  Whoever wins, it will be a historic moment for their programs.

A few reminders:

--Location:  Didier Field, Rebels Road, Saukville, WI 53080

--Admission: Volunteers at the admission gate will be asking for an entry fee.  Thank you!  This helps cover the cost of the facility, athletic trainers, and referee staffing.

--Parking:  Due to limited space, carpooling is recommended.  Please be conscious of the neighborhood around the stadium.  WGR depends on volunteers to run this event.

--Fan Behavior:

     For fans new to rugby, yelling at the referee is not acceptable.

     For fans new to rugby, silence during field goal kicks and conversion kicks after tries is the classy way rugby supporters display the spirit of the game.  This is not what is seen at typical high school sporting events where yelling during free-throws or field goals is the norm.  Remind your neighbors in the stands that rugby is different; we try to respect both the game and our opponents.  

     Didier field has less bleacher space than the Milwaukee County Sports Complex.  Come early or bring a folding chair if you come late.  All fans will be on one side of the field near the facilities. 

--Event Volunteers Are Essential:  Anyone willing to volunteer to help the day of (with admissions, parking, concessions, or anything else) should contact their coach.  A volunteer sign-up should've been received by all team members on behalf of the league leadership.