Founded in April of 1981, the Vipers have established themselves as a force to contend with. The Vipers participate in USA Rugby’s Division II Capital Union. View the Viper’s full USA Rugby League’s schedule & standings here.
We continually and enthusiastically encourage new players to join the team. While rugby experience is welcomed, we’re also willing to teach eager, wide-eyed novices all the ropes they can handle. We firmly believe that one of the key elements to a successful rugby team is trust. Trusting your fellow players creates a web of support, which also fosters challenge and unlimited skills growth. It also makes for fun on and off the pitch!
The Vipers play 15s, or Rugby Union, from August-November and February-March. We play 7s (the shorter, faster-paced version of the game featured in the Olympics) over the summer with an elite team – affectionately monikered The Pit Vipers – and a developmental squad. No matter the time of year, you’ll probably find us training, so please don’t hesitate to reach out for practice and game details!
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Home matches, in general, are played at Salem Middle School in Apex, NC. However, this is subject to change based on field availability. We advise you to check the Vipers’ Instagram page @raleighrugby_men for the most up-to-date information.
2019: Division II- MARFU (2nd Place), Capital Union Champions
2010: Division I – MARFU (3rd Place)
2008: Division I – MARFU (4th Place)
2007: Division II – National Champions, MARFU (2nd Place)
1999: Division II – Nationals (7th Place), MARFU Champions