Thanks to all of the brave souls who braved the first Winter weather of the season this past Saturday and attended the AGM. We should start a club pool as to whether or not we'll have a winter storm again during next year's AGM.....that may make a nice little fundraiser. The AGM is concluded, new members have been elected to the Board, great discussion was had and the Club is on the path to further growth and success without question. Hats off to all the members who raised their hands for the open positions, whether you won or not there's a lot to be said for your dedication to making the Club a better place for everyone and don't be surprised if you're called upon during the year to come to help out...assistance, ideas and opinions are always welcomed.
So, without further adieu, I present your 2012 Metropolis Rugby Executive Board:
President: Dave Heebner
Vice President: Kurt Siudzinski
Treasurer: Matt Peterson
Secretary: Darik Lamke
Athletic Director: Jamey Kohlbeck
Match Secretary: John Clarno
Communications Director: Stefan Palches
Recruiting Chair: Jacob Gave
Rugby Development Officer: Adam Dilley
Social Director: Kyle Rooney
TMF Liaison: John Hromadka
Old Boy's Liaison: Tom Lavin
I have no doubt that this Board will do all it can to ensure Metropolis Rugby remains a leader on and off the field, locally and across the country.
Club Awards Voting:
As we announced at the AGM, the voting for this year's club awards will be done 100% online via our Membership Center. Simply use the ID you created when you signed up as either an Active Player or Old Boy this Fall to log into the balloting site here: https://metropolisrugby.ngin.com/register/form/223116396
You'll only be allowed to vote once so take your time and reward your mates who have worked hard all year. This is a very important part of our Club's culture so don't miss your chance to cast your vote. Oh, and don't worry, we're not charging you to vote so don't let the "registration" language throw you off.
Metropolis Rugby Annual Awards Banquet:
The details are still being worked out, but MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR SATURDAY EVENING January 7, 2012. You don't want to miss a night of Metropolis Club Awards, good food and great friends.
Metropolis "Men of Steel" Habitat for Humanity Build:
Back by popular demand is a day of giving back to the Community we love. Make a day of it on Saturday January 7th, by joining your mates at a multi-unit build in NE Minneapolis with Habitat. We'll be working from 8:30am - 4:00pm, leaving plenty of time to get home, clean up and make your way to the banquet that night. Details, including sign-up are found at the top of the online voting system listed above: https://metropolisrugby.ngin.com/register/form/223116396
That's it for now everyone. We're wrapping up an exciting year and getting ready for another great one to come. Sign up for Habitat....vote for club awards, stay informed!
Monday, November 21, 2011
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Big Pitch, Big Rugby & Big Thanks
Who experienced the great weekend of Northeast Minneapolis community events this past weekend? Did you golf in the Matt Comstock Memorial Iceman Open hosted by The Metropolis Foundation on Friday? Were you one of the volunteers setting up the tent at the pitch that evening in anticipation of The Big Pitch event to come the next day? Did you show up early Saturday morning to make sure players had the sideline medical attention they needed or set up and tend the grills. Maybe you helped with the tables, delivered food or apparel. Perhaps you set the flags on the pitch, made sure the signs were properly hung, scoreboard put together or carried the goal post pads down.
Did you dust off the boots for an Old Boys match? Did your child run with MARF and their excellent Rookie Rugby clinic? You could have been one of the D2 Metropolis Rugby players working their hearts out against a tough Eastside Banshees squad. Did you stand at attention at mid-field for a moment of silence to remember our fallen heroes, fellow citizens, friends and family as the 10th Anniversary of 9.11 approached? Did you get goosebumps and a lump in your throat as the flag waved and the National Anthem was played? Did you want to go for your checkbook and buy that professional framed, autographed and very cool Division 3 National Championship jersey and medal? Were you on the sidelines watching our Metropolis Division 1 boys work their magic against an improved and surly Milwaukee Harlequins team? Did you donate an item behind the scenes, large or small, for the raffle at the pitch? Maybe, just maybe, you were one of the lucky few with the Metropolis globe on your chest, number on your back, draped in a brand new jersey fighting to a victory in that premier 3pm Division 1 match. Did you win your first Division 1 League match as Metropolis Head Coach in front of the home crowd?
Perhaps you took it all in and continued your night at Legend's Bar & Grill for the Fundraiser that followed with Miller High Life, Crispin Cider, Jameson Irish Whiskey, good friends and new mates. You must have been there for some of that, right? The more pertinent question, I believe, is "why would you miss any of it?"
For those in attendance, I thank you for your continued faithful support of Metropolis rugby. In fact, an perhaps more importantly, your support of Minnesota Rugby. We witnessed just a glimpse of what Minnesota Rugby has to offer. From the Old Boys from the Eastside Banshees, Minneapolis RFC, Metro RFC & Metropolis RFC to the talent of today represented by the Banshees & Metropolis to the future of Minnesota Rugby as the Rookie Ruggers took the field. Minnesota rugby doesn't only come together in the summer when the best from all the clubs take the pitch together to form the Youngbloodz 7's team. The cheers from the Banshees corner during their D2 match-up were some of the loudest of the day. While I know those fans came to watch their club play, I am proud that they feel comfortable and welcomed at SAOS field and hope they enjoyed all the events of the day.
So, who did some, perhaps all, of the above? Who made it happen? Who deserves our thanks?
While the golf outing was hosted by The Metropolis Foundation I know for a fact that Gordon Hilleque, Greg Stern and Christine Levens worked hard to make it all come together with the Comstock family and others whom I am not even aware of and apologize for not mentioning. The Friday night tent crew as well as the Saturday pitch set up team, lead by Louis "Squirrel" Peloquin did a great job making sure everything was as it should be. Tom & John Hromadka, sweatin' and flippin', never at the same time of course, under the big top all day, making sure everyone was fed and happy performed admirably in one of the most difficult, least appreciated jobs of the weekend. Thank you guys, time for you to recruit and train some new guys so you don't always get begged to be our grill men!
Katie Sjeklocha, MARF Youth Coordinator, brought the Rookie Rugby clinic to our pitch to add to the weekend's continued investment in the rugby community. Thank you Katie and Rob Clarno, MARF's commitment to rugby development is to be applauded and the state is better off for you all.
Jermey Ancel and Legend's Bar & Grill did what they do best. From delivering the supplies for chow at the pitch as well as a new PA system, which I used to abuse your senses throughout the day, to throwing a great party that night they showed again how lucky we are to call Legend's our Metropolis Headquarters and why they deserve our continued support.
The Division 3 National Championship didn't sign itself and jump into a frame. Thanks to Justin Swartz we now have an incredible piece of memorabilia...that can be yours if you wish to bid on eBay now! Thanks to Peter's Billiards and Division 1 Team Captain, Wade McInroy, for donating a portion of the Tornado Foosball table, which was won by Legend's doorman Jay Anderson. To the Aveda Institute, bringing a little class to this game of Hooligans, we look forward to a continued relationship as you slowly realize it's also a game played by gentlemen.
To our valued sponsors, Sports & Orthopaedic Specialists and their donation of the Twins Tickets, Joe Heron of Crispin Cider, Miller High Life and Chris Babiash of Rugby Athletic, your donations, work and support make it all possible. Speaking of SAOS, Adrienne Smith, trainer extraordinaire, thank you so much for your services at the pitch, strapping the guys up before battle and tending to their wounds during. Your professionalism and dedication is greatly appreciated. Peter Wickman, our man behind the apparel table, thanks for working with us as we continued to add extra responsibilities to your already full plate. Adam Farhat, the man with the full roll of raffle tickets...which was returned empty and sold out. Well done sir.
A special thanks goes out to Kurt Siudzinski, Metropolis Rugby V.P., who managed the entire day. Several weeks ago Kurt was tasked with making the Big Pitch, well, Big. Kurt worked to pull it all together without a hitch, hiccup or rain drop. Not sure how he worked the great weather out with the Big Man upstairs, but the rest was through hard work, great organization and leadership. Thank you Sudz!
A lot of work goes into events like this. I don't know of many sporting teams that can pull it off. I do know, however, that great things happen when a CLUB puts their minds into it however. Don't ever forget that distinction. We are a Rugby Club....members of an organization that is much bigger than what happens on that pitch. While Coach Osborne's victory is a milestone in his young career, the success of another Big Pitch weekend is another brick in that growing foundation, the tradition of Metropolis Rugby. It's not out of obligation that we share this event with you all. It's pride that drives us. Pride in the Northeast Community, pride in the club, our mates and Minnesota Rugby that pushes people to stand up and volunteer, contribute, support and attend.
On behalf of all the Members of Metropolis Rugby, thank you for the support, continue to look for ways to get involved. Another cold Minnesota winter approaches and we'll be calling for volunteers to join us in Habitat for Humanity builds, the Annual General Meeting is around the corner and other big events including the Crispin Cup and Rugby Day Tour are headed our way in October. Stay tuned for details on all of them.
Show up, volunteer, contribute, be a real part of the action. Register with Metropolis Rugby now as a Booster or Old Boy, be counted, be an Official Member of this growing CLUB....support the guys that give you an opportunity to spend a Saturday in a way others only dream of.
Did you dust off the boots for an Old Boys match? Did your child run with MARF and their excellent Rookie Rugby clinic? You could have been one of the D2 Metropolis Rugby players working their hearts out against a tough Eastside Banshees squad. Did you stand at attention at mid-field for a moment of silence to remember our fallen heroes, fellow citizens, friends and family as the 10th Anniversary of 9.11 approached? Did you get goosebumps and a lump in your throat as the flag waved and the National Anthem was played? Did you want to go for your checkbook and buy that professional framed, autographed and very cool Division 3 National Championship jersey and medal? Were you on the sidelines watching our Metropolis Division 1 boys work their magic against an improved and surly Milwaukee Harlequins team? Did you donate an item behind the scenes, large or small, for the raffle at the pitch? Maybe, just maybe, you were one of the lucky few with the Metropolis globe on your chest, number on your back, draped in a brand new jersey fighting to a victory in that premier 3pm Division 1 match. Did you win your first Division 1 League match as Metropolis Head Coach in front of the home crowd?
Perhaps you took it all in and continued your night at Legend's Bar & Grill for the Fundraiser that followed with Miller High Life, Crispin Cider, Jameson Irish Whiskey, good friends and new mates. You must have been there for some of that, right? The more pertinent question, I believe, is "why would you miss any of it?"
For those in attendance, I thank you for your continued faithful support of Metropolis rugby. In fact, an perhaps more importantly, your support of Minnesota Rugby. We witnessed just a glimpse of what Minnesota Rugby has to offer. From the Old Boys from the Eastside Banshees, Minneapolis RFC, Metro RFC & Metropolis RFC to the talent of today represented by the Banshees & Metropolis to the future of Minnesota Rugby as the Rookie Ruggers took the field. Minnesota rugby doesn't only come together in the summer when the best from all the clubs take the pitch together to form the Youngbloodz 7's team. The cheers from the Banshees corner during their D2 match-up were some of the loudest of the day. While I know those fans came to watch their club play, I am proud that they feel comfortable and welcomed at SAOS field and hope they enjoyed all the events of the day.
So, who did some, perhaps all, of the above? Who made it happen? Who deserves our thanks?
While the golf outing was hosted by The Metropolis Foundation I know for a fact that Gordon Hilleque, Greg Stern and Christine Levens worked hard to make it all come together with the Comstock family and others whom I am not even aware of and apologize for not mentioning. The Friday night tent crew as well as the Saturday pitch set up team, lead by Louis "Squirrel" Peloquin did a great job making sure everything was as it should be. Tom & John Hromadka, sweatin' and flippin', never at the same time of course, under the big top all day, making sure everyone was fed and happy performed admirably in one of the most difficult, least appreciated jobs of the weekend. Thank you guys, time for you to recruit and train some new guys so you don't always get begged to be our grill men!
Katie Sjeklocha, MARF Youth Coordinator, brought the Rookie Rugby clinic to our pitch to add to the weekend's continued investment in the rugby community. Thank you Katie and Rob Clarno, MARF's commitment to rugby development is to be applauded and the state is better off for you all.
Jermey Ancel and Legend's Bar & Grill did what they do best. From delivering the supplies for chow at the pitch as well as a new PA system, which I used to abuse your senses throughout the day, to throwing a great party that night they showed again how lucky we are to call Legend's our Metropolis Headquarters and why they deserve our continued support.
The Division 3 National Championship didn't sign itself and jump into a frame. Thanks to Justin Swartz we now have an incredible piece of memorabilia...that can be yours if you wish to bid on eBay now! Thanks to Peter's Billiards and Division 1 Team Captain, Wade McInroy, for donating a portion of the Tornado Foosball table, which was won by Legend's doorman Jay Anderson. To the Aveda Institute, bringing a little class to this game of Hooligans, we look forward to a continued relationship as you slowly realize it's also a game played by gentlemen.
To our valued sponsors, Sports & Orthopaedic Specialists and their donation of the Twins Tickets, Joe Heron of Crispin Cider, Miller High Life and Chris Babiash of Rugby Athletic, your donations, work and support make it all possible. Speaking of SAOS, Adrienne Smith, trainer extraordinaire, thank you so much for your services at the pitch, strapping the guys up before battle and tending to their wounds during. Your professionalism and dedication is greatly appreciated. Peter Wickman, our man behind the apparel table, thanks for working with us as we continued to add extra responsibilities to your already full plate. Adam Farhat, the man with the full roll of raffle tickets...which was returned empty and sold out. Well done sir.
A special thanks goes out to Kurt Siudzinski, Metropolis Rugby V.P., who managed the entire day. Several weeks ago Kurt was tasked with making the Big Pitch, well, Big. Kurt worked to pull it all together without a hitch, hiccup or rain drop. Not sure how he worked the great weather out with the Big Man upstairs, but the rest was through hard work, great organization and leadership. Thank you Sudz!
A lot of work goes into events like this. I don't know of many sporting teams that can pull it off. I do know, however, that great things happen when a CLUB puts their minds into it however. Don't ever forget that distinction. We are a Rugby Club....members of an organization that is much bigger than what happens on that pitch. While Coach Osborne's victory is a milestone in his young career, the success of another Big Pitch weekend is another brick in that growing foundation, the tradition of Metropolis Rugby. It's not out of obligation that we share this event with you all. It's pride that drives us. Pride in the Northeast Community, pride in the club, our mates and Minnesota Rugby that pushes people to stand up and volunteer, contribute, support and attend.
On behalf of all the Members of Metropolis Rugby, thank you for the support, continue to look for ways to get involved. Another cold Minnesota winter approaches and we'll be calling for volunteers to join us in Habitat for Humanity builds, the Annual General Meeting is around the corner and other big events including the Crispin Cup and Rugby Day Tour are headed our way in October. Stay tuned for details on all of them.
Show up, volunteer, contribute, be a real part of the action. Register with Metropolis Rugby now as a Booster or Old Boy, be counted, be an Official Member of this growing CLUB....support the guys that give you an opportunity to spend a Saturday in a way others only dream of.
Saturday, August 20, 2011
Metropolis 2011 Fall Gear - Order Now
A note from Team Manager - Megan Braun:
Preview of the new gear:
Hey everyone...new Metropolis Gear is now for sale! (It is Highly recommended that you order a training shirt, per Nate!)
You need to place your order and pre-pay by Aug.24th in order to get the goods in by Big Pitch Weekend.
Place your orders with me or Kyle Rooney...I will be at the pitch this weekend, and at training on Tuesday.
Preview of the new gear:Monday, August 1, 2011
Minnesota Rugby - National 7's Championships & Super League Success
YOUNGBLOODZ RUGBY: Chasing a 7's National Championship
For those living under a rock for the past couple of weeks, the Youngbloodz 7's rugby club earned the right to represent the Midwest in the National 7's Championships this coming weekend, 8/6 & 8/7, in San Francisco, CA. http://www.youngbloodz7srugby.com/
Right about now you may be asking yourself, "So what? They aren't a Metropolis team, so why should I care?" Fair question. To which I offer the following: They are a Minnesota Rugby Club. We have a unique chance to get behind another Minnesota Rugby organization as they seek a National Championship, and, I'm proud to say, have done exactly that. Over the past few days a group of Metropolis Rugby members, primarily Old Boys, have pooled their resources in order to make a nice donation to the Youngbloodz which will help offset some of their travel costs as they head to California, representing Minnesota Rugby in the National 7's Championships.
I encourage you to follow the Youngbloodz on Facebook and learn more about their history and players on their website: http://www.youngbloodz7srugby.com. In the meantime, know that they have established a level of excellence and success not seen on the 7's pitch in Minnesota since the Metropolis National 7's years of 2003, 2000 and prior. The Youngbloodz are a 7's specialist's club, coached by Sam Robinson and sending a roster of 12 to California. That roster has guys that are still in college at the University of Minnesota, still in high school, a son of a long time East Side Banshee, a standout Banshee player (who I do believe also went to UWEC), a number of guys from the Spearhead Rugby Academy, one who just won a DIII National Championship with Metropolis and others who played on our Division I as well. I am sure other clubs and colleges, as well as local High Schools, are represented as well. Oh, did I mention the Captain of this team is none other than our own Nick Johnson?
When you put all of this into perspective it's easy for any one of us to find a reason to get behind these boys and wish them the best of luck this coming weekend. This is a true Minnesota rugby team, deserving of our support as it carries our pride and rugby tradition with it to San Francisco. Good luck gentlemen!!!!
METROPOLIS RUGGERS: Heading to Super League:
This next piece is a bit more of a surprise and until very recently not very widely known. I don't necessarily have all the details required to do it justice, but since it's all happening so quickly I at least wanted to mention something.
As one team heads West temporarily, two other Metropolis Ruggers head West for a more extended stay. Please join me in wishing Casey Cronk and Aaron Fry the best of luck, safe travels and all the success as they journey to Seattle, WA to join Seattle Rugby Club & Old Puget Sound Rugby for the upcoming seasons. Casey has been a member of the Metropolis Rugby Club for a number of years now, most recently serving as #10 on the Division 1 side during the last playoff push. From the University of Minnesota, to Metropolis, Spearhead and the Youngbloodz, Cronk's passion for rugby never faltered. Casey's Facebook friends will note his thanks and appreciation to Rob Holder and Spearhead Rugby Academy for pushing him through to the next level. Metropolis players and fans will miss Casey on the pitch this fall and behind the bar at Legend's, but wish him the best of luck as he pursues his dreams in the great Pacific Northwest.
After all the years of conjecture and rumor, this week will prove that Bigfoot, aka. Sasquatch, does indeed live in the Pacific Northwest. If you look HERE you can see the confused gaze of the large, yet lovable Man Child known as Aaron Fry to us, but Sasquatch to those in the know. Aaron Fry journeys from Minnesota once again as he joins Casey in Seattle. Fry has been on a rocket trajectory in the rugby world ever since his days at STOUT. Spending time and contributing immediately on the Metropolis Division 1 side before heading over to Ireland to play professionally it is clear to see that there are great things ahead for this young Man-Child. While his time with Metropolis in terms of years is limited Aaron has told me, on a number of occasions, that Metropolis Rugby will always be his home club and he'll always be connected here. That said, I can promise that both Aaron and Casey will be welcomed back here anytime.
The news of Cronk and Fry's departures came quickly...and their departure date will be as quick too. They are leaving this week!!! Fortunately a few guys took it upon themselves to make sure they were sent off appropriately. That said, there is a Going Away Party Bus...tonight (MONDAY)!!! Please see Kyle "Mizzu" "Javelin" Fredrickson (kyfreddie@aol.com) with questions and details.
Not everyone is leaving the state:
All this good-bye and good-luck stuff reminds me of the fact that this past spring I failed to write up a farewell wish to long time Metropolis and Minnetonka hero, Adam Dilley, as he journeyed to California for a season in the USARugby Super League. Perhaps my failure to properly memorialize his leaving was due to my being in denial that the World's 2nd Largest Leprechaun, who started with Metropolis as the only Colt with a full beard, and contributing greatly, on and off the pitch, year after year, was leaving us and his beloved state. Or, perhaps it was so I could save myself to welcome Dilley as he returns to join our ranks once again! That's right, you can plan on seeing our Clubman Extraordinaire back in Metropolis colors in a few short weeks. Does this week get any better?
With a final good luck to all of our Minnesota Rugby players, no matter what Club you call home, I hope you all enjoy the week, keep all of these guys in your thoughts and take pride to be a rugger in the great rugby state of Minnesota!!!!!
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
W.J. Bradley Mortgage & Andy Coppernoll - Official Sponsor of Metropolis Rugby
New season, new coach...new Sponsor!!!
It is with great excitement that I announce a perfect addition to our already stellar list of Official Metropolis Rugby Club Sponsors. W.J. Bradley Mortgage Capital Corp & Andy Coppernoll become much more than just an Official Sponsor and Supporter of Metropolis Rugby, Andy will now serve as an invaluable resource for each of you as our Official Home Lending Consultant. What does that mean? Well, if you have a question, an idea, a concern, whatever with regards to home lending just give him a call, send him an email and bounce it off of him. I've done exactly that countless times over the past several years and he's always been willing to help, offering up great advice and guidance.
To many of you out there Andy is an old friend, a former teammate, maybe even someone you've worked with before on your home loans. I happen to be one of those guys. Several of us have known Coppernoll for longer than we care to admit or even remember, seen him burn up the pitch for Metropolis 15's and 7's out on the wing from 2001 thru 2007, and have personally done business with him on mortgages and refinances a few times over the past several years.
Not only is Coppernoll a long time Metropolis Club Member, but he was a very active sponsor for the years including 2003-08. After a few years off to focus on family and letting some of the dust settle on the new regulations and requirements in the Home Lending space Andy approached Metropolis and let us know that he wanted back in, wanted to get his name back out there so he could help out some of the new guys on the club and continue to work with us older folk.
For those of you out there who have had good fortune to do business with Andy in the past you will no doubt agree that the comfort found in having a trusted advisor on your side, a true expert in the industry and someone who really has the best interests of you and your family in mind is amazing. Andy will take the time to explain all the options to you, find you the best deal, keeping your long term plans in mind and make sure that you understand ALL the fine print.
Is it crystal clear that I fully support and endorse Andy? (Please note that I only endorse his work as a home lending expert, not his choice of clothing, cars, deodorant or hairstyle.)
What's next? Well, if you have a question, concern, want info on a new mortgage or are looking to refinance and existing, get a hold of Andy now!! Give his name and contact information to your family, friends and colleagues when you hear they are in the hunt for a new home.
Andy Coppernoll
Home Loan Consultant
W J Bradley Mortgage Capital Corp.
651.755.3078
andy.coppernoll@wjbradley.com
You may also see information from him posted to the Metropolis Email lists from time to time when there is something truly exciting and unique happening in the industry. If he's posting it, it's worth reading, trust me. The only spam he likes is the kind fried with venison sausage and eaten while walking the woods hunting Big Foot with nothing more than his wit, dull as it may be.
We've got you covered....find the Mortgage you need with Andy Coppernoll, Insure that home, possessions, etc. with Matt Peterson, fill the fridge with Miller High Life, go and work off the beer belly with Ryan McDowell and Maxmead Fitness and pray that you don't end up needing the services of Sports & Orthopaedic Specialists!!!!!
It is with great excitement that I announce a perfect addition to our already stellar list of Official Metropolis Rugby Club Sponsors. W.J. Bradley Mortgage Capital Corp & Andy Coppernoll become much more than just an Official Sponsor and Supporter of Metropolis Rugby, Andy will now serve as an invaluable resource for each of you as our Official Home Lending Consultant. What does that mean? Well, if you have a question, an idea, a concern, whatever with regards to home lending just give him a call, send him an email and bounce it off of him. I've done exactly that countless times over the past several years and he's always been willing to help, offering up great advice and guidance.
To many of you out there Andy is an old friend, a former teammate, maybe even someone you've worked with before on your home loans. I happen to be one of those guys. Several of us have known Coppernoll for longer than we care to admit or even remember, seen him burn up the pitch for Metropolis 15's and 7's out on the wing from 2001 thru 2007, and have personally done business with him on mortgages and refinances a few times over the past several years.
Not only is Coppernoll a long time Metropolis Club Member, but he was a very active sponsor for the years including 2003-08. After a few years off to focus on family and letting some of the dust settle on the new regulations and requirements in the Home Lending space Andy approached Metropolis and let us know that he wanted back in, wanted to get his name back out there so he could help out some of the new guys on the club and continue to work with us older folk.
For those of you out there who have had good fortune to do business with Andy in the past you will no doubt agree that the comfort found in having a trusted advisor on your side, a true expert in the industry and someone who really has the best interests of you and your family in mind is amazing. Andy will take the time to explain all the options to you, find you the best deal, keeping your long term plans in mind and make sure that you understand ALL the fine print.
Is it crystal clear that I fully support and endorse Andy? (Please note that I only endorse his work as a home lending expert, not his choice of clothing, cars, deodorant or hairstyle.)
What's next? Well, if you have a question, concern, want info on a new mortgage or are looking to refinance and existing, get a hold of Andy now!! Give his name and contact information to your family, friends and colleagues when you hear they are in the hunt for a new home.
Andy Coppernoll
Home Loan Consultant
W J Bradley Mortgage Capital Corp.
651.755.3078
andy.coppernoll@wjbradley.com
You may also see information from him posted to the Metropolis Email lists from time to time when there is something truly exciting and unique happening in the industry. If he's posting it, it's worth reading, trust me. The only spam he likes is the kind fried with venison sausage and eaten while walking the woods hunting Big Foot with nothing more than his wit, dull as it may be.
We've got you covered....find the Mortgage you need with Andy Coppernoll, Insure that home, possessions, etc. with Matt Peterson, fill the fridge with Miller High Life, go and work off the beer belly with Ryan McDowell and Maxmead Fitness and pray that you don't end up needing the services of Sports & Orthopaedic Specialists!!!!!
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Metropolis Rugby Club: Head Coach - Nathan Osborne
On behalf of Metropolis Rugby, our Active Players, Old Boys, Friends & Family and with great excitement and confidence, it is my privilege to officially welcome Nathan Osborne as the new Head Coach of the Metropolis Rugby Club!!!!
For the vast majority of you receiving this email introductions to Nate are not needed. You know that Nate has been an important member of this club for a number of years now. From his days at #10 for the Division I side where he helped lead us deep into the National Playoffs, to more recent times, serving as the Division III Coach, leading that team to a National Championship and personally earning Division III USARugby MVP honors.
While Nate was the first person to throw his hat into the ring for this position he certainly wasn't the only one. There were a number of highly qualified candidates, eager to take the reigns of this club, who expressed interested and applied for the job. Nate's openness throughout the interview process, willingness to stay the course as Jamey, Rob and I performed the necessary due diligence, served him well and point to a patience and maturity that will server the Club well in the future. Those days and weeks in limbo, answering question after question, were no doubt trying times but his perseverance through it all speak to his undying commitment to the Club and his mates. A quick note on that process and a special thank-you to Rob Holder who accepted my request for help and guidance throughout the selection process. Rob's considerable experience, level-headedness and"outsider" perspective were immeasurably important throughout this effort.
As the Head Coach of Metropolis Rugby, Nate has final say and responsibility for the success and management of both the Division 1 & Division 2 sides. With that in mind, we look to Nate, in the coming days and week, to build out his coaching staff and share that information as appropriate. At the end of the day, it's very important that we always remember that Metropolis is just one Rugby Club. We field multiple competitive sides, but are still one Club. We expect great things from Nate as he makes that ever difficult transition from Player, to Player/Coach, to now, ultimately Coach. We have no doubt that his leadership, through words and example, experience and knowledge will serve him and the Club well.
These are exciting times....new times. Often times, however, we find "NEW" to be different, perhaps uncomfortable...maybe even surprising. What I find comforting here is that none of this is really a surprise, is it? Who would be surprised that a Clubman, with years and years of rugby experience, professional and club, having success at all levels, showing clear dedication to his club, bringing home a National Championship would ultimately be interested in and selected as the New Head Coach? Right, nobody would be surprised, unless they were about to get weird.....
Well, things aren't getting weird, but here is a brief note from your Head Coach, Nate Osborne on this important day:
''It's a huge honor to be named Head Coach for such a great club. One with great young rugby talent, one with the best old boy network of any club I've been involved with, One with such a big future and one that I love and would do anything for. It's going to be a fun fall but we have many things to work on to reach our goal of a Midwest Championship and one day a National Championship. So let's hit the ground running on the 26th because it's only 5 weeks till League kick off. - Nathan Osborne"
With that, I ask that you join me in congratulating and supporting Coach Osborne as he assumes his much deserved role. Metropolis Rugby, as ever, moves forward...with lofty goals and a plan to get there under the guidance of Nate, hardwork of the players and support of the Club.
It all begins next Tuesday, 7/26 @ 6:30pm....SAOS Field with the first Fall 2011 15's Training session.
See you there!!!
Monday, July 18, 2011
The Metropolis Rugby Club - Application Period Closed
A quick heads up to all that the period for submtitting your application for either the Head Coach or Team Manager position is now officially closed. Thanks to all who took to the time to submit an application, we will be in contact soon regarding next steps.
I'm happy to let you all know that a number of solid and well qualified applicants, for both the Head Coach and Team Manager position have made their intentions known are are currently being considered. The results of the discussions, interviews, etc. will be announced to the public NO LATER THAN 7/25/11.
Until then, if you have questions, concerns, etc. I encourage you to please contact me directly. Ye Ole Rumor Mill, while fun and dramatic, has a way of taking on a life of it's own, so unless you hear something directly from either Jamey or myself it is simply that, mere rumor and should be taken as such.
These are exciting times in our Club's History. The direction and leadership of which will become much clearer in the coming week. Until then, please feel free to reach out to me if you have questions or concerns. Please also respect the privacy of the applicants and integrity of the process as we work our way through the necessary steps.
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