When you think of professional sports in America, let alone in the D.C. area, the first things you think about are probably the top four or five most popular; baseball, basketball, football, hockey, or even soccer.
However, one of the best game day experiences you can have in the D.C. area is going to an Old Glory DC game!
What is Old Glory DC?
Old Glory DC is a Major League Rugby (MLR) team created in 2018 and is the professional rugby team representing Washington, D.C., and the greater DMV area!
The team is in its sixth season, which began in March of 2024, and only has two home games remaining this June before the regular season ends and playoffs begin.
The team plays their home games at the Maryland Soccerplex in Boyds, Maryland, so while it’s admittedly a bit of a drive to get there, the experience is completely worth it!
Five reasons to attend an Old Glory DC game
1. The game atmosphere is electric
Those who have experienced going to a professional rugby match before can attest that these are some of the most unique experiences in sports.
An unparalleled sense of camaraderie, fun, and excitement comes with the sport of rugby, making it one of the best game-day atmospheres happening in the D.C. area this June!
Plus, for only $20 per ticket, the deal is just too good to pass up!
2. The Rugby community is extremely welcoming and is continuously growing
Don’t know the rules? No problem at all!
The rugby community is one of the most inclusive among all sports, particularly in the United States, where rugby continuously fights to find new fans and develop its own unique community.
As a result of this, whenever a potential new fan or first-timer comes to a game, so many rugby fans will be more than happy to explain the rules to you as the game goes on!
Plus, if we’re being honest, not knowing all the rules at first is part of what makes the games so much fun to watch!
3. Old Glory DC is fighting to secure its spot in the playoffs
Currently, Old Glory DC is in 4th place in the MLR’s Eastern Conference, which means they would claim the last available spot in the 2024 playoffs!
However, with just two games remaining, one on June 8th against the New England Free Jacks, and another on June 29th against the NOLA Gold, the team’s playoff hopes this year depend on finishing this season strong!
If you want to see high-stakes sports that are fast and fun with a killer crowd, either one of these two games is a can’t-miss!
4. The fans make a huge impact on the game
Like most sports, home-field advantage is a very real concept that can completely change the outcome of the game!
In the case of Old Glory DC, every added person in the stands kicks the atmosphere up a notch and fuels the team to push for a win!
5. The athletes love their fans and love to interact with the crowd
You’ll be hard-pressed to find professional athletes more humble than those who play for the Old Glory DC rugby team, they appreciate everyone who comes out to their games and often stick around to engage their fans with high-fives, photos, autographs, or more!