Cornerstone Inductees

“Saturday, 8 October, 2016 marked the long awaited dedication of Phase 1 of the “Jon Prusmack Rugby Complex” at the Brigade Sports Center to support the United States Naval Academy Men and Women Rugby Teams.   The new stadium complex was part of a project that included grants and donations from the Naval Rugby Alumni Association (NRAA).   Major NRAA contributors included, Jon Prusmack (66), Ernie (64) and Sharon Blake, Sam Marrone (66), Carl Fulford (66), Marc Baliotti (92), Fred Malek (88), and NRAA Chairman Tom Brodmerkel (80).

      The new complex consists of two professional Bermuda grass rugby fields, an artificial turf field for foul weather and tournament play, and covered stands.  This new complex is adjacent to the Brigade Sports Complex which houses the Rugby team’s locker rooms and weight facilities.  With three fields, not only will Navy Rugby be able to play in a professional atmosphere, but the complex will allow for hosting of Rugby Seven’s tournaments, Rugby summer sports camps, as well as show case events, and potential support for National Rugby activities.  This project is only “Phase I” of multiple phases planned.  The Naval Rugby Alumni Association, in affiliation with the Naval Academy Athletic Associations is looking to establish this complex as a regional center for Rugby Excellence. “