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R is for Rugby by USA Eagle, Mike Petri

By JE, 06/26/15, 1:30PM EDT

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USA Eagle, Mike Petri has released his first children's book, R is for Rugby: An Alphabet Book!  This premier, hardcover, fully illustrated rugby picture book is a wonderful introduction to the sport for children, a rugby primer for new fans, and a great novelty item for all of the rugby community.   

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Reviews for R is for Rugby: An Alphabet Book:

"​R is for Rugby: An Alphabet Book is a fun book, beautifully illustrated and the perfect gift idea for our rugby community to share our great sport with a new generation of rugby players! 'E is for Excellent' and 'P is for Petri!'" -  Nigel Melville, USA Rugby CEO & England Rugby Captain (1984-1988)

"Bought this book for my three boys, wonderfully done, very good quality and the illustrations and writing is top line! Great Job Mike and team..." - Dan Lyle, former USA Eagles Captain and Bath Rugby Club #8

 

R is for Rugby: An Alphabet Book is the perfect introduction to the fastest growing team sport in America.  Mike Petri has written an inspirational and fun to read children’s book.  As a current USA Eagles scrum-half, high school teacher, and parent he is the perfect role model for those participating and wanting to learn about Rugby.  As a father, I recommend this book to parents and kids of all ages who will certainly learn a thing or two about this incredible game."  - Daniel Glantz, Global Head of Sponsorship, AIG  

"I am excited to read this ABC book that introduces girls and boys to the great sport of rugby.  The clever rhymes and detailed illustrations provide a fun way to encourage learning.  This book clearly portrays teamwork and sportsmanship to children.  It provides the perfect setting to introduce and explain new vocabulary.  An excellent book to promote reading and sports that I will use in my classroom and would recommend for use in other schools, as well.  Awesome read for children and adults over and over again!" - Clair Marquino, New York State Certified Elementary School Teacher (Reading Recovery Certified) & Mother of a Young Daughter

"R is for rugby is the perfect book for introducing children to the game of rugby.  The book uses clever rhymes to teach kids about rugby vocabulary using the letters of the alphabet.  The colorful illustrations feature boys and girls playing rugby and accompany the text perfectly.  Being a rugby administrator for many years, I am thrilled to see a book like this.  I can picture parents sitting down with their children and reading this book together, passing down their love for the game.  I must commend Mike Petri for putting together and showcasing all the wonderful, positive aspects of rugby.  It is great to see a publication that showcases both boys and girls playing this sport.  As a rugby administrator, I would use it as a resource for growing the game and promoting it to parents wanting to introduce their kids to rugby.  This book should be next to other children's books that teach children about other sports.  I would recommend this book for anyone looking to offer their son, daughter, grandson, granddaughter, niece, nephew, friend, or neighbor an educational experience and introduction to the sport." - Erin Kennedy, Project Coordinator, International Olympic Committee (IOC)   

"This book is a must have for any rugby player and the perfect gift for all those family members who may not understand what is happening on the field.  Mike has captured the fun, culture, and diversity of rugby in a way that will entertain the youngest of children, their parents, and their grandparents.  We can't say enough about the importance of getting kids involved in sports at a young age and this book now brings rugby to that table."   - Kurt Weaver, Youth and High School Director, USA Rugby