It is hard to believe that ten years have past since the humble beginnings of the Murphy’s Misfits Rugby Club. We had a game and celebrations to remember on April 7th 2012. It was a day enjoyed by all and will be remembered for the next 10 years.

The Misfits played against a mixed team of Bulgarian friends aptly named the Bulgarian Dream Team.

The only mishap of the day was when the Doctor needed a Doctor. Luckily it was only his head so there was not too much to worry about.

Our gratitude for all those who played and came to celebrate with us on this momentous occasion. Lets hope the next ten years are filled with as many memories and camaraderie as the first ten years has given to all who have been a part of this club.

A special Thank You to Murray Te Huki who came back from Senegal to celebrate with the club he was instrumental in forming.It was great to see him in Misfits colors again, it was like he never left.

Another early Misfit that played in the game came from the UAE to score her first try with the Misfits, Anna Andreeva. The most graceful try ever scored in rugby.

Thank You also to Rueben Mills who always kept a watchful eye on the play officiating the game.

Also the special birthday cake that was created by Pavel and Olivier that was enjoyed by all that evening. A big Thank You to Branko of J.J.Murphy’s Pub who has been a great supporter of the club from the beginning. Thank You to everyone else that continues to keep this club alive and thriving with the game of rugby and friendship like no other.

On the occasion to celebrate 10 Years of Murphy’s Misfits Rugby Club I find myself reminiscing of days and events of the past. The Misfits are a unique mix of players from all over the world who have come and gone and the stable group of Bulgarians who have embraced the mantra that has been built within the club over the years. From the humble beginnings that was questioned if this idea would even work to 10 years of Misfit’s events that have a tradition of not only the game of rugby itself but the sense of family that the club embraces are second to none. I have been fortunate to have had as many experiences with the club as I have, I played my first contact rugby game with the Misfits, I have had fractured ribs,broken ankle and damaged knee but that has not dampened the spirit and feeling that I have for the club and most of all the great friends that I have met through the Misfits. Once a Misfit… Always a Misfit.

I remember my first contact game at what is known as Murrayfield against a team from Pernik on a very cold and rainy day in March being at the bottom of a ruck in the middle of the pitch. There was a big hole(it cannot be described as anything else as it had to be a hole to hold that much water) that I was at the bottom of and thinking that I might drown right there as I had to hold my head up to keep above water. I was on my back and the water was over my chest. Funny thing is I came back after that experience to continue playing.

I remember the many beers shared at J.J.Murphy’s Pub. There was always somebody there to watch rugby with and drink a few too many beers with(Kevin). The events that we have had to share things with family and friends. The other sports that were played besides rugby and of course the Pub crawls. Who could forget those…. or maybe for some… Who can remember?

Please leave your experiences in the comments below. Everyone has their own stories and it would be great to share them all. Thank You.

Andy Lang

Мърфис Мисфитс ще празнува своята 10 годишнина тази събота!

За целта най-веселите ръгбисти на България организират звезден ръгби мач и, разбира се, парти в техния втори дом – ирландския пъб ДжейДжей Мърфис на Кърниградска.

Ветерани и стари величия на родното ръгби от всички краища на страната ще се обеденят в Дрийм тийм и ще премерят сили срещу рожденниците, след което се очаква всички обилно и както подобава да полеят веселия празник. Като гости се очаква да пристигнат играчи от Габрово, Перник, Варна и други софийски отбори, а специално чак от Сенегал за повода пътува известният бивш президент и основател на клуба Мъри Те Хуки.

Всички приятели и любители на ръгби са поканени да се насладят на специалния мач или по-късно просто да споделят парче торта и една бира (или повече?) с момчетата в зелено и черно.

Какво?

Мърфис Мисфитс – Дрийм тийм България

мач по ръгби / ветерани, аматьори / 4 х 20 мин

Къде?

Стадион Бенковски

кв. Бенковски, гр. София

Кога?

07.04.2012

16:00 – първи съдийски сигнал

А?

Парти, торта и… бира цяла вечер в Мърфис!

ФЕЙСБУК

Rugby is the Source

Misfits celebrate anniversary with a RUGBY game and BEER party!

Extraordinary Murphy’s Misfits team are gonna celebrate their 10^th anniversary this Saturday.

For the occasion the merriest rugby players in Bulgaria will have a special rugby game and of course a nightlong party in their clubhouse – JJ Murphy’s.

Veterans and former stars of the bulgarian rugby will join forces in a Dream team and try their best against the birthday boys. After the rugby fun a party to remember is scheduled for everybody. As guests are expected players from Gabrovo, Pernik, Varna, Sofia and even from Senegal – the famous ex-president and co-founder of the club Murray Te-Huki is coming specially for the occasion.

All friends and rugby goers are invited to join the fun!

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Hope to see you there as it is a way to enjoy a sunday with the family out of the house and out of the cold winter.

This year’s AGM will take place on 28th January 19:00 at Matti D’s. The entry fee will be 45 lv. Come and join us to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Murphy’s Misfits. Rugby is the Source!

We start on Friday night when there will be a meeting with the French team from Saint-Sever – we meet at 8 pm at J.J.Murphy’s. Come for a beer or two – there will be also big rugby game on the night – the final for the Amlin Cup Harlequins vs. Stade Francais.

On Saturday the day will start in the early morning with the Kids rugby from 10.30 am at the Benkovski stadium. After the kids finish with their practice Andrew (Andy’s Foods) will set up a BBQ next to the stadium so that everyone can enjoy a tasty burger. There will be also tons of cold beers.

The kick-off of the Murphy’s Misfits vs. Old Black’s St. Sever game is set for 1.00 pm, but if you plan to play in the game you should show up no later than 12:00 pm at the Benkovski stadium.

And the best is yet to come! From 5 pm. in the garden of J.J.Murphy’s will start the third half of our game and after some quick drinking games it will time again for some top-class rugby with the Leinster vs. Northampton Saints final for the Heineken Cup.

Murphy's Misfits vs. Old Blacks Saint Sever

Задава се поредният ГОЛЯМ ръгби уикенд!

Стартираме в петък вечер когато е срещата ни с френския отбор от Сейнт-Север – ще се срещнем с тях в 20 ч. в J.J.Murphy’s. Елате за по бира или две – същата вечер ще се играе и голям ръгби мач – финалът за Амлин Къп Харлекуинс срещу Стад Франсе.

В събота денят ще започне още в ранното утро с детско ръгби от 10:30 часа на стадиона в Бенковски. След като децата приключат с тренировката Ендрю (Andy’s Foods) ще приготви барбекю близо до стадиона и всеки ще може да се наслади на вкусен бургер. Ще има и купища студена бира.

Началото на мача Мърфис Мисфитс срещу Олд Блекс Сейнт Север ще бъде в 13:00 часа, но ако смятате да се включите и да поиграете трябва да бъдете на стадиона не по-късно от 12:00 часа.

И най-доброто тепърва предстои! От 17:00 ч. в градината на J.J.Murphy’s ще започне третото полувреме и след няколко бързи ”бирени” игри отново ще стане време за първокласно ръгби с мача между Лейнстър и Нортхемптън Сейнтс – финал за Хайнекен Къп.

Another successful evening and year for the Misfits. This AGM was the completion of 8 years of the Murphy’s Misfits that saw significant events all year. The real start of Kids Rugby, an international tour by plane(past international tours were only by bus) to Milan, hosting of 5 foreign  teams visiting Sofia from England,Cyprus and Netherlands, the leaving of the pivotal force that started Murphy’s Misfits(Murray James Te Huki) as well as the usual pub crawls and well supported regular Saturday Touch Rugby sessions.

A big Thank You to everyone who supported the club and volunteered on the committee to make not only the AGM a success but the whole year. We need the help of everyone to continue the success and fun we all enjoy as a club. Special mention goes to Myles Summerfield for his contributions to the club. Branko Popov of J.J.Murphy’s  Pub for his continued support of the club.(The Misfits have a corner at J.J.Murphy’s with memorabilia from past games and events)  Rupert and Cyril for ensuring the success of kids rugby.

The new year brings with it the time for everyone to pay their membership dues. The fee for this year is only 40 leva and 20 leva for students and associates. There will be a special for those that pay before the end of February with a 25% discount.(only 30 leva) See a committee member to pay your dues. This year the match fee for games will be 10 leva for paid members and 20 leva without membership.

Also for your enjoyment there is a video online with a selection of photos from 2010 of the games and various events of Murphy’s Misfits courtesy of Andy Lang (ionuphotos).  Thank You and enjoy. Don’t forget to click the full screen button in the bottom right to view it large on your screen.

Misfits 2010 from Andy Lang on Vimeo.

Cost is 40 lv pp inclusive of all food and drink.

Тазгодишното ни Общо Събрание на Клуба ще се проведе на 29-ти януари, събота.
Мястото на провеждане остава същото – зала MattiD (малкото НДК, BTV). Ето и карта на мястото.

Цената на куверта ще бъде 40 лв. В нея са включени предварително избрано меню (предястие, основно ястие и десерт) и алкохолни и безалкохолни напитки.

Hope you and your family have
wonderful Holiday and…
A Happy New Year!

Merry Christmas!

Весела Коледа, Мисфитс!

С пожелания за един
прекрасен празник и…
Честита Нова Година!

Getting ready for the Crawl

We hit it hard again!

As always, this year’s pub crawl was a real succes! Thousands of beers consumed, 7 pubs crawled and even a midnight breakfast for all the guys who survived until the end served for our great mood.

You can see how great everyone’s costume was in the gallery.

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Misfits before the Pub Crawl

И този път беше зверски яко!

Както винаги, и тазгодишният “пъб кроул” беше много успешен! Стотици бири, 7 превзети кръчми и дори среднощна закуска за всички, оцелели до края, послужиха за доброто ни настроение.

Можете да видите страхотните костюми на всеки един от нас в галерията.