10 Reasons Your Family Should Attend a Legion Rugby Match
If you’re looking for an affordable, exciting, and family-friendly sporting event in California this year, it’s time to discover professional rugby. Watching the California Legion compete in Major League Rugby is one of the most fun, welcoming, and accessible live sports experiences you can find.
Whether you’re a lifelong sports fan or completely new to rugby, here are 10 reasons your whole family should attend a match this season.
1. It’s One of the Most Affordable Pro Sports Experiences
Taking a family to a professional sporting event can get expensive fast. But rugby is different.
A family of four can attend a California Legion match for $78 (2 adults two kids U12) for the general public and even less for parents of Youth Rugby Participants at $39 (2 adults two kids U12). That’s cheaper than events like Monster Trucks or Disney on Ice, and it’s pennies on the dollar compared to most professional teams in California.
For families looking to take advantage of these savings, use the corresponding code to select sections when purchasing here:
- For Section 9, use code CALGA50-9B
- For Section 10, use code CALGA50-B10
- For Section 12, use code CALGA50-B12
- For Section 13, use code CALGA50-B13
All codes are case sensitive and are specific to the match in Orange County vs Anthem Rugby Carolina on March 28th. Revisit this blog for future matches to gain access codes for discounted family packs moving forward.
You’ll get a professional sports experience without the professional sports price tag.
2. Rugby Is Built on Respect
Rugby has a culture that sets it apart from many sports.
Players show deep respect for referees, teammates, and opponents. It’s common to hear players address referees as “Sir”, and disputes on the field are handled with discipline and sportsmanship.
For parents, that means a safe and respectful environment for kids of all ages.
3. You Don’t Need to Know the Rules
Never watched rugby before? No problem.
Rugby fans are famously welcoming. If you have a question about the game, chances are the people sitting next to you will happily explain what’s happening.
It’s one of the friendliest sports communities you’ll ever experience, making it perfect for first-time fans.
March 28th is right around the corner. Buy tickets to the Legion home opener!
4. Parking Is Easy (and Often Free)
Unlike many major sporting venues, rugby matches are easy to get in and out of.
Parking is usually free or inexpensive, and lots are typically close to the stadium entrances. That’s a big win for families carrying backpacks, snacks, or wrangling little kids.
No long hikes across massive parking lots required.
5. Rugby Players Are Great Role Models
They may look tough on the field, but rugby players are widely known for being approachable, humble, and respectful.
The sport values discipline, teamwork, and character, and those values show both during and after matches.
Players often shake hands or swap jerseys with opponents, win or lose—a powerful example for young fans.
6. Meet the Players After the Match
One of the coolest traditions in rugby is what happens after the final whistle.
Fans are often invited onto the field, where kids and families can meet players, take photos, and collect autographs.
Access like that is almost unheard of in most professional sports leagues.
7. Games Are Coming to a City Near You
The California Legion are taking rugby on the road with a statewide home match tour, bringing professional rugby closer to fans across California.
Matches are scheduled in the following places:
Torero Stadium, San Diego
UCLA, Los Angeles
Great Park, Orange County
Heart Health Park, Sacramento
St Mary’s San Francisco
Chances are there’s a game within driving distance of your family.
Watch the Legion play in Orange County March 28th
8. Rugby Is Never Boring
Here’s a simple truth among fans:
No one has ever left a rugby match saying it was boring.
Rugby is fast, physical, and full of momentum swings. The action rarely stops, and big plays can happen at any moment.
If your family enjoys high-energy sports, rugby delivers.
9. Perfect Length for Kids
A rugby match consists of two 40-minute halves, which is ideal for younger fans.
The pace keeps things moving, and stadiums often include music, fan engagement, and family-friendly entertainment throughout the game.
It’s long enough to feel like a real event—but not so long that kids lose interest.
10. It’s a Unique Family Memory
There’s something special about discovering a sport together.
Your kids might:
Learn a new game
Meet professional athletes
Run on the field after the match
Start cheering for a brand-new team
And those experiences turn into memories your family will talk about for years.
Ready to Try Rugby?
If you’re looking for affordable family fun, exciting action, and one of the friendliest fan environments in sports, a California Legion match should be on your calendar this year.
Bring the kids, bring your friends, and experience why rugby fans around the world say:
Once you see it live, you’ll be hooked.
For families looking to take advantage of these savings, use the corresponding code to select sections when purchasing here:
- For Section 9, use code CALGA50-9B
- For Section 10, use code CALGA50-B10
- For Section 12, use code CALGA50-B12
- For Section 13, use code CALGA50-B13
All codes are case sensitive and are specific to the match in Orange County vs Anthem Rugby Carolina on March 28th. Revisit this blog for future matches to gain access codes for discounted family packs moving forward.
