Henriquez off to Boston Clinic

UAlbany Co-captain Raphael Henriquez has been awarded a scholarship to attend the USA Rugby Academy in Boston this weekend. 

UAlbany Rugby mourns the loss of John Adamson

Obituary link:
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/timesunion-albany/obituary.aspx?pid=169397672

Our prayers and thoughts are with the John's family.

Adamson, John V. NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. John V. Adamson, 59, of New Smyrna Beach passed away January 24, 2014. He was born to Mary (Wolfe) and Douglas Adamson on January 20, 1955 in Rochester. John graduated from Guilderland Central Senior High School in 1973 where he was active in football, lacrosse, track, and basketball. John then attended University at Albany (State University of New York) where he played lacrosse and football and graduated in 1977. As a college football player, he was able to play under Coach Bob Ford, who had a significant influence on his life. He was a hard worker and had a diverse career which included working for Procter and Gamble, Mars, and he was an insurance agent for the past 25 years. John moved to Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., with his wife, Jacklyn R. Adamson (Donelian), and daughter, Julie R. Adamson in 1986, where he began working for Allstate Insurance. In 2003, he briefly retired then moved to his beach house in New Smyrna Beach, and opened a new insurance agency. John was a jovial man who brought joy to everyone's lives he touched. His jokes, laugh, and funny stories were very contagious and will be missed. John enjoyed taking rides in his 1969 Mercury Cougar Convertible, working on projects around his house, crossword puzzles, and hanging out with his friends. John was a beloved father who raised his 10-year old daughter after his wife passed away from lung cancer in 1993. He was also preceded in death by his father, Douglas Adamson. John will be sadly missed by his daughter, Julie R. Adamson (Alec Fabus); brother, Thomas Adamson (Jean Adamson); sister, Judy Zyniecki (Ed Zyniecki); aunt, Florence Snell; nephews, Loren and Dylan Zyniecki; business partner, Tara Corbin, and all of the friends. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Halifax Health-Hospice of Volusia/ Flagler (hovf.org). - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/timesunion-albany/obituary.aspx?pid=169397672#sthash.iPjfK6Hj.dpuf

Adamson, John V. NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. John V. Adamson, 59, of New Smyrna Beach passed away January 24, 2014. He was born to Mary (Wolfe) and Douglas Adamson on January 20, 1955 in Rochester. John graduated from Guilderland Central Senior High School in 1973 where he was active in football, lacrosse, track, and basketball. John then attended University at Albany (State University of New York) where he played lacrosse and football and graduated in 1977. As a college football player, he was able to play under Coach Bob Ford, who had a significant influence on his life. He was a hard worker and had a diverse career which included working for Procter and Gamble, Mars, and he was an insurance agent for the past 25 years. John moved to Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., with his wife, Jacklyn R. Adamson (Donelian), and daughter, Julie R. Adamson in 1986, where he began working for Allstate Insurance. In 2003, he briefly retired then moved to his beach house in New Smyrna Beach, and opened a new insurance agency. John was a jovial man who brought joy to everyone's lives he touched. His jokes, laugh, and funny stories were very contagious and will be missed. John enjoyed taking rides in his 1969 Mercury Cougar Convertible, working on projects around his house, crossword puzzles, and hanging out with his friends. John was a beloved father who raised his 10-year old daughter after his wife passed away from lung cancer in 1993. He was also preceded in death by his father, Douglas Adamson. John will be sadly missed by his daughter, Julie R. Adamson (Alec Fabus); brother, Thomas Adamson (Jean Adamson); sister, Judy Zyniecki (Ed Zyniecki); aunt, Florence Snell; nephews, Loren and Dylan Zyniecki; business partner, Tara Corbin, and all of the friends. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Halifax Health-Hospice of Volusia/ Flagler (hovf.org). - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/timesunion-albany/obituary.aspx?pid=169397672#sthash.iPjfK6Hj.dpuf

Adamson, John V. NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. John V. Adamson, 59, of New Smyrna Beach passed away January 24, 2014. He was born to Mary (Wolfe) and Douglas Adamson on January 20, 1955 in Rochester. John graduated from Guilderland Central Senior High School in 1973 where he was active in football, lacrosse, track, and basketball. John then attended University at Albany (State University of New York) where he played lacrosse and football and graduated in 1977. As a college football player, he was able to play under Coach Bob Ford, who had a significant influence on his life. He was a hard worker and had a diverse career which included working for Procter and Gamble, Mars, and he was an insurance agent for the past 25 years. John moved to Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., with his wife, Jacklyn R. Adamson (Donelian), and daughter, Julie R. Adamson in 1986, where he began working for Allstate Insurance. In 2003, he briefly retired then moved to his beach house in New Smyrna Beach, and opened a new insurance agency. John was a jovial man who brought joy to everyone's lives he touched. His jokes, laugh, and funny stories were very contagious and will be missed. John enjoyed taking rides in his 1969 Mercury Cougar Convertible, working on projects around his house, crossword puzzles, and hanging out with his friends. John was a beloved father who raised his 10-year old daughter after his wife passed away from lung cancer in 1993. He was also preceded in death by his father, Douglas Adamson. John will be sadly missed by his daughter, Julie R. Adamson (Alec Fabus); brother, Thomas Adamson (Jean Adamson); sister, Judy Zyniecki (Ed Zyniecki); aunt, Florence Snell; nephews, Loren and Dylan Zyniecki; business partner, Tara Corbin, and all of the friends. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Halifax Health-Hospice of Volusia/ Flagler (hovf.org). - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/timesunion-albany/obituary.aspx?pid=169397672#sthash.iPjfK6Hj.dpuf

Adamson, John V. NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. John V. Adamson, 59, of New Smyrna Beach passed away January 24, 2014. He was born to Mary (Wolfe) and Douglas Adamson on January 20, 1955 in Rochester. John graduated from Guilderland Central Senior High School in 1973 where he was active in football, lacrosse, track, and basketball. John then attended University at Albany (State University of New York) where he played lacrosse and football and graduated in 1977. As a college football player, he was able to play under Coach Bob Ford, who had a significant influence on his life. He was a hard worker and had a diverse career which included working for Procter and Gamble, Mars, and he was an insurance agent for the past 25 years. John moved to Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., with his wife, Jacklyn R. Adamson (Donelian), and daughter, Julie R. Adamson in 1986, where he began working for Allstate Insurance. In 2003, he briefly retired then moved to his beach house in New Smyrna Beach, and opened a new insurance agency. John was a jovial man who brought joy to everyone's lives he touched. His jokes, laugh, and funny stories were very contagious and will be missed. John enjoyed taking rides in his 1969 Mercury Cougar Convertible, working on projects around his house, crossword puzzles, and hanging out with his friends. John was a beloved father who raised his 10-year old daughter after his wife passed away from lung cancer in 1993. He was also preceded in death by his father, Douglas Adamson. John will be sadly missed by his daughter, Julie R. Adamson (Alec Fabus); brother, Thomas Adamson (Jean Adamson); sister, Judy Zyniecki (Ed Zyniecki); aunt, Florence Snell; nephews, Loren and Dylan Zyniecki; business partner, Tara Corbin, and all of the friends. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Halifax Health-Hospice of Volusia/ Flagler (hovf.org).

Published in Albany Times Union on Jan. 30, 2014

- See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/timesunion-albany/obituary.aspx?pid=169397672#sthash.IdNi92ta.dpuf

Adamson, John V. NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. John V. Adamson, 59, of New Smyrna Beach passed away January 24, 2014. He was born to Mary (Wolfe) and Douglas Adamson on January 20, 1955 in Rochester. John graduated from Guilderland Central Senior High School in 1973 where he was active in football, lacrosse, track, and basketball. John then attended University at Albany (State University of New York) where he played lacrosse and football and graduated in 1977. As a college football player, he was able to play under Coach Bob Ford, who had a significant influence on his life. He was a hard worker and had a diverse career which included working for Procter and Gamble, Mars, and he was an insurance agent for the past 25 years. John moved to Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., with his wife, Jacklyn R. Adamson (Donelian), and daughter, Julie R. Adamson in 1986, where he began working for Allstate Insurance. In 2003, he briefly retired then moved to his beach house in New Smyrna Beach, and opened a new insurance agency. John was a jovial man who brought joy to everyone's lives he touched. His jokes, laugh, and funny stories were very contagious and will be missed. John enjoyed taking rides in his 1969 Mercury Cougar Convertible, working on projects around his house, crossword puzzles, and hanging out with his friends. John was a beloved father who raised his 10-year old daughter after his wife passed away from lung cancer in 1993. He was also preceded in death by his father, Douglas Adamson. John will be sadly missed by his daughter, Julie R. Adamson (Alec Fabus); brother, Thomas Adamson (Jean Adamson); sister, Judy Zyniecki (Ed Zyniecki); aunt, Florence Snell; nephews, Loren and Dylan Zyniecki; business partner, Tara Corbin, and all of the friends. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Halifax Health-Hospice of Volusia/ Flagler (hovf.org).

Published in Albany Times Union on Jan. 30, 2014

- See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/timesunion-albany/obituary.aspx?pid=169397672#sthash.IdNi92ta.dpuf

Four UAlbany players garner all-conference honors

10/6/13, Albany,NY- Four UAlbany Rugby players were named to the East Coast Rugby Conference.  Henriquez first team and Gyimesi,Smith and Grant to the second team.

Raphael Henriquez:

Henriquez anchored the back line with excellent defense and explosive offense.  His unselfish style created many opportunities for fellow team members

Gavin Gyimesi:

Gyimesi alternated between lock and 8  man which allowed Albany great flexibility in the pack.  His breaks were pivotal in Albany's attack and he threw in for lineouts.  Great overall play

Herno Smith:

Smith made the switch from flanker to stand off and did an exceptional job.  He led the team in trys scored and proved to be an excellent decision maker.  His timely kicks put tremendous pressure on the opposition.

Ryan Grant:

Grant's outstanding play at fullback allowed Albany to cover and counter attack opposition kick.  Grant's tremendous offensive skills provided Albany with excellent offensive opportunities in the open field.

Danes take early lead but fall to Northeastern U

10/26/13 Albany,NY- Untypical of the Danes, they came out strong in the first half building a 17-5 advantage with 4 minutes left in the first half against Northeastern U.  However the tide would shift with 1 min remaining in the first with a NU try for a 17 -10 score at the half.  

NU would take momentum and the game in the second with Albany only able to get 3 points on the board.  NU would counter with two penalties and two tries for the 30-20 final. 

The Danes got scores from Kimmins, Barends and Henriquez.  Mandel added a penalty and conversion.

Insider notes:  Danes travel to Boston to take on BC.  Day and game time TBA

Danes B upend Union College B

10/23/13. Schenectady,NY- The Danes' B side took on Union College B at Historic Nott Field.   The Danes took the well played match 17-5.  The game was tied late in the first half with a Mike Wolf score set up by a long break by Pat King.   The second half was taken over by the Danes with scores by Cliff Scanlon and Pat King.  Francis Dougherty added a conversion off a drop kick. 

Insider notes:  Danes get back to the ECRC schedule Saturday when they host Northeastern U.

Danes ripped by Middlebury

10/19/13 Albany,NY - ECRC leader Middlebury traveled to Albany to face the Danes on homecoming where they spoiled the festivities with a 78-22 rout.  The strong running of Middlebury's Jake Fluery scored 5 tries and made 6 conversions.  Albany had scores from Smith, Henriquez, Dombrowski and Kimmins.

Insider notes- Albany B's travel to Schenectady Wednesday to take on Union College. The Danes host Northeastern U Saturday for the last home game of the season.  

Danes stung by AIC Yellowjackets

10/12/13 Albany,NY- The AIC Yellowjackets defeated UAlbany,39-27 in an East Coast Rugby Conference match.  AIC took full advantage of poor tacking by the Danes.  AIC center Ben Roach scored 4 tries.  Albany stayed within reach but mistakes would do them in each time they mounted attacks.  Albany would get scores from Smith(2), Henriquez and Grant.  

Albany Insider notes: Danes host Middlebury for homecoming, 1:00 kick off State Quad Club Sports Field.