Arabian Gulf hero James Love signs for JA Dragons
Gulf Rugby's prodigal son returns to the Middle East committing to play for the JA Dragons. James was part of the team that defeated Hong Kong in the Asian 5 nations, a night to remember for the Bahrain born full back. Along with numerous HSBC Dubai Sevens caps against some of the worlds best teams.
A professional rugby career beckoned and after stints at Plymouth Albion, London Scottish and a short time in Hong Kong James comes to the JACOE with heaps of experience and lots of rugby left in him.
Welcome James.
Wasps withdraw from Community League
Dubai Wasps have withdrawn from the UAE Community League due to mounting financial pressure.
Read more here
First 15 fixtures released
The fixtures for the Jebel Ali Dragons have been released with a huge opening game against current Champions Abu Dhabi to start the season.
2017/18 Membership Costs Announced
2017/18 Polo Shirt
Due to the overwhelming support from our sponsors and club members over the off season we have frozen all membership fees for this season.
If payment is made via bank transfer before 1st of September Senior membership is as follows;
Senior Member 1400 Dhs
Social Member 500 Dhs
Memberships after the 1st of September will be set at 1600 Dhs
With your membership you will receive;
International standard coaching, full Insurance, travel, water, physio support
Polo Shirt, Training vest, Playing shorts, Playing socks, Calf length training socks, Sevens shirt (if selected). First 30 members will receive a free Towel Bucket hat!
You can view the apparel here https://www.thedragonsrfc.com/201718-stash/
Dragons stash store opens!
For the first time ever you will now be able to purchase Dragons kit click below to get purchasing
JA Dragons unveil 25th Anniversary Kit
Teaming up with Tsunami and their Eco range of apparel that uses recycled plastics in the manufacturing of their kit the JA Dragons have produced a 25th anniversary playing kit. The first and third teams will continue to use the traditional blue but this year the second team will be wearing a kit that will be a nod to the first ever Dragons playing shirt.
This years sevens shirt along with being traditional will also carry our famous Bula print.
In the coming days there will also be the opportunity to purchase extra items through the online store that Tsunami will provide us.
There will be an announcement when this is up and running if people want to purchase further kit this season. Stay tuned to our facebook page and website for further news.
A throwback to the first ever Dragons strip
New Eco friendly first team kit
Captain fantastic passes the baton
AGM Appointments
The 2017 AGM has seen the following people stand down from roles.
Mike Lewis - Chairman
Paul Hart Director of Rugby
Stuart Quinn - Club Captain
The following people have been elected to fullfil the following positions.
Stuart Quinn - Chairman
Henry Paul - Director of Rugby
Kiran Wilkinson - Fixtures secretary
Simon Tyler Club Captain
Ben Pryor and Olly reynolds continue as Secretary and treasurer respectively.
Nezsaussie announce 2017/18 Sponsorship
Premium Sports Bar Nezsaussie has announced its sponsorship of the Jebel Ali Dragons for the 2017/18 season.
Both Bars (Address Marina and Downtown) will now be considered homes for the players and families of the Dragons. As a sports oriented bar it seemed a perfect match and mutually beneficial too both parties.
The Jebel Ali Dragons look forward to promoting the venue through out the season and of course enjoying their products after games!
