Mixed Ability Rugby Invitational Club

Mixed Ability Rugby Invitational Club Established in 2021, The MARI's were created to bring Players and Coaches together from around the world to play exhibition matches and be part of History

MATCH OFFICIAL SELECTED – DIRK DIETVORSTWe’re delighted to announce that Dirk Dietvorst – MARI Referee #04 has been se...
29/08/2026

MATCH OFFICIAL SELECTED – DIRK DIETVORST

We’re delighted to announce that Dirk Dietvorst – MARI Referee #04 has been selected as a Match Official for our huge fixture in Llanelli this October!

Dirk is no stranger to the MARIs family and we’re absolutely delighted that he’ll be joining us in Llanelli, Wales, taking his place in the middle and playing an important part in what promises to be another special Mixed Ability Rugby occasion.

The MARIs have always been about more than selecting players. Our coaches, management team and match officials are all part of what makes these international Mixed Ability occasions possible.

Welcome to the MARIs family Dirk! 🖤🤍

ABLE. INCLUDED. SELECTED.

MARI’S COACHING & MANAGEMENT TEAM – LLANELLI 2026 The players have been selected… now meet the team who’ll be helping br...
26/08/2026

MARI’S COACHING & MANAGEMENT TEAM – LLANELLI 2026

The players have been selected… now meet the team who’ll be helping bring it all together!

We’re delighted to announce the Coaching & Management Team for the MARIs as we head to Llanelli, Wales this October to take on Llanelli Warriors Women.

COACHING TEAM

Giulia Ponzio – Chivasso Rugby Onlus
Simone Fornaiolo – Chivasso Rugby Onlus
Fiona O’Sullivan – Ballincollig Trailblazers

MANAGEMENT TEAM

Ashley Mulligan – Tour Manager – Malone Tornados
Jamie Evans – Director of Rugby – Llanelli Warriors
Maeve Darcy – Player Liaison – IMAS Ireland
Inge Gueskens – Equipment Manager – Rugbyclub Hasselt
James Evans – Equipment Manager – Llanelli Warriors

These are the people working behind the scenes to make sure our players can enjoy an unforgettable Mixed Ability Rugby experience both on and off the pitch.

📍 Llanelli, Wales
📅 23–25 October 2026
🏉 MARIs vs Llanelli Warriors Women

The team is taking shape… and we’re only just getting started!

🌍🏉 THE MARIs SQUAD IS HERE! 🏉🌍https://youtu.be/iA3XWStROUoThe calls have been made. The players have been selected. The ...
21/08/2026

🌍🏉 THE MARIs SQUAD IS HERE! 🏉🌍

https://youtu.be/iA3XWStROUo

The calls have been made. The players have been selected. The next MARIs are ready. 🖤🤍

We are incredibly proud to announce our latest Mixed Ability Rugby Invitationals squad, bringing together players and coaches from 10 different clubs across 6 countries around the world! 🌎

Different clubs.
Different countries.
Different stories.
ONE SQUAD.

That is what the MARIs are all about — bringing people together through Mixed Ability Rugby, creating friendships that cross borders and giving people the opportunity to represent something truly unique.

Some will be pulling on the MARIs jersey for the first time. Others will be returning to the black and white. But every single person has been selected to represent their club, their country and the values of Mixed Ability Rugby.

🖤 10 CLUBS
🤍 6 COUNTRIES
🌍 ONE INTERNATIONAL SQUAD

Congratulations to every player and coach selected.

Welcome to the MARIs family. 🖤🤍

The next adventure starts here… 👀🏉🌍

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT INCOMING!The wait is nearly over… The next MARIs squad has been selected — and it’s almost time to fi...
19/08/2026

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT INCOMING!

The wait is nearly over…

The next MARIs squad has been selected — and it’s almost time to find out who will be pulling on the famous black and white!

Join us as we welcome the latest players selected to represent the MARIs and reveal the squad heading into our next adventure.

📅 Friday 21st August
⏰ 7PM (BST)

Players from different clubs. Different backgrounds. One squad. One purpose.

Who’s getting the call?

See you Friday at 7PM!

ABLE. INCLUDED. SELECTED.

FIXTURE ANNOUNCEMENTTHE MARIs ARE HEADING TO LLANELLI!The World Meets Welsh Rugby.We are delighted to announce that our ...
09/08/2026

FIXTURE ANNOUNCEMENT

THE MARIs ARE HEADING TO LLANELLI!

The World Meets Welsh Rugby.

We are delighted to announce that our first 2026/27 season tour will see the MARIs Women travel to the spiritual heart of Welsh rugby to take on the Llanelli Warriors Women.

📍 Parc y Scarlets, Llanelli
📅 Saturday 24th October 2026
🕒 Kick-off: 3:00 PM

This promises to be a fantastic celebration of Mixed Ability Rugby, bringing together players from around the world to showcase what our game is all about.

A huge thank you to Llanelli Warriors Women and Scarlets for hosting us—we can't wait to create another unforgettable chapter together. ❤️🖤

If you're in Wales that weekend, come along, make some noise, and be part of something special!

MARIs CLUB NEWSThe wait is nearly over... FIXTURE ANNOUNCEMENTTomorrow | 12:00 PMA new destination. New opponents. Anoth...
08/08/2026

MARIs CLUB NEWS

The wait is nearly over...

FIXTURE ANNOUNCEMENT
Tomorrow | 12:00 PM

A new destination. New opponents. Another unforgettable chapter in the MARIs story.

Be the first to find out where the MARIs will be heading next!

Check in tomorrow at MIDDAY for the official fixture announcement.

🖤🤍

To celebrate the MARIs’ 5th Season, we’re launching an all-new official off-field leisurewear! 🖤🤍Five seasons of bringin...
14/07/2026

To celebrate the MARIs’ 5th Season, we’re launching an all-new official off-field leisurewear! 🖤🤍

Five seasons of bringing together players from around the world.
Five seasons of unforgettable tours.
Five seasons of proving that rugby truly is for everyone.

Keep your eyes on our socials over the coming days as we reveal the full designs and open orders.

Can you help the MARIs? ⚫️⚪️As we celebrate our 5th anniversary, we’re looking for businesses to join us on our journey....
08/07/2026

Can you help the MARIs? ⚫️⚪️

As we celebrate our 5th anniversary, we’re looking for businesses to join us on our journey.

By sponsoring our tour kit, you’ll be helping us continue to break down barriers through Mixed Ability Rugby while gaining fantastic exposure for your business.

🌍 Featured on all MARIs tour kits this season
✈️ Travelling the world, promoting inclusion and our sponsors
📱 Over 1 million social media views
🤝 Sponsorship packages to suit all budgets

If you’d like to support something truly special, we’d love to hear from you.

📞 07531 725655
📧 [email protected]

We are now looking ahead and planning our future events for the next three seasons!We're inviting rugby clubs across the...
02/07/2026

We are now looking ahead and planning our future events for the next three seasons!

We're inviting rugby clubs across the world to register their interest in hosting a MARIs tour.

If your club has the facilities, volunteers and passion for inclusive rugby, we'd love to hear from you.

Complete the form here: https://forms.gle/jMe8PAowokmdCpdE8

Please feel free to share this post with any clubs or contacts who may be interested.

MARI tours are often difficult to summarise... which is why we're always thrilled to see players who find a way to turn ...
11/05/2026

MARI tours are often difficult to summarise... which is why we're always thrilled to see players who find a way to turn the experience into words! Written by the first ever Dutch player to represent the MARIs, here is Joost Koerts on Northern Ireland 2026!

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