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Rugby After High School

College Rugby

Now is the time to plan for college and rugby can be a great avenue to higher education and expanded opportunities. There are hundreds of collegiate rugby programs around the country, offering wonderful higher education opportunities for graduating seniors. The number of scholarships available for rugby players is growing, which offers great possibilities for those students looking to play at a higher level. Look below for information on college rugby programs, and visit the USA Rugby College Rugby page.

Dartmouth College Men's Rugby Team

One of our goals for 2023 is to improve our relationships with the wider high school rugby community, it’s coaches, programs and the student athletes to show them that there is a pathway to Dartmouth and that high performance rugby and an Ivy League education can co-exist.

Dartmouth has extremely competitive admissions, with successful applicants scoring at or above 1480 in the SAT and 33 in the ACT. Dartmouth meets 100% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. See the attached brochure that has more information about our program and Dartmouth College. If you or your student athletes are looking to pair a world class education with an elite college rugby experience we want to hear from you. 

A great way to experience Hanover, New Hampshire is to attend the US Collegiate Development Camp at Dartmouth, hosted each year on campus over the summer. The US Collegiate Development Camp aims to connect student-athletes to the university experience, to introduce athletes to future potential coaches, and to set the framework for managing the student admissions process. Camp is open to all boys age 14-19 and will be held this year on Tuesday June 27th- Friday June 30th, 2023. See the brochure below for the camp and more information can be found at  https://uscdcamp.com.

We look forward to connecting with you. Please let us know if you have any questions .

Kyle Sumsion

Men’s Rugby Head Coach
Dartmouth College

Online: Website * Facebook * Twitter * Instagram
Recruiting: Website * Facilities * Corey Ford Rugby Clubhouse  * Apply * Rugby Questionnaire
Summer Camps: Website

Army West Point Men’s Rugby

Army West Point Men’s Rugby would like to invite you a your team to an online Recruiting Webinar we will be hosting Wednesday December 14th at  830pm EST / 530pm PST.  All the details of the event are in the attached flier.  We’d ask that you kindly share this email with your teams, players and parents so that interested parties can join us and/or share it on team social media accounts.  Thank you and best wishes with your upcoming season.  
 
About Army Rugby and West Point:  We have nationally competitive varsity collegiate rugby program (2022 Division 1 National Champions), one of the strongest academic programs in the country (with admissions assistance and full scholarships), and are widely considered the world’s preeminent leadership development academy.  Recruiting links in my signature and on the flier have more information on our rugby program and the Academy.  We look forward to having you join us on the call if you are interested in learning more. 
 
Can’t make it: We encourage you to sign up for replay video we will sent out (link on flier) and fill our our questionnaire link below in my signature.  
 

Boise State University

BSU in Boise ID is looking for players. Our squad is fast becoming a solid program, and we want to be National Contenders.
 
We are currently working on partial scholarships / in-state tuition for out of state players, along with other avenues for financial assistance, and work. 
 
We are looking for players who are willing to put in the hours it will take to become a successful student athlete. We are specifically looking for tight 5 forwards, scrum halves, and really anyone that will be a good teammate.  
 
For more information, contact BSU Rugby Head Coach Nardus Wessels at boisestaterugby@boisestate.edu
 
Nardus Wessels
Head Coach
Boise State University Rugby

Central Washington University

CWU Rugby

Central Washington University will be hosting an Elite ID Camp for high school girls (Age 14-18)!

The camp will take place Sunday, June 5th at Tomlinson Stadium located right next to the CWU campus. This is an opportunity for athletes to get a feel for Division I Collegiate level rugby, led by Head Coach Matthew Ramirez and Graduate Assistant Leah Ingold.

Please feel free to reach out to CWU Rugby with any questions or concerns!

If you have an athlete that qualifies for free/reduced lunch, please email Leah Ingold for details on a reduced price for the camp.

There are three forms connected to the page at the registration link:

  • Insurance Questionnaire
  • Participant Health and Emergency Info
  • Assumption of Release

Please try to complete that information and email to Leah Ingold before the camp however, there will be extra copies at check-in the day of the camp. They also accept walk-ups the day of camp for any athletes not sure if they can attend because of scheduling conflicts!

Register Here

 
 
She/her/hers 
Women's Rugby Graduate Assistant 
400 E. University Way
Ellensburg, WA 98926

University of Washington

Players:

Check out our  INSTAGRAM,

Fill out our RECRUITING FORM,

Read our FLYER

ARE YOU....?

  • Considering the Pacific Northwest?
  • A strong academic student, and hard-working athlete?

OUR PROGRAM:

  • You'll receive rugby support in medical, nutrition, strength and conditioning, and provide flexibility prioritizing academics
  • We'll help you navigate UW's rigorous admissions process.
  • We offer multiple scholarships worth $4,500.
  • Seawolves guest coaches are regular at practice, along with representatives from our local top men's club.

***This isn't the right fit for everyone, but for the few who are the right fit, we'd love to help you achieve success in the next stage of YOUR rugby journey!

Don't hesitate to reach out directly to me, phone or email! LET'S GO DAWGS!!!!
-Will

Will Wheaton
HUSKY RUGBY CLUB - Men's Head Coach
recruiting@huskyrugby.com | 509.855.6961
huskyrugby.com

The Rugger's Edge

Karen Fong Donoghue is the owner and founder of The Rugger's Edge, an excellent resource for rugby athletic recruiting.  Karen is a professional college admissions counselor who focused on rugby players and can explain the current landscape of collegiate rugby and how your child can leverage his or her rugby talent and admission or scholarship.  Contact Karen at Karen@RuggersEdge.com.

Next Phase Rugby

The Next Phase Rugby platform helps rugby players find suitable schools to reach their potential in the classroom and on the rugby pitch.  Through the platform, coaches can promote their programs and identify players who positively contribute to their institutions and rugby teams.  

Adult Rugby Clubs

Even after high school and college, you can keep playing the greatest game no matter where you are. Below you will find resources to locate a men's or women's club team near you.

For rugby clubs across the United States, visit USA Rugby's Club Rugby page.

For rugby local to the Pacific Northwest, visit the Pacific Northwest Rugby Football Union page.

Giving Back to Rugby

Interested in Giving Back to Rugby?

Rugby players are known for giving back to their rugby community. Would you consider how you can give back to the sport you love? Rugby Oregon is always looking for more willing volunteers to help grow the game.

Here are some of the ongoing needs:

  • Coaches and referees for youth and high school
  • Community enrichment – providing schools and after-school programs with rugby demonstrations.

Contact your local team or organization, or email info@rugbyoregon.com to find out how you can give back to rugby!