OFFICIAL RECRUITERS
RUGBY PROGRAMS RECRUITING AT THE TROPICAL 7s
RECRUITER: USA RUGBY
COUNTRY: USA
RECRUITER TYPE: National Union
RECRUITING FOR: Mens, Womens and age grade rugby programs
DETAILS: USA Rugby is the national governing body for the sport of rugby union in the United States. Its role is to achieve and maintain high levels of quality in all aspects of rugby. USA Rugby is responsible for the promotion and development of the sport in the U.S., and promotion of U.S. international participation.
CONTACT: Brendan Keane
TEL: +1 720-263-2433
EMAIL: membership@usa.rugby
WEBSITE: www.usa.rugby
RECRUITER: Siena College
COUNTRY: USA
RECRUITER TYPE: University
RECRUITING FOR: Mens & Womens rugby programs
DETAILS: Mens D1 collegiate, men NCR national quarterfinals 2023 Womens D2 collegiate, NCR national last 16 2023
CONTACT: Greg Matthew
TEL: +1 518-527-7103
EMAIL: gmatthew@siena.edu
WEBSITE: https://sienasaints.com/sports/rugby
RECRUITER: Trinity Western University
COUNTRY: CANADA
RECRUITER TYPE: University
RECRUITING FOR: Mens & Womens rugby programs
DETAILS: Located in beautiful British Columbia, Canada, Trinity Western Rugby competes with the best schools in North America. Men's 15s - Canadian University Men's Rugby Championships & USA D1A competition & international competitions. Women's 7s compete in Canada West 7s Circuit and international tournaments. Both are full varsity programs with athletic scholarships available. Contact us @Twurugby today!
CONTACT: Andrew Evans
TEL: +1 250 516 4779
EMAIL: andrewevans@twu.ca
WEBSITE: www.gospartans.ca
RECRUITER: Newberry College
COUNTRY: USA
RECRUITER TYPE: University
RECRUITING FOR: Women's rugby program
DETAILS: Newly developed collegiate rugby program competing in NCAA D2. Located in Newberry, South Carolina Program began it's first developmental year in 2022 Our inaugural 15s season will begin in the fall of 2024. Contact Coach Enright for more information about scholarships and joining the team!
CONTACT: Eric Enright
TEL: +1 281-536-6267
EMAIL: eric.enright@newberry.edu
WEBSITE: https://www.newberry.edu/
RECRUITER: Army West Point
COUNTRY: USA
RECRUITER TYPE: University
RECRUITING FOR: Men's rugby program
DETAILS: Established in 1961 Army Men's Rugby provides a Division 1 athletic experience that develops leaders of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, and Country. Army Rugby is a varsity program, fully supported by the athletic department, that competes in the Rugby East D1A Rugby competition. Army Rugby has access to premier facilities, coaching, performance support, top-tier academics, and is ranked #1 in class size & most accessible professors in the country.
CONTACT: Jake Mizell
TEL: +1 563-605-0990
EMAIL: jacob.mizell@westpoint.edu
RECRUITER: MacDowell Rugby
COUNTRY: Canada
RECRUITER TYPE: Academy
RECRUITING FOR: Mens & Women rugby program
DETAILS: MacDOWELLRUGBY Academy is a full time school-based rugby program where students can earn phys-ed and leadership credits towards their high school diploma. Our program is holistic and focuses on rugby skill development, physical and mental health, and developing both academic and life skills that will help students achieve their goals and dreams. Student-athletes are supported daily by a full team of staff to meet all their needs on and off the field, including rugby skills, strength and conditioning, and mental skills coaches, as well as teachers and support staff.
CONTACT: Robin MacDowell
TEL: +1 250-507-0997
EMAIL: robin@macdowellrugby.ca
RECRUITER: Cardiff Metropolitan University
COUNTRY: UK
RECRUITER TYPE: University
RECRUITING FOR: Mens & Women rugby program
DETAILS: Cardiff Metropolitan University has a long history of nurturing and developing rugby athletes. The Men's team has expanded to 12 teams, playing from the top level in UK University sports as well as national leagues. There are 2 women's team at present, with the ambition to expand this, they play in the top UK University sports leagues. Both our Men's and Women's rugby teams are part of the University's Performance Sports. Within the clubs players are identified and placed in a High-Performance Group allowing them to achieve the highest standards while having the additional support of Strength and Conditioning programmes, Athlete Lifestyle Support, Nutritional Support and Medical Support.
CONTACT: Rob Alexander
TEL: +44 755-200-5654
EMAIL: americas@cardiffmet.ac.uk
WEBSITE: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk
RECRUITER: Palmer College of Chiropractic
COUNTRY: USA
RECRUITER TYPE: University
RECRUITING FOR: Mens & Women rugby program
DETAILS: Palmer College Rugby Club is an open club for men and women who want to join. The program focuses mainly on individuals that want to pursue a career in chiropractic and offers scholarships to individuals who play while they study.
CONTACT: Alex Lourens
TEL: +1 515-443-4716
EMAIL: alexander.lourens@palmer.edu
RECRUITER: Aquinas College
COUNTRY: USA
RECRUITER TYPE: University
RECRUITING FOR: Women rugby program
DETAILS: We are a D1 varsity program in Grand Rapids, MI. With a new coach, we have geared towards competing in 15's in the Fall and 7's in the Spring.
CONTACT: Dani Harris
TEL: +1 616-648-5904
EMAIL: harrisd@aquinas.edu
RECRUITER: Rugby Academy Ireland
COUNTRY: Ireland
RECRUITER TYPE: Academy
RECRUITING FOR: Mens & Women rugby program
DETAILS: Experience European rugby in Ireland, through our part and full time rugby development program.
CONTACT: Johan Taylor
TEL: +353 864-129-196
EMAIL: Johan@rugbyacademyireland.ie
WEBSITE: Www.rugbyacademyireland.ie
RECRUITER: American International College
COUNTRY: USA
RECRUITER TYPE: University
RECRUITING FOR: Mens & Women rugby program
DETAILS: AIC boasts a DI Men's program and a NCAA Varsity Women's DII program. Both programs are school funded and offer multiple forms of scholarship. Our DI Men's players have been selected to age grade USA Rugby National Team rosters. Our alumni have represented the US Senior National Team and professional teams including MLR & PR7's teams. AIC's Varsity Women's DII program has players who currently compete for positions in the age grade USA Rugby National Team rosters and the Ireland National Team. Director of Rugby, Coach T Fletcher, has represented the U.S. internationally and is a current PR7's Coach.
CONTACT: Jameson Bonti
TEL: +1 860-878-7469
EMAIL: jameson.bonti@aic.edu
RECRUITER: Niagara University
COUNTRY: USA
RECRUITER TYPE: University
RECRUITING FOR: Mens & Women rugby program
DETAILS: Niagara University is a small catholic university nestled on the Niagara River in north Buffalo just 8 minutes away from Niagara Falls. With the university's support, our goal is to recruit prospects interested in getting a degree at a top university while playing rugby. Within the next 18 months, both our men and women's programs will be Division I rugby programs.
CONTACT: David Chapman
TEL: +1 315-750-8219
EMAIL: dchapman@niagara.edu
WEBSITE: www.nurugby.com
RECRUITER: SJ Pathways
COUNTRY: USA
RECRUITER TYPE: Academy
RECRUITING FOR: We are a new u23 and u19 program in Arlington, VA . With a new coach,fields and equipment geared towards competing in 15's in the Spring and Fall and 7's in the Summer. If you are taking a gap year and interested in playing Mens or Women's program with Mid Atlantic Rugby Football Union.
CONTACT: Steve Johnson
TEL: +1 720-297-5021
EMAIL: steve@sjpathways.com
WEBSITE: www.sjpathways.com