… The 2026 National Youth 7s has expanded a little bit since last season and … wide range of states. Surprises and Thrillers in National Youth 7s Three Champions Crowned at Youth 7s Nationals This year, Panther features mostly players …
… California is, at the very least, the second-largest Youth and HS region in American rugby. Goff Rugby Report … Dalena's vision for rugby in Northern California covers youth, high school clubs, events, more teams, more players, …
… MVP and state champion at scrum half, he also coaches youth players and has logged 50+ hours of community service … introduced him to the game, and Max walked into an Atlanta Youth Rugby open day and found the community he had been … and works as a counselor at a music camp for at-risk youth. His story of personal transformation through rugby is, …
… the girls game nationwide.” David Pool, President of USA Youth and High School Rugby, commented “The momentum behind … generated by the Girls Committee and our hosts in Utah Youth Rugby is building something truly special, and Girls … and hard work done behind the scenes. I want to thank Utah Youth Rugby and their partners, USA Youth & High School Rugby …
As a 17-year-old Spencer Huntley required a waiver to play for the USA U20s, an indication of how he was rated in the USA age-grade pathway. He got that waiver and impressed for the USA U20s, and then moved up to the USA U23s. He led the San Diego Mustangs to a national HS Club championship in 2024.
He also played in the SoCal single-school league for Cathedral Catholic.
Hope Rogers began playing rugby at age 16 in high school and continued to compete during her time at Penn State University. There, she won four National Championships, was crowned MVP on two occasions, was named to the USA Under-20s and earned Collegiate All-American honors for four years. Rogers was also an impressive discus player during her senior year in high school where she broke a school record and won Gold at Districts for the sport.
Nathan Caruso is a steady, smart fly half who drives Villanova’s attack with calm decision-making and a reliable skill set. He’s been central to Villanova’s success in the MARC, controlling tempo and keeping the team organized under pressure.
Tonga Kofe is one of the most promising young front-rowers to come out of the American rugby pathway. A powerful and hard-working prop, he rose through the Utah Warriors development system.
Ray Santiago has emerged as one of RPI’s most influential forwards, a player whose size, athleticism, and rapid development make him stand out in the Division II landscape.
Christy Ringgenberg is one of the most accomplished and versatile players to wear the USA jersey, earning recognition on the Goff Rugby Report All-Time American list for her impact on both 15s and 7s.