Bellingham, Wash. (Press Release)— CRAA D1AA champions Western Washington University has announced that it will move to the College Rugby Association of America D1A competition, beginning next season.
The decision comes on the heels of a historic 2025-2026 campaign in which the Vikings captured the CRAA’s D1AA National Championship, capping off a dominant season and signaling the program’s readiness to compete at the sport’s top collegiate level.
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“This is a deliberate step forward for our program,” said Adam Roberts, Head Coach. “After winning a national championship, we believe the time is right to challenge ourselves against the best teams in the country. Moving to D1A aligns with our long-term vision for competitive excellence and player development.”
This move reflects Western Washington’s commitment to elevating its level of competition and embracing the demands of top-tier collegiate rugby. D1A features many of the nation’s premier programs and is widely considered the pinnacle of the college game in the United States.
