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Isaiah Lolesio-Pua playing for New Brighton in Christchurch, New Zealand.

Crusaders Global Develops Speed, Confidence, and Rugby IQ Says Lolesio-Pua


Already considered a high-level talent in the game, Elijah Lolesio-Pua wanted something more.

A star at Belmont Shore as a high-schooler and now at Long Beach State, Lolesio-Pua was looking for something to raise his level, and coaches fromm both teams suggested he go to the Crusdaers Global Player Residency.

Crusaders Global Academy partner with Next Phase Rugby.

Next Phase Rugby, Crusaders Global Academy Form Partnership

As part of their mission to open up high-level opportunities for young American rugby players, Next Phase Rugby and Crusaders Global Academy have announced a strategic partnership focused on supporting the development of rugby players and coaches in the United States through access to world-class education, training, leadership, and high-performance development opportunities.

Scott Bracken with Crusaders star Ethan Blackadder.

Crusaders Coaching Course About Connection, Standards, and Being Part of the Rugby Family

The Crusaders Global Coaching Course will be held May 18-29 in Christchurch, NZ, and there are still spots available.

This course, which costs about $2,500 (US) for the two-week coaching experience, will bring coaches in to work with Crusaders Global coaches, immerse in the culture of Crusaders Rugby, and elevate their coaching.

Vivian Studdert gets set to pass the ball during the Crusaders Global player residency this past year.
College Women

Crusaders Player Residency Helps Studdert Take a Massive Leap Forward

When the Stanford University women's coaching staff approached Vivian Studdert with the idea that she go to New Zealand for the Crusaders Global Player Residency, her response was essentially, "who, me?"

Killian Mulkern has energized his burgeoning coaching career with the Crusaders program.
College Men

Life-Changing Experience for US Coach at Crusaders Program in NZ

The best Men's D2 college team that didn't get a spot in the playoffs is almost certainly Miami of Ohio, and there are a few reasons for that.

While Miami didn't make the playoffs because they were a close second in a conference that only got one bid to the postseason, Head Coach Killan Mulkern's squad played with intelligence, experience, and something extra.

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