… (This is an Op-Ed by Linda Smith)—Youth and high school rugby teams and organizations are … laws and mandates (and school guidelines) govern what youth and high school rugby clubs and teams can do or not do. … that with the possible transition to a new national youth and high school organization, some board members and …
… community groups within the game. Some of those groups—USA Youth & HS Rugby for one—have not said they will sign and pay … to spur these organizations into action? Likely no as most Youth & HS groups won't be playing for some months. The same … governance structure; developing National Councils across Youth & High School, Collegiate, Senior Club and …
… rugby has been shut down through much of the country, Utah Youth Rugby was able to run a series of modified 7s games for … that needed to be followed by sports organizers. Utah Youth Rugby followed those protocols, and in keeping with the … on check-in. "We achieved the objective," said Utah Youth Rugby President Owen Power. "We got some rugby going. …
… USA Youth & HS (the governing organization for the sport for … and how much it should all cost. A large meeting among Youth & HS representatives were given a presentation by the … been paying in previous years ($35), but is the same for youth players. Rookie Rugby fees increase from $5 to $15. …
… USA Youth & High School Rugby is still evaluating whether to be … money USA Rugby wants for its national office. Many in the youth game have been frustrated with the lack of support from … from the numbers were seeing now—perhaps $1 or $2 off. For Youth & HS that means a base rate of about $18 (we had quoted …
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.