… Goff Rugby Report is still fielding comments regarding youth and high school rugby - comments USA Rugby is … But today we will address the issue of select sides on the youth level. This article is meant to reflect what others … single state. The trend has been encouraged by USA Rugby’s Youth & HS department (especially Manager Kurt Weaver) …
… The Utah Cannibals, Utah Youth Rugby’s representative teams comprised of the top High … in the Roslyn Park 7s, the world’s most challenging 7s Youth Tournament. The U18 boys and U18 girls will then …
… It’s time to follow up on my column about youth rugby and USA Rugby’s efforts to solicit opinions about … the subject, drawing as one of my main sources USA Rugby Youth & HS Director Kurt Weaver’s own documentation on the … for privacy’s sake, but everyone who I quote below is a youth or HS coach or administrator. The main issues …
… in all of these aspects, I’ve been around a long time in youth and HS rugby. I’ve got some opinions on what people … because if you don’t, then the decisions made in how the youth game is directed will be made without you. Which Way the Wind is Blowing Have a look at the current Youth Rule Variations produced by USA Rugby’s head of Youth & …
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.