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Tempe Rugby Club

Tempe Rugby Club is a premier rugby union club based in Tempe, Arizona, United States. Established in 1980, the club has grown to become one of the most successful rugby organizations in the Southwest, with competitive teams in men’s, women’s, high school, and youth rugby. Tempe Rugby Club is widely recognized for its role in developing elite rugby talent, with numerous alumni progressing to USA Rugby’s national team system at the youth, high school, and senior levels, as well as competing in professional leagues both domestically and internationally.

History

The Tempe Rugby Club was founded in 1980 and has since become one of the dominant forces in Arizona rugby. Over the decades, the club has expanded its reach to include youth, high school, collegiate, and senior-level teams, making it a key contributor to the growth of rugby in the Southwest United States.

The club has consistently been a top contender in state, regional, and national competitions, winning multiple Arizona state championships and competing in USA Rugby’s National Club Championship Series. Tempe Rugby Club has been instrumental in developing rugby at the grassroots level, offering structured coaching, development pathways, and mentorship programs for young athletes.

Teams and Competition

Tempe Rugby Club fields teams across multiple divisions:

Sr. Men’s Senior Team – Competes in USA Rugby’s national club competitions.
Sr. Women’s Senior Team – A growing program contributing to the expansion of women’s rugby in Arizona and competing in USA Rugby's national club competitions.
High School Boys and Girls Teams – Compete in state, regional, and national tournaments.
Youth Rugby – Developmental programs for younger athletes, including non-contact Rookie Rugby.

The club is an active member of USA Rugby and has played against top-tier competition in the state, regional, and national events.

Notable Alumni

Tempe Rugby Club has an extensive list of alumni who have advanced to the USA Rugby national team system, including selections to the U18, U20, Collegiate All-Americans, and Senior Men’s and Women’s Eagles. Many players have gone on to represent the United States in international test matches, Rugby World Cup qualifiers, and Olympic rugby sevens events.

Additionally, numerous former Tempe players have played professional rugby in both domestic and international leagues, including:

Major League Rugby (MLR) – The premier professional rugby competition in North America.
PRO Rugby – The first professional rugby competition in the U.S. (2016).
European and Southern Hemisphere clubs – Tempe alumni have competed in professional leagues in England, France, New Zealand, and Australia.

Community Impact and Youth Development

Tempe Rugby Club is deeply committed to rugby development at the youth level, partnering with local schools, community organizations, and USA Rugby’s Rookie Rugby program to introduce young athletes to the sport. The club actively promotes rugby education, coaching clinics, and player development initiatives to grow the game in Arizona.

References

https://eagles.rugby

https:www.temperugby.com

https://www.majorleague.rugby/

PRO Rugby