1975 Sexist OSU Newsletter
The Old Man, the newsletter of the Ohio State University Men’s Rugby club announced the formation of the Ohio State women’s team. Note the graphic illustration of a female player.
1977 The Pitch
The Tube and the Pitch, two different Ohio State Women’s team newsletters from 1977 show the grassroots organizing, bawdy nature of women’s rugby at the time.
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When you contribute to the U.S. Women’s Rugby Foundation you become part of a movement to support girls and women involved in rugby.
We are a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization.
All donations made are tax deductible.
Taylor Rozman
Age:
28
Hails From:
Madison, WI.
Job That Pays the Bills:
Housing Stability Director at a Nonprofit
Rugby Life:
University of Wisconsin–Madison Women’s Rugby (2012-16)
University of Wisconsin–Madison Women’s Rugby (Captain)
Wisconsin U23 Select Side (Captain)
Leading Like a Boss:
University of Wisconsin–Madison Women’s Rugby (Head Coach 2018-present. In 2022, UW accepted a bid to 7s Nationals for the first time in more than a decade)
Member of Wisconsin’s referee society (2013-present)
Created socially distanced practices and a virtual fitness competition during the pandemic
Why We Love Taylor:
I watched Taylor coach recently and was once again inspired by her leadership, kindness, and poise. It’s clear her players and coaching staff adore her, respect her and put forward their best efforts for her. Since retiring from playing she has become one of the best referees in the state of Wisconsin, consistently handling middle and high school matches, college playoff games as well as senior side, and Select Side games.
All photos provided by the award recipient