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.
Support us today!
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.
Support us today!
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.
Community Building: Hundreds of attendees across three generations of women’s rugby; Regional gatherings of coaches, administrators, referees, and fans; Job preparation support, advising; Awards banquet; Pop up museum of women’s rugby history.
Education: Three days of interactive sessions; Tracks for coaches, administrators, referees and others; Maps and directories of women’s teams and coaches; Hear from leaders at World Rugby and USA Rugby.
PLUS! Friday night cocktails and Q and A with stars of the game; Saturday evening cocktail reception; Vendors, silent auction, and giveaways.
2027 CONFERENCE
January 15th - 17th, 2027 | Minneapolis, MN
Community Building: Hundreds of attendees across three generations of women’s rugby; Regional gatherings of coaches, administrators, referees, and fans; Job preparation support, advising; Awards banquet; Pop up museum of women’s rugby history.
Education: Three days of interactive sessions; Tracks for coaches, administrators, referees and others; Maps and directories of women’s teams and coaches; Hear from leaders at World Rugby and USA Rugby.
PLUS! Friday night cocktails and Q and A with stars of the game; Saturday evening awards dinner; Vendors, silent auction, and giveaways.
Ticket Pricing:
Early
Sep 16 - Nov 30
Regular
Dec 1 to Jan 14
Onsite
Jan 15 to Jan 17
Members
$336
$390
$441
Pioneers & Champions
$336
$390
$441
Non-Members
$448
$520
$588
Students*
The WRCRA Conference has a limited number of discounted registrations for full-time students who are not members of WRCRA.
Interested in a student registration? Email us at wrcra@uswrf.org.
Group Packages
The WRCRA Conference has a limited number of packages for group of 5-10 individuals registering together from a single team or other organized entity.
Packages require a single flat-rate payment with a code provided to the group for up to 10 individuals to register. All individual registrations from the group must be received by January 3, 2027. Unused individual registrations from a group will be used for need-based attendee scholarships after January 3, 2027.
Rates for Awards Banquet & Museum Only
Flat Rate:
$250
The WRCRA Conference has a limited number of registrations for individuals wanting to attend the awards banquet and visit the museum on Saturday night only. These registrations do not include access to any of the conference sessions or events beyond the awards banquet and museum.
Individual tickets can be purchased through the registration process. If you're interested in purchasing a table for the awards banquet, please email us at wrcra@uswrf.org.
Sponsorship Opportunities
You have the opportunity to be in front of a targeted audience, and support, the growth of Women’s Rugby in the United States. Did you miss being a sponsor this year? Get in early for next year!
Why should YOU become a sponsor?
Unmatched Visibility
Authentic Engagement
Lasting Impact
Corporate Tiers:
For a $15,000 contribution, The Platinum Sponsorship includes:
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Logo/Name, link & information on USWRF website Corporate Sponsorship and/or WRCRA 2026 Conference pages;
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Introductions & Networking opportunities at events with current leagues and teams both regionally and nationally;
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2026 Webinar Recruiting Session for your business to our current membership;
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2026 Conference Sponsorship Designation: Sponsored by: [YOUR NAME HERE];
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Reserved Exhibitor Table at 2026 Conference;
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Recognition at all meals including Awards Dinner;
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Video spotlight and/or banner ad during intermissions (provided by sponsor);
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Logo placement throughout the 2026 Conference;
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Full-page color ad in the 2026 Conference program;
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Reserved table at awards banquet & 8 Complimentary tickets to the 2026 Conference ($3,650 value);
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Recognition in all our Pre & Post Conference email correspondence;
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Four Social posts across all platforms;
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Logo + 100 word description on website;
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Signed jersey from a former Olympian.
You will be redirected to a menu of options where you can choose your sponsorhip level. Unclick all invoices and select your sponsorship level invoice.
Additional Sponsorship Options:
Are you looking to tie your name to a specific event or item at our 2027 conference? We have opportunities for all of our supporters!
Showcase your business with an exhibitor table at our 2027 Conference!
Each $3,000 Exhibitor Package includes:
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Exhibitor designation on signage
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Logo, name, and link on the USWRF website Corporate Sponsorship and 2027 WRCRA Conference pages
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Logo/name in the 2027 digital Conference program
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Recognition in all Pre- and Post-Conference email correspondence
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Two social media posts across all USWRF/WRCRA platforms
You will be redirected to a menu of options where you can choose your sponsorhip level. Unclick all invoices and select your sponsorship level invoice.
Address for Payment or Donations By Check:
US Women's Rugby Foundation, 1735 Adolphus Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
