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.
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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.
It's Time to be Part of the Team
Why should YOUR COMPANY become a corporate partner?
Women who play and coach rugby are physically strong, determined and team oriented individuals. These athletes, coaches and supporters are IDEAL CANDIDATES for your company or organization.
Network
Connect with coaches, players, and supporters regionally and nationally.
Visibility
Company branding on USWRF website, social media, annual conference & more.
*Determined by sponsorship level.
Empower
We provide women the opportunity for professional devlopment through the sport of rugby and beyond.
The USWRF is the gateway to the women’s rugby community, providing you with DIRECT ACCESS to coaches, administrators, referees, and players across the United States.
Other Members Include College Programs & Post Graduate Club Teams:
NCAA Rugby Programs, National Collegiate Rugby, Collegiate Rugby Association of America, Women’s Premier League, Premier League 7’s, USAR Women’s Club Rugby
+800
Collegiate Programs & Women's Club Programs
+2,000
Men & Women Coaches Throughout U.S.
+10,890
U.S. Collegiate & Adult Club Athletes
What does your business get for becoming a corporate partner?
You have the opportunity to be in front of a targeted audience that will add value to your company, while also supporting the growth of Women’s Rugby in the United States.
For a $10,000 contribution, the Coach Partnership Package includes:
Corporate Benefits:
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Company Logo/Name on the USWRF Corporate Partnerships web page.
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Company Overview & Link to YOUR current job board listings from our website.
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Introductions & Networking opportunities at USWRF/WRCRA events, regional events, and national events we are participating in.
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Multiple Webinar Recruiting Sessions for your business, hosted by us for our current membership.
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Recruiting/Vendor Table at our 2024 Conference.
2024 Conference Recognition:
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Company Logo/Name recognition during the 3-day event.
Video spotlight and/or digital banner ad during intermissions (files provided by you).
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Company Logo/Name placement throughout the conference (banners, boards, etc.).
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Full-Page Color Ad in the 2024 Conference Program.
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4 Complimentary Tickets ($1,700 value) to our 2024 Conference for networking opportunities.
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Company Logo/Name recognition in all our pre-conference email correspondence
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Social media recognition
Our Corporate Partners
Amy Marks
USWRF Chair of Corporate Partnerships
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The U.S. Women’s Rugby Foundation (USWRF) has appointed Amy Marks, the Executive Vice President of Global Strategy for Symetri, a global provider of digital BIM, product design, and lifecycle technology solutions for the built environment, as its new chair of corporate partnerships.
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In this role, Marks aims to unite companies looking to diversify their workforce by increasing corporate sponsorships of teams, coaches, referees, and players across the country.
Known throughout the world as the Queen of Prefab she played prop at the University of Florida, Northshore WRFC, and Morris Rugby.
Please contact Amy Marks directly if your organization is interested in partnering with USWRF for the annual conference or for other ongoing initiatives.
Thank You to Our Corporate Partners!
