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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"Colleges Can Afford You!” Demystifying FAFSA, Financial Aid & College Pathways for Rugby Athletes
Unlock Your Advantage: Financial Aid Strategies for Student‑Athletes. Join this session to demystify financial aid for college and learn important advantages student-athletes have at need-blind institutions.
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May 20, 2026, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM EDT
Zoom
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Across the country, high school athletes—especially girls and crossover athletes from other sports—are quietly stepping away from their dream of playing college rugby. Not because they lack talent, drive, or opportunity, but because they believe college is simply too expensive.
This webinar tackles the real issue: misinformation and confusion about financial aid.
If FAFSA and "need-blind" admissions are overwhelming, you're not alone! We’ll equip high school coaches, parents, and program leaders with the knowledge they need to confidently guide their athletes toward college pathways they can afford.
What You’ll Learn
FAFSA, decoded: What’s changed, what matters, and what every family needs to know
“Need-blind” admissions: What it actually means—and what it doesn’t
Financial aid beyond scholarships: Grants, institutional aid, work-study, and hidden opportunities
How to talk to athletes & families about affordability: Language that opens doors instead of shutting them
Why rugby athletes are uniquely positioned for aid: Leadership, resilience, and the crossover advantage
Who Should Attend
High school rugby coaches
Youth program directors
Parents of rugby athletes
Girls from other sports exploring rugby as a college pathway
Administrators, club leaders, and anyone supporting college-bound athletes
Why It Matters
Too many students are opting out before they even begin the process. With the right information, we can keep athletes in the pipeline, expand access, and ensure no one misses out on the college experience—or the rugby community—because of cost misconceptions.
Don’t let your athletes miss out on their dream college.
We can afford you.
Facilitators: Karen Fong-Donoghue (Rugger's Edge) and Laura Miller, Head Coach, Bowdoin College
This event is free for members, students, and parents; $25 for non-members. Members, please make sure that you are logged in with your membership account information. Not a member and wish to join? Sign up here: https://www.uswrf.org/wrcra-membership
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