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.
Martha Daines
Manager/architect of USA Rugby’s Women’s High-Performance Pathway
USA Rugby/World Rugby Coach Educator and Trainer (1999-present)
Director and Head Coach, USA U18s (2018-present)
Assistant Coach, Senior Women’s National Team (2015-2017)
Head Coach, USA U23s/USA”A”/Collegiate All-Americans
Head Coach, Metropolis Valkyries, Midwest Select Side, University of Minnesota (2000-2007), and Macalester College
US Women’s National Team Player
Martha’s positive energy, determination, dedication and commitment to excellence has made her a legacy in the rugby community. She fosters an environment where players and coaches understand the ‘why’ behind activities at training. When you know that your coach is always giving her best effort, it makes players want to give their best effort and showcase all that we have learned. (Kristin Zdanczewicz)
All photos provided by the award recipient