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.
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We are a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization.​
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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.
2026 CONFERENCE
Save the date: January 16th through 18th, 2026
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.
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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.
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PLUS! Friday night cocktails and Q and A with stars of the game; Saturday evening cocktail reception; Vendors, silent auction, and giveaways.
Rates:
Early
through Nov 30
Regular
Dec 1 to Jan 15
Onsite
Jan 16 to Jan 18
Members
$333.38
$389.63
$442.13
Pioneers & Champions
$333.38
$389.63
$442.13
Non-Members
$444.50
$519.50
$589.50
Group Packages
Flat Rate:
$3,800
*Email us at wrcra.info@gmail.com for student registration
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 Jan 3, 2026
Awards Banquet & Museum
Members
Pioneers & Champions
Non-Members
$187.50
$187.50
$250
These do not include access to any of the conference sessions, only the Awards Banquet and Museum on Saturday night.
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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.info@gmail.com.
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
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 PayPal dropdown menu of options where you can choose your sponsorhip level.
Address for Payment or Donations By Check:
US Women's Rugby Foundation, 1735 Adolphus Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
WRCRA CONFERENCE
Thank you all! Shout out to all of our WRCRA members, speakers, awardees and their guests, for another wonderful conference!
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.
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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.
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PLUS! Saturday evening cocktail reception; Vendors, silent auction, and giveaways.
Rates:
Early
through Dec 31
Regular
Jan 1 to Jan 16
Onsite
Jan 17 to Jan 19
Members
$296.25
$352.50
$390.00
Pioneers & Champions
$296.25
$352.50
$390.00
Non-Members
$395.00
$470.00
$520.00
Students
$250
$250
$250
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Email us at wrcra.info@gmail.com for student registration
Group Rates
Email us at wrcra.info@gmail.com for group rates
(5-10 people)
Awards Banquet & Museum Only
These registrations do not include access to any of the conference sessions or events beyond the awards banquet and museum.
Members
Pioneers & Champions
Non-Members
$150
$150
$200
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?
Networking
Visibility
Support