About
About UCRFC
In Spring of 1971, Meyer Field (later changed to turf and known as Gettler Field) became the site of Cincinnati’s first rugby training and matches. In 1974, Labor Day weekend, The University of Cincinnati’s first match was played. Buck Sheils and Mike Barrett founded the University of Cincinnati Men’s Rugby Club, and still are involved with the program today!
As rugby has grown as a sport in our nation, so has UC Men’s Rugby Club. We now carry a roster of 30-40 members, competing across the nation in both 15’s and 7’s, against elite level competition. In the 2012-2013 season, the team elected to move to Division I Rugby, competing in the MAC conference. This conference consists of teams including Bowling Green, Dayton, Louisville, Miami, Ohio University, IUPUI, and Western Michigan. Over the past seasons, UC has been strong in conference play, making the MAC playoffs the last 2 years. The team welcomes any new members, regardless of any previous experience or knowledge of the sport. Join them in making the history of the UC Men’s Rugby Club.
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Our Mission
Our mission is to support and grow the Greater Cincinnati rugby community.
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Our Vision
Our vision is to provide world-class facilities, training, leadership, and financial support to youth, high school, collegiate rugby, and beyond, for men and women throughout the Midwest.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to establish a legacy of financial support and create opportunities to participate in the rugby community.
Investing Rugby
As a 501c3 non-profit foundation, the MWRDF relies on investment from individuals, groups, and corporations to help accomplish our mission. Investments can be made by volunteering time at events, taking a leadership role, or via a financial contribution. No matter how you choose to invest, your time, money, and effort will go to a great cause benefiting amateur rugby throughout Greater Cincinnati.
Building Rugby
To build a significant structure, you must first have a strong foundation to build upon. This is the approach that the MWRDF takes to the growth of rugby throughout the region. The MWRDF builds this foundation by providing world class rugby fields for practice and games, scholarships for ruggers traveling nationally and internationally, coaching clinics, and by providing balls, jerseys, and equipment to clubs throughout the region.
Stats
MWRDF by the Numbers
$ Distributed
Clubs Supported
Players Impacted
Years Combined Experience
Fundraising
As a 501c3 non-profit organization, the MWRDF raises funds through several different methods including individual donations, corporate sponsorships, community efforts with Kroger Rewards & Amazon Smile, raffles for well known high-end prizes, and events such as the annual euchre tournament.
MWRDF Partners & Sponsors
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