College Rugby Opportunity – Eastern University

We wanted to share an opportunity with you from the college level.

Eastern University’s Head Rugby Coach, Taye Daniel-Ayibiowu, recently connected with us and is interested in meeting high school athletes who may want to pursue rugby at the next level.

Eastern University (located just outside Philadelphia in St. Davids, PA) is launching Men’s & Women’s Rugby programs in Spring 2027 and is beginning to build relationships with players who are motivated to develop, compete, and continue their rugby careers in college.

Why Consider Eastern Rugby?

✅ Complete student-athlete support:

• Dedicated strength & conditioning program
• Sports medicine & athletic training staff
• Academic support for student-athletes
• Full access to athletic facilities

✅ Strong academics — 130+ programs at a supportive, Christ-centered university (~10,000 students)

✅ Development-focused coaching — A great environment to grow your game and prepare for college competition under Coach Taye
(Learn more about Coach Taye here)

Whether you’re already competing at a high level or still developing your skills, this is a great opportunity to explore your options early and connect with a college program.

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