Men's Rugby

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Gaels Beat the Wildcats in the Quarterfinals, and Men’s Rugby Run for the National Championship Continues

SMC defeated Central Washington in a riveting 53–48 match at Saint Mary’s Stadium. Now the Gaels prepare to take on Cal in the semifinals. Read More Here.

by Griffin Snyder ’25, Club Sports Writer | April 12, 2025

A Wild, Back-And-Forth Game Sees Saint Marys Past CWU | Goff Rugby Report

Saint Mary’s rode the rollercoaster once more Saturday, before surviving an enormously talented Central Washington team 53-48.  Read More Here.

SMC Holds off UCLA in 24–17 Victory to Advance in Men’s Rugby Collegiate Playoffs

The Gaels got out in front early and survived a strong comeback effort from the Bruins. Defending national champs SMC will now face Washington State on April 12. And two Gaels are nominated for the Rudy Scholz Award for top collegiate rugby player. Read More Here

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The donations from the Spring Campaign will be put directly into the operations of the program, which supports coaching expenses, tuition assistance,  player development, travel, injury care, and equipment. Everything from buses and flights to tape, rugby balls, and practice equipment, every dollar donated in the Spring Campaign goes directly back to helping the success of Men's Rugby on and off the field. 

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"Your financial support has changed many lives."

"Without the collective strength and contributions of Gael Rugby Nation, we become mere mortals on the college rugby canvas.  The Gael Nation, which was sparse and scattered in September 2001 when I began at SMC, is now a united front.  This unity and support is something which hs deeply touched my soul.  I am grateful for the get fuel you continuously put in my tank.  Your financial support has changed many lives, including mine. over the years and I am the program 'ask' has become part of your 'giving DNA' because what's more important than Saint Mary's Rugby Forever! " -Coach Tim O'Brien