About the Team

 

Catholic University Men’s Rugby has established itself as a premier Division 3 rugby program within the National Collegiate Rugby (NCR) organization. Competing in the NCR Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference, the team secured conference titles in 2022, 2023, and 2024, consistently maintaining a top 5 national ranking over the past three years. As Regional Champions, their impressive track record includes consecutive appearances in the National Semifinals (2022, 2023), half a decade of "Birddog Cup" victories over rival Loyola Maryland, and undefeated regular seasons characterized by a potent offense and formidable defense. 

Catholic Men's Rugby competes in both the Fall and Spring semesters. The Fall season consists of conference matches culminating in a four-team playoff weekend in November. The winner advances to a 'play-in' game for a chance to enter the national playoffs in the Spring. The national playoffs feature a Sweet 16 and Elite 8 weekend in December, with the Final Four taking place on a separate date during the Spring semester. 
The program also boasts individual accolades, with players earning Collegiate All-American honors and selections to the Mid-Atlantic Sharks All-Star team, reflecting the team's commitment to developing elite rugby talent. However, the program continues to welcome and needs student athletes who are brand new to the game.  The regular infusion of experienced players along with other student athletes, combined with a stable and knowledgeable coaching staff, has enabled Catholic University to sustain a highly competitive and meaningful rugby program.

  • Executive Board

    Executive Board

    President: Andrew Pizzardi

    Vice President: Joseph Petrosino

    Captain: Matthew Giordano

    Treasurer: Ethan Miller

  • Coaches

    Coaches

    Head Coach: John Solomon is entering his 15th year as the head coach of Catholic University's Men's Rugby team! Coach Solomon has led the team to several appearances in the NSCRO regional tournaments and recently coached in the Small College All Star game in 2022!

    Assistant Coach: Tom Lyons is an alumni of Catholic University himself, and also the Head Men's Rugby coach at St. John's College Prep in Washington, D.C. 

  • Recruits

    Recruits

    Anyone interested in finding out more information at the Men's Rugby team should fill out the Men's Rugby Interest Form