2026�Head

Coach Search

Contact:

Kevin Fuller (HRAA President)

Will Wheaton (Director of Rugby)

University of Washington

Men’s Rugby Club

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Seattle, WA

Est. 1963

The University & Program

University of Washington

• Top public research institution�
• Located in Seattle�
• Large national and international student body�
• Strong alumni network

University of Washington

• Competes in D1AA competition�
• Member of USA Rugby�
• Competitive fall season with national pathway�
• Engaged alumni base

Husky Rugby 2022-2025

• Husky Rugby Alumni Association restructures to support current club

• Established the Husky Rugby Scholarship

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• 4 players scholarshipped for Fall 2025
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• Rugby tour to Arizona

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• MTI Physical therapy / UW Sports Medicine

• Three Nationally recognized players: 2 AGR / All 3 selected as CRAA All-Americans.

Vaea Tangitau

Brian Cain Jr.

Jaedan Johnson

2022-2023

2024-2025

2023-2024

Husky Rugby 2025-2026

“No Head Coach wants to end his tenure on such a monumental losing record.

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With a large senior class, and nine 1st and 2nd year players on scholarship, prospects were good. Early injuries to key players and captains, without enough experienced depth to weather it, put us on a very challenging trajectory.

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Losses in our exhibition matches were expected with 4 D1A opponents between Fall and Winter quarters, but the in-conference losses were unexpected. Many were close, some got away from us.

• Faced four D1A opponents

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• 9 players on scholarship
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• Rugby tour to California

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• Strong 1st and 2nd year classes

The win-loss record for our 2nd XV is promising, with growing depth and experience.

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Our scholarshipped players have been injured on average for over half of our season, so we have never seen them all on the field together. I expect that the next head coach will build the program around these players who will be entering years 2 and 3.

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As Director of Rugby, I will work with the Head Coach on recruitment for the following year.”

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- Will Wheaton, D.O.R., Former HC

2025-2026

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Head Coach to:

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This is a leadership role with autonomy and support.

Commitment

Recruiting & Development

Program Management

Core Responsibilities

Performance Leadership

• Design and deliver training along with strength and conditioning program�
• Lead match preparation and selections�
• Conduct film and classroom sessions

• Identify and recruit competitive student-athletes�
• Develop players across their collegiate careers�
• Build internal leadership culture

• Coordinate travel and logistics�
• Ensure compliance with university and USA Rugby requirements�
• Manage kit procurement before Fall Quarter

Collaboration & Support Structure

The Head Coach works closely with:

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• Match previews & recaps�
• Budget coordination�
• Alumni events

• Compliance & scheduling�
• Budget & dues�
• On-campus Recruitment�
• Medical coordination�

The structure is collaborative and delegative, not isolated.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Required

• Collegiate or senior club coaching experience�
• Strong understanding of D1AA competition�
• USA Rugby Level 1 Certification�
• Recruiting experience�
• Strong leadership and organizational skills

Preferred

• D1AA/D1A coaching experience�
• USA Rugby Level 2 certification�
• Experience in university club sports�
• Strength & Conditioning coordination

What Success Looks Like

Year 1

Year 2-3

Application Process

Applicants should submit:

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Please submit information to Kevin Fuller at president@huskyrugby.com