Join the Scrum: Support the NAU Ladysharks Rugby

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Strength, Spirit, and Rugby at NAU

Meet the Ladysharks

We are the Ladysharks Rugby Team! For over 45 years, we’ve been one of the oldest student clubs on campus and remain the only women’s rugby team in Flagstaff. After a strong season, we were recently promoted to Division 2 competition, a huge step forward for our program.

Our team welcomes all NAU students, Flagstaff community members, and players of every experience level.

This shows the full team standing in 2 lines at the end of a game.

More than a Game

Rugby is more than competition. The Ladysharks are committed to building a supportive community centered on personal growth, interpersonal connection, and body positivity

We take pride in our community service, regional networking with other women’s rugby programs, and our role in growing the sport here in Northern Arizona.

(left) This shows the 5 members of the Ladysharks Board in a line smiling.; (right) This photo shows a player getting lifted into the air with a ball in her hands.

Keep Us Charging Forward

As a self-funded club, we rely on player dues to keep the team going. To keep rugby accessible, we work hard to keep dues low, but athletics are expensive. This year, your donations will help us:

  • Purchase new hitting pads, balls, practice shirts, ball bags, and a scrum sled
  • Sponsor teammates who need financial assistance with dues
  • Compensate athletic trainers and photographers
  • Reimburse players for travel expenses such as hotels and gas
  • Other club activities and needs

Your support keeps the Ladysharks strong both on and off the field.

This shows a player instructing the team on how to properly throw a rugby ball.

Thank You for Your Generosity!

We greatly appreciate your support of our organization. Thank you for supporting the Ladysharks! Your generosity makes it possible for us to continue competing, building community, and empowering our players through rugby. 

With your help, we can keep growing the sport and making history in Flagstaff!

Levels
Choose a giving level

$20

Strength in Numbers

Every donation helps and builds a strong base of support.

$60

Athletic Trainer

Having a trainer on hand at games keep our players safe and ensures immediate medical attention.

$150

Sponsor a Player

Covers the dues for a teammate in need of financial assistance.

$200

Hitting Pads

Due to weather, all our currents pads have molded and are unsafe for use. These contribute to safety during practice.

$500

Referees

Rugby referees are few and far between, their expertise is in high demand and therefore quite expensive.

$2,000

Travel Expenses

This includes hotels and gas expenditures for tournaments in other states.

$3,000

Scrum Sled

This is a training device used to prevent injury and strengthen athletes. Our current sled is deteriorating and is unsafe for use.