THIS SATURDAY: Husky Rugby Club Day, a 'Landmark' Home Opener
The wait is nearly over! This Saturday, October 24, Husky Rugby welcomes alumni, friends, families, and the wider rugby community to campus for Club Day — a special day celebrating Husky Rugby, reconnecting with our alumni community, and supporting the next generation of Dawgs.
The occasion marks the program’s first official home game of the 2026 D1AA conference season. Matches will be played on a grass pitch that could become the future home of Husky Rugby at the University of Washington.
We want to see as many Husky Rugby alumni, friends, and supporters on the sidelines as possible. Come out, reconnect with old teammates, bring the family, and help create a great atmosphere for this important day in the club’s history.
A Potential New Home for Husky Rugby
Club Day represents an exciting step forward for the program as student leadership and the Husky Rugby Alumni Association continue working with the IMA and University on plans to have a 'rugby first' field at UW.
The day will also feature new, professional-grade, World Rugby-approved goalposts, adding to the excitement around what could be an important new chapter for the Huskies.
“We have been prepping for this weekend for some weeks now,” commented Head Coach Ray Keane. “The student leadership and the alumni leadership have worked with the IMA and University to identify a field that may become home for the program in the future. Along with new professional-grade goalposts, we are anticipating a great day celebrating community and collegiate rugby.”
For alumni and supporters, Saturday is an opportunity to see this progress firsthand while showing the current players the strength of the Husky Rugby community.
A Full Day of Rugby
The action begins with an exciting international matchup as the nationally ranked Eastside Lions take on a select touring side from Emanuel School of London, UK. The game promises to be a fitting opener, showcasing the quality of rugby in our region and the international connections that make the sport special.
The main event follows as the University of Washington Huskies take on regional rivals Western Washington University in the first home D1AA conference game of the 2026 season.
“We know WWU’s players and staff well and anticipate a tough test for this memorable opener at the University,” continued Keane. “Having recently been promoted to D1A, WWU will come prepared, having traveled away to Oregon last weekend.”
With conference play underway, a familiar rival visiting campus, and the possibility of a new home field on the horizon, the stage is set for a memorable afternoon of Husky Rugby.
Come Support the Dawgs
Club Day is also an opportunity to bring the Husky Rugby family together. Whether you played for UW decades ago, graduated recently, have supported the program from the sidelines, or are a family member of a current player, we want you there. For Husky Rugby alumni, a dedicated tent will offer a warm welcome back to old teammates, complete with libations and snacks to fuel the legendary stories, tall tales, and memories that only Husky Rugby can inspire.
“We look forward to welcoming the Husky Rugby community to support our players and our program and see firsthand what our potential new home-field experience is like,” said Kevin Fuller, President of the HRAA.
The history of Husky Rugby stretches back to 1963, built on generations of players, coaches, volunteers, and supporters. Saturday is a chance to celebrate that legacy while helping build the future of the program. For Husky Rugby Alum, there will be a dedicated tent.
Join Us This Saturday for Club Day!
When: October 24th 2026
Where: University of Washington Recreation Field #2 (2848–2856 NE Clark Rd, Seattle, WA 98195, field by Heliport and UW Golf range)
Schedule:
11.00am; Eastside Lions, Seattle V’s Emanuel School London
1:00pm; University of Washington Husky Rugby V’s Western Washington University (D1AA)
2:30pm; University of Washington Husky Rugby (B-side) V’s Western Washington University (B-side)
4:00pm; Post Game Social at The Duchess Tavern” 2827 NE55th St, Seattle WA 98105
Bring your family, reconnect with old teammates, wear your purple and gold, and join us for a full day of rugby and community.
Your support matters. A strong crowd will make this first home conference game even more memorable for our players and help demonstrate what Husky Rugby means to the UW community.
Let's get the Husky Rugby family back together. Let's support the Dawgs. We'll see you Saturday!
Go Huskies!
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