What's Coming Up for Husky Rugby in 2026

Happy New Year, Husky Rugby community. As we kick off 2026, we want to take the time to thank you for your continued support and commitment to the program. The year ahead brings competition, stronger connections, and continued growth for Husky Rugby. We look forward to the challenges ahead and building this together.

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‍California Tour: Match Preview & Schedule

‍January kicks off with the California Tour, where the Dawgs will train and compete against top programs.

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January 13: Trips begins with a scrimmage against Saint Mary’s College (SMC) in Concord at 3/3:30 PM.

January 14: Film review and an AM training session with Tim O’Brien at SMC.

January 15: The team heads south to Santa Cruz for an evening match at Cabrillo College, along with free time and alumni connection opportunities.

‍January 16: A day trip to San Francisco before returning at 2 PM to Santa Cruz for an alumni BBQ and dinner.

January 17: The tour wraps up with a match at San José State (game time TBD), followed by a potential post-match BBQ with players, supporters, and alumni.

‍January 18: The team returns home.

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Throughout the trip, the team will stay at the Clarion Hotel Concord/Walnut Creek (Jan 13–14), Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Cruz (Jan 14–17), and Aloft Santa Clara (Jan 17–18).

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‍Reminder: Alumni Weekend & Purple & Gold

‍Looking further ahead, be sure to mark your calendars for Husky Rugby Alumni Weekend, April 24–26, 2026. This special weekend will also feature the Purple & Gold event, highlighted by a doubleheader on Friday, the Purple & Gold Dinner on Saturday, and— for those willing—touch rugby with the team on Sunday. Alumni Weekend continues to be one of the most meaningful times of the year, bringing generations of Huskies together to celebrate the program and the community that makes it special.

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We’re excited about what 2026 has in store and can’t wait to share it with you. Go Dawgs!