Pittsburgh Forge Rugby Club
Forward With Honor
Welcome to the Pittsburgh Forge Rugby Club
Proudly rooted in Pittsburgh since 1964, the Forge is one of the largest and most dynamic rugby clubs in the Midwest. With a legacy of excellence and a passion for the game, we field three competitive Men’s teams and two outstanding Women’s teams.
Our Forge teams compete in Midwest Division 1, with regular playoff appearances and national recognition — including a current #4 national ranking for our Women’s side. We are guided by world-class coaching talent, many of whom contribute at regional and Midwest levels.
We offer well-established pathways for players to develop and gain exposure at higher representative levels, including opportunities with professional squads.
Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new to the sport, there’s a place for you here.
New players are always welcome.
Join the Forge. Build the future of Pittsburgh rugby.
PFRC is a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to fostering participation in Rugby Union in and around the City of Pittsburgh.
Currently, we compete in five divisions; Men’s Division 1, 3, and 4 and Women’s Division 1 & 2.
We also offer youth programming through the South Hills Youth Rugby program!
Stay posted for future expansion of our senior & youth competitions.
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The Forge Tours the UK: London, Oxford, and Edinburgh
While many began their weeks reeling from the clocks ‘springing forward’ to Daylight Savings Time, members of the Pittsburgh Forge Rugby Club chose to counter the biannual clock change with an even more powerful phenomenon: transatlantic jetlag. The Forge, Pittsburgh’s oldest and largest rugby club, traveled across the Atlantic for an unforgettable 9-day tour through […] Read More
Pittsburgh Forge Partners with Blackwell Law Firm
The Pittsburgh Forge Rugby Club is proud to welcome The Blackwell Law Firm as the newest Title Sponsor of the Pittsburgh Forge Rugby Club. As a family-run practice rooted in the Pittsburgh community, The Blackwell Law Firm shares the club’s values of commitment, integrity, and support for local organizations. Their partnership will help strengthen and […] Read More
Seeking Assistant Coaches for Men’s and Women’s Rugby Teams
The Pittsburgh Forge Rugby Club (PFRC) consists of five (5) competitive sides all competing in the MidwestCompetition Region (MCR).; Both the Men’s and Women’s sides are seeking Assistant Coaches, beginning in the Fall 2025season! An Assistant Coach is expected to make a commitment of time, energy, and effort toward the developmentof our Club. Each of […] Read More
Pittsburgh Forge Women’s Rugby Team: The Road to Nationals 2024
The Pittsburgh Forge Women’s rugby team made waves at the USA Rugby Club National Championships in Austin, Texas! With dedication, resilience, and a lot of skill, they powered their way to the final four, marking a significant achievement and showing off their growth and potential on the Division 1 stage. The Journey to Austin The […] Read More
Pittsburgh Forge Looking to Hire Assistant Coaches
[PITTSBURGH, PA] — The Pittsburgh Forge Rugby Club (PFRC) is seeking Assistant Coaches for our men’s sides. An Assistant Coach is expected to make a commitment of time, energy, and effort to the development of players on our Club. For the fall season, which runs from mid-August through mid-November, the Club is expecting to operate […] Read More