The Pittsburgh Forge Rugby Club (PFRC) consists of five (5) competitive sides all competing in the Midwest
Competition Region (MCR).;
- Men’s – Division I, Division III, Division IV
- Women’s – Division I, Division II
Both the Men’s and Women’s sides are seeking Assistant Coaches, beginning in the Fall 2025
season! An Assistant Coach is expected to make a commitment of time, energy, and effort toward the development
of our Club. Each of the Club’s sides participate in Midwest league competition during the Fall season, with USAR
playoffs occurring the following Spring, if a berth is achieved. Due to this seasonality of our competitive region,
Spring seasons consist of a mixture of friendly matches, tours, tournaments, select side competition and, if a USAR
Playoff berth is earned, qualifying matches. The Club participates in competitive and social 7’s competitions
throughout the Summer.
PFRC practices twice per week in the evenings during the Spring and Fall seasons, which run from March-May and
August-November, respectively. During the Fall league season, each side typically plays in an average of 6 – 10
league matches per season, depending on the division in which they participate. Locations of away fixtures during
league seasons can vary per side, with higher divisions typically being required to undergo more distant travel
throughout the Midwest. Friendly matches, tournaments, and playoffs have taken the Club to destinations including
but not limited to Tennessee, Wisconsin, Florida and Canada.
Assistant Coaches will be expected to help lead the team in providing development to all of the Club’s players,
regardless of level and skill. Furthermore, Assistant Coaches must work with each division level within their
respective side to implement the same game strategy for all players in the Club.
Expectations of an Assistant Coach include:
- Level 1 (formerly L200) required; Level 2 (formerly L300) preferred.
- Work within (and be able to aid in the development of) the scheme developed by each respective side’s Head Coach, and duly administer the game plan and tactics to players
- Ability to create game strategies and develop players of all skill levels
- Must be able to function independently as a game manager for lower sides when the match times and/or locations are in conflict with those of the higher sides
- Must be able to coach both forwards and backs
- Regular attendance at games and training is required
- Must have strong leadership and communication skills
What we have to offer to you:
- Seasonal stipend commensurate with experience
- 12 month contract
- Atmosphere of competitive players willing to constantly learn
- Large alumni network for professional connections (see “Note” below)
- Professionally administered club with an active Board of Directors
If interested, please provide the following to club@pghrugby.com:
- Short introduction and specification of which team you are applying for.
- Professional Resume
- Rugby Resume
- One (1) rugby reference
- Explanation of coaching style, strategy, and anything information you deem necessary to share.
We will be accepting coaching applications through the end of August 2025. Once all applications have been
received and reviewed, we will be in touch to schedule interviews. We thank you in advance for your interest in
coaching our club and look forward to learning about what you can bring to our organization.
Sincerely,
PFRC Coaching Committee
club@pghrugby.com
Note: We understand that coaching is a serious commitment and other factors affect your ability to coach. We
are ready to supply access to our rugby network in and around the City of Pittsburgh if necessary for job
placement. Please inform us of what assistance, if any, you would be looking for from the club.
