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 […]
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Todd Fabec Appointed Women’s Side Head Coach
[PITTSBURGH, PA] – The Pittsburgh Forge Rugby Club is extremely pleased to announce the appointment of Todd Fabec to serve as the Women’s Head Coach beginning in the spring of 2021. Todd is a Pittsburgh native and brings a wealth of playing and coaching experience, along with a ton of positivity, to our women’s side. […]
Forge Women Earn Consecutive Midwest Playoff Berths
Pittsburgh, PENNSYLVANIA – In the club’s second fall season, Forge Women’s Rugby has finished the fall 2019 season with an impressive 4-1 record, securing the second spot in the Midwest Women’s East Gold Division 2 standings. The Forge qualified for playoffs and will be traveling this weekend (10/26) to play the Cincinnati Kelts who […]
Forge Women Open Season Against Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA – This Saturday, the Forge women begin their second competitive season with a scrimmage in Philadelphia. The women are slated to play against the D1 side of the Philadelphia Women’s Rugby Football Club (PWRFC) in what is sure to be a challenging, fast-paced, physical match. Last fall, during the club’s inaugural season, […]
Forge Women Defend Undefeated Record with Win Over Buffalo
BUFFALO, NY – The Pittsburgh Forge traveled to Buffalo New York for their final in season away match against the well-established and competitive Buffalo Rugby. The Forge was eager to provide the previously undefeated Buffalo Rugby with competition, stepping on the pitch with a desire to prove themselves to teammates and fans. The game was fast […]
Forge Women Stand Tall Over Cleveland Iron Maidens
CLEVELAND, OH – On a warm and sunny morning, the Pittsburgh Forge Women traveled to the outskirts of Cleveland to test their mettle against the well established Cleveland Iron Maidens. Known for their strong offense that targeted the 5 meter channel, The Forge was up against one of their most challenging competitors yet. The […]
Forge Women Earn First Win Over South Buffalo
BUFFALO, NY – The Pittsburgh Forge Women’s Rugby Club ventured to New York state for their first league match of the Fall season. Packed into several cars, the Forge Women traveled with 24 to the outskirts of New York’s second largest city. A chilly day with noticeable winds, the Forge welcomed the change from the hot […]
Forge Women Debut with Strong Win
COLUMBUS, OH – The Forge Women traveled to Columbus, Ohio for their debut 15’s match. Traveling with 16 able-bodied yet veteran players, the Forge was eager to test their mettle against what was once Scioto Valley, now Columbus Women. The weather was typical of late August; overcast skies and a gusty autumnal wind […]
Pittsburgh Celebrates Forge Day!
WHITE OAK, PA – After months of hard work and anticipation, the day had finally arrived when two Pittsburgh powerhouse rugby clubs would battle on the pitch one final time before forging together and moving on as one. This past weekend, the Pittsburgh Rugby Club and Pittsburgh Highlanders hosted their first annual Pittsburgh Forge Club […]
Pittsburgh Forge Women Announce Jason Edsall as Head Coach
PITTSBURGH, PA – The Pittsburgh Forge, the city’s newest and largest rugby club, is pleased to announce that Jason Edall has been hired as the Head Coach for the women’s XV’s program beginning in August 2018. Jason has nearly 20 years of playing experience at the collegiate and senior club levels. Jason’s playing career began […]