Loyola University Chicago Men's Rugby

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Loyola University Chicago Men's Rugby

Since its formation in 1993, Loyola Rugby is a Division 2 rugby team Coaching:

Loyola is led by Head Coach Lance Houia. He played collegiately in the U.S.

About:

The club competes within USA Rugby and is part of of the Great Midwest Conference (Division II). Which includes clubs from the Chicago area, Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin. The regular season for GMW is played in the Fall along with the Midwest Collegiate Playoffs. The spring consists of USA Rugby Men's Collegiate Division II playoffs and friendly matches and tournaments with other university and men's clubs. Lance is a native of Rotorua, New Zealand and has been playing/coaching the sport of rugby for over 45 years. for Middle Tennessee State University and coached at the collegiate level for Michigan State, MTSU and UIC before arriving at Loyola. In his first season with the Ramblers, Lance led us to a national Sweet 16 finish and a 5-1 conference record. Recruiting:

The club has a very active and strong alumni network throughout Chicago and the United States. They are eager to help out current students and recent graduates with internships and job placement opportunities. For several years the club has been attracting experienced players from all across the United States to join the club. If you are interested in Loyola Rugby or attending Loyola University feel free to contact any Executive Board member for more information or email us at: [email protected]

09/10/2026

Champions are born in preseason practices. Support the gents this weekend at Lions for Hope Field.

Check out more galleries on our new website. Link in bio

Photo credits: Alex

09/08/2026

Come join the team at Lions for Hope Field to face SLU in the preseason! ♥️💛

Check out our new website for more updates and features!
Photo credits: Ayla Lee Photography

08/29/2026

Season starts in two weeks. So go check out our new website at loyolachicagomensrugby.com

Every match, every result, the Sideline Archive, and the team store — one place.

Never played? Good. Come to practice anyway.

Link in bio

08/27/2026

Come support your favorite Chicago rugby team this season! ♥️💛 We’re going to Lake Forest College in the preseason and taking on Depaul in our season opener. If you’re interested in joining the team, DM us!

08/01/2026

Put your brand on the pitch. 🐺 Corporate sponsorship packages for Loyola Chicago Rugby are live for the 2026–27 season — jerseys, live streams, socials, and match day. Swipe through, then DM us to get started!

05/13/2026

Everyone please welcome Justin Ware to the Loyola Men’s Rugby Family! 💛♥️

Name: Justin Ware
Hometown: Santa Francisco, CA
Home Club: St. Ignatius Rugby
Position: Flanker
Major: Finance

We asked Justin “Why Loyola?”
He says: “I chose Loyola University Chicago because it gives me a new environment to grow, challenge myself, and keep building toward my goals.”

05/06/2026

Everyone please welcome Camilo Arroyo to the Loyola Men’s Rugby Family! 💛♥️

Name: Camilo Arroyo
Hometown: Santa Monica, CA
Position: Center
Major: Sociology

We asked Camilo “Why Loyola?”
He says: “I chose Loyola Chicago because I want to become an innovator and leader in whatever space I choose and Loyola’s community will guide me.”

04/27/2026

Everyone please welcome Thomas Nash to the Loyola Men’s Rugby Family! 💛♥️

Name: Thomas Nash
Hometown: Denver, CO
Position: Fullback, Wing
Major: Finance

We asked Thomas “Why Loyola?”
He says: “I’m excited to be competing at the next level, building bonds with my peers/teammates and growing both on and off the field in Chicago.”

04/11/2026

Congrats to the gents for placing 3rd in their pool!! Great end to the 7’s Season and hats off to Coach Illouz and Coach Scanlon! Follow for updates on 15’s in the Fall

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209 N Airport Blvd
Springfield, MO
65802

Website

https://linktr.ee/lucrc

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