Black Sheep Rugby Club

10/30/2026

🐏🩷🖤 PLAYER PROFILE | SAMSON NIETO | CAPTAIN

Some players lead with words. Others lead by example. Samson Nieto has spent nine years earning the right to do both.

A senior at Windsor High School and captain of the Black Sheep, Samson has been playing rugby for nearly a decade. He’s represented USA West Rugby on four tours to Tropical 7s in Florida and competed at NAI 7s with both TOA and Rock Rugby. Years of competition, travel, and playing alongside some of the best young talent in the game have helped shape the player and leader he is today.

And his commitment to rugby doesn’t stop when he steps off the pitch.

For the past three years, Samson has helped coach youth TRY rugby, including leading two undefeated teams. He’s gone from learning the game as a young player to helping the next generation discover it for themselves. That’s what growing the game is all about.

Rugby is only part of his athletic story. Samson spent seven years on the wrestling mat, earning an 8th Grade State Championship. He also played seven years of football on both sides of the ball, collecting three State Championships along the way.

Off the pitch, you’ll find him golfing, cooking, or putting in work at the gym. Apparently, sitting still isn’t really his thing. 😂

As captain of our inaugural High School 7s team, Samson has taken on the challenge of helping build something from the ground up. Leading a new team isn’t always easy, but he’s no stranger to hard work or responsibility.

Nine years playing rugby. Three years coaching it. Four USA West tours. Four state championships across two sports. And two undefeated youth teams.

Samson represents something we believe strongly in at Black Sheep: Rugby is bigger than the game itself. It’s about what you give back.

We’re proud to have him leading the pink and black.

Lead from the front, Samson. Finish strong. 🐏🔥

10/29/2026

YOU’VE PLAYED THE BLACK SHEEP. YOU HAVEN’T PLAYED ALL OF US 🐑

10/28/2026

🐏🩷🖤 PLAYER PROFILE | MADDOX LECHMAN

Toughness. Discipline. Relentless work ethic.

A senior at Windsor High School, Maddox Lechman brings an impressive wrestling résumé to his first season of rugby.

From qualifying for state as a freshman to becoming a regional champion and earning 3rd place at the Colorado 4A State Championships as a junior, Maddox has built his athletic career on hard work and determination.

With honors including Tough as Nails, Hardest Worker, and Academic All-State, Maddox knows what it takes to compete at a high level.

Now he’s bringing that same intensity to the rugby pitch.

New sport. Same grit. Welcome to the Black Sheep, Maddox! 🐏

10/28/2026

10/27/2026

🐏🩷 BLACK SHEEP PLAYER PROFILE | #18 KADEN NIELSEN

Meet #18 Kaden Nielsen, a junior at Pine Creek High School in Colorado Springs who brings experience, grit, and a competitive edge to the Black Sheep roster.

Having played for the Brighton Tikis, Glendale Raptors, and Palmer Terrors, Kaden has put in the work across multiple rugby programs. This fall, he’s bringing that experience to the Sheep and stepping onto the pitch ready to compete.

Kaden doesn’t shy away from a challenge off the field, either. From backpacking Colorado’s 14ers and whitewater rafting to camping, cycling, and playing bass guitar, he’s always finding something to tackle.

Different clubs. Different experiences. Same commitment to the game.

Proud to have #18 running with the Sheep for the 2026 Fall 7s season. 🐏🩷🖤

10/25/2026

🏉 WEEK 6 | TOUGH DAY FOR THE SHEEP 🐑💗🖤

A tough day on the pitch in Evergreen. With several players out, our Sheep faced an uphill battle, but the boys who showed up kept fighting until the final whistle.

Not every week brings wins, but every week brings lessons. Proud of these boys for showing up, stepping up, and sticking together.

No excuses. No quit. Always Sheep. 🐑🔥

10/25/2026

🏉 PLAYER PROFILE | VICTOR NIETO #18 | SCRUM HALF 🐑💗🖤

Some players love rugby. Victor Nieto lives and breathes it.

With 8 USA West Rugby tours under his belt, Victor has spent years competing against some of the best young rugby talent around.

He’s made three appearances at NAI 7s, earning two runner-up finishes, and four trips to Tropical 7s in Florida, bringing home a championship and two third-place finishes. He’s also taken his game to North Carolina for a 15s tournament.

In 2026, Victor stepped into a leadership role, captaining his USA West teams at both Tropical 7s and NAI 7s. A testament to the experience, work ethic, and rugby IQ he’s developed along the way.

And rugby isn’t his only competitive outlet. Victor spent seven years on the wrestling mat, earning a True Second runner-up finish and placing 4th at State.

Off the pitch? Well, it’s still mostly rugby. 😂 You’ll find Victor kicking rugby balls, watching rugby, or occasionally taking a break to hit the lake and hang out with friends.

As a scrum half, Victor brings experience, leadership, and a competitive fire to the Black Sheep. But what we love most is that no matter how many tournaments he’s played or places he’s traveled, his passion for the game hasn’t faded a bit.

We’re proud to have Victor wearing the pink and black and helping set the standard for the next generation of Sheep.

Keep leading, Victor. The best rugby is still ahead of you. 🐑🔥

10/24/2026

🐑🩷🖤 UNDEFEATED. PERIOD. 🏉🔥

Big shoutout to our Black Sheep U14 TRY boys who teamed up with Wolfpack this fall and went UNDEFEATED in 7’s!

Different jerseys, same grit! These boys showed up, put in work, and got the job done!

Way to bring the heat, boys! 💪🔥

10/24/2026

🏉 PLAYER PROFILE | ANDREW ARGUELLES | HO**ER 🐑💗🖤

Some kids grow up playing rugby. Andrew Arguelles grew up living it.

A junior at Doherty High School in Colorado Springs, Andrew has been playing rugby since he was just 6 years old. With 10 years of experience under his belt, he’s spent most of his rugby career with the Palmer Terrors, developing a serious passion for the game.

For the past two years, Andrew has also represented Team Colorado U16s as their starting Ho**er, bringing plenty of experience and a competitive edge to the pitch.

This fall, Andrew joined the Black Sheep for our inaugural High School 7s season, and we’re proud to have him wearing the pink and black!

When he’s not training or playing rugby, you’ll find Andrew fishing, gaming, or putting in some hard work at his family’s business, A Team Excavation.

A decade of rugby. A passion that keeps growing. And another team to call family.

We’re grateful Andrew chose to spend his fall with the Sheep. Players like him are proof that rugby is more than a sport—it’s a community that brings us together.

Keep putting in the work, Andrew. We’re glad you’re one of the Sheep! 🐑🔥