As we enter the grit-and-grind of the middle of XV’s season here in Ann Arbor, we look back to honor the career of Dave Weber. Dave was a Hall of Inspiration Inductee in 2015, and his playing style reflects a key aspect of Michigan Rugby today: Wolverineness. A past Captain, Dave’s work off the field …
Category: Alumnus of the Month
September Alumnus of the Month: Doug Chenoweth
Every year, Michigan Rugby sets goals to not only better themselves, but better the sport as a whole. Part of this process is spreading the word and maintaining involvement, and Doug Chenoweth is a textbook example of that. Despite a busy lifestyle, Doug has found a way to include Michigan Rugby and promote the sport …
August Alumnus of the Month: John Palladino
As we near Olde Boys’ Weekend 2016, we honor a recent graduate who has continued to remain active with UMRFC while establishing a career in one of America’s premier aerospace programs. John Palladino saw UMRFC develop into a Division 1A rugby program while holding various positions of leadership, and served as Tour Manager for last …
July Alumnus of the Month: Harvey Schiller
This month, UMRFC honors Harvey Schiller. Harvey, a former President of the club, currently is working with America’s Cup, but has spent time in various corners of the sports world, both collegiate and professional. A retired serviceman, Harvey was one of the men who played in the Big House Game in 1969. Here’s what he …
June Alumnus of the Month: Matthew Crabtree
This month’s Alumnus is Matthew Crabtree. Crabs is a great player who is still actively embarrassing other players on the pitch. You can see him play with other alumni against Dartmouth before the CRC on Friday and read what he has to say about his time with Michigan Rugby below. When did you play? I played …
April Alumnus of the Month: Tobi Eboda
April’s Alumnus of the Month is Tobi “Nigerian Nightmare, Prince Tobi, Tobi-san, First Feed King: Feed Father” Eboda. Although he graduated back in 2011, Tobi has maintained a supportive presence in Ann Arbor for the team. He can be found numerous times throughout the year supporting the young boys from the sideline and is always …
March Alumnus of the Month: Sequoyah Burke Combs
March’s Alumnus of the month is perhaps the youngest Alumnus to be featured. In his time with the team, Sequoyah was a leader on the field who inspired those around him with his performance. He continues to play rugby out in Seattle with the Saracens and was recently named Captain for their match against UBC …
January Alumnus of the Month: Ryan Gaylor
January’s alumnus of the month comes in the form of one of the key players in the transition period of the club in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. Ryan Gaylor played for both sides as the two diverged after transferring to Michigan from the Air Force Academy. Read what he has to say …
October Alumnus of the Month: Wesley Farrow
The alumnus of the month for October comes from one of our many alumni on the west coast. Wesley Farrow came to the University of Michigan in 2000 with an itch to walk onto the football team, but after a friend introduced him to the sport of rugby, he was hooked. Wes was one of …
August Alumnus of the Month: Dan Cronin
As we wrap up the month of august, we honor Dan Cronin, a man who played in the tight five in the early 2000’s. Read as Dan describes his time with the club and some of his favorite memories below. When did you play? 2000 – 2004 What position? Prop/Lock Any special honors? …
