Hailing from the thumb of Michigan, Nicholas Lazurka is the University of Michigan’s October Player of the Month. Joining the team last winter, Nick has made the strides to become part of the A-side backline. His speed was evident in intrasquad sevens and he has now picked up the tools to be a consistent contributor …
With not even a month of rugby experience, Neal Slabbekoorn is the University of Michigan’s Rugby Football Player of the Month. Despite not having any rugby background at all, Neal came to two-a-days with a sleeping bag and an inspiring determination to learn the sport. During his first week, he helped raise money for the …
Oliver Gregerson is the August Player of the Month. Olly first picked up the game this past spring, and has been a dedicated fixture of the squad ever since. His work ethic and willingness to learn are examples of how well he fits the UMRFC mold. Olly has impressed this summer with his workout numbers …
Matt Pilon is the July player of the month after a strong performance at the Meijer State Games as well as great results thus far with the summer lifting program. Matt hails from Holland, MI where he played with the West Ottawa program. Pilon is entering his senior year and will look to lead from …
Mark Borowski has been named the June Player of the Month. Mark comes from Thousand Oaks, CA and is one of six Californians on the U of M roster. Mark contributes to the team on the field usually as a wing. Off the field, Borowski creates the majority of the club’s graphic needs, including posters, …
Ian Etheart is this month’s Player of the Month. Ian came up through the St. Ignatius program in Cleveland and is heading into his seventh year of rugby. He was part of two state championship teams in high school, including captaining the squad his senior year. Ian was also selected to the Ohio Select Side …
Matt Crabtree is this month’s Player of the Month. Matt has been a standout four year player and was the Assistant Captain this past fall. Matt has played a handful of positions in the backline, mostly at outside center or wing. His play and leadership this spring have been excellent. Matt will be missed when …
Pete Melgren is this month’s Player of the Month. Pete’s dedication and hard work to the team on the field and off as the match coordinator deserve to be recognized. Pete has also helped set up our service work in France and is a general inspiration for younger players to work hard everyday. Height: 5′ …
February Player of the Month is Nic Bishar. This comes as no surprise to those affiliated with the UMRFC. Nic’s inspiring work ethic and attitude has made him a leader on and off the field in just a year’s time. You may recall seeing his name in the West Virginia match report for perhaps one …
Kevin Cheng has been selected as UMRFC’s first ever player of the month. He is motivated to help the club’s vision off the field and has also been a great contributor on it. This past fall, Kevin scored 7 tries as a wing for the club’s second side and earned his first first-team appearance in …
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