1975 Sexist OSU Newsletter
The Old Man, the newsletter of the Ohio State University Men’s Rugby club announced the formation of the Ohio State women’s team. Note the graphic illustration of a female player.
1977 The Pitch
The Tube and the Pitch, two different Ohio State Women’s team newsletters from 1977 show the grassroots organizing, bawdy nature of women’s rugby at the time.
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Support us today!
When you contribute to the U.S. Women’s Rugby Foundation you become part of a movement to support girls and women involved in rugby.
We are a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization.
All donations made are tax deductible.
Jessica Dombrowski
Age: 28
Hails From:
Denver, Colorado
Job that Pays the Bills:
Affinity Senior Manager, USA Rugby Membership
Rugby Life:
Illinois State University Women’s Rugby (player, Captain)
Illinois Collegiate All-Stars (player)
Midwest Thunderbirds U23 Canada Tour (player)
USA Rugby Club All-Stars (player)
Glendale Women’s Rugby Club (player, Captain)
Rocky Mountain Magic 7s team (player, Captain)
Colorado Gray Wolves (player, Captain)
Leading Like a Boss:
Illinois State University Women’s Rugby (President)
Rocky Mountain Magic Rugby (Development Manager)
Spearheaded organizational transition plan after Glendale women suddenly became an independent program
Why We Love Jess:
Played key role in USAR bankruptcy proceedings presenting a zero-balance budget while making suggestions for organizational survival
When asked as to what motivates her rugby enthusiasm, she responded “the moment when I can see someone else fall in love with the sport, whether for the first time or the hundredth… that’s what makes every moment worth it.”
All photos provided by the award recipient
Photo Credits: Alex Ho Photography and Jojo Kitlinski