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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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.
Kelsi Stockert
Age: 28
Hails From:
Seattle, Washington
Job that Pays the Bills:
Chief Storyteller, Athlete Career Transition
Rugby Life:
USA Women’s National Team 7’s (player)
USA Women’s National Team 15’s (player)
Seattle Rugby Club (player)
2015 D1 National Championships MVP
Leading Like a Boss:
Washington Wolverines Boys Rugby (Coach)
Seattle Rugby Club (Assistant Coach)
Mother of one (soon to be two!)
Why We Love Kelsi:
Stepped away from her international rugby career in 2019 to focus on her mental health
“She is committed to promoting conversations on the mental and emotional health of athletes and to let others know ‘it’s okay, not be okay’. She’s made a big impact on those in our community who struggle with mental health issues.”
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Photo Credits: Griff Lacey and Travis Prior