Train, compete, and excel in an environment that mirrors the intensity and professionalism of top-tier rugby clubs. World-class coaching, championship culture, and a proven pathway from collegiate to international rugby — all from our Marietta, Georgia campus.
Seven national titles · Plus three Tropical 7s crowns. A program built on a relentless pursuit of excellence — year after year, generation after generation.
Three national titles in a single season — one of the most dominant campaigns in collegiate women's rugby history.
When Rys took over in 2022, the team GPA was 2.82. Today, after four years of integrated academic support, mentoring, and a culture that demands excellence in every arena, the Running Eagles compete with one of the strongest collective GPAs in collegiate women's rugby.
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Train like a professional with access to dedicated rugby fields, strength & conditioning gyms, cutting-edge recovery suites, and performance analysis technology built to refine your craft.
Learn from experienced coaches and licensed World Rugby educators. Our staff blends rugby performance, sports science, and player development to give you personalized guidance.
Flexible academic schedules tailored to student-athletes. Pursue degrees in chiropractic, exercise physiology, business and more — without ever sacrificing your time on the pitch.
National championships in 15s and 7s. Players advancing to regional, national, and professional squads — including Olympic representation and Major League Rugby contracts.
Partnerships and pathways to compete or train abroad — from Canada to New Zealand and beyond — broaden your rugby experience on and off the field.
Dedicated strength & conditioning coaches, sports therapists, nutritionists, and performance analysts. From injury prevention to game-day prep, you'll have everything you need to perform at your best.
Speed. Skill. Triple-crown champions. Watch what training every day with the best in the country looks like in 34 seconds.
A high-performance, semi-professional rugby experience. Compete against top club teams across the nation with a focus on advanced skill development, tactical mastery, and physical conditioning. The launchpad for athletes targeting USA Rugby's Premier Leagues or international circuits — open to students and community members alike.
Compete at the pinnacle of CRAA-affiliated women's rugby, facing the country's best collegiate programs. Built for student-athletes chasing national championships while pursuing their degree — combining elite-level rugby with the full LIFE academic experience.
Our Marietta campus boasts world-class facilities designed to enhance every part of your rugby journey — from training to recovery to academic excellence.
| Time | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early AM | Lift & Film | Lift | Rest | Lift | Rest | GAMES | Rest |
| Mid Day | Team Training | Team Training | Recovery / Skills | Team Training | Captains Run | ||
| Late PM | — | — | — | — | — |
Typical training week. Subject to change depending on schedule.
Rugby never interferes with your academics. Classes remain the priority and our structure gives you the flexibility to build your timetable around training. We encourage our student-athletes to embrace the mornings — the discipline and routine elite performance requires.
Rugby activities wrap by 1:00 PM each day, leaving your afternoon for studies, part-time work, additional opportunities, and the full student experience. Coaches, support staff, and medical treatment remain available — but our model gives you room to live.
Our rugby season spans from early August to mid May — a full academic year of training, competing, and growing alongside athletes who share your ambition.
Our women's rugby team competes in the highest competitive landscape of U.S. collegiate and club rugby, facing the country's top programs. Guided by mentors with deep ties to the global rugby community, you'll be part of a program built on leadership, grit, integrity, respect — and constant growth.
Training day-to-day, match highlights, player spotlights, and the championship moments — straight from the Running Eagles' Instagram.
Follow @lifeuwrugby →Takes 90 seconds. Sleep, freshness, energy, mood & stress — your data helps Coach plan sessions around how the squad is actually feeling.
Apply now, or join us for one of our Women's Rugby Academy Assessment Days — meet the coaches, tour the facilities, and experience LIFE University rugby culture firsthand.