WWU Rugby Featured by American Rugby Scholarships as Program Momentum Continues to Build

Western Washington University Men’s Rugby continues to gain national attention, as Head Coach Adam Roberts was recently featured by American Rugby Scholarships in a new episode of The Coaches’ Corner, highlighting the program’s rapid rise and exciting future. Roberts joined the platform to discuss the current state of WWU Men’s Rugby, including the team’s strong national standing, the planned move to CRAA D1A competition beginning in September, and the continued growth of scholarship opportunities within the program.

The feature reflects the growing visibility of a program that has built significant momentum both on and off the field. In its summary of the episode, American Rugby Scholarships highlighted WWU’s current #1 CRAA D1AA ranking, the upcoming transition to D1A, and the development of additional scholarship opportunities that are actively being pursued as the program continues to evolve.

WWU’s inclusion in The Coaches’ Corner places the Vikings alongside a wide range of respected collegiate rugby programs across the country and serves as another sign that the program is increasingly being recognized as one of the most ambitious and upward-moving teams in the American college rugby landscape. The American Rugby Scholarships site also features a dedicated The Coaches’ Corner entry for Western Washington University, where Director of Rugby Paul Horne and Head Coach Adam Roberts are highlighted for discussing the program’s tradition, scholarship opportunities, and the student-athlete experience in the Pacific Northwest.

The timing of the feature comes as WWU Rugby continues to build on recent success. The program’s official site currently highlights the Vikings among the nation’s top sides and points to a standout recent stretch that includes NCRC championships, a D1AA National 7s title, and a strong national profile that has continued to grow year over year.

The planned step up to CRAA D1A represents a major next chapter for the program. Moving into the highest level of CRAA men’s collegiate competition signals both confidence and ambition, as WWU looks to test itself against the nation’s top-tier programs while continuing to invest in recruitment, player development, and long-term sustainability. For prospective players and supporters alike, the interview reinforces that WWU Men’s Rugby is not only building for the present—but positioning itself for an even bigger future.

As the program continues to expand its reach, the feature with American Rugby Scholarships offers another important platform to showcase what makes Western special: a strong rugby tradition, a competitive culture, growing resources, and a clear vision for what comes next.

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