Jeff Lombard Eagle Scholarship
Jeff Lombard Eagle Scholarship
Up to $7,500 scholarship awarded evenly across Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters for the selected student athletes.
About
Jeff is an alumni and former player of Western Washington University. He played for the USA Eagles National team, and managed the 1987 USA World Cup team. Jeff was inducted in the US Rugby Foundation Hall of Fame in 2015. He is a founding member of the WWU Rugby Alumni Association.
Overview
Up to $7,500 scholarship awarded evenly across Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters for the selected student-athletes. This scholarship is reviewed after each quarter and is dependent on the student's academic standing and their ability to maintain a high performance on the field.
The Process
Student athletes must submit a letter of application to the Western Rugby Alumni (WRA).
Timeline
Scholarship applications must be completed in the Spring prior to Fall enrollment.
Who's Eligable
One international or out of state student with an elite background in rugby will be awarded this scholarship annually.
High School Senior
$7,500
2.5 / 4.0
1
August 31, 2025
I’m Interested
Please fill out the form as completely as possible. Your submission will be forwarded to Director of Rugby and Head Coach.
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Why Play for WWU?
Rugby is a team sport that is played with passion and respect. We work hard to foster camaraderie and leadership to create a welcoming environment for all players.
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