Women’s+ Team
Portland Women’s+ have been playing rugby since 1977 and today they are stronger than ever. The team is growing at a rapid pace and has a strong record of building on field success. Whether you’re a veteran or you’ve never played a game, we’d love to see you on the field.
Team Officers
Kim delune
President
liz anderson
VP/Secretary
LIV RASP
BAcks’ Captain
Maggie Burgos
Forwards’ Captain
busby
Treasurer
carol smith
Social Chair
Bethany “BAM” Metts
Match Secretary
Team History
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2010 –
In 2011, the PWRFC toured Ireland and went to the USA Rugby Women’s National Championships for Division 2 held in Virginia Beach, Virginia, where they placed 5th. While the players have changed over the years, the team has continued to compete at a high level in NERFU Division 2, all while having a ton of…
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2000 – 2010
The current Women’s Team was restarted in 2005. A small group of women played summer sevens and then took New England by storm – undefeated in their first year as a Division 3 team and subsequently moving up to Division 2 the next year. Players from PWRFC also coached a strong high school girls’ team.…
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1977 – 1990
The Portland Women’s Rugby Football Club began playing in Spring 1977. The founders had been commuting to Boston for a fall season and wanted their own club. By spring, they had 25 women joining the PWRFC. That first team, with coaches from the established men’s team, went undefeated, winning the first of four consecutive New England Championships…
Gear Store
Your kit is a way to express yourself both as an individual and a member of the team. Check out our store to deck yourself out in branded gear ranging from caps and jerseys to sweaters and merchandise.
Join a team.
Ready to step onto the field? Our men’s, women’s+, and youth teams are always looking for new players. Whether you’re a seasoned rugger or you’ve never been part of a scrum, we welcome all comers and we’re excited for you to join us on the pitch.
