A founding member of the USA Rugby Super League in 1997, Chicago Lions Rugby is the premier rugby team in the Midwest, and has been a consistent powerhouse in the United States rugby scene since the Lion's inception in 1964. Chicago Lions Rugby is the only team in the Midwest to field fully competitive sides for Division I, Division III, Women's Club 7s, and Men’s Club 7s. We have several teams wi
thin our organization, including an over-35 Grey Lions squad to keep our extensive network of players old and new active and involved. With an elite, experienced coaching staff, such as Dave Clancy (Munster, Samoa and the Cayman Islands), Marty Wiggins (former USA Eagles Assistant Coach) and assistant coach Chris McClellan. We are fortunate to also have a full-service training staff partnership with Athletico at our disposal for training sessions and matches both home and away. "Tyke" Nollman field, at 725 S Washtenaw, our home for playing. This came to fruition as a direct result of a long term partnership with Chicago Hope Academy. This partnership with a private, coed college prep school for urban youth creates unique sponsorship opportunities for the club and its supporters. The Lions are also spearheading the development and coaching efforts of the Chicago Hope Academy youth rugby club.
