Loyola University Chicago Men's Rugby

Loyola University Chicago Men's Rugby Since its formation in 1993, Loyola Rugby is a Division 2 rugby team Coaching:

Loyola is led by Head Coach Lance Houia. He played collegiately in the U.S.

About:

The club competes within USA Rugby and is part of of the Great Midwest Conference (Division II). Which includes clubs from the Chicago area, Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin. The regular season for GMW is played in the Fall along with the Midwest Collegiate Playoffs. The spring consists of USA Rugby Men's Collegiate Division II playoffs and friendly matches and tournaments

with other university and men's clubs. Lance is a native of Rotorua, New Zealand and has been playing/coaching the sport of rugby for over 45 years. for Middle Tennessee State University and coached at the collegiate level for Michigan State, MTSU and UIC before arriving at Loyola. In his first season with the Ramblers, Lance led us to a national Sweet 16 finish and a 5-1 conference record. Recruiting:

The club has a very active and strong alumni network throughout Chicago and the United States. They are eager to help out current students and recent graduates with internships and job placement opportunities. For several years the club has been attracting experienced players from all across the United States to join the club. If you are interested in Loyola Rugby or attending Loyola University feel free to contact any Executive Board member for more information or email us at: [email protected]

Everyone please welcome Justin Ware to the Loyola Men’s Rugby Family! 💛♥️Name: Justin WareHometown: Santa Francisco, CAH...
05/13/2026

Everyone please welcome Justin Ware to the Loyola Men’s Rugby Family! 💛♥️

Name: Justin Ware
Hometown: Santa Francisco, CA
Home Club: St. Ignatius Rugby
Position: Flanker
Major: Finance

We asked Justin “Why Loyola?”
He says: “I chose Loyola University Chicago because it gives me a new environment to grow, challenge myself, and keep building toward my goals.”

Everyone please welcome Camilo Arroyo to the Loyola Men’s Rugby Family! 💛♥️Name: Camilo ArroyoHometown: Santa Monica, CA...
05/06/2026

Everyone please welcome Camilo Arroyo to the Loyola Men’s Rugby Family! 💛♥️

Name: Camilo Arroyo
Hometown: Santa Monica, CA
Position: Center
Major: Sociology

We asked Camilo “Why Loyola?”
He says: “I chose Loyola Chicago because I want to become an innovator and leader in whatever space I choose and Loyola’s community will guide me.”

Everyone please welcome Thomas Nash to the Loyola Men’s Rugby Family! 💛♥️Name: Thomas NashHometown: Denver, COPosition: ...
04/27/2026

Everyone please welcome Thomas Nash to the Loyola Men’s Rugby Family! 💛♥️

Name: Thomas Nash
Hometown: Denver, CO
Position: Fullback, Wing
Major: Finance

We asked Thomas “Why Loyola?”
He says: “I’m excited to be competing at the next level, building bonds with my peers/teammates and growing both on and off the field in Chicago.”

Congrats to the gents for placing 3rd in their pool!! Great end to the 7’s Season and hats off to Coach Illouz and Coach...
04/11/2026

Congrats to the gents for placing 3rd in their pool!! Great end to the 7’s Season and hats off to Coach Illouz and Coach Scanlon! Follow for updates on 15’s in the Fall

Tune in to support the gents during our 7’s season this spring! ♥️💛 Correction for the date of GMW, apologies.
02/25/2026

Tune in to support the gents during our 7’s season this spring! ♥️💛 Correction for the date of GMW, apologies.

Tune in to support the gents during our 7’s season this spring! ♥️💛
02/25/2026

Tune in to support the gents during our 7’s season this spring! ♥️💛

JOIN LOYOLA CHICAGO MEN’S RUGBY!! 🏉 DM us for more information on how to join the brotherhood for Spring 2026.
01/15/2026

JOIN LOYOLA CHICAGO MEN’S RUGBY!! 🏉 DM us for more information on how to join the brotherhood for Spring 2026.

01/14/2026
Happy Thanksgiving from Loyola Chicago Men’s Rugby! 🦃
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Loyola Chicago Men’s Rugby! 🦃

Final from Springfield, MO. Not the result we wanted, but so much to be proud of. To our seniors - thank you for making ...
11/22/2025

Final from Springfield, MO.

Not the result we wanted, but so much to be proud of.

To our seniors - thank you for making Loyola Chicago history & for building a nationally recognized program.

To our fans, families, alumni, and supporters - thank you for your endless support. Whether cheering from the sidelines, donating to help us get here, watching livestreams, or well wishes - we are so grateful.

The future of in Rodgers Park is bright!

Address

209 N Airport Blvd
Springfield, MO
65802

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