University of Memphis Tiger Rugby Club
We are a Division II competitive rugby team, competing in the Mid-South LAU.
We are coached by former eagle Steve Swatzyna, who is accompanied by assistant coaches Tony Brooks (LSU), Dave Hill (MSU ALUM), Dale Smith (Palmer), and Marc Holley (MSU ALUM).

History
While the University of Memphis (formerly Memphis State University 'MSU') has a long track record of success in rugby, for the sake of not misquoting information we will begin with 1997.
The team at the UofM faced tough times and was forced to disband under pressure of lack of numbers and lack of coaching. This disbandment meant there were quality players who had to turn somewhere for their rugby outlet, thus forming the local area mens club in Memphis, The Memphis Blues.
Throughout the years there were various attempts to resurrect the team at The University of Memphis, but none succeeded until 2006.
With the help of a slew of former high school players from the newly formed West TN High-school rugby union, Landon Sutton headed the effort to resurrect the team. And while throughout their first season they lacked commitments from players and coaches alike, the team managed to field 15 players every match, and survive an onslaught of quality rugby from opponents.
With a tough, but vastly important year behind their backs the UofM rugby team managed to land a coaching committment from former US Eagle Steve Swatzyna, and various committments from high school graduates throughout the area.
The next generation of UofM Rugby is now in its second season and is gaining momentum and promise daily.

Contact
Head Coach: Steve Swatzyna
Phone Number: 901-461-5676
Email Address: sswatzyna@mhfence.com

President: Landon Sutton
Phone Number: 901-378-2358
Email Address: lksutton@memphis.edu

Recruitment Chair: Brandon Rasmussen
Phone Number: 901-828-3135
Email Address: b.rasmussen@memphis.edu