North America’s 1st LGBTQ+

Inclusive Men’s Rugby Club

EST.1998

WASHINGTON

RENEGADES

ABOUT US

Founded in 1998, The Washington Renegades is the first LGBTQ+  inclusive men's rugby club in North America. In leading the charge of inclusivity and diversity, the Renegades are a proud member of the Capital Rugby Union (CRU), USA Rugby (USAR) and a founding member of International Gay Rugby (IGR). We field competitive sides in the Mid-Atlantic Conference (MAC) of USAR in Division III and Division IV and participate in the IGR Championship — the Mark Bingham Cup — every two years.

We are a diverse mix of people from the D.C. Metropolitan area, welcoming players regardless of sexual orientation, race, ethnicity or income. Players of any skill level are welcome to join, including those that have never played rugby. The club is also involved in the local community both socially and philanthropically and we welcome everyone to participate.

Come join us to learn, play, and excel at the greatest sport on earth! 

WASHINGTON RENEGADES

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to learn, teach and play rugby; to forge new friendships and celebrate others' differences;

and to give back to our supportive communities through charitable and educational activities.

Practice with The renegades

15s PRACTICE - Fall Season Practices start on Thursday, August 7th!

Location:

Cardozo High School Track & Field

1248 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009 NE

We practice on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6:45PM–9PM; weather permitting. Everyone is welcome to attend our practices — rookies, alumni, and of course our regular players. We regularly go out for a social drink after practice.

For more information, contact Eddie, (Head Coach),  or Steve (Club Secretary).

WHAT TO BRING

CLEATS

A "rugby boot" or soccer cleat is acceptable. Cleats must not contain the single "toe" cleat or hard plastic blades (although rubber blades are legal). The wearing of cleats minimizes the risk of slipping and losing footing when playing on turf.

FLUIDS

Please remember to bring adequate fluids, in the form of water or a sports drink. You will be working your body hard for two or more hours, and you will need to replace fluids.

T-SHIRT/JERSEY

Wearing a rugby jersey for practice will help you become comfortable with wearing one for matches, but it is not necessary for practice.

SHORTS

Wear either rugby shorts (made of thick material) or gym shorts.

TOWEL

Please bring a towel to practice.

CHANGE OF CLOTHES

The team usually socializes after practice at area restaurants or pubs. A quick change to a clean shirt and shorts or jeans usually concludes practice.

MOUTH GUARD

You must purchase a mouth guard from an area sporting goods store. You will need to follow the directions on the back of the mouth guard package to conform the shape of the mouth guard to your teeth.