Coaching Staff:
Head Coach:
Tony Wagner, Northridge, CA
Resides in Dallas (9 years in Texas)
17 years playing Rugby (1977- 1994)
1 yr. Belmont Shore RFC, Long Beach, CA
16 yr. San Fernando Valley RFC, Northridge, CA
Positions played- Lock, Flanker, #8, Prop
6 years Southern California Rugby Football Union(1993-1999)
2 yr. Secretary(SCRFU was an LAU, of Pacific Coast Ter.)
4 yr. VP SCRFU, succceeded from Pacific Coast to own Ter.
7 years Rugby Referee:
5 yr. Southern California Rugby Referees Society.
2 yr. Society of Texas Rugby Referees.
Years Coaching:
2003-Present Head Coach- SMU Rugby Club
2002-2003 Assistant Coach- SMU Rugby Club
2001-2002 Assistant-Head Coach- Dallas Debutantes
Goals for SMU Rugby:
Introduce the exciting game of Rugby Football to the
students at SMU. To further educate all other student
athletes with prior Rugby experience. To build within
them discipline, confidence, camaraderie and leadership
that will carry long after they conclude playing Rugby
at SMU. Build SMU Rugby to a level of excellence to
compete with elite Colleges and Universities across the
country.
What SMU Rugby means to me:
From my first introductions with some of the officers
back in 2002 to our first practice of 2004. I knew I was
in a group of men that wanted to have fun, learn, improve
and take thier game to another level. We have athletes
that are dedicated to the classroom, as well as the
pitch and I'm proud to be apart of this program.
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Assistant/Backs Coach:
Isaiah "Jihad" Washington, Jonesboro, AR
5 years playing Rugby at Arkansas State University
Positions played- Back Line Years Coaching- SMU-2007 to Present
Goals for SMU Rugby:
My goal for SMU rugby is to win. Plain and simple im devoted to winning and doing what it takes to win. Winning the Texas Championships are just the beginning.
What SMU Rugby means to me:
When I think of SMU rugby I think of one word and thats potential. It means so much to be apart of such a prestegious university and to be able to bring a winning tradition to its rugby program is truly an honor.
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Development/ Recruiting
Ryan Long, Manhattan Beach, CA
SMU Grad
7 years playing Rugby (2001-Present) 2006-Present LA Rugby Club
2005-2006 Back Bay RFC, Newport Beach, CA
2004-2005 Dallas Reds RFC, Dallas, TX
2001-2004 SMU Rugby , Dallas TX
Positions played- Flanker, Lock
Years Coaching:
2004-2005, Assistant Coach/ Development- SMU Rugby Club
Goals for SMU Rugby:
There are many goals on the table for SMU Rugby, both on and off the pitch. We would like to continue to build off of our 2003-2004 as well as the 2005-2006 season. Continue to build the support of the University (student body and administration). To develop a 1st tier program at SMU. Start having yearly tours domestically and internationally. Establish us as a powerhouse in the TRU. Most of all have fun and grow as individuals and as a team.
What SMU Rugby means to me:
SMU Rugby means a great deal to me. It has showed me how to succeed in life after college. The friendships I've made with my mates and the pride I have for SMU. Having good times plus, keeping the ball in the forward pack so Jake couldnt hog it.
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