Growing the game: A feature on Utah rugby clubs
Historically, rugby is one of those sports that have been gaining popularity in Utah, with a long history of football-loving and basketball-playing sports enthusiasts. Utah ’s older clubs have played a significant role in this growth, offering community involvement, athletic development, and competitive play at all levels of the game. Utah has a strong and growing rugby community featuring youth, high school, collegiate, and adult league teams. Prominent organizations, such as major league rugby (MLR) and the professional side Utah warrior’s rugby, have helped boost the sport's profile in the state and created a pathway for the next generation of players. Their outreach and youth development programs directly tie to local clubs, which in turn promote skill development and the game of rugby around the state. Youth and high school rugby is robust in Utah, with clubs such as Herriman rugby, united rugby club, and genesis rugby generating competitive teams that consistently perform wel...