Western Rugby Alumni provides assistance to the WWU Men’s Rugby Club in the form of volunteer coaches, equipment, help with travel, and other operational costs, in congruence with the policies of WWU and WWU Campus Recreation Department. Western Rugby Alumni is not affiliated with Western Washington University or the university’s Alumni Association in any way. The WWU Men’s Rugby Alumni Association is an IRS-approved 501(c)3 charitable organization.
Class of 1974
WWU Rugby: 1970 - 1974
Jeff is an alumni and former player of Western Washington University. He played for the USA Eagles National team, and managed the 1987 USA World Cup team. Jeff was inducted in the US Rugby Foundation Hall of Fame in 2015. He is a founding member of the WWU Rugby Alumni Association.
Class of 1996
WWU Rugby: 1994 - 1996
Vince graduated Western in 1996 with a degree in Accounting. He is a CFO Consultant and has run his Company, V Consulting since 2015. After graduating, Vince played for Eastside Rugby Club until 2013 and also coached their Seven’s team for a number of years. He also played with the Philippines developmental Seven’s team based in New York which eventually helped to launch the Philippine National Rugby Team. Vince lives in Kenmore with his wife Chelsea, two young children, and two Doberman Pinchers. He enjoys traveling and golf.
WWU Rugby Mom: 2018-2024
Nicole is a dedicated rugby mom and longtime supporter of the sport. A University of Puget Sound graduate, she first got involved with rugby in 2011 when her son Nathan took up the sport after gymnastics. Nicole and her husband quickly immersed themselves in the local rugby community, serving on the boards of the Prairie Mustangs and Budd Bay clubs.
Nicole's passion for rugby continued as Nathan played for Western Washington University from 2018-2024. She attended nearly every game, assisted with auctions and fundraisers, and provided invaluable support to the team and parents. Recently elected to the WWU Rugby board, Nicole is excited to contribute to the club's success and promote the sport she loves.
In addition to rugby, Nicole has been a devoted sports mom, supporting her children in soccer, crew, and gymnastics. Her enthusiasm and commitment to youth athletics have made her an invaluable asset to the rugby community.
Class of 1999
WWU Rugby: 1996 - 1999
WWU Rugby President
Former WWU Rugby President/Player (1996-1999) and proud graduate of Western Washington University, where I earned a BA in Marketing in 1999. I have been a dedicated financial advisor for over 20 years, currently servicing clients at Baird in Lake Oswego, Oregon. I reside in Camas, Washington and take great pride in being a parent to college-aged twins- my son plays rugby at the University of Arizona, and my daughter is pursuing her studies at Oregon State University.
Class of 1983
WWU Rugby: 1979-1983
Larry Graduated from WWU in 1983 and worked for the City of Mount Vernon as the director of Parks and Recreation until his retirement in 2015. He started a consulting team called The Otos Group, LLC and works with firms on organizational leadership, team building, and grant writing. Larry has been involved in his community and WWU as Past President of the WWU Alumni Association. Currently, he is President of the Mount Vernon School Board 320 and works with the Western Rugby Association to further Player and team support.
Class of 1995
WWU Rugby: 1993-1997
Matt graduated from WWU in 1995 and continued to play rugby at WWW off and on as an Alum wrapping up with a 1997 tour to England. In 2004 he started his own IT company, Litzia, which has been active in contributing back to the rugby community. In 2019, Matt reunited with the WWU tour experience and went as a supporter of the team. Matt has a passion for making sure that our WWU student-athletes receive the support other student-athletes receive in other sports.
Class of 1998
WWU Rugby: 1993-1998
Matt was introduced to rugby in 1993 at WWU and played until the birth of his second daughter in 2011, with tenures at WWU (1993-1998), Eastside RFC (1999-2011), and occasional play with NOBS. Some of his fondest rugby memories include the WWU England Tour, West Coast Collegiate Championships, Division 2 Final 4's, and coaching at WWU in 1999. After graduation, he entered the industrial coatings industry and currently owns Coatings Unlimited, which specializes in industrial coatings and linings of water and petrochemical storage tanks throughout the PNW. Matt is married and has two daughters - a senior in high school who is currently considering her college fastpitch options, and a 7th grader who is likely to follow in her sister's footsteps in fastpitch.
Class of 1983
WWU Rugby: 1979-1983
Murray began his Rugby career in 1979 at Western Washington University in Bellingham, Washington. After four years he moved to the Men’s Division One Club Chuckanut Bay RFC. Two years hence he moved to the Seattle area, playing with Valley RFC until 1994. Murray served as presidents of both WWU and Valley rugby clubs, was invited to the Eagle 7s camp, and played multiple years on the PNW Loggers.
Murray was Co-owner and President of Allen Brackett Shedd (ABS Valuation) for 20 years. The Real Estate Appraisal and Consulting firm enjoyed an excellent reputation in the Seattle area for Right of Way and Eminent Domain valuation work. He is an avid cyclist and member of the Take 17 Big Band.
Class of 2019
WWU Rugby: 2014-2019
Nathaniel started his career in rugby his freshmen year at Western Washington University. At 160 lbs sopping wet there wasn't much hope. But his love for the game, hard work and tenacity proved otherwise. As a sophomore Nate transitioned from a wing to where he belonged in the forward pack. While there he had a successful career as a flanker and ultimately hooker his final year at Western.
Class of 1975
WWU Rugby: 1972 - 1973
Paul is an alumni and former player of Western Washington University. He has enjoyed extensive coaching in British Columbia including Canadian National Men’s team. Paul was inducted in the British Columbia Hall of Fame in 2015. Currently the Director of Rugby at WWU.
Class of 2026
WWU Rugby: 2022-Present
Gabe is a current undergraduate student at Western Washington University pursuing a degree in Marketing with a minor in Communications. He began his rugby career in 2018 at Bellarmine College Preparatory and has played with various men's and collegiate teams within the Bay Area. Galvez is comfortable playing both scrum half and flyhalf positions. Off the field, he enjoys various outdoor activities and plans to graduate in the Spring of 2026. Following his time at Western, Galvez intends to continue his education and begin his career in marketing.
Your donation through the Western Rugby Clubhouse program directly supports the WWU Men’s Rugby Club. The clubhouse membership is billed monthly and you can cancel at any time.
Western Rugby Alumni (WRA) mission is ”...to foster, support and develop charity, community welfare, sportsmanship, and camaraderie through the game of rugby football.” The WRA provides assistance to the WWU Men’s Rugby Club in the form of volunteer coaches, equipment, travel expenses, and other operational costs, in congruence with the policies of WWU and the WWU Campus Recreation Department.
Western Rugby Alumni is not affiliated with Western Washington University or the university’s Alumni Association in any way. The WWU Men’s Rugby Alumni Association is an IRS-approved 501(c)3 charitable organization. All money raised through the WRA directly supports WWU Men's Rugby.
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