Under 19 - Varsity
Golden Eagle Rugby is a competitive development program designed to elevate players of all skill levels. We prioritize player safety through proper tackling techniques, sound break-down skills, and scrum procedures.
We believe that rugby is not just a sport, but a valuable character-building experience and a community of ruggers that support each other in all phases of life. Our dedicated coaches and staff work tirelessly to develop well-rounded players who embody the values of sportsmanship, discipline, and respect.
Golden Eagle Varsity team begins training in November and builds into the competitive season starting in January. This team takes multiple out of state trips to compete against teams across multiple states.
U19 Coaches
Coach Arnold Manier
Coach Arnold started his rugby career at the age of 5 in the Basque Country of France, was selected for the Southwest Regional Team, and earned a place in France’s elite “Sport-Etudes” Rugby dual-focus academic/athletic schools in Bayonne. Coach Arnold went on to play for the highest level of French Rugby at Biarritz Olympique (BOPB) and US Dax. Coach Arnold continued his Rugby career at Life University as starting fullback (#15) winning the USA Rugby Super League in 2000. Most recently, Coach Arnold was selected for the USA Touch Rugby squad for the 2015 World Cup in Australia.
Coach Arnold is a USA Level 1 Coach
Coach Santi Tagtachian
Coach Liam McCormick
Coach Brad Foster