USA Rugby Training & Education is excited to announce the launch of The American Way Rugby Coaching Conference, set to take place August 15-16 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Designed to bring together coaches from across the United States, the conference will serve as a national platform for learning, collaboration, and growth; while connecting grassroots, scholastic, collegiate, and high-performance coaching experts under one roof.
The American Way Rugby Coaching Conference will focus on delivering practical, game-relevant coaching education, while also supporting the continued growth of rugby in schools and communities across the country. Attendees can expect a dynamic mix of keynote speakers, interactive sessions, and opportunities to connect with fellow coaches and leaders in the game.
USA Rugby Director of Community Training & Education, Kevin Battle noted, “This conference is about building alignment and raising the standard of rugby coaching across the United States. We want to create a space where coaches can learn from each other, share ideas, and leave better equipped to impact their players and communities.”
More details, including speakers, presenters, session topics will be announced soon, with open registration opening the first week of May. USA Rugby registered coaches and rugby leaders of all levels are encouraged to mark their calendars now and plan to be part of what aims to become the premier coaching event in American rugby.
What: The American Way Rugby Coaching Conference
When: August 15-16, 2026
Where: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Who: Coaches, educators, and rugby leaders across all levels
The American Way Coaching Conference is a new national initiative from USA Rugby focused on elevating coaching standards and supporting the growth of the game across the United States. Through collaboration, education, and shared learning, the conference aims to strengthen the pathway from grassroots rugby to the highest levels of the sport.
