ROSTER SCHEDULE
HEAD COACH: Madison Welch
TEAM EMAIL: Comp_WRugby@bentley.edu
OVERVIEW
Bentley Women’s Rugby is a competitive club sport that strives to empower its players both on and off the field. We are a tight-knit team that values teamwork, inclusivity and personal growth. No experience is necessary to join, we believe every body is a rugby body and we welcome all Bentley students to try the sport.
The team competes in both the fall (15s) and spring (7s) seasons. Practices are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:00–9:00 PM on the Bentley Football Field. The team typically maintains a roster of 20–25 players, with no maximum team size.
Season Breakdown
Fall – 15s Rugby (September through mid-November)
- Format: 15 players per team
- Game Structure: Two 40-minute halves with a 10-minute halftime
- Matches: 6–8 matches per season (one per weekend)
- Travel: Most games are within 1-2 hours of Bentley; one longer (3.5-hour) away trip per fall
Spring – 7s Rugby (February through mid-April)
- Format: 7 players per team
- Game Structure: Two 7-minute halves with a 2-minute halftime
- Matches: 5–7 tournaments per season (multiple games per weekend)
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 15s National Champions
- 2010 | National Champions
- 15s National Runner-Up
- 2017 | National Runner-Up
- 15s Regional Appearances
- 2009, 2010, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2024
- Conference Championships
- Fall: 2009, 2010, 2016, 2017, 2019
- Spring: 2010, 2011, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022
JOIN THE TEAM
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or have never played a sport before, Bentley Women’s Rugby offers a supportive environment to learn, grow, and compete. Join us on the field!
If you are a prospective student and want to learn more, feel free to reach out via Instagram: @bentleywrugby or you can reach out to Coach Madison directly:
mwelch@bentley.edu.
