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Rugger's Edge

College Rugby Recruiting is Complicated. Your plan doesn't have to be.

We help rugby stuent-athletes and familys navigate recuiting with clarity , structure, and confience.

ABOUT

Meet Karen Donoghue

Karen is a former counselor and experienced recruiting advisor who understands both athletics and admissions. She guides families through the recruiting process with strategy, structure, and clarity.

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With years of experience connecting student-athletes to the right college programs, Karen brings a rare combination of academic insight and athletic recruiting knowledge to every family she works with.

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What Parents Are Saying

“From the beginning, Karen helped us get comfortable with the process and encouraged our student to explore all of her options. Karen was very knowledgeable and organized, and always responsive to our student when issues popped up along the way.” 

Christine Staberg, mother of Delilah

Quinnipiac University, NCAA Recruit, Class of 2029

RESOURCES

Rugby Tips

Learn more about rugby fitness, skill development, game day planning, how to balance rugby with your other school commitments, and more.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Whether you're just starting to explore college rugby or deep in the recruiting process, we're here to help you move forward with confidence.

THE RUGGER'S EDGE

The Rugger's Edge is a college advisory firm focusing on the unique needs of rugby players. We guide you through the college rugby recruiting process, working directly with the best college coaches in the country to match prospects with programs.

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