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All players welcome, no experience needed!

The Huntsville Rugby Club has been competing throughout the United States since it's inception in 1978. Since then, players of all ages, shapes, and abilities have represented the HRC for years. From former collegiate athletes to engineers, the Huntsville Rugby Club welcomes you to join us on the pitch. If you feel supporting on the field is beyond you, feel free to come cheer us on as we compete throughout the Southeast region on our path to a National Championship or become one of our generous sponsors and have your company represented on the pitch.

Chaney Wells

Head Coach

Coach Wells has been sharing his knowledge of rugby since his arrival back in 2011 on and off the field.

Chaney took over the position of head coach in 2019 following the retirement of Coach Benny Pope.

PLAYER

Jon Drake

Jon has been playing with the HRC since 2020 after starting his career as part of the up-and-coming UAH Chargers. His dominating running and ferocity has made him a menace for teams throughout the Southeast. Jon also competes year-round as part of the Alabama Rugby Alliance and spends his summer as a part of the TN Elite 7s squad and has competed in the 2023 and 2024 Club Nationals. He currently leads the squad as Vice-Captain for the 2025 season.

SPOTLIGHTS

David ‘Southey’ Fillingim

The University of South Alabama graduate and former Battleship rugger, Southey brings his experience and humor to the HRC all the way from Mobile since 2020. His elusive and improvisational style of play makes him truly fun to watch and difficult to defend. He also runs with the Alabama Rugby Alliance and spends his summer as a part of the TN Elite 7s squad and has competed in the 2023 and 2024 Club Nationals. As the 2025 Captain, Southey continues to lead the Space Cowboys.

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