Our Vision
The Washington Scandals exist as an organization that welcomes the LGBTQIA community into an environment where compassion, comradery, and commitment are expressed through the sport of rugby.
#RugbyReady #ChooseKind
Our Mission
Washington Scandals Rugby Football Club (RFC) is a gay and inclusive athletic organization that develops skill and knowledge of rugby football while furthering diversity in the sport.
In pursuit of this mission, Washington Scandals RFC shall conduct clinics, workshops, lessons, and seminars at municipal parks and recreation areas to instruct and educate individuals in the sport of rugby football.
While focused on gay, bisexual, and transgender communities who are traditionally underserved in the sport, we are committed to providing an open and welcoming environment for all people regardless of sexual orientation, gender, race, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, political beliefs, athletic ability, age, physical challenge, mental challenge, or health status.
Washington Scandals RFC is formed exclusively for educational and charitable purposes.
Our 2023 Board
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Ryan Cassidy | President
president@scandalsrfc.org
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Jorge Bonilla | Vice President
vp@scandalsrfc.org
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Shane Bagwell | Treasurer
treasurer@scandalsrfc.org
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Andrew Stockwell | Rugby Director
rugby@scandalsrfc.org
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Gabriel Viveros | Communication and Social Chair
secretary@scandalsrfc.org
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Matt Melikian | Membership Chair
membership@scandalsrfc.org
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Forwards are the hard-hitting front line of a rugby team. They are responsible for contesting possession via the scrum and line-out, and creating opportunities by drawing defenders into contact.
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Backs are the smaller and more agile ball carriers on the team. Their job is to utilize speed to take advantage of opportunities in the opponent’s defensive line.
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Our supporters include our staff as well as our community of friends and fans.
Head Coach - Cody JokelaAsst Coach - Mike Arnone