When Rugby Alumni Step Up, Teams Rise

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Every great rugby program is built on more than just talent and hard work — it’s built on support. Alumni, coaches, and players all play a role in what happens both on and off the field.

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But passion alone isn’t enough to sustain growth. Without structure, communication, and clear direction, even the most dedicated alumni associations struggle to keep momentum.

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That’s where the Jumpstart Program comes in.

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Turning Passion into Progress

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We’ve spent years working with collegiate rugby programs and their alumni foundations, and we’ve learned that growth happens when three key pillars are in place:

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- Organization: Alumni boards need systems, not spreadsheets. When leadership has clear structure, goals, and roles, progress stops depending on a few motivated individuals and starts becoming repeatable.

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- Communication: Consistent updates and clear storytelling connect alumni to what’s happening today. When your community understands the effort happening behind the scenes, they want to be part of it.

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- Funding Strategy: Short-term fundraising can cover what’s needed today — but long-term growth comes from a sustainable plan. That includes recurring donations, major gifts, and even endowments that set the program up for years to come.

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When those pillars align, everything off the field starts to run smoothly — and that changes what happens on it.

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How Off-Field Systems Improve On-Field Results

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We’ve seen it time and again. When alumni programs have a real plan and consistent action behind it, the coaching staff gets to focus where they should: developing players and building a competitive culture.

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In the past five years, rugby programs that partnered with Madak have seen remarkable results. Teams climbed national rankings, raised over $400,000, and built stronger, more unified alumni communities.

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It’s simple — when players feel backed by their alumni, they play harder. When coaches aren’t worried about budgets, they coach better.

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A Framework That Builds Lasting Impact

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The Jumpstart Program gives rugby alumni associations a quarterly roadmap with dedicated guidance, accountability, and systems that keep the momentum going all year long.

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It’s about building something that lasts — a structure that grows with your program and keeps alumni connected, engaged, and proud to be part of the journey.

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If your rugby alumni program is ready to go beyond passion and start building real, measurable growth, the Jumpstart Program is where it starts.

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