Seattle Saracens Rugby

What Seattle Saracens Rugby does

Seattle Rugby Club (legally Seattle Rugby Football Club; formerly branded Seattle Saracens until a July 2020 rebrand) is a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit and amateur rugby union club founded in 1966, headquartered at 4103 SE Othello Street in Seattle, Washington. It operates men's and women's adult fifteens programs that compete in USA Club Rugby national competition, the Pacific Northwest Rugby Football Union (Division 1), and — for the women's Premier side — the British Columbia Rugby Union, marking the club's only cross-border competitive footprint. The present organization was formed through the late-1990s/early-2000s merger of three heritage clubs (Seattle Rugby Club est. 1966, Old Puget Sound Beach est. 1969, and Breakers Rugby Club est. 1979), making it Washington's longest continuously active rugby club. The men's program comprises approximately 72 players, coaches, and staff; the women's program approximately 43.

Core offerings extend beyond the two competitive teams to include the SRC Pathway (a youth-to-professional rugby development funnel from flag rugby at age 5 through Major League Rugby via affiliated club Seattle Seawolves), the Clubhouse Membership tiered subscription program for supporters and alumni (Bronze through Lifetime at $15-$250/month and $100-$10,000/year), the Unfiltered Podcast, annual player season awards, and Challenge Coin recognition. The underlying technology stack is minimal: no proprietary platform, no app, no API; operations rely on standard web content, social channels (Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube), email newsletters, and third-party merchandise fulfillment via The Rugby Shop and World Rugby Shop.

The business model is a hybrid nonprofit revenue stack: recurring player dues (paid annually or in three installments), recurring Clubhouse Membership subscriptions, tiered corporate sponsorships (Executive, Primary, Support), tax-deductible donations and fundraising events (notably a $150,000 60th Anniversary Dinner Auction in May 2026), merchandise sales on a referral basis, and alumni-program memberships. Go-to-market is community-led — prospective members are recruited through word-of-mouth, alumni referrals, and open practice attendance at Magnuson Park and Valley Ridge during the September–May in-season window, with the website's "Join the Team" page as the digital intake surface. The club is governed by an elected Executive Board (President Kevin Flynn, Executive Director Jennie Flynn, Treasurer, Secretary, multiple Directors and Members at Large) and operates largely through volunteer labor.

Name

Seattle Saracens Rugby

Legal name

Seattle Rugby Football Club

Website

https://seattle.rugby

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Seattle Rugby Club is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit amateur rugby union club in Seattle, Washington, operating men's and women's competitive fifteens programs plus a youth-to-professional player pathway and tiered alumni membership subscriptions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Amateur Rugby Club

NAICS

Sports Teams and Clubs (711211), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Local Amateur Clubs & Community Sports Organizations (MPAKACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sports Fundraising & Development Services (Foundations, NIL Collectives Support) (MPAKAKAK), Club Sports Programs (EDALAIAB)

Keywords

• Amateur rugby club
• Rugby union programs
• Community rugby organization
• Youth rugby pathway
• Competitive rugby teams

Headquarters

HQ city

Seattle

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorship program with Executive, Primary, and Support tier sponsors providing financial support in exchange for brand visibility and community association.
2. Clubhouse Memberships: Recurring membership program with monthly ($15-$250) and annual ($100-$10,000) billing options. Tiers include Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Lifetime. Supports travel expenses, facilities, coaching, and medical support.
3. Clubhouse Memberships (Alumni): Western Rugby Alumni program with Bronze ($10/month), Silver ($20/month), Gold ($50/month), and Lifetime ($5,000) tiers. Provides exclusive content, decals, merchandise, and supports WWU Men's Rugby Club.
4. Donations and Fundraising: Tax-deductible donations through PayPal, credit/debit card, check, or ACH transfer. The club is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization (EIN: 71-0996295). Major fundraising event raised $150,000 at 60th anniversary dinner auction.
5. Player Membership Dues: Annual player dues with options to pay in full or in three installments. Supports club operations, training facilities, equipment, and travel.
6. Merchandise Sales: Official online store powered by The Rugby Shop and World Rugby Shop, selling club merchandise including jerseys and accessories.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Seattle Rugby Club (formerly Seattle Saracens) operates adult men's and women's fifteens rugby teams competing in USA Club Rugby national competition and the Pacific Northwest Rugby Football Union, with the women's Premier team also competing internationally in the British Columbia Rugby Union. The club runs a youth-to-professional SRC Pathway, hosts community events, and offers Clubhouse Memberships and merchandise to support operations.

Product overview

Seattle Rugby Club is an elite amateur rugby organization offering competitive men's and women's rugby programs competing in USA Club Rugby national competition. The club provides a comprehensive rugby pathway (SRC Pathway) from youth flag rugby through professional levels, supported by membership programs (Clubhouse Membership), content creation (Unfiltered Podcast), player recognition (Season Awards, Challenge Coins), and historical documentation (End of Season Reports, 60th Anniversary Celebration). The organization operates as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization governed by an executive board and operations team.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Men's Rugby Program Competitive men's rugby team with 72 players, coaches, and staff, competing in USA Club Rugby national competition and Pacific Northwest Rugby Football Union D1. Offers practice sessions at Magnuson Park and Valley Ridge on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the September-May in-season months.
• Women's Rugby Program Competitive women's rugby team with 43 players, coaches, and staff, competing in USA Club Rugby national competition, Pacific Northwest Rugby Football Union (D1/D2), and internationally in the British Columbia Rugby Union Premier division. Offers practice sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the in-season months.
• SRC Pathway Youth-to-professional rugby development pathway connecting players from flag rugby (ages 5-8) through youth, high school, collegiate, adult club, and professional levels, including Major League Rugby and USA Rugby national team opportunities.
• Clubhouse Membership Virtual alumni community offering subscription membership tiers (Bronze $15/month or $100/year, Silver $50/month or $500/year, Gold $100/month or $1,000/year, Platinum $250/month or $2,500/year, Lifetime $10,000 one-time) with benefits including exclusive content, challenge coins, mugs, decals, beanie, engraved desk organizer, leather caddie, flask, and glass decanter. Proceeds support club operations including travel, facilities, equipment, coaching, and medical support.
• Western Rugby Alumni Membership Alumni membership program for Western Rugby with tiered subscriptions providing exclusive content, decals, merchandise, and supporting WWU Men's Rugby Club. Tiers include Bronze ($10/month), Silver ($20/month), Gold ($50/month), and Lifetime ($5,000 one-time).
• Player Season Awards Annual recognition program honoring outstanding contributions in both men's and women's programs including Most Valuable Player, Most Valuable Back, Most Valuable Forward, Rookie of the Year, and Most Improved Player.
• Challenge Coins Physical recognition awards given to players, coaches, volunteers, and supporters who demonstrate commitment and community involvement through mentoring youth programs, supporting local charities, and volunteering.
• 60th Anniversary Dinner Auction 60th anniversary celebration including a dinner auction event at the Washington Athletic Club on May 30, 2026, raising $150,000 for the club, honoring the Heritage Club, and launching the 60th anniversary program.

Quantifiable outcome

• $150,000 raised at 60th anniversary dinner auction
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered executive, primary, core and minor.

• Martyn Family FoundationexecutiveGTM or Marketing PartnerExecutive-level sponsor providing major financial support to Seattle Rugby Club. Contributes to the club's operational costs and growth initiatives.
• MTI Physical TherapyexecutiveGTM or Marketing PartnerExecutive-level sponsor providing physical therapy services and support. Contributes to player health and recovery programs.
• Penington Painting CompanyexecutiveGTM or Marketing PartnerExecutive-level sponsor with Jerry Penington as former player. Major sponsor for multiple years providing financial support.
• The Old County BarprimaryGTM or Marketing PartnerPrimary sponsor providing community support and venue connections for club events.
• The Old PequliarprimaryGTM or Marketing PartnerPrimary sponsor and popular pub that supports the rugby community.
• Western TowboatprimaryGTM or Marketing PartnerPrimary sponsor providing financial support for club operations.
• Army Rugby UnioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMilitary rugby partnership supporting USA Military Rugby team and Rugby for Remembrance events.
• USA Military RugbycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership supporting USA Military Rugby including 'Rugby for Remembrance 2025' and UK tour support.
• Rugby WashingtoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState rugby union partner for player development and pathway programs.
• PNW RugbycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPacific Northwest Rugby union partner for regional competition and development.
• Rugby WorksminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partnership supporting rugby development programs.
• Crusaders Global AcademyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDevelopment partnership for player and coach development programs at Starfire Stadium.
• City SweatsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPlayer recovery partnership providing cold plunge and infrared sauna services for player recovery.
• SeaMar HealthminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHealth partnership supporting rugby player safety and medical services.
• Seattle SeawolvescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor League Rugby team with close ties. SRC provided 16 players to Seawolves; shared players and pathways.
• Washington Athletic ClubminorGTM or Marketing PartnerVenue partner for 60th anniversary dinner auction and events.
• Head 2 Toe ClinicminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMedical partner providing healthcare services with Dr. Lee Schuster as club medical contact.
• The Rugby Shop / World Rugby ShopprimaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial merchandise partner powering the Seattle Rugby Club online store.
• FilsonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured in Filson brand coverage, providing brand visibility and merchandise opportunities.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Seattle Seawolves: Seattle-based Major League Rugby professional team with a Core strategic partnership with SRC. SRC has supplied 16 players to the Seawolves, making them directly comparable as a Seattle rugby organization with overlapping talent pipelines, sponsors, and community base, though at a different competitive tier.
• Denver Barbarians: Long-established amateur rugby club in Denver competing in USA Club Rugby nationals, with both men's and women's programs. Comparable to SRC as a similarly sized, similarly structured community-based competitive amateur rugby club with a multi-decade heritage.
• Belmont Shore Rugby Club: One of the oldest and largest amateur rugby clubs in the United States, based in Long Beach, CA. Comparable to SRC as a multi-program, community-rooted competitive club with national-level competition participation and established youth-to-adult pathways.
• Chicago Lions: Historic amateur rugby club in Chicago competing at the national level. Comparable to SRC as a similarly structured community rugby organization with both men's and women's programs, established sponsorships, and competitive play in USA Club Rugby.
• Old Blue RFC: Elite amateur rugby club based in New York City with deep heritage and competitive national play. Comparable to SRC as an East Coast analog: community-driven, multi-program club with strong alumni networks and recurring membership models.

Broad incumbents

• San Diego Legion: Major League Rugby franchise in San Diego. Comparable to SRC as part of the broader US rugby ecosystem with overlapping talent pipelines, though operating at the professional tier and offering paid contracts.
• New England Free Jacks: Major League Rugby franchise based in Quincy, MA. Comparable as a professional American rugby organization with feeder club relationships, providing benchmark for SRC's pathway-to-pro value proposition.
• USA Rugby: National governing body for rugby in the United States. Comparable as the umbrella organization that sanctions SRC's national-level competitions and oversees pathway development to USA national teams.

Others

• Pacific Northwest Rugby Football Union: Regional governing body for rugby in the Pacific Northwest, of which SRC is a participating member club. Relevant comparator as the league/competition structure within which SRC operates its men's D1 program.

Emerging players

• Crusaders Global Academy: International rugby development organization partnering with SRC at Starfire Stadium for player and coach development. Comparable as a rugby-development counterpart with overlapping youth pathway ambitions in the Pacific Northwest region.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/SeattleRugby
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCFCpzV0zKSdoVPSwPzTHW0A
• Facebookfacebook.com/SeattleRugbyClub
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/seattle-rugby-club
• Instagraminstagram.com/seattlerugby

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles20 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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