The wait is over—Women’s Elite Rugby (WER), the first professional women’s rugby league in the U.S., has officially released its full schedule, venues, and rosters ahead of the league’s inaugural season, set to kick off in March. With six teams, a 13-week season, and matches played in community-driven stadiums across the country, WER is ready to bring professional women’s rugby to the U.S. like never before.
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Where to Watch: The Stadiums Set to Host WER’s First Season
WER has intentionally selected intimate, fan-friendly venues that bring supporters closer to the action while providing players with top-tier rugby facilities.
- Bay Breakers – Grape Bowl Stadium (Lodi, CA): A 5,000-seat venue known for its deep ties to the community and rich sports history.
- Boston Banshees – Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Stadium (Quincy, MA) & Tidewater Stadium (Pawtucket, RI): The Banshees will play at two locations, including the home of MLR’s New England Free Jacks and a brand-new 10,500-seat soccer venue in Rhode Island.
- Chicago Tempest – Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium (Evanston, IL): Located in the heart of Northwestern University’s athletic campus, this 5,000-seat stadium offers lakeside views and an electric match day experience.
- Denver Onyx – Infinity Park (Glendale, CO): A rugby-specific stadium that has hosted WPL and MLR teams, with a natural grass pitch built to international standards.
- New York Exiles – Memorial Field (Mount Vernon, NY): A revitalized 4,000-5,000 seat stadium just outside the Bronx, designed for multi-sport use and accessibility.
- TC Gemini – TCO Stadium (Eagan, MN): Connected to the Minnesota Vikings’ headquarters, this 7,000-seat stadium offers state-of-the-art facilities and a turf field built for all-weather play.
When It All Begins: The 2025 WER Season Schedule
The first-ever WER match will take place Saturday, March 22, with the New York Exiles hosting the Boston Banshees at Memorial Field in Mount Vernon, NY, kicking off at 4:00 PM ET.
WER’s regular season runs from March 22 to June 14, with matches scheduled Friday through Sunday each week.
The Players Taking the Field: 2025 Rosters
Along with the schedule release, WER has officially confirmed rosters for all six teams. The league’s 180 athletes come from elite college programs, top club teams, the Women’s Premier League (WPL), and international competition.
Each team has named a Foundational Five (F5)—players who will serve as leaders on and off the field. These athletes bring experience from the USA Eagles, international squads, and professional leagues as they help shape the identity of their teams.
Since WER has not provided details on players’ previous clubs and international experience, we’ve done the work to track it down and are sharing it below. Our research covers everything from college and club affiliations to international caps—but if we got something wrong, let us know! We’re happy to update and make sure these players get the recognition they deserve.
Get Ready for WER 2025
As the first full-season, professional women’s rugby league in the U.S., WER is setting the stage for something special. The venues are set, the schedule is locked in, and the rosters are stacked—now, it’s time to play.
March 22 is just around the corner—who will make history in WER’s first season?
Tickets
You can purchase season or individual tickets below!
Watch
Women’s Elite Rugby (WER) has partnered with DAZN to stream every match of the inaugural season live and on-demand for free. Fans can watch all games exclusively on DAZN, along with a midweek highlights show featuring top moments from each round. DAZN, a global leader in sports streaming, is known for its commitment to growing women’s sports, including broadcasting the UEFA Women’s Champions League, Liga F, Frauen-Bundesliga, and more. As the season progresses, WER and DAZN will provide additional details on match coverage and exclusive content.
If you need a VPN, our top recommendation is always NordVPN. They’re known for providing a stable connection and delivering high-speed service, so you can count on a seamless browsing experience.
Schedule & Results
Date | Time (CST) | Home | Score | Away | Score | Location | Tickets |
| 3/22/2025 | 3:00 PM | New York Exiles | 27 | Boston Banshees | 29 | The Stadium at Memorial Field | Buy Tickets |
| 3/23/2025 | 1:00 PM | Chicago Tempest | 15 | TC Gemini | 20 | Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium | Buy Tickets |
| 3/29/2025 | 6:00 PM | Boston Banshees | TC Gemini | Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Stadium | Buy Tickets | ||
| 3/29/2025 | 2:00 PM | Denver Onyx | Bay Breakers | Infinity Park | Buy Tickets | ||
| 3/30/2025 | 12:00 PM | Chicago Tempest | New York Exiles | Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium | Buy Tickets | ||
| 4/5/2025 | 2:00 PM | Denver Onyx | New York Exiles | Infinity Park | Buy Tickets | ||
| 4/5/2025 | 7:30 PM | Bay Breakers | TC Gemini | Grape Bowl Stadium | Buy Tickets | ||
| 4/6/2025 | 12:00 PM | Chicago Tempest | Boston Banshees | Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium | Buy Tickets | ||
| 4/12/2025 | 2:00 PM | Denver Onyx | Chicago Tempest | Infinity Park | Buy Tickets | ||
| 4/13/2025 | 1:00 PM | New York Exiles | Bay Breakers | The Stadium at Memorial Field | Buy Tickets | ||
| 4/19/2025 | 1:00 PM | Boston Banshees | New York Exiles | Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Stadium | Buy Tickets | ||
| 4/25/2025 | 7:00 PM | TC Gemini | Bay Breakers | TCO Stadium | Buy Tickets | ||
| 4/26/2025 | 2:00 PM | Chicago Tempest | Denver Onyx | Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium | Buy Tickets | ||
| 5/3/2025 | 3:00 PM | Chicago Tempest | Bay Breakers | Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium | Buy Tickets | ||
| 5/3/2025 | 7:00 PM | TC Gemini | New York Exiles | TCO Stadium | Buy Tickets | ||
| 5/4/2025 | 3:00 PM | Boston Banshees | Denver Onyx | The Stadium at Tidewater Stadium Landing | Coming Soon | ||
| 5/9/2025 | 7:00 PM | TC Gemini | Denver Onyx | TCO Stadium | Buy Tickets | ||
| 5/10/2025 | 4:00 PM | Bay Breakers | Boston Banshees | Grape Bowl Stadium | Buy Tickets | ||
| 5/17/2025 | 1:00 PM | Boston Banshees | Chicago Tempest | The Stadium at Tidewater Stadium Landing | Coming Soon | ||
| 5/18/2025 | 1:00 PM | New York Exiles | TC Gemini | The Stadium at Memorial Field | Buy Tickets | ||
| 5/24/2025 | 2:00 PM | Denver Onyx | Boston Banshees | Infinity Park | Buy Tickets | ||
| 5/25/2025 | 4:00 PM | Bay Breakers | New York Exiles | Grape Bowl Stadium | Buy Tickets | ||
| 5/31/2025 | 1:00 PM | Boston Banshees | Bay Breakers | The Stadium at Tidewater Stadium Landing | Coming Soon | ||
| 5/31/2025 | 5:00 PM | New York Exiles | Denver Onyx | The Stadium at Memorial Field | Buy Tickets | ||
| 5/31/2025 | 7:00 PM | TC Gemini | Chicago Tempest | TCO Stadium | Buy Tickets | ||
| 6/7/2025 | 2:00 PM | Denver Onyx | TC Gemini | Infinity Park | Buy Tickets | ||
| 6/7/2025 | 4:00 PM | Bay Breakers | Chicago Tempest | Grape Bowl Stadium | Buy Tickets | ||
| 6/13/2025 | 7:00 PM | TC Gemini | Boston Banshees | TCO Stadium | Buy Tickets | ||
| 6/14/2025 | 11:00 AM | New York Exiles | Chicago Tempest | The Stadium at Memorial Field | Buy Tickets | ||
| 6/14/2025 | 4:00 PM | Bay Breakers | Denver Onyx | Grape Bowl Stadium | Buy Tickets |
Standings
Squads
The 2025 WER rosters bring together a diverse mix of talent, blending professional, club, university, and international experience. Many players have honed their skills in the Women’s Premier League (WPL), top club competitions, and collegiate programs, while others are making the jump from Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR) in England back to the U.S.. The league also welcomes crossover athletes from rugby league and other sports, further expanding the level of competition.
A total of 104 WPL veterans anchor the league, alongside 40 club players and 18 university standouts, showing a strong pipeline from all levels of the game. 13 players return from PWR, where they’ve been competing at the highest level overseas.
On the international stage, 28 USA Eagles bring Test match experience, joined by athletes who have represented Canada, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Mexico, Fiji, Nigeria, and Samoa. The league also includes seven USA Rugby League players, highlighting the crossover potential between rugby codes.
With a blend of elite experience, raw talent, and international pedigree, WER’s inaugural rosters are set to deliver high-quality, fast-paced rugby when the season kicks off in March.
Bay Breakers
Player Name | Foundational Five | Previous Club | International Experience |
| Abby Vogel | All Blues (WPL) | ||
| Aimee Ramos | All Blues (WPL) | USA U23, Mexico | |
| Aly Namosimalua | Chicago Lions (Club) | PR 7s | |
| Ari Jurkowski | All Blues (WPL) | ||
| Bulou Mataitoga | Loughborough Lightning (PWR) | USA | |
| Cassandra Tong | All Blues (WPL) | ||
| Celine Liulamaga | F5 | Seattle (Club) | |
| Dana Alimena | New York (WPL) | ||
| Elena Edwards | F5 | All Blues (WPL) | |
| Evan Hoese | All Blues (WPL) | Rugby 10s, Atlantis 7s, USA | |
| Hope Cooper | All Blues (WPL) | USA U23 | |
| Isabela Gonzalez Berazueta Burgos | Rhinos Academy | Mexico, PR 7s, Rugby 10s | |
| Jade McGrath | F5 | All Blues (WPL) | Rugby 10s, USA Falcons |
| Kathryn Clark | All Blues (WPL) | ||
| Kathryn Treder | Loughborough Lightning (PWR) | USA | |
| Kristen Siano | All Blues (WPL) | ||
| Leyla Alev Kelter | Loughborough Lightning (PWR) | PR 7s, USA, Olympian | |
| Miriama Marawa | Life West (Club) | Fiji | |
| Mona Lisa Tupou | Life West (Club) | PR 7s, USA U23, USA | |
| Monica Marquez | All Blues (WPL) | USA U23 | |
| Naomi Carrillo | All Blues (WPL) | ||
| Olivia Bernadel-Huey | F5 | All Blues (WPL) | |
| Paris Hart | All Blues (WPL) | ||
| Roxelle Thomas | F5 | Life West (Club) | USA U23 |
| Roz Okapara | All Blues (WPL) | PR 7s, Nigeria | |
| Shelby Lin | All Blues (WPL) | USA | |
| Sierra Watkins | All Blues (WPL) | PR 7s, | |
| Sophia Lamphier | All Blues (WPL) | Rhino Academy, PR 7s, Macdowell Academy, USA U18, U23, USA | |
| Taina Tukuafu | All Blues (WPL) | USA U18, U20, U23, USA | |
| Tonya Wessman | All Blues (WPL) |
Boston Banshees
Player Name | Foundational Five | Previous Club | International Experience |
| Abbey Savin | Dartmouth University | ||
| Alexandra Pipkin | Beantown (WPL) | Atlantis 7s | |
| Amanda Schweitzer | Beantown (WPL) | ||
| Angie Owen | Beantown (WPL) | ||
| Ashley Cowdrey | Chicago Lions (Club) | USA U23 | |
| Caitlin Weigel | CO Gray Wolves (WPL) | ||
| Cassidy Bargell | F5 | Beantown (WPL) | USA caps |
| Catie Benson | Sale Sharks (PWR) | USA | |
| Eliza Altobelli | Penn State | ||
| Emily Henrich | F5 | Leicester Tigers (PWR) | USA 23, USA |
| Emma Santosuosso | Beantown (WPL) | Rugby 10s | |
| Genevieve Quirion | Beantown (WPL) | ||
| Jenni LaFerriere | Richmond (Club) | ||
| Jenny Kronish | Beantown (WPL) | USA U23, USA | |
| Kaitlyn Sosa | Penn State | ||
| Katie Lohaus | Chicago Lions (Club) | PR 7s, Rugby 10s | |
| Lauren Ferridge | Beantown (WPL) | USA U23 | |
| Morgan Cunningham | Brown University | ||
| Natalie Armatage | University of Guelph | Canada U23 | |
| Nickky Nguyen | Beantown (WPL) | ||
| Oliver Wright | Beantown (WPL) | USA U18, U20 | |
| Paige Stathopoulos | F5 | Ealing Trailfinders (PWR) | USA Falcons, USA |
| Q Okine | F5 | Beantown (WPL) | |
| Rachael Harkavy | Beantown (WPL) | ||
| Salma Bezzat | Beantown (WPL) | ||
| Shelby Vance | Beantown (WPL) | ||
| Yeja Dunn | F5 | Beantown (WPL) | USA Falcons |
Chicago Tempest
Player Name | Foundational Five | Previous Club | International Experience |
| Abby Albrecht | sHARCs (Club) | ||
| Adriana Mendoza Silva | Chicago NS (WPL) | ||
| Amaryha McGowan | Univ Iowa | ||
| Anabel Diaz | F5 | Chicago Lions (Club) | Mexico |
| Ashley Mencke | Columbus Squirrels (Club) | USA League | |
| Betty Nguyen | F5 | Chicago NS (WPL) | |
| Brooke Walklate | NSWC Corellas (Club) | ||
| Christen Jackson | Chicago Lions (Club) | ||
| Ellie Reiter | Crossover | ||
| Emma Farnan | F5 | Chicago NS (WPL) | PR 7s |
| Erika Farias | ORSU (Club) | USA Touch, Rugby 10s, PR7s, Mexico | |
| Hali Deters | WAC (Club) | PR 7s | |
| Ilene Andrade | Queens University of Charlotte | El Salvador | |
| Indigo Niznik-Darden | Chicago NS (WPL) | ||
| Isla Alejandro | Saracens (PWR) | ||
| Jayla Twitty | Columbus Squirrels (Club) | ||
| Jess Dombrowski | Chicago NS (WPL) | ||
| Kadie Sanford | F5 | Chicago NS (WPL) | USA League |
| Katie Lamont | Chicago NS (WPL) | ||
| Kit Buzby | Atlanta Harlequins (Club) | ||
| Lauren Kuffel | Chicago NS (WPL) | ||
| Marcaya Bailous | Chicago NS (WPL) | Atlantis, USA League | |
| Narcisse Jordan | Columbus Squirrels (Club) | USA League | |
| Nicole Fisch | Chicago NS (WPL) | Atlantis, USA League | |
| Olga Niyibizi | Chicago NS (WPL) | ||
| Sara Curvin | Raleigh Venom (Club) | PR 7s | |
| Sarah (Esther) Anderson | Chicago NS (WPL) | USA League | |
| Taylor White | Chicago NS (WPL) | USA League | |
| Tito Harrison | Chicago Lions (Club) | ||
| Ubaida Ahmed | Raleigh Venom | USA U20 |
Denver Onyx
Player Name | Foundational Five | Previous Club | International Experience |
| Alessandra Bender Cruz | Unattached | PR 7s, Mexico | |
| Amy Spafford | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | ||
| Carly Waters | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | USA | |
| Carson Hann | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | ||
| Denali Graham | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | ||
| Erica Coulibaly | F5 | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | |
| Evie Oglesby | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | ||
| Gabby Rivera | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | ||
| Gianna Solomon | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | ||
| Hallie Taufoou | Loughborough Lightning (PWR) | USA | |
| Hannah Long | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | ||
| Jeanna Beard | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | ||
| Julie Tordonato | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | ||
| Justine Perl | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | ||
| Kapoina Bailey | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | ||
| KB Slaughter | Belmont Shore (Club) | Atlantis, Rugby 10s | |
| Kelsie O’Brien | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | USA | |
| Kianna Lally | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | ||
| Kristin Bitter | SD Surfers (WPL) | Rugby 10s, USA | |
| Laura Lavigne | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | ||
| Maya Learned | F5 | Gloucester-Hartpury (PWR) | USA |
| McKenzie Hawkins | F5 | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | USA U18, U20, U23, USA |
| Monique Coffey | Scion (Club) | Rugby 10s, PR 7s, Canada | |
| Rachel Ehrecke | F5 | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | USA |
| Rachel Johnson | Exeter Chiefs (PWR) | USA | |
| Saher Hamdan | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | PR 7s, USA | |
| Sheila Decker | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | ||
| Tahlia Brody | Leicester Tigers (PWR) | USA | |
| Tahna Wilfley | F5 | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | USA |
New York Exiles
Player Name | Foundational Five | Previous Club | International Experience |
| Adriana Castillo | F5 | New York (WPL) | Dominican Republic |
| Cam Osses | Alabany Knicks (Club) | ||
| Caoimhe O’Sullivan Roche | New York (WPL) | ||
| Cari Pick | New York (WPL) | ||
| Chloe Correia | Pittsburgh Forge (WPL) | ||
| Congetta ‘Jetta’ Owens | F5 | New York (WPL) | PR 7s |
| Corina Kaiser | New York (WPL) | ||
| Daisy Titus | New York (WPL) | ||
| Denisse Zambon Regalado | New York (WPL) | Dominican Republic | |
| Emily Brower | All Blues (WPL) | ||
| Faith Morley | West Chester University | Atlantis | |
| Gabrielle Pennino | Tampa Bay Crew (Club) | ||
| Gio Cruz | New York (WPL) | ||
| Jade Greenfield | New York (WPL) | ||
| Jenn Salomon-Clayton | F5 | New York (WPL) | PR 7s, Mexico |
| Jessie Ruiz | New York (WPL) | ||
| Jordyn Marlin | New York (WPL) | ||
| Justina Debruzzi | New York (WPL) | ||
| Kayla Hunkin-Clark | ORSU (Club) | Samoa | |
| Kristin Aliberto | New York (WPL) | ||
| Liz Berridge | New York (WPL) | ||
| Matilda Kocaj | F5 | Life University | PR 7s |
| Misha Green-Yotts | F5 | New York (WPL) | |
| Nic Carroll | New York (WPL) | ||
| Nikki Richardson | New York (WPL) | ||
| Sarah Minahan | New York (WPL) | ||
| Scout Cheeks | Unattached | PR 7s | |
| Shamira Robles | New York (WPL) | PR 7s, USA | |
| Sophie Frick | New York (WPL) | ||
| Tess Feury | Leicester Tigers (PWR) | USA U20, Youth Olympian, USA |
TC Gemini
Player Name | Foundational Five | Previous Club | International Experience |
| Abbey Jacobs | F5 | Twin Cities Amazons (WPL) | USA U23 |
| Ali Gillberg | Twin Cities Amazons (WPL) | ||
| Alivia Leatherman | Ealing Trailfinders (PWR) | USA | |
| Antonina O’Neill | Tampa Bay Krewe (Club) | ||
| Bianca Curtis | Harvard University | Canada U18 & U20, USA U23, America Samoa | |
| Brogan Mior | Grand Canyon University | USA U23 | |
| Brooke Doerscher | Twin Cities Amazons (WPL) | ||
| Ciara Clawson | KC Jazz (Club) | ||
| Desiree Leaupepe | Los Angeles (Club) | ||
| Emerson Allen | F5 | Lindenwood University | Rugby 10s, USA |
| Emilee Jalosuo | Metropolis Valkyries (Club) | ||
| Emily Juhl | Twin Cities Amazons (WPL) | ||
| Emily Mack | Life University | Rugby 10s | |
| Hannah Pfersch | Queens University | ||
| Isabelle Currie | Univ Wisconsin Eau Claire | ||
| Joana Marrese | All Blues (Club) | ||
| Josie Rogers | Twin Cities Amazons (WPL) | ||
| Kailynn Hampton | Colorado Gray Wolves (WPL) | ||
| Katrina Nunes | F5 | Twin Cities Amazons (WPL) | |
| Kayla Lawson | SD Surfers (Club) | USA | |
| Lucy Leatherman | Notre Dame College | ||
| Maggie Kleyer | Twin Cities Amazons (WPL) | ||
| Marisa Hall | F5 | NOVA (Club) | Rugby 10s |
| Mikey Williams | Thurrock (Club) | ||
| Sam Black | Tampa Bay Krewe (Club) | ||
| Sam Brackett | Santa Barbara (Club) | Rugby 10s, USA U23, USA | |
| Serena Liu | All Blues (Club) | ||
| Tara Viken | Twin Cities Amazons (WPL) | ||
| Tatyana Reed | F5 | University of Northern Iowa | |
| Trinity Todd | Foothill Lions (Club) |
Past Results
The Women’s Premier League (WPL) was founded in 2009 as a semi-professional league and ran until 2024. While WER is stepping onto the scene for the first time, it’s building on the foundation the WPL laid—elevating the game and creating new opportunities for women’s rugby in the U.S.
If you’re interested in the history of the WPL, including league results and past championships, check out this archive: WPL History & Results.
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