ABOUT US
The San Diego Surfers Rugby Club has been San Diego’s premier women’s rugby team since 1975. Previously known as both OMBUSH and the Rio Grande Surfers, the team applied for non-profit status and officially changed its name to the San Diego Surfers Women’s Rugby Club in 1997.
Since then, the Surfers have rapidly matured as a club in terms of talent and experience, thanks to the dedication of the players, coaches, and supporters.
Competing year-round, the Surfers field teams for D1, 7s, and a developing D2 along with close partnerships to the San Diego Touch team. The club has produced over 40 athletes who have represented USA on Olympic, professional, and international stages and boasts 10 national titles across WPL, D1, and 7s competitions. Check out the surfers legacy ->
10x National Championships
BUILDING COMMUNITY
The San Diego Surfers are deeply rooted in the local community, actively contributing to the growth of rugby by having many current and former players coach high school and college teams.
Beyond the field, the team has participated in initiatives such as beach cleanups, clothing drives supporting women’s shelters, and youth rugby skills clinics.
COACHING STAFF
Staffed with experienced alumni and former Olympic head coaches, the San Diego Surfers coaching team is dedicated to developing elite athletes and helping them reach the next level in rugby.
TE AWHINA ARANUI-TATE
D1 Head Coach
TAI TUISAMOA
D1 Assistant Coach
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
The executive committee, made up of current and former players, dedicate their time, effort, and resources to managing and supporting the club's operations.
BRYT FELDER-BROWN
President
JESS SKINNER
Fundraising Chair
WING LY
Surf n Turf Coordinator
ASHLEY TORRECILLAS
Vice President
RAQUEL GOLI
Secretary
ELEANOR AMIDEI
Alumni Coordinator
MORGAN BUNDY
D1 Coordinator
JULIA BUESCHER
Treasurer
CHRISTY XIE
Social Media Coordinator
LAUREN THUNEN
7's Coordinator
SHEREE COLLINS
Merch Chair
ANNIKA SANTOS
Webmaster
TEAM GALLERY
Surfers Rugby through the years
