State Championship Roundup: Wisconsin & Indiana Crown 2026 Rugby Champions
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The 2026 spring rugby season came to a thrilling close as Wisconsin and Indiana held their state championship events, delivering dramatic finishes and standout performances across multiple divisions.
Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the Eastside Exiles rallied from a 12-5 deficit to defeat Elkhorn 19-12 in the Division 1 Boys High School State Championship, claiming the program's first-ever state title. Sophomore flyhalf Jax Zukowski was the hero of the comeback, scoring two second-half tries including a late defensive rip-and-run that sealed the win. A full game story is available via Wisconsin Rugby News.
Indiana
In Indiana, six championship matches were contested over a memorable Memorial Day, with titles decided across youth and high school divisions:
- Girls 7/8th Grade: Westfield 30, Pendleton 15
- Boys 7/8th Grade: Mudsock 14, Pendleton 0
- D2 Girls High School: Penn Girls 34, Pendleton 10
- D2 Boys High School: Irish 27, Noblesville 22
- D1 Girls High School: Warsaw 23, Carmel 17
- D1 Boys High School: Pendleton 20, Mudsock 18
Congratulations to all the players, coaches, and clubs who competed this spring.
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