Vivian Studdert, a young Stanford rugby scrumhalf, was challenged daily during her Crusaders Global Player Residency in New Zealand, where professional coaching pushed her to develop skills like kicking, passing, and decision-making at a higher level. Despite being relatively new to the sport, she gained confidence, learned through tailored training with Grant Keenan, and returned to Stanford with a stronger game and broader rugby perspective.
Crusaders Player Residency Helps Studdert Take a Massive Leap Forward
The 2026 Coaching Course in Review
From May 18 to 29, coaches from around the world spent two weeks inside the Crusaders' high-performance environment in Christchurch. Here is what the 2026 Coac
The 2026 Coaching Course in Review
From May 18 to 29, coaches from around the world spent two weeks inside the Crusaders' high-performance environment in Christchurch. Here is what the 2026 Coac
Next Phase Rugby, Crusaders Global Academy Form Partnership
The partnership between Next Phase Rugby and Crusaders Global Academy is centered around a shared mission of helping grow and strengthen rugby in the USA.
Next Phase Rugby, Crusaders Global Academy Form Partnership
The partnership between Next Phase Rugby and Crusaders Global Academy is centered around a shared mission of helping grow and strengthen rugby in the USA.
Next Phase Rugby & Crusaders Global Academy Partner to Support the Development of USA Rugby Players and Coaches
Crusaders Global Academy and Next Phase Rugby have partnered to bring world-class rugby development directly to American players and coaches.
Next Phase Rugby & Crusaders Global Academy Partner to Support the Development of USA Rugby Players and Coaches
Crusaders Global Academy and Next Phase Rugby have partnered to bring world-class rugby development directly to American players and coaches.