Austin Rugby Club, whose teams play as the Austin Blacks, is a rugby union club in Austin, Texas, founded in 1967. It fields three senior men's squads, youth teams for boys and girls, and occasional veterans' sides.
History
The Austin Blacks Rugby Club was founded in the spring of 1967 and calls itself the first club in the Southwestern United States.
The Austin Blacks were among the teams announced in May 2026 for the Men's Division 1 event of the USA Club Rugby XVs National Championships.
Honours
Honours by the club's count:
- Division 1 national champions: 2023 (D1 side)
- Division 3 national champions: 2018, 2019 (third side); 2023 (D3 side)
Ground
The club's fields are at 6013 Loyola Ln, Austin, TX 78724. The site has three regulation pitches and a 1,500 sq. ft. clubhouse. During the regular season the club trains at Burr Field.
Teams and training
The Blacks compete in USA Rugby Division 1, Division 2 and Division 3 with three full squads. The club also organises occasional over-35 veterans' matches; the veterans' side, formerly called Waterloo, is now the "Old Blacks". Austin Youth Rugby is for boys and girls aged 4 to 18.
As of August 2026, regular-season training times are:
| Day | Training at Burr Field |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 18:30–20:30 |
| Thursday | 18:30–20:30 |
| Saturday | From 12:00 when there is no match |
Confirm times with the club.
The club welcomes all players, from 20-year veterans to brand-new recruits.
Club life
In the club's view, Austin is known for its hospitality.