Who is Ryan Matyas?
Ryan is an American rugby union player who played as a wing for the San Diego Legion of Major League Rugby (MLR) and was an Eagle until his retirement from international rugby in 2022.
What is Ryan up to now?
After retiring from international rugby, Ryan has been making an impact in the rugby world through work as a Director of Rugby, Coach, and General Manager around California. He's bringing years of experience playing and in the rugby community to the next generation of rugby players - and we're excited to partner with Ryan to help grow the game.
"Coaching is an opportunity to give back to this incredible sport that has given me my life. Having the opportunity to share my knowledge of the game, bring people together and teach rugby culture is what drives me. As an Eagle it is my job to uphold, empower, and teach rugby culture. As this sport continues to grow larger in the United States, keeping rugby culture and traditions at the forefront is imperative. It's what makes our sport unique and it's why we all sacrifice so much to be a part of it." - Ryan Matyas
From Player to Partner
We're excited to be able to partner with someone who has such a passion for growing the game in the United States. Keep your eyes peeled, because we're just getting started with some exciting plans and content from Ryan.
"World Rugby Shop has meant a lot to me from a very young age. Having the opportunity to partner with them is really a full circle moment, it's where my journey began. Getting the opportunity to support others as they begin their journey as a player, or fan, is an incredible opportunity that I'm extremely proud to be a part of."
You can follow Ryan on Instagram here.
