As Memorialized on the Harrington Pitch page: https://babsonraac.com/harrington-rugby-pitch/

In the fall of 1979, Charlie Harrington came to Babson as a freshman and quickly joined a fledgling group of athletes under the tutelage of Tim DeMello (B’81) in an effort to establish the Babson United Rugby Club (BURC). Eager to learn the game and make an impact with the club, Charlie became a consistent performer and dedicated rugger, on and off the pitch. As a back, Charlie was a classic American-born athlete with more guts than style as he gritted out eight productive seasons on the pitch; running, kicking, scoring, and singing his way into notoriety.

His leadership and winning attitude were evidenced by the ‘5th in New England’ NERFU ranking BURC achieved in Charlie’s senior year as he co-captained the club along with Dave MacKay. In the spring of 1983, Charlie was recognized in Sports Illustrated’s ‘Faces in the Crowd’ for scoring ‘the deciding try in his club’s 12-9 win over Amherst in the New England Small College Rugby Tournament title game.’ The profile went on to recognize Charlie as ‘a founding member of the 4-year-old Babson club.’

Off the field, Charlie’s contribution in club management progressed through positions in Promotion/Public Relations, Secretary, and BURC’s 3rd President (1982-1983). Charlie maintained an excellent working relationship with Babson Administration and the Athletic Department; a feat that was consistently challenged by the still-new, and unconventional culture of rugby on campus. In the years after graduation, Charlie was a regular participant in the annual Alumni Game.

Kizner aka "Kiz" had a rare combination of field intelligence, athleticism and ability to lead. Kiz was captain, a MVP and a rookie of the year during his time at Babson. As an underclassman, he established himself as a leader on the team we took to the New England Championships. He brought desire and intellect to the squad, knowing how to aggressively attack from the eight man position leading to critical scores and while charging directly into the heart of the other team's pack for a defensive stop. He was tenacious, clever, ridiculously dedicated and clearly above the many.

Jake played for just a couple years for Babson before pivoting to play for one of Boston's heralded Men's Clubs his senior Year. He was a physical specimen, muscular, aggressive and was punishing as a runner and tackler. Jake played Prop and had his sights set on playing professionally. After a short stint with Mystic River, Jake tried out for and made the USA Eagles National Team. He was the first (and only thus far) Babson Rugger to make it to the US Eagles.

Jake received two caps for playing in international competitions before his career was cut short for health reasons. He remains connected to the team and provides training insights with cameo appearances during scrum training each Fall.

Rugby Imports NERFU Division 1 Tournament Champions. The last Division 1 Babson Rugby Championship.