OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Steve Hynes, President
“PSU Rugby was an important building block in my life. I want to help ensure not only rugby's long-term place on campus, but also help the teams compete at the highest levels of collegiate rugby.”
Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, MRO, 2002-Present
Board of Directors, Association of Health Information Outsourcing Services, 2012-Present
The Pennsylvania State University, BA General Arts and Sciences, 1990
Penn State Rugby Player, 1989-1990
Club President, 1990
US Army Infantry, 1985-1987
Brad Allen, treasurer
"The leadership, management, and teamwork I learned in rugby benefited me in my personal as well as professional lives. I owe much to rugby, beginning with Penn State in 1973."
Retired Partner, PricewaterhouseCoopers
Retired Executive in Residence and Adjunct Professor of Accounting, West Chester University
The Pennsylvania State University, BS Accounting, 1975
Penn State RFC, 1973 - 1975
Blackthorn RFC and Blackthorn Old Boys, 1976 - 2015
Tokyo Crusaders, 2005 - 2006
EPRU Referee, 2000 - 2010
EPRU Treasurer and Board of Directors, 2000 - 2004
Founder and Coach, Henderson (High School) RFC, 1998 - 2006
Stacy Foley, Board member
“My Penn State Rugby experience truly defined me and opened doors both competitively and professionally. I want to help ensure that all future players have those same opportunities to grow and compete on a level playing field as the game continues to advance.”
Head, Project Management Office, Global Clinical Trial Operations, Merck, 1999-Present
The Pennsylvania State University, Schreyer Honors College, BA Journalism, 1997
Penn State Rugby Player, 1993-1997
Club President, 1996-1997
National Champion, 1997
All-American, 1995 & 1997
USA Eagle, 1996-2002
Philadelphia Women’s RFC, 1997-2001
Keystone Rugby Club, Founding Member and Captain, 2001-2006
Meredith C. Heisey, DO, Board member
“Through hard work and teamwork, Penn State Rugby gave me the confidence, skills, and support to overcome challenges on and off the field. I want the Penn State Rugby legacy of success to continue not only on the field, but in life.”
Michigan Orthopedic Center, 2018-Present
Mid-Michigan Orthopedic Institute 2007-2018
The Pennsylvania State University, BS Biology, 1996
University of New England Osteopathic Medical School, 2001
Director of Penn State Rugby Booster Club Success After College Program
Penn State Rugby Player, 1994-1996
All-American, 1994-1996
Assistant Coach, 1997
USA Rugby Women’s National Team Development Squad Physician
Barb Kudis, Board member
“I hope that these student athletes will go on to be successful in whatever they choose to do after graduating. It is important to me that the program continues to be competitive and develop successful student athletes and future leaders.”
President, Allegheny Petroleum Products Co.
Board of Directors, Compass Savings Bank
Board of Directors, Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Association (ILMA)
The Pennsylvania State University, BSc Business Logistics, 2000
MBA Finance, The Crummer Graduate School of Business at Rollins College
Penn State Rugby Player, 1997-2000
Captain, 2000
National Champion, 2000
All-American, 1999-2000
David Skidmore, Board member
“My hope for current and future Penn State Rugby players is for them to know that if they give their dedication, perseverance, and commitment, that PSU will give them every chance to excel and even exceed their own expectations about what they can do.”
Retired, BP Vice President, Low Carbon Power
The Pennsylvania State University, BSc Petroleum Engineering, 1979
Oklahoma State University, MBA, 1991
Columbia University, Executive MBA, 2001
INSEAD, Independent Directors Program and Certification, 2015
Conestoga HS RFC, 1973-1975
Penn State RFC, 1975-1979
Houston RFC, 1979-1983
Tulsa RFC, 1983-1991
Chicago Lions RFC (Player and Coach), 1991-1999
USA Eagles, 1985-1988
Peter Steinberg, Board member
“Penn State Rugby means friendships that last a lifetime. I want Penn State Rugby to continue to give impactful experiences to students, and for the players to come through the program and leave as better people.”
President, Innovative Thought
Penn State University Women’s Rugby Head Coach, 1995-2009
USA Women's National Team Head Coach, 2011-2017
Founder, Happy Valley Barbarians