We look forward to connecting with you and providing any information on our program, our vision, or how to get involved in the club.
We are so excited to start this journey. We are passionate about rugby and building community, sharing our faith as we live our lives and serve our community.
WICUS POSTMA
PRESIDENT
Phone: (661) 477-9616
Wicus' journey with rugby commenced in his childhood years in South Africa, where he fervently played the sport, making it a substantial part of his lifestyle.
His love for the game and desire to empower young athletes saw him establishing the Kern Youth Rugby Club in California - a testament to his passion and commitment. Under Wicus's guidance, Kern Youth Rugby has become a buzzing hive of rugby activity, shaping countless young talents and nurturing a unique community of sport enthusiasts.
In 2022, Wicus, Michelle and their 3 boys moved to Englewood. He has continued his mission of living out his faith and building community through the sport of rugby. His years of experience in building a youth rugby club from the ground up, coupled with his hands-on knowledge of the game will lay the foundation for success.
MICHELLE POSTMA
VICE PRESIDENT
Phone: (661) 281-9899
Michelle's warm and engaging nature nurtures a welcoming and friendly atmosphere at SWFL Sharks. She understands the value of a supportive community in the development of our young players and makes it her mission to ensure parents are as much a part of our club as our athletes.
Her passion for rugby, commitment to our youth and unwavering faith all play instrumental roles in how she connects with all who walk through our doors.
Michelle Postma is more than just a key organizer and connector, she is the heart of our SWFL Sharks family.
MIKE STAUBACH
COACH
Phone: (513) 307-3981
Owner of Neo Wellness & Hyperbaric
I was a sports fanatic in my younger days and loved anything that involved competition. I played and excelled at every sport I could. I was fortunate enough to play college football at Miami University(Ohio) way back in the 1990s. I coached many recreational teams for my younger siblings and was an assistant coach for my younger brother’s freshman football team. Now as a father, I’m lucky enough to coach my own children in their favorite sports. I really enjoy seeing the athletic progression of all the kids on the team each week. In my opinion, many of the lessons/values I learned from football (teamwork, respect, sportsmanship, and responsibility) have left that sport and were replaced with entertainment and selfishness. Rugby itself, and coach Wicus in particular, demand all those values from the athletes. I’ve really enjoyed coaching alongside him and learning the sport of Rugby from someone who really knows how to coach and has a passion for the game. Watching my son play his heart out on the rugby pitch, sometimes to the point of tears, fills me with pride and joy knowing how it will mold him as a young man.