Rugby ball autographed by the St. Louis Crusaders

The St. Louis Crusaders are an amateur rugby team founded in 2009. Part of the International Gay Rugby network, members of the Crusaders have been predominantly, although not exclusively, cisgender gay men, and the team’s mission is in part to promote equality and diversity in sports. Besides playing rugby, the Crusaders hold social events for team members and their friends; hold fundraisers for the team, such as a popular annual drag show featuring cross-dressing rugby players; and engage in charitable activities, such as volunteering for Food Outreach.

Object Title and Accession Number

Rugby ball used by the St. Louis Crusaders and autographed by team members. Made by Gilbert Rugby, ca. 2015. 2020-008-0002.