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COACHING STAFF & LEADERSHIP
2026-2027
Meet the team that helps develop the men of TXST Rugby
Hometown: Klein, Texas
Year started playing: 1984
Positions: Prop, Lock, 8
Why TXST: I’m involved with the Club because of the community. I made some deep, lifelong friendships while playing, but also afterwards through the club, all the way to today. I think it’s valuable and rare. I want to help the current players have that experience for themselves. If I can do that by helping to keep the club healthy, organized and working together towards consistently competing for championships, then it’s well-worth the effort.
Scot Courtney
Director of Rugby
Hometown: Sharpstown, Texas
Year started playing: 2006
Positions: 4-15
Why TXST: This is the club I played for so coaching is giving back to the club and trying to help preserve a winning culture and tradition.
Dustin Carter
Head Coach
Hometown: Friendswood, Texas
Year started playing: 2008
Positions: 2,6,7,9-15
Why TXST: To stay connected and give back to the program that introduced me to the sport I love.
John Galbraight
Backs Coach
Hometown: Kyle, Texas
Year started playing: 2018
Positions: 4,5
Why TXST: While I didn't play rugby for Texas State, Texas State has always been a major part of my rugby journey. I was introduced to the sport by an alumni and the majority of my teammates were renegades. So I've always felt a connection to the program. When I was asked to come out and coach there was never a question
Calvin Kirkpatrick
Forwards Coach
Hometown: Kyle, Texas
Year started playing: 2013
Positions: 4, 5, 8
Why TXST: I've had the privilege to play with each and everyone of our coaches, I know how good they are at this sport. Having the opportunity to coach with them and show a new generation of ruggers why this sport is so great. Getting to do it all at TXST were I went to school is an awesome experience.
Chance Kirkpatrick
Developmental/Forwards Coach
Hometown: Kingwood, Texas
Year started playing: 2005
Positions: Scrum-Half, Center, Flanker, & 8
Why TXST: I Iove Texas State Rugby for the comradery and the brotherhood. Playing rugby has provided the opportunity to travel the country and helped me meet different people from all over. I've been blessed with some great coaches over the years and I am grateful for the knowledge and skills I've gained. I look forward to sharing my experience and helping teach new Renegades about this amazing sport that has given me so much.
Jeff Easthagen
Loose Forwards Coach
Home Town: Austin, Texas
Year started playing: 2009
Positions: Scrum-Half, Fullback, Wing
Why TXST: Texas state rugby has been like a family to me since I joined as a freshman in 2011. A good Rugby Club is more than just a team, it is a community and brotherhood that stays with you for life. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the next generation of the renegade family.
Will Slade
Backs Coach
Hometown: Austin, Texas
Year started playing: 2011
Positions:1,3,4,5,8
Why TXST: I chose TXST so I could spend my days basking in the San Marcos River.
Bob Kasper
Forwards Coach
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Year started playing: 2021
Positions: 1,2,3,8
Why TXST: I’m not an alumni of Texas State but this place is special. I popped up meeting strangers playing touch rugby that have now become family. This place has a winning rugby tradition and will continue to build momentum for years to come. Couldn’t think of a better place to coach or place here in the heart of central Texas. Texas State will forever have a place in my heart! Eat ‘Em Up, ‘Cats!
Preston Hamlette
Forwards Coach
Hometown: Sweeny, Texas
Year started playing: 2005
Positions: 6-15
Why TXST: I’ve loved Rugby since the first time I put on my boots and stepped on the pitch. Texas State University was where it started and I would like to help build a national caliber team, bring a national championship to Texas State University, and get our first USA sevens Rugby Olympian.
Will Burns
Backs Coach
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