Novant Health & Anthem Rugby Carolina partner to drive performance and grow the Charlotte rugby community

Anthem Rugby is proud to announce a new partnership with Novant Health, naming the leading healthcare system as the club’s Official Healthcare Services Provider.

“We’re excited to partner with Novant Health to provide our players with access to remarkable service providers and award winning, expert care”, said Patrick Stack, Team President, Anthem Rugby Carolina.  Aligning with a trusted institution like Novant Health will not only help our team perform and develop the best and brightest American rugby players to represent our country on the global stage as members of the USA Eagles, but it will drive our commitment to the continued growth of rugby in the Carolinas.”

Through this partnership, Novant Health will deliver comprehensive medical care and sports performance support for Anthem Rugby Carolina players, helping ensure athlete health, safety, and long-term wellness both on and off the pitch.  The partnership also underscores both organizations’ commitment to the Charlotte community as Novant Health will become the presenting sponsor of Anthem Rugby’s “Try Rugby Charlotte” initiative, which introduces the dynamic, inclusive, fun game of rugby to youth and adults throughout the region..

“Rugby is a fast-paced, highly physical sport that demands strength, endurance, and resilience, making expert medical support essential both on and off the pitch. We’re passionate about helping athletes perform at their best while prioritizing their long-term health and safety. Novant Health is proud to support Anthem Rugby Carolina by providing comprehensive care for its players,” said Dr. Sid Fletcher, senior vice president and president of Novant Health’s greater Charlotte region. “This partnership reflects our shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and community, and we’re excited to help introduce more people across our region to the game.”

Anthem Rugby Carolina has a strategic partnership with USA Rugby as its High Performance Partner through which its coaches and training staff develop U.S. qualified players for international competition including the fast approaching 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia. Charlotte hosted two record breaking USA Rugby matches in 2025 and is currently 1 of 27 cities in consideration to be a host site for the 2031 Rugby World Cup, which will be played on U.S. soil for the first time ever.

About Novant Health:

Novant Health is an integrated network of nearly 900 locations, including 19 hospitals, more than 750 physician clinics and urgent care centers, outpatient facilities, and imaging and pharmacy services. This network supports a seamless and personalized healthcare experience for communities in North Carolina and South Carolina. Novant Health is nationally recognized for our unwavering commitment to safety and the highest quality care, and we serve as a catalyst for healthcare transformation through clinical trials, leading-edge research, innovative care delivery models and robust virtual care networks. The expertise and empathy of our more than 41,000 team members along with more than 8,600 independent and employed clinicians are at the heart of Our Cause as industry leaders caring for communities across the Carolinas. In 2024, Novant Health provided more than $1.6 billion in community benefits, including financial assistance and services.

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About Anthem Rugby Carolina:

Anthem Rugby Carolina is entering its 3rd season in Major League Rugby (MLR), which is the highest form of professional rugby in the United States.  A joint partnership between World Rugby and Major League Rugby (MLR), the team’s mission is to drive high performance success and outcomes for USA Rugby.  Anthem Rugby Carolina provides promising U.S. qualified players with the opportunity to compete against top-level domestic competition, and ongoing training, coaching and development from USA Rugby Coaches and Staff.  In the 2025-26 MLR season, a league record 86% of total minutes were played by U.S. qualified playersFor more information visit anthemrc.com. 

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