Dear OU Roses Alumni Association members,
March is around the corner so please make plans to join us in Norman, especially as we honor the life of Tarzan. Read on for the latest:
1. Varsity Alumni Weekend–March 13-15
Make plans to join the OU Rugby community in Norman this March for Varsity Alumni Weekend and to honor founder Tim ‘Tarzan’ Wilson. Final details to be shared in early March, but activities currently include:
- Friday, March 13:
- Pickleball with OURAA members, 1-3pm at the Westwood Indoor Tennis Center, 2420 Westport Dr., Norman.
- Hall of Fame Banquet, 6pm at the Sam Noble Natural History Museum. Tickets are $75 per person for alumni and $50 for players. Get yours today: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=ZW7X7KLWP3JUC
Please be sure to select ‘Women’s program’ when purchasing tickets.
- Saturday, March 14:
- OURAA and Varsity Potluck Brunch, 10am at Holly Iker’s house, location to be shared with those who RSVP. Join OURAA members and current Roses players to mix and mingle before the VA game.
- Varsity Alumni Matches, 12pm for the men and 1:30pm for the women at the pitch.
- Post match fun at the clubhouse, 3pm – ?
- Hosty night at The Deli, 9pm
- Sunday, March 15:
- Survivor’s Brunch & Cornhole Tournament, 10am-2pm at Tracy Curtis’ house. Celebrate another successful VA weekend and partake in a competitive cornhole tournament to support the Roses. $20 per 2-person team to compete.
2. Pre-Sale for OURAA Merchandise—closes Feb. 19
Check out the new OURAA store and get in on the first pre-order in time for Varsity Alumni weekend. Pre-orders will end on Thursday, Feb. 19. The 50th Anniversary Hawaiians are available, but we need 10 pre-sales to order. Link to order: https://login.commonsku.com/shop/993d1d6f-5943-4863-a44e-6d426f789162/shop
3. Honoring the life of Tim ‘Tarzan’ Wilson
“….I want to thank you and all the mates that came before. We had a hell of a good time. Your mate, Tarz”
(quote from The Decline of the West: Final Note by Tim Tarzan Wilson)
Tim ‘Tarzan’ Wilson, OURFC founder, passed away on Jan. 26, 2026. Tarzan was one of the original three founders of the OURFC in 1974. In 1975, he and Leah Ott formed the OU women’s team; later known as The Roses of Oklahoma RFC. He was an original coach along with Jon Woods. Throughout his time at OU, Tarzan was a vocal advocate for the women’s team.
“We should all combine our talents to make a better club. We should all share the pride when the women win.” – Tim Tarzan Wilson
The Roses look forward to celebrating the life of this extraordinary man at this year’s annual HOF/ Alumni dinner and weekend events.
In lieu of HOF inductions this year both the men and women have dedicated this year’s events to honoring Tarzan. We hope all current players, alumni, and supporters will join us!
Have memories of Tarzan to share?
The men’s team is asking for photos of Tarzan to include in their video memorial:
- Google Drive to share Photos for OURFC memorial slideshow:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Pm4OAwgnaoAzoJfqjvhPD-RKXtg-3G0B?fbclid=IwY2xjawPzFmBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeFv_glcl7gpKLIXEkF5QspEbGsrG5JH4q8Gz6ZzB85GGDRHCYJZ_Mm9TTyKI_aem_f4i8hJ04z_Fzijp4vG8hQQ - or email photos directly to Justin Myers: justinmyers86@gmail.com
Obituary for Tim in The Oklahoman: https://www.oklahoman.com/obituaries/pokl1396868
4. Join the Rugby Working Day on March 7
Join the OU rugby community for a pitch clean up day on March 7 at 8:30 AM. Volunteers needed to help clean out storage sheds, refurbish sleds, landscape, and other tasks as needed. If available, please contact Twendy at 832-656-5003. Thank you!
5. 2026 Roses Need Your Support
The current Roses need support and there are lots of ways to help. OURAA is a non-profit so all donations are tax deductible.
- Donate any amount on Venmo @OURAA that can help purchase a shipping container for equipment storage, support hotel and travel expenses, fund team dinners, and other player needs.
- Volunteer your time on the pitch. Holly can use guest coach support during team practices this season. Practice is every Tuesday and Thursday from 8-10pm.
If you have news to share, please email Rachel Griffith at RachelAGriffith@gmail.com.