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WHERE HIGH-PERFORMANCE SPORT MEETS HIGH-PERFORMANCE LIFE

Ædelhard was founded on the uncompromising standards of elite rugby and refined through entrepreneurial precision. We exist to inspire and equip people — whether they wear our apparel, train in our academies, or partner with our brand — to live with resilience, discipline, and purpose.

OUR STORY

From the Pitch to Everyday Life

Rugby is more than a game — it’s a culture of teamwork, grit, and respect. Ædelhard was born out of a desire to carry those values beyond the field and into apparel, training, and community.

What began as a vision to create rugby-inspired lifestyle clothing has grown into a movement:

  • Apparel rooted in performance and sustainability.
  • Academies that develop the next generation of athletes and leaders.
  • Communities that unite players, parents, and fans across North America.

OUR MISSION

Purpose-Driven at Every Level

To elevate rugby as a sport, culture, and lifestyle — equipping athletes, inspiring communities, and building a scalable, values-driven brand.

Our Core Values:

RESILIENCE

Strength on and off the field.

DISCIPLINE

A standard of excellence in everything we do.

COMMUNITY

Rugby belongs to everyone.

PURPOSE

Every initiative must create impact for people and the planet.

OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM

Ædelhard is guided by leaders who bring experience from high-performance sport, business, and community building. Together, we’re creating a model that unites apparel, academies, and partnerships under one mission.

Darrell Kopke

Darrell Kopke

Founder

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Justin Fitzpatrick

Justin Fitzpatrick

CEO

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Fergus Klein

Fergus Klein

COO

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ÆDELHARD IS MORE THAN A BRAND. IT'S A MOVEMENT.

From our apparel line to our academies and community initiatives, we’re building a legacy that proves rugby’s values can change the world.