Kyle Cooper
Head Coach – Men’s Team
Kyle Cooper brings an impressive background in both playing and coaching rugby to his new role as Head Coach of the Pittsburgh Harlequins Men’s Team. He played for Loudoun Rugby from 2014–2020 and Virginia Tech from 2020–2024, where he also served as a player-coach from 2021–2024. He went on to become Virginia Tech’s Head Coach for the 2024–2025 season. His coaching experience also includes serving as Forwards Coach for the Mid Atlantic Sharks Collegiate All-Stars in 2025, Head Coach of the NRV Rapids Men’s Summer 7s in 2025, and Backs Coach at Duquesne University in 2026. During his time at Virginia Tech, he was part of teams that earned the D1 AA National Championship titles in 2021 and 2022.
Kyle brings valuable playing experience, leadership, and coaching knowledge to the Pittsburgh Harlequins, and the club is excited to welcome him as Head Coach.
Ryan O’Kane
Assistant Coach – Men’s Team
