Chicago native Lauren Kuffel played in Women’s Elite Rugby between 2025-2026. She represented the Chicago Tempest (2025) and the Boston Banshees (2026)

Lauren Kuffel earned her WER debut when she was named in the Chicago Tempest starting lineup for their Round 2 clash with the New York Exiles during WER’s inaugural season in 2025. She played rugby while attending the University of Michigan, and has previously represented Chicago North Shore in the WPL. Kuffel earned 9 appearances for the Tempest during WER’s first year, starting 6 times.

Kuffel returned to WER the follow year, this time representing the Boston Banshees.

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