The Maddogs
Of Northeasten University
Coaching Staff
Tony Salvatore
Head Coach
Tony started playing rugby in 2015 for his local youth club in Bridgewater, NJ. He supported Northeastern rugby for five years, two of which as club president, graduating in 2020. He joined the coaching staff in 2022 and has taken over head coaching duties starting with the 2024 fall season.
Danny Collins
Head Coach
Danny grew up playing rugby at BC high and with the Boston Irish Wolfhounds. He progressed to the point of playing three seasons of major leauge rugby with the New England Free Jacks as a wing and full back. He started coaching for BC high and led them to two state championchips over four years. He spent one year coaching Brown University before joining the Northeastern coaching staff. Danny’s incredible understanding of the game and impressive experience set him as an invalubale member of the Maddog family.
Lowell Haska
Forwards Coach
Lowell started his career as a rugby player in 2014 at Belmont High School. He stayed local and continued his rugby journey at Northeastern University where he played from 2016-2020. He has also played for The Boston Irish Wolfhounds and Mystic River rugby clubs, as well as with the MYRO High School All-Star team, and with London Scottish FC during a semester abroad. Lowell primarily played Number 8 over his career but also frequently played as a lock or flanker. His coaching career began with Northeastern in 2022 and is now using his experience to coach the forward pack.
Mike Eiden
2nd Side Head Coach
Mike has been involved in rugby for eight years now as a player and coach. He started his rugby career at Northeastern and now has been coaching for the last three years on the development side. He’s thrilled to give back to the program where he learned the game, and is excited to help young players discover their passion for rugby.