MSU Health Care Sports Medicine Appointed Official Medical Provider of Lansing’s Capital Area Crisis Rugby
May 13, 2025 - Lindsay Gluf-Magar
EAST LANSING, MI – MSU Health Care Sports Medicine is now the official medical provider and sponsor of the Capital Area Crisis Rugby Football Club (RFC), one of Lansing's most lively and competitive sports teams. This collaboration highlights MSU Health Care’s commitment to enhancing athlete care and supporting local sports communities.
Capital Area Crisis RFC now has access to sports medicine experts for athlete evaluation, injury prevention, treatment and rehabilitation. By working closely with the club, these experts will help players remain at peak performance throughout the season while prioritizing their health and safety.
“MSU Health Care Sports Medicine serves as the official medical provider to Michigan State University athletes and the community by offering services tailored to the needs of the Capital Area Crisis Rugby athletes,” said Micah Lissy, MD, MS PT, ATC, CSCS, an orthopedic surgeon at MSU Health Care Sports Medicine and a World Rugby certified team physician. “I’ve played and coached rugby for over 20 years. I’m excited to be part of an effort that prioritizes the health and well-being of our region’s rugby athletes.”
“The Capital Area Crisis Rugby Football Club is delighted to have this affiliation with MSU Health Care Sports Medicine,” said Theophilis “TJ” Harvey, Capital Area Crisis Rugby Loose Forward and Marketing Chair. “Rugby is a physically demanding sport and the support of MSU’s Sports Medicine team will significantly enhance our performance on the field.”
MSU Health Care Sports Medicine also has become a sponsor of Capital Area Crisis RFC to further support the team both on and off the field. This affiliation reflects our shared commitment to the growth of rugby in our region. For more information about MSU Health Care Sports Medicine services, visit sportsmed.msu.edu.
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About MSU Health Care
MSU Health Care is the fully integrated academic health center of Michigan State University, representing more than 600 faculty and affiliate providers. Our commitment to safe, high-quality patient care is realized through our comprehensive services for people of any age, education of the next generation of health care providers and medical research.
MSU Health Care providers treat ongoing primary care as well as some of the rarest forms of cancer and neurological conditions along with advanced surgical, pharmaceutical, rehabilitation, therapy and imaging services. With more than 100 affiliates located next door and as far as Ludington, Saginaw, Detroit and Marquette, MSU Health Care is building hope and healing for Michigan. Our clinical efforts support future advancements through academic and research initiatives at Michigan State University.
About MSU Health Care Sports Medicine
For over 30 years, MSU Health Care Sports Medicine has provided quality health care to MSU athletes and the mid-Michigan area. We are the unquestioned leader in providing nonoperative and operative care to athletes and sports participants of all ages.
We are dedicated to providing the highest quality in comprehensive medical care including prevention, osteopathic manual medicine, surgical and nonoperative treatment and rehabilitation. We are committed to community outreach by providing on-site school preparticipation physicals, injury clinic, and medical coverage for community sporting events.
About Capital Area Crisis Rugby Football Club
Capital Area Crisis RFC is Lansing’s premier rugby team, offering athletes (both men and women sides) the opportunity to participate in this dynamic and challenging sport. Recognized for their competitive edge and passion for the game, the Crisis RFC is an integral part of the Lansing sports community.
Media Contact:
Lindsay Gluf-Magar
lgm@msu.edu