Americas Rugby News

Formally created in June 2015, this website's goal is to increase media exposure of the Tier 2 rugby nations, and create a hub with a focus on the stories of rugby in the Americas - North, Central and South.

Seawolves sign Canada center Mo Samson

The Seattle Seawolves have added punch to their Major League Rugby backline in the form of Canadian international Mozac Samson. The 32-year-old notably played a vital role in the victorious 2015 Canadian Rugby Championship campaign with the Prairie Wolf Pack. After leading the competition in scoring he was considered unlucky …

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Final Squads for Vancouver Sevens

The final rosters for the Vancouver Sevens have been declared. Another weekend featuring some of the world’s biggest names looms though there are a few stars who did not survive Las Vegas. New Zealand have suffered a blow with skipper Tim Mikkelson and Vilimoni Koroi ruled out, but fortunately they …

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Cordero Starts Anglo-Welsh Cup Semi Final

Santiago Cordero is to start the Anglo-Welsh Cup Semi Final, wearing the colors of the Exeter Chiefs on Sunday. The reigning Aviva Premiership champions play host to the Newcastle Falcons on Sunday in what is the second Semi Final. The winner of the Exeter vs Newcastle match will play either …

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Parisse Leads Italy vs Wales in 133rd Cap

Sergio Parisse will lead Italy vs Wales this weekend, earning his 133rd cap in the process. The Argentine born-and-raised no 8 is a record holder already and quickly approaching even more milestones. Italy’s match this weekend is a rare Sunday outing in Cardiff. The Azzurri face the Welsh at the …

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Top 14 – Week 20 Preview

The business end of the European season is rapidly approaching. This weekend sees Week 20 of the Top 14 taking place in France. It is a vital weekend for all involved as places in the playoffs are proving to be highly competitive. The fight to avoid relegation is also very …

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DTH van der Merwe set for Glasgow move

DTH van der Merwe is set to make a surprise return to Glasgow Warriors at the end of the season. The Canadian winger joined Aviva Premiership club Newcastle Falcons from Scarlets last summer but with little playing time will seek more success with the team he spent six seasons with …

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The 50-Cap Club

Five players from the Americas have joined the 50-cap club already in 2018, and there are more who should reach that career milestone later this year. It remains a laudable achievement though its weight has slipped somewhat in the professional era when 10+ caps a year have become the norm …

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