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.

Five Pros who could play for USA

The USA certainly has a lot of players to comb through when it comes to Eagles consideration, with competitions in all corners of the massive country and of course one new professional competition. While PRO is a very welcome addition to the landscape, the caliber of players at the very …

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Up and Under

Up and Under is a weekly feature on Americas Rugby News which reviews the best and worst from games involving the Americas teams over the previous week. UP Argentina’s November Internationals Los Pumas has added another fixture to their calendar. In between the Rugby Championship and touring the UK the …

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Canada set to play Samoa in France

Canada’s third stop on their November test series, to be played at a neutral venue, appears to have found a home. French media sources are now reporting that the match will be played at the scenic Stade des Alpes in Grenoble. Originally slated for Saturday, November 26, the match will …

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Broken Hand Sidelines Cudmore

Jamie Cudmore enjoyed a strong start to his new life in Oyonnax last weekend, but it came with a heavy cost. The big Canadian lock broke his hand in the 36-10 win over Charente and has now had four pins inserted, with Cudmore posting a snapshot of the x-ray on …

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Americas Players in RFU Championship – Week 1

The new Greene King IPA Championship gets underway this weekend with four games on Saturday and two more on Sunday. Eight players from the Americas will be taking part across the two days. Newly-promoted Richmond will kick off the season at home against Jersey Reds. Canadian lock Tyler Hotson – …

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Americas Players in Aviva Premiership – Week 1

The English summer is not yet over but the rugby is here. Starting two weeks after the French Top 14 is the Aviva Premiership. England’s domestic championship will see the country’s leading 12 clubs battle it out home and away. Americas players will be involved in the Aviva Premiership throughout …

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Americas Players in Top 14 – Week 3

Week 3 of the 2016-17 Top 14 season will see matches played on Saturday and Sunday in France. The competition features world class athletes from around the globe. Included are players from the Americas. This season’s edition is to continue with the importance of Americas players. Argentina, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Trinidad & …

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