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.

Urdapilleta scores 13 as Castres edge past Racing 92

Benjamín Urdapilleta escorad 13 points for Castres on Saturday. The team were 28-26 winners over Racing 92. The result gives the Tarns vital competition points. Nonetheless, remains in the relegation zone. Urdapilleta kicked three penalties and converted two tries. He also had a try assist for Filipo Nakosi.  The Argentine …

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ATL 404 experience too much for Utah Selects

Rugby ATL’s Pathway 404 cruised to a 61-21 win over the Utah Warriors Selects in a Major League Rugby development match on Saturday. A significant advantage in professional experience saw the home side dominant up front en route to an insurmountable 40-7 halftime lead. Within moments of kickoff 404 were …

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Orene Ai’i joins LA staff as Skills Coach

The LA Giltinis have finalised their coaching staff for their inaugural Major League Rugby campaign with the addition of Orene Ai’i as a skills specialist. He follows earlier appointments of Darren Coleman, Stephen Hoiles, Alex Corbisiero, Marc Carter, and Michael Stephen. Ai’i moved to California six years ago and played …

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Preview: Uruguay vs Spain

Uruguay play host to Spain on Sunday. The fixture is the first of two test matches between the countries. Both are preparing for RWC 2023 qualifiers. The hosts have played in four RWCs and the visitors one. Neither team is at full-strength for Sunday’s contest. The match is the fourth …

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Rugby ATL signs South African scrumhalf Rowan Gouws

Rugby ATL have signed scrumhalf Rowan Gouws to a two-year deal through the 2022 Major League Rugby season. The 25-year-old South African joins incumbent starter Duncan van Schalkwyk as a starting option in 2021, with Junior All-American Eamonn Matthews also a likely returnee. Gouws graduated through the Sharks age-grade system …

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