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.

2020 South American 4 Nations Preview: Uruguay XV

The 2020 South American 4 Nations will take place this month in Montevideo. The COVID-19 pandemic cancelled the Americas Rugby Championship (ARC) and other annual components of the calendar. The South American 4 Nations marks Uruguay’s first appearance since RWC 2019. However, it will not be as Los Teros, but …

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Maple Leaf Academy side named for new season

Canada’s future Olympic dreams have been entrusted with 12 young women in the new Maple Leafs Academy roster. With ages ranging from 18-22, the players are part of a long-term development program geared towards representation at Paris 2024. Among those named are Sierra Gillis, who traveled with the Senior Women’s …

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2020 South American 4 Nations Preview: Chile XV

The 2020 South American 4 Nations will take place this month in Montevideo. The COVID-19 pandemic cancelled the Americas Rugby Championship (ARC) and other annual components of the calendar. The South American 4 Nations means that Chile will get at least there matches this year. The tournament is vital for …

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South American 4 Nations Preview: Brazil XV

The 2020 South American 4 Nations will take place this month at the Estadio Charrúa. The competition sees South America’s four members of the Americas Rugby Championship (ARC) battling it out in a special tournament. COVID-19 disruptions mean that Brazil’s players have yet to play since March. Corinthians played against …

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Poasa Waqanibau returning to Free Jacks in 2021

Poasa Waqanibau will return for the New England Free Jacks in 2021. The 26-year-old Fijian enters the second of a three-year contract that runs through the 2022 Major League Rugby season. Arriving from the Fijian Drua, Waqanibau showed off his pace and power in 2020 with two tries scored, though …

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San Diego re-sign Eagles hooker Peter Malcolm

Peter Malcolm has re-signed with the San Diego Legion for the 2021 Major League Rugby season. The USA international returns for a second campaign with the club after joining from Austin last year. It’s been over two years since Malcolm made his most recent Eagles appearance. A serious knee injury …

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