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This past weekend saw some decisive results that advanced the playoff hopes for some and dashed others. Individually it was a mix of offensive genius and defensive bravery. ATL’s inspirational win over LA sees them rewarded with four selections. 1 – Chance Wenglewski (Rugby ATL) Put in a superb shift …

The San Diego Legion have announced the signing of former Highlanders lock Tom Franklin for the remainder of the 2021 Major League Rugby season. He arrives from Japan having recently completed his second season in the Top League with the Kobelco Steelers. A member of New Zealand’s entry at the …

Uruguay is preparing for the upcoming RWC 2023 qualifiers. Los Teros will have home advantage in a Tri Nations involving Uruguay and the winners of Brazil vs Paraguay and Chile vs Colombia. Uruguay’s home-based players are now training together in Montevideo. Uruguay’s on-field preparations officially started in 2020. Playing as the …

Canada has named a 40-man longlist for upcoming internationals against Wales on July 3 and England on July 10. Included are 18 of the 35 players who traveled to Japan for Rugby World Cup 2019 and 16 players who have yet to win their first test cap. Of the 35 …

Germán Kessler has signed for Provence Rugby. In doing so, the Uruguayan will remain in France and in the Pro D2. He makes the move south from Charente to the Mediterranean club. Kessler joined Charente for the 2019-2020 season. Two years he will play for his second French club and …

23 months ago Argentina’s Jaguares competed in the 2019 Super Rugby Final against the Crusaders. 23 players took to the field for Los Jaguares in the final while a total of 40 players received game time in the 2019 season. Where are the players now? As demonstrated there has been …

Up and Under is a weekly exclusive on Americas Rugby News. It covers the best and worst from games involving the Americas players and teams over the previous week.   UP Rugby ATL The once-unbeatable Giltinis suffered their second loss of the season on Saturday. It was a tremendous display …

Old Glory DC were no match for Rugby United New York as the visitors cruised to a 46-10 victory at Segra Field on Sunday afternoon. As with their first clash earlier this season it was a feisty affair, but on this occasion there was no question who were the dominant …

A rampant Utah Warriors put Austin to the sword on Saturday evening, with the final score reading 45-24 at Zions Bank Stadium. The Gilgronis were left battered and bruised and saw three starters come off injured before halftime. Utah were on the front foot from the opening whistle. Calvin Whiting …

Rugby ATL and the LA Giltinis met for the first time ever this evening. The MLR match was an instant hit as the teams played out a highly competitive match at Lupo Family Field in Marietta, Georgia. No points were scored in the opening quarter. The teams used the width …