Americas Rugby News Rugby news from across the Americas!
A new weekly feature from Americas Rugby news that brings a collection of articles from around the rugby globe that catch our attention. Not all of these are ‘hot off the press’ and some may not have anything directly to do with the Americas, but all are worth looking at.
History of the British & Irish Lions – by Scott Flear / Rugby Warfare
The first game is almost upon us so here’s a really useful infographic primer to help you get caught up on your Lions history.
Hayden Triggs out of love with Rugby – by John O’Sullivan / The Irish Times
An interesting read about the opinions of an old school player hanging up his boots.
Mexican Rugby Export – by Diego Hernández Ortiz / ESTO
Mexico flanker Gonzalo Pons is spending time with Robin MacDowell in Canada to develop his game. (in Spanish)
Meet the Men Making Rugby League Happen in Mexico – by Robert Burgin / The Roar
We don’t often write much about league, but this one caught our attention.
Joe Taufete’e Fulfilled his Sporting Dreams by Wooing his Wife – by George Ramsay / CNN
On the lighter side of sport, the negotiations of Big Joe.
Rugby’s Present and Future Collide in Cowichan – by Kevin Rothbauer / Lake Cowichan Gazette
A quick piece about searching for hidden gems on Vancouver Island.
The Welshman Pursuing a Dream with Jamaica – BBC Sport
Wes Cunliffe, from Newport to Kingston.
The Life of Bryan – by Justis Doucet / ISN
A window into the frantic life of Bryan Kelly, chief media man for Rugby Canada.
Palamo’s Remarkable Sporting Journey – by Will Carpenter / Bristol Rugby
Insightful interview with Bristol and USA powerhouse Thretton Palamo.
Sanad Dominating High School Rugby Scene – The Chronicle Herald
Canada u18 flanker Seif Sanad’s road from Nova Scotia to national honors.
