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.

Blaine Scully re-signs with Cardiff Blues

Blaine Scully has re-signed with the Cardiff Blues. The US Eagles star has inked a new ‘long-term’ contract that will see him stick with Guinness Pro 14 club for the foreseeable future. While the specific length of the deal has not been revealed, Scully is now certain to stay with …

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Phil Mack to captain Canada in November

Phil Mack will captain Canada for their November test series. The 32-year-old scrumhalf was on Monday confirmed by Kingsley Jones to be his choice to lead the team through their four-match schedule which begins against the New Zealand Māori at BC Place on Friday. It’s a swift and decisive move from …

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Ghislaine Landry nominated for World Rugby award

Canadian captain Ghislaine Landry has been nominated for the World Rugby Women’s Sevens Player of the Year award. The 29-year-old Toronto native is named alongside a pair of New Zealand standouts in Michaela Blyde and Ruby Tui. Monte Carlo will host the 2017 World Rugby Awards on November 26. Landry …

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Perry Baker up for World 7s Player of the Year

USA Sevens star Perry Baker is one of three players nominated for the World Rugby Men’s Sevens Player of the Year award. The 30-year-old flyer enjoyed a sensational season on the HSBC Sevens Series, doubling as the overall leader in both tries and points scored. Baker also made the tournament Dream …

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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 Uruguay Uruguay’s preparation to play two tests in Namibia in November is heading in the right direction. Los Teros warmed-up for …

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Rojas Shines on Debut for Viadana

Javier Rojas performed well on debut for Viadana this past weekend. The play-maker from Tucumán scored 14 points in what was a 28-24 loss against Viadana. Rojas recently joined Viadana to play in the Italian Premiership, the Eccellenza. This sees him continuing his professional career outside of Argentina. Having been …

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Urdapilleta Sees Castres Home Against Agen

Benjamín Urdapilleta saw Castres home against Agen today. The round 8 Top 14 triumph means Castres improve their position in the standings. As a result of the 43-28 victory the Tarn club moves up to 9th position. Urdapilleta started in his regular position of fly half. He directed play well …

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Uruguay Warm-Up for November by Defeating Rosario

Uruguay’s preparation to play two tests in Namibia in November is heading in the right direction. Los Teros warmed-up for the tour to Africa by defeating Rosario in an away match on Saturday. Taking place at GER, the home club of Leonardo Senatore, Uruguay ran-out 42-29 winners. The fixture was Uruguay’s …

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Berchesi, Chiappesoni Star in Dax Win

South American players Felipe Berchesi and Martín Chiappesoni stared for Dax who defeated Aurillac on Friday. Playing at home, Dax won 20-9. The two South American players were involved in all of the scoring. Dax scored two tries in the match. Argentine flanker Chiappesoni went over for the second of …

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