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.

Women’s Eagles squad named for WXV tests

A traveling squad of 30 players will represent the USA at the inaugural Women’s XV tournament in October. The Eagles will be coached by Milton Haig, though outgoing interim head coach Rich Ashfield will remain with the setup for their training camp in Ireland. Two uncapped players – hooker Paige …

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Chile battle hard in defeat against Samoa

The first of two Pool D matches this weekend saw Chile facing Samoa for the first-time. After a competitive opening half, Samoa were too good in the second as they finished 43-10 winners. The win sees Samoa joining Japan as joint leaders of the Pool. This will change tomorrow based …

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Milton Haig to lead Women’s Eagles for WXV tests

Milton Haig has been appointed Interim Head Coach of the Women’s Eagles for their WXV fall test series. The former Georgia senior men’s coach takes over the temporary leadership of the side from Rich Ashfield, who will assist in the transition at their upcoming training camp in Ireland before departing …

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