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.

Eagles confirm Georgia test venue

The Eagles will play the Lelos in Georgia on June 17. Georgia the state, that is. Georgia, the country, will take on the USA at Fifth Third Bank Stadium on Kennesaw State University campus, located 25 miles north of Atlanta. Kickoff time is to be determined. It will be the …

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Jaguares Call in Argentina XV Cavalry for Reds

Los Jaguares have called in Argentina XV cavalry for the Reds. The Argentine Super Rugby franchise will play host to the Queensland state side in Buenos Aires on Saturday. The match is to be Los Jaguares’ first against a non-South African side this year. Los Jaguares are coming off a 41-14 …

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Taufete’e Extends Contract with Worcester Warriors

USA hooker Joe Taufete’e has extended his contract with the Worcester Warriors. The Aviva Premiership club has been highly pleased with the performances of the Californian since adding him as a medical joker in December. He has since made five appearances, scoring his first try for the club against the Harlequins in January. While …

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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 Canadian Rugby Hall of Fame The first inductees into the newly-created Canadian Rugby Hall of Fame were presented in the annual …

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Jaguares Top Africa Super Rugby Conference

Los Jaguares top the Africa Super Rugby conference. After four rounds the Argentine franchise has 14 competition points. This is the same total as that of the Lions, the side that Los Jaguares defeated in round 3. Los Jaguares and the Lions are grouped together in the Africa 2 conference. …

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Quade Cooper Set to Miss Jaguares Clash

Quade Cooper is set to miss the Jaguares Clash next weekend. The Queensland Reds fly half was red carded for a dangerous tackle in Saturday’s Super Rugby match against the Lions in Johannesburg. Coaches from both sides shared their point of view, suggesting that referees are under strict order to …

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