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.

Up and Under

Up and Under is a weekly exclusive on Americas Rugby News. It identifies the tops and the flops from the past seven days of everything involving Americas Rugby.   UP Wellington Fells the Effects of Argentina Statement win over New Zealand Pablo Matera captained Felipe Contepomi’s Pumas to a 38-30 …

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USA draws with Japan in first tour match

A late penalty goal salvaged a 17-17 draw for the USA against Japan in Kitakyushu on Sunday. The home side outscored their guests three tries to two but the boot of McKenzie Hawkins saved the Eagles from defeat in the first match of the USA’s two-test tour. Played in hot …

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Pumas With Wins Over the All Blacks

Argentina opened the 2024 Rugby Championship with a 38-30 win over New Zealand. For some players it was their first taste of victory against the All Blacks. For others it was a second and for five players it was a third win. Hooker Ignacio Ruiz had his first start against …

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