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.

Canada ends Brazil tour on a winning note

Canada ‘A’ closed out their Americas Rugby Trophy with a 31-14 win over the Brazil XV in Mogi das Cruzes on Friday. The inexperienced visitors outscored their hosts five tries to two, and an in an impressive second half denied the Brazilians any points at all. It was a calamitous …

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Pablo Huete returns to Chile squad for November tour

Former Bayonne lock Pablo Huete has been recalled to Chile’s squad for their upcoming tour of Europe. The 33-year-old last played for Los Cóndores against Portugal in November of 2019. Along with vast experience, Huete gives the squad a second 2-meter (6’7″) lock to compliment Javier Eissmann. Also included in …

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San Diego extension for second row Ben Grant

Ben Grant has signed a one-year extension with the San Diego Legion. The 24-year-old lock enters his second Major League Rugby season after making the move from Australia. Standing a lofty 6’9″ (2.05m), Grant was the tallest player in the league this past year. His physicality proved a big plus …

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Arrows re-sign starting scrumhalf Ross Braude

The Toronto Arrows have re-signed first choice scrumhalf Ross Braude for the 2023 Major League Rugby campaign. It will be the third season in the blue and white for the Canadian international after making the move overseas from his home in Pretoria, South Africa. Despite being just 22 years old, …

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