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.

Harrison Goddard leaves MLR for Super Rugby

Harrison Goddard has signed with the Waratahs for the 2023 Super Rugby season. The 24-year-old scrumhalf returns to Australia after a two-year stint with the LA Giltinis in Major League Rugby. He is currently playing with Gordon in the Shute Shield. Goddard proved a revelation for the Giltinis, helping to …

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Up and Under

Up and Under is a weekly exclusive on Americas Rugby News. It covers the best and worst from games involving the Americas players and teams over the previous week.   UP Canada return home with resounding victory Canada celebrated their return home with a well-earned 34-24 win over Italy at …

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Canada defeats Italy in long-awaited return home

Canada celebrated their return home with a well-earned 34-24 win over Italy at Starlight Stadium on Sunday. It was the first test on home soil for the national senior women’s side since July 2015. A strong display from the forwards set the platform for the five-tries-to-four victory over the Azzurre. …

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Uruguay confirm end-of-year tour opponents

Uruguay will play against three World Cup-qualified teams on their end-of-year tour. Georgia, Romania, and Tonga will be their opponents, with the latter securing their place in the tournament after defeating Hong Kong in Australia yesterday. All three are currently higher than Los Teros on the World Rankings, with Uruguay …

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