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.

Mexico names squad for Cayman test

Mexico have assembled a squad of 32 players to prepare for their upcoming test against the Cayman Islands next Saturday, December 11, in Mexico City. Las Serpientes have not played a full test since the 2019 Americas Pacific Challenge, with their international rugby in 2020 and thus far in 2021 …

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Chad London returns to rugby with Dallas Jackals

The Dallas Jackals have confirmed a surprise return to rugby for Chad London. Originally from South Africa, the 33-year-old center earned 6 caps for the USA Eagles between 2014 and 2016 including try-scoring starts against Canada, Chile, and Uruguay. London had initially signed on with Dallas in June of last …

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Utah Warriors confirm Ins and Outs for 2022 season

The Utah Warriors have revealed the first 31 names of their roster for the 2022 Major League Rugby season. Confirmed are the departures of several prominent names while six overseas players have been signed in addition to three Collegiate Draft picks. Joining previously confirmed Alex Tucci, Matt Jensen, Aston Fortuin, …

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Final Men’s Rosters for Dubai Sevens Round 2

The World Sevens Series continues on Friday (local time) and while it’s a new tournament, the venue will stay the same. Dubai plays host once again with fans now permitted to attend following the lifting of pandemic restrictions. Martin Iosefo will play his 50th World Series event which could also …

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Final Women’s Rosters for Dubai Sevens Round 2

The World Sevens Series continues on Friday (local time) and while it’s a new tournament, the venue will stay the same. Dubai plays host once again with fans now permitted to attend following the lifting of pandemic restrictions. Only four players have changed from this past weekend’s event. Australian flyer …

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Tomás Lavanini suspended for Dublin red card

Tomás Lavanini has received a five week suspension following his sending-off against Ireland. The Pumas lock received a red card from referee Matthew Carley for a dangerous clearout at a ruck on Cian Healy in the second half of the match in Dublin on November 21. A disciplinary panel comprised …

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LA signs former Brumbies prop Les Leulua’iali’i-Makin

The LA Giltinis have signed former Brumbies prop Les Leulua’iali’i-Makin on a three-year deal through the 2024 Major League Rugby season. A former Australia u20 starter, the 29-year-old is qualified to play for Canada through his late father and Samoa through his mother. Following the 2012 Junior World Championship Leulua’iali’i-Makin …

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