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.

Rodrigo Bruni Scores his 1st try for Bayonne

Rodrigo Bruni scored his first try for Bayonne. The Basque side was beaten 30-27 by Bayonne on Saturday. The Argentine back-rower scored in the competitive Top 14 contest. Bruni was one of three Pumas involved with Facundo Bosch and Lucas Paulos also both playing for Bayonne.   Video Highlights   …

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WXV – Canada vs Ireland – ARN Guide

Two teams in top form collide in Langley on Saturday when hosts Canada square off against Ireland. The Maple Leafs were convincing winners over Les Bleues in Vancouver last weekend while the Irish celebrated a stunning upset of New Zealand, their first win over the Black Ferns since 2014. FORM …

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WXV – USA vs France – ARN Guide

The WXV moves to the southeast of Vancouver to Langley for Round 2 this weekend. With their most difficult opponent now behind them, the USA will be looking for a more competitive showing against France. Les Bleues suffered a heavy defeat to Canada but haven’t lost to the Eagles since …

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Brazil Appoint New Women’s 7’s Head Coach

As Yaras 7’s will be coached by a woman for the first-time. Brazil’s National Women’s Rugby 7’s team is now coached by Crystal Kaua. The New Zealander replaces Englishman Will Broderick who stepped down from the position following the Paris Olympic Games. Kaua began her coaching career with Mie Paerls in …

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Chilean Javier Eissmann to play in France

Reports out of France indicate that Javier Eissmann is joining Agen to play in the Pro D2. The Chilean is being recruited as a Medical Joker for injured Irishman John Madigan. Official confirmation is expect from Agen in the coming days. Madigan suffered a serious bicep injury playing for Agen …

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