A stiff Texan breeze made for two contrasting halves at AVEVA Stadium on Sunday evening. It was Rugby United New York who adjusted best, riding a dominant first half to a 31-23 win over the feisty but ultimately second-best SaberCats. The opening arm wrestle went in favor of New York. …
Read More »Arrows recover to earn bonus point win over ATL
The Toronto Arrows came away with a hard-earned 28-18 win over Rugby ATL at Lupo Field on Sunday afternoon. ATL were in the lead at halftime but the Canadian side pulled away in the final quarter of a highly physical encounter. Much of the early territory and possession favored the …
Read More »Capó Ortega scores in comeback
Rodrigo Capó Ortega scored in his comeback match from injury. The Uruguayan touched down in the 24th minute in Castres away match today against Bordeaux. The second-rower played 46 minutes before being substituted for Victor Moreaux. He was joined in the side by fellow Rio e la Plata player, Benjamín …
Read More »Lasike powers over as Harlequins defeat English Premiership leaders
Paul Lasike powered over for a first half try for the Harlequins on Saturday. The USA mid-fielder did so against the Exeter Chiefs, the English Premiership leaders. His try was part of a 34-20 win for the London side who are within one win of reaching the play-off’s zone. Depending on …
Read More »Eagles into LA Quarters Finals, Isles and Baker hit 200
The USA have qualified for the Cup Quarter Finals of the Los Angeles Sevens, the only one of three Americas entries to do so. Canada and Argentina with both play in the consolation 9th place bracket after winning once each on Day One. It was two from three for the …
Read More »Seawolves beat Free Jacks in Seattle thriller
Fans who braved some inclement Seattle weather on Saturday night were treated to a thrilling contest that saw the Seawolves defeat the Free Jacks 44-29 to earn their first win of the season. Kickoff was delayed by 30 minutes due to lightning amidst the sleet falling from the sky. When …
Read More »Colorado beat Utah to halt losing streak
Colorado have that winning feeling again, bringing a halt to their three-game losing streak with a decisive 22-14 win over the visiting Warriors on Saturday. Rene Ranger’s double gave the Raptors a 15-0 lead before Utah added two late scores for a more favorable end result. Points were difficult to …
Read More »Strong second half gives Legion win over Gold
Two tries from Ma’a Nonu helped San Diego win their fourth in a row as they came away from New Orleans with a 25-21 result over the Gold on Saturday. The Legion held NOLA scoreless in the second half with two late penalties from Joe Pietersen sealing the come-from-behind victory. …
Read More »Austin comeback falls short against Old Glory
The Gilgronis recovered from a poor first half to make the game interesting, but ultimately fell by 28-19 to Old Glory in San Antonio on Saturday afternoon. Austin trailed 23-7 at halftime and had a chance to steal a win before Renata Roberts-Te Nana’s late try sealed the result. Jason …
Read More »SR Highlights: Bulls vs Jaguares
Earlier today Los Jaguares were convincing winners. The Argentine Super Rugby side defeated the Bulls in an away fixture in Pretoria. The match was game two of a three match tour of South Africa. The team will compete away to the Sharks in their next match. Click here to access …
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