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.

Dwayne Polataivao named captain of Utah Warriors

Utah Warriors coach Chris Latham has named new signing Dwayne Polataivao as his captain for the 2020 Major League Rugby season. The 29-year-old Samoan international becomes the third captain of the Salt Lake City-based club in MLR following Paul Lasike in 2018 and Tim O’Malley in 2019. The choice is …

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Up and Under

Up and Under is a weekly exclusive on Americas Rugby News. It reviews the best and worst from games involving the Americas teams over the previous week.   UP USA Men’s Eagles Sevens Fiji were crowned champions in Sydney but it was a much-improved showing from the Eagles, who would …

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Two Canadians make Sydney Women’s Dream Team

For a second straight tournament Canada’s Women’s team has had two players nominated for the official HSBC Dream Team. Sydney’s selects are different to that of Hamilton. After seeing Britt Benn and Kayla Moleschi honored last weekend, Karen Paquin and Kaili Lukan make the latest selection. Veteran forward Paquin earns …

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SR Highlights: Jaguares vs Lions

A strong second half performance gave Los Jaguares a perfect start to the 2020 Super Rugby season. A number of players impressed including the three M’s: Miotti, Mallía and Moroni. The former directed play well, and was accurate in kicking from hand and at goal; Mallía broke the line, providing …

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Jaguares start 2020 with bonus point win over Lions

Los Jaguares started 2020 with a bonus point win over the Lions. The 38-8 victory included a double to Matías Moroni and additional tries to Domingo Miotti, Javier Ortega Desio, and Agustín Creevy. After a competitive opening half, Los Jaguares dominated the second half to complete a comfortable victory. The …

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