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.

Warren Gatland to coach Chiefs in Super Rugby

A surprise announcement came on Thursday evening that Wales coach Warren Gatland would be taking over as Head Coach of the Chiefs following the 2019 World Cup. It comes just hours following the confirmation that Colin Cooper would be stepping down from his position after two years in charge. Gatland, …

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Super Series Preview – USA vs England

The Women’s Rugby Super Series kicks off in Chula Vista on Friday, with the hosts USA facing Six Nations Grand Slam champions England. It was the Red Roses who played host in their last meeting, a 57-5 win over the Eagles at Allianz Park in November. England field a strong …

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Georgia name World Cup training squad

Georgia have confirmed a squad of 43 players to prepare for the upcoming World Cup in Japan. Milton Haig’s selections include 20 – largely forwards – based in France with one Super Rugby player in Sunwolves hooker Jaba Bregvadze. The squad is largely as expected with 20 returnees from the …

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Argentina send strong side to Santiago

Argentina are not taking any chances at the South American Olympic Qualifier this coming weekend. Los Pumas are sending their strongest possible side to compete with a direct spot at the 2020 Olympics on the line. Having lost to Chile on the Sudamérica Rugby circuit earlier this year, the Argentines …

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Canada names Sevens Squad for Olympic Qualifier

Canada has named their squad to compete at the Rugby Americas North Olympic Qualifying event in the Cayman Islands next weekend. Harry Jones captains a side short of full strength with five senior players missing with injury. Having already lost Lucas Hammond, Connor Braid, and Justin Douglas prior to the …

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2019 Women’s Rugby Super Series Preview

The Women’s Rugby Super Series is back – bigger and better than ever. Previously a four team event, the round-robin competition was last held in 2016 at Salt Lake City. This time the top five teams in the world will be hosted at the Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista, …

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