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.

Ortega Desio Re-Signs With Jaguares

Javier Ortega Desio has re-signed with Los Jaguares. The back-rower has extended his contract with the UAR until December 2021. It sees the player from the pioneer Jaguars team set to remain in the side for an additional three seasons. The 28-year-old from Entre Rios province is a vital player …

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European Champions Cup – Quarter Finals Preview

The European Champions Cup will see the four Quarter Finals played this coming weekend. On Saturday, and Sunday matches will be played in England, France, Ireland, and Scotland. The four winning teams will advance to the final four. The following preview notes the involvement of Americas’ players in Saturday and …

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Challenge Cup – Quarter Finals Preview

The knock-out phase of European club competition has arrived. In the Challenge Cup the four Quarter Finals will be played this weekend. Involved in the season-defining matches are to be Americas’ players. The following preview documents their involvement. The first Quarter Final will be an English vs Irish fixture. Taking …

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RFU Championship – Week 19 Preview

With most eyes fixated on the European Quarter Finals, the RFU Championship quietly moves into its last few games of the season. Just four more weeks, to be precise, until London Irish can again call themselves a Premiership team… that is unless Ealing can pull off a miracle. Cornish Pirates …

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Houston SaberCats sign Deion Mikesell

The Houston SaberCats have announced the signing former Lindenwood flyer Deion Mikesell. It’s a timely addition following the suspension of star winger Josua Vici, but also comes as a bit of a surprise. In December it was confirmed that Mikesell would be joining Top 14 club Clermont Auvergne on a …

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