One day it may well be that the Americas Rugby Championship is viewed as the birth of something big for Brazil. After just one edition the Brazilians have truly come to life. It has brought much needed attention to a sport that is increasing in popularity and representation alike in the country. …
Read More »Germany name side for first Brazil test
Germany have confirmed their side to play Brazil in the first of two tests starting in Heidelberg on Saturday. Two changes have been made from the side that upset Uruguay in Frankfurt, both enforced. Hooker Mikael Tyumenev and flyhalf hero Christopher Hilsenbeck have returned to their clubs in France. Stepping …
Read More »Americas Rankings – November 13 2016
Following the completion of international competition this weekend there have been changes to the Americas Rankings. Argentina retains top spot in the Americas but is to drop in World Rankings. Needing to be ranked 8th or higher at the end of this month Los Pumas now go into their match …
Read More »Brazil confirm team for Germany and Portugal trip
Brazilian Head Coach Rodolfo Ambrósio has named a 26-man roster for the upcoming three test matches in Europe. Os Tupis will play two tests away to Germany and one to Portugal. Matches are to be played in Heidelberg, Leipzig and Coimbra on November 19, 26 and December 1. Players have …
Read More »Up and Under
Up and Under is a weekly feature on Americas Rugby News which reviews the best and worst from games involving the Americas teams over the previous week. UP Argentina A comprehensive performance in Tokyo saw Los Pumas open their November tour with a bang. The 54-20 win over Japan sees Argentina …
Read More »Americas Rankings – November 06 2016
Saturday morning’s big win in Tokyo has resulted in a rankings boost for Argentina. The 54-20 victory over Japan has given Argentina a new ranking of 81.46 points. This sees Argentina extending its lead at the top of the Americas Rankings. Also in action this weekend was the USA. The …
Read More »Brazil Crowned Valentín Martínez Winners
Brazil have been crowned the Valentín Martínez winners. The Women’s Rugby 7’s side completed an unbeaten campaign in Uruguay to successfully defend their title. On the opening day on Friday Brazil defeated Entre Rios, Chile and Argentina ‘2’. The three wins came with Brazil conceding just one try. These results …
Read More »Curitiba Claim Brazilian Title in Thrilling Final
Curitiba claimed the Brazilian title by winning a thrilling final in São Paulo today. The Paraná state club toppled Desterro in an all-Southern Brazil final, winning the title from a penalty shoot-out. In regulation time the Super 8 Final was a draw. Having competed to 13-13 the teams entered extra …
Read More »Chilean Women’s 7’s Roster for Valentín Martínez
The Chilean Women’s 7’s Roster for Valentín Martínez has been named. The Chileans will play in the traditional tournament this coming weekend in Montevideo. As in prior years the tournament will involve leading women’s sides from the continent. The Chileans will compete in a challenging pool. Their opponents include Argentina …
Read More »Brazil Ready to Roar at Valentín Martínez
The Brazilian women’s Rugby Sevens side is ready to roar at the Valentín Martínez event. Taking place at Carrasco Polo club this coming weekend Brazil will play for the right time since the Olympic Games. Valentín Martínez is an annual event played in Montevideo. It involves senior sides from South …
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