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This past weekend saw some decisive results that advanced the playoff hopes for some and dashed others. Individually it was a mix of offensive genius and defensive bravery. ATL’s inspirational win over LA sees them rewarded with four selections. 1 – Chance Wenglewski (Rugby ATL) Put in a superb shift …

The San Diego Legion have announced the signing of former Highlanders lock Tom Franklin for the remainder of the 2021 Major League Rugby season. He arrives from Japan having recently completed his second season in the Top League with the Kobelco Steelers. A member of New Zealand’s entry at the …

Up and Under is a weekly exclusive on Americas Rugby News. It covers the best and worst from games involving the Americas players and teams over the previous week.   UP Rugby ATL The once-unbeatable Giltinis suffered their second loss of the season on Saturday. It was a tremendous display …

Old Glory DC were no match for Rugby United New York as the visitors cruised to a 46-10 victory at Segra Field on Sunday afternoon. As with their first clash earlier this season it was a feisty affair, but on this occasion there was no question who were the dominant …

A rampant Utah Warriors put Austin to the sword on Saturday evening, with the final score reading 45-24 at Zions Bank Stadium. The Gilgronis were left battered and bruised and saw three starters come off injured before halftime. Utah were on the front foot from the opening whistle. Calvin Whiting …

Rugby ATL and the LA Giltinis met for the first time ever this evening. The MLR match was an instant hit as the teams played out a highly competitive match at Lupo Family Field in Marietta, Georgia. No points were scored in the opening quarter. The teams used the width …

The New England Free Jacks took a 14-12 results over the visiting Toronto Arrows 14-12 at Union Point Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Played in wet and windy conditions, both sides took a tactical approach and continuity suffered as a result. A feeling-out process ended at the 9 minute mark when …

The San Diego Legion powered past the Houston SaberCats. The Californian side were 39-11 winners at the Elite Athlete Training Center in Chula Vista. The win boosts the Legion’s 2021 season. Houston are now in danger of falling to bottom of the table. The match was competitive early on. The …

The final game of Week 11 is an Eastern Conference clash between Old Glory DC and Rugby United New York. It’s the second time they have met this season, the first a high-scoring affair in Jersey City won by New York. Leesburg provides the backdrop on Sunday as DC look …

The Utah Warriors welcome the Austin Gilgronis to Zions Bank Stadium on Saturday evening for a match that could well determine who goes to the postseason. Though there are still seven games to be played for each, they are currently in a dead heat for second spot in the Western …