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MLR 2021 Preview – Old Glory DC

The surprise package of the truncated 2020 Major League Rugby season. Despite being newcomers Old Glory were off to a flying start with four straight wins after their opening round defeat to NOLA. It’s fair to say that tougher challenges were ahead, and their sophomore season should offer a more …

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MLR 2021 Preview – Austin Gilgronis

Having won just a single game over the past two seasons combined Austin is a franchise that were in dire need of restructuring. The overhaul began last year with the controversial rebranding, and the work continues this year with changes to just about everything else. After a strong preseason showing …

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Brock Staller and Stephan Coetzee exit Seattle

Brock Staller and Stephan Coetzee are no longer with the Seattle Seawolves. The two-time Major League Rugby champions have confirmed the departure of the two players who had previously been announced as returning in 2021. Staller has returned to Canada and Coetzee his native South Africa. Both have been first …

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MLR 2021 Preview – Houston SaberCats

Last place finishers in 2020 and perennial underachievers, the Houston SaberCats have something to prove in 2021. Inhabitants of the spectacular AVEVA Stadium, their facilities are top notch but on the field they have yet to deliver consistently. Will it be a roar or a whimper from the Cats this …

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MLR 2021 Preview – LA Giltinis

Our 2021 Major League Rugby previews start with the newcomers. The LA Giltinis effectively replace the Colorado Raptors in the West Conference. They head into the season with a bit of fanfare, and not just on account of their branding. This is the loudest expansion side to date in terms …

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Up and Under

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 LA Giltinis Austin hosted LA at Bold Stadium for a surprise preseason tilt on Saturday. The Giltinis won with …

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