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Free Jacks confirm two preseason games

The New England Free Jacks have confirmed two preseason matches ahead of their inaugural Major League Rugby campaign. Both will be against the same opponent – the New England Independents. Hosted at the Union Point Sports Complex in Weymouth under the all-weather dome, the first match will be on Saturday, …

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Americas World Cup player status post-Japan

A total of 130 players from the Americas traveled to Japan this past September to participate in the Rugby World Cup – six call-ups joined the initial 124 selected. Of the 130, all but five made at least one on-field appearance in the tournament. Those who did not include Argentina …

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A Brazilian Referee for Major League Rugby

There is to be a Brazilian referee involved in the 2020 Major League Rugby (MLR) season. The leading official from Brazil, Henrique Platais will take control of matches in the upcoming season. From Rio de Janeiro, the 32-year-old Platais went from playing rugby to officiating at a young age. He …

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Dallas stadium proposal approved in City Council re-vote

The proposal to built a 3,500 seat multi-purpose stadium at the historic Reverchon Park site in Dallas has been approved by City Council after the matter was re-tabled in Wednesday’s Council meeting. After failing in its initial attempt last month, the project headed by Donnie Nelson was passed by a …

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Matt Hughston leaves RUNY for Old Glory DC

Matt Hughston will be the first player to suit up for five different professional rugby teams in America when he takes the field in 2020. The popular flanker has departed Rugby United New York and has joined up with Old Glory DC for the new Major League Rugby campaign. Having …

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Old Glory signs Eagles hooker Mike Sosene-Feagai

Old Glory DC have bolstered their squad with more front row talent. Joining Springbok star Tendai Mtawarira at the expansion team for the 2020 Major League Rugby season is USA international Mike Sosene-Feagai. The 5-times capped Eagle hooker arrives from Auckland, New Zealand. After representing Samoa at u20 level, Sosene-Feagai …

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