Dallas have finally broken their duck. Their unsightly run of 22 consecutive defeats is now behind them. Previous record-holders Austin first recorded a draw (after 20 straight losses) before getting their win. The Jackals skipped straight to the victory. Some of the numbers from those 22 defeats: 276 points scored, …
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Peter Nelson and Shay Kerry join Arrows from France
The Toronto Arrows have reinforced their squad with two experienced professionals from France. Versatile back Peter Nelson has signed on from Aurillac with second row Shay Kerry joining from Rouen Normandie. Both have featured in the French Pro D2 in recent months. Nelson is originally from Northern Ireland but has …
Read More »USA Hawks to open homestand against Cobras on Thursday
The USA Hawks will play the first of four home games at the American Legion Memorial Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Thursday afternoon. All will be against South American opposition, with Brazil’s Cobras the first to arrive. A development side comprised largely of young Major League Rugby talent, the …
Read More »Old Glory signs ex-Giltinis eightman Langilangi Haupeakui
Old Glory have added more muscle to their forward pack in ex-Giltinis No8 Langilangi Haupeakui. The 33-year-old powerhouse was selected by Dallas in the Dispersal Draft but did not sign with the Jackals and will instead follow Kyle Baillie to DC for the remainder of the 2023 Major League Rugby …
Read More »MLR 2023 – ARN Team of the Week – Round 7
It was an historic weekend for Dallas, who finally got their first taste of victory after 22 straight defeats. Utah edged New England and Seattle did just enough to escape NOLA with their unbeaten record intact. Houston overpowered Chicago, New York overcame ATL, and San Diego showed their class against …
Read More »Super Rugby Americas 2023 – Midseason Numbers
Super Rugby Americas 2023 has reached the mid-season point. Seven rounds of the regular season have been played. Los Dogos are top of the table followed by Peñarol. They both have a record of five wins and one loss from the first half of the season. Peñarol and Los Dogos …
Read More »Record 6th Rugby World Cup for Sergio Parisse?
Sergio Parisse may make history at Rugby World Cup 2023. The former Italian captain could play in a 6th Rugby World Cup. The native of Argentina is still professional rugby at the elite level at the age of 39. Asked about the possibility of a return to the test arena …
Read More »France to tour Argentina for test series in July 2024
France will tour Argentina in July 2024. A mid-year Test match series between Les Bleus and Los Pumas will be played in the South American country. Host cities and venues for the matches have not been confirmed. The series will involve two matches. Argentina will play host to France on …
Read More »Up and Under
Up and Under is a weekly exclusive on Americas Rugby News. It takes a dive into the best and worst involving Americas Rugby from the past week. UP Comprehensive victory for Canada over USA in Spain Canada opened the Pacific Four tournament with a comprehensive 50-17 victory over the …
Read More »Legion a step above Old Glory in San Diego
A dominant second half saw the San Diego Legion pull away from Old Glory DC to win 48-26 at Snapdragon Stadium. The visitors did well to stay within striking distance at half time and ultimately secured a bonus point, but the home side was a clear step up in class …
Read More »New York claims victory in wild contest against ATL
The New York Ironworkers got one back in the win column with a 31-20 result over Rugby ATL in a wild contest at Memorial Field on Sunday. It was back-and-forth action with four lead changes and no shortage of dramatic moments from start to finish. An early break from Jack …
Read More »Seawolves come from behind to win in NOLA thriller
A stunning come-from-behind performance from the Seawolves saw the visitors earning a thrilling 36-35 victory over the NOLA Gold on Sunday. Seattle recovered from an 18-point second half deficit to keep their perfect start to the season intact. It was the worst possible start for the Gold. The kickoff from …
Read More »Raptors and Cobras put on a classic Slobber-knocker in Colorado
In entertainment terms it was quite simply the best game of the Super Rugby Americas 2023 season thus far. Os Cobras and the American Raptors put on a slobber-knocker in Colorado. Os Cobras survived to defeat the Raptors 43-40 in a classic on Sunday. There was some exciting rugby played …
Read More »New Zealand Men make it double-gold in Hong Kong
New Zealand made it double-gold in Hong Kong as they held on to defeat Fiji the Men’s Cup Final on Sunday. It’s the third title in four events for the men in black, who now hold a commanding 21-point lead at the top of the overall table with three tournaments …
Read More »New Zealand takes Women’s title in Hong Kong
New Zealand have all but secured the overall Women’s title on the World Sevens Series after claiming their fifth straight Cup Final victory of the season. The win over Australia gives the Black Ferns an effectively insurmountable 16-point lead at the top of the table with one tournament left to …
Read More »SaberCats too much for Hounds in Chicago
The SaberCats came away from Chicago with a 38-21 win over the Hounds at SeatGeek Stadium on Sunday afternoon. Houston’s size and power up front proved too much for their hosts, as they dominated the set piece and collisions on the way to a six-try-to-three result. After a feeling-out process, …
Read More »Jackals hang on to beat Arrows for first franchise victory
Dallas have done it. After 22 consecutive defeats, the Jackals at last have their first ever franchise victory. Despite conceding the majority of possession and territory to Toronto, the home side held on to take a 14-11 result over the Arrows at Choctaw Stadium on Saturday night. The early moments …
Read More »Super Rugby Americas 2023 – Raptors vs Cobras – ARN Guide
The final match of the first half of Super Rugby Americas 2023 will take place on Saturday. Infinity Park in Denver, Colorado will see the American Raptors looking for their first win of their inaugural campaign. Os Cobras have traveled to the Centennial State in search of their second win …
Read More »MLR 2023 – San Diego Legion vs Old Glory DC – ARN Guide
The San Diego Legion will look to make it three straight wins when they host Old Glory on Sunday. It’s a long trip for the visitors and after playing at the Sports Deck last season, DC will experience the vastly different Snapdragon Stadium for the first time. Old Glory signed …
Read More »MLR 2023 – New York Ironworkers vs Rugby ATL – ARN Guide
Two teams looking to bounce back from defeat will go head-to-head in Mount Vernon on Sunday afternoon when the Ironworkers host Rugby ATL. It was New York who took bragging rights last season, taking two of three meetings including the all-import Eastern Conference playoff match in Atlanta. The Ironworkers have …
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