The University of Victoria will host the second edition of the Canadian University Men’s Rugby Championship. Two fields will be used for the competition that begins on November 21. Wallace Field and Centennial Stadium will feature games between regional qualifiers from across the country. Men’s Rugby does not currently enjoy …
Read More »Glendale Raptors book five Fall Fixtures
Having recently provided opposition for the Collegiate All-American selection finale, the Glendale Raptors have confirmed five exhibition fixtures to be played starting in mid-September. The schedule will hand early opportunities for prospective talent to break into the Major League Rugby side, with the regular season to begin in late January. …
Read More »Collegiate All-American shortlist trimmed to 36 players
A shortlist of 36 players have been named to compete for Collegiate All-American honors in a selection camp and trial match against the Glendale Raptors. The one-off match will take place on Friday, August 17, at Infinity Park. 1st and 2nd team honors will be handed out following the completion …
Read More »Rounsefell Cup Preview – UBC Thunderbirds vs UBCOB Ravens
The biggest trophy in BC men’s rugby will be contested on Saturday when the three-time defending champion UBC Thunderbirds take on some familiar faces in the UBC Old Boy Ravens with the Rounsefell Cup on the line. Abbotsford’s Rotary Stadium will host BC Rugby Finals day, with nine games in …
Read More »Best of the Rest
It’s time for another collection of articles spinning around the world wide webisphere. Of course the biggest thing since sliced bread is the arrival of Major League Rugby. There’s some pieces on individuals, the Springbok test in DC, high school rugby, post-rugby careers, recent controversies involving Rugby Canada and D1A …
Read More »Major League Rugby roster updates
We’re now just days away from the start of the first ever Major League Rugby regular season and all but Utah have wrapped up their preseason schedules. That hasn’t stopped teams from adding players, however, and with the American collegiate rugby season wrapping up we could see a few graduates …
Read More »2017 ARN Spirit of Rugby Award
Rugby is often described by enthusiasts as a ‘lifestyle’ rather than merely a sport. Its values transcend the playing field. A game for all regardless of size, sex, nationality, or spiritual beliefs. The Spirit of Rugby Award is one that largely takes into account the actions of individuals beyond mere …
Read More »Jackson Kaka confirmed for Utah Warriors
Jackson Kaka is now officially a member of the Utah Warriors. The Major League Rugby franchise confirmed on Wednesday that the 25-year-old loose forward would be joining the team for the 2018 season. It’s a move that will not invite much surprise given Kaka’s association both with BYU and Rugby …
Read More »Kearns, Moor to play in 2017 Varsity Match
The most famous collegiate rugby match in the world will feature two players of North American interest. USA u20 and Collegiate All-American standout Conor Kearns will captain Oxford University when they play Cambridge in the 2017 Varsity Match at Twickenham on Thursday. Lining up outside him will be Canadian international …
Read More »UBC claim inaugural Canadian University Championship
The UBC Thunderbirds have won the inaugural Canadian University Men’s Rugby Championship. Six teams from across the country competed at the four-day event hosted by Guelph University. In the end it was the pre-tournament favorites who emerged victorious, defeating the UVic Vikes 37-12 at a snowy Alumni Stadium on Sunday. …
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