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World Rugby Pacific Four Series USA Squad

By djcoilrugby on March 1, 2023 USA/Canada National

The World Rugby Pacific Four Series 2023 acts as one of the principal annual qualification routes for the top two tiers of WXV with the top three placed teams qualifying for WXV 1 and the fourth-placed team securing a place in WXV 2. The host locations for WXV will be announced next month. The Pacific Four Series provides annual international playing opportunities for Australia, the USA, Canada, and New Zealand. Interim Head Coach Rich Ashfield has announced the Women’s Eagles traveling roster of 30 for the first leg of the 2023 Pacific Four Series. Spain will play host to the…

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Chicago Hounds Signs Julian Dominguez

By djcoilrugby on February 27, 2023 Major League Rugby

Austin Gilgronis obtained Argentinian winger Julian Dominguez Widmer in a trade with NOLA Gold Rugby, who had acquired his signing rights in the 2022 MLR dispersal draft. The electric try-scoring wing is 25 years old, 6’2″, 220 lbs, and is signed and ready to play. Julian played 928 minutes in 12 starts and scored 6 tries for Austin Gilgronis in 2022. He then played for New York Athletic Club in the Fall American Rugby Premiership. Julian scored a team-leading 9 tries in 14 starts, playing 1107 minutes during the 2021 season for NOLA Gold. He played 390 minutes in his…

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Rugby New York Raises Shield to Repel Arrows

By djcoilrugby on February 27, 2023 Major League Rugby

Rugby New York Ironworkers beat the Toronto Arrows 39-3 at Memorial Stadium in Mount Vernon, New York on Sunday, February 26. The match replay may be viewed on The Rugby Network. Match Recap The Toronto Arrows made several backline changes after they had their third flyhalf become unavailable due to injury. Mitch Richardson was selected for the position and other backline changes followed. Before the match, commentators mentioned would the Ironworkers maintain discipline, and that the Arrows thought New York might be vulnerable in the lineouts. New York conceded 13 penalties to 10 for Toronto, Each team did lose 4…

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Rugby New York Home Opener Against Toronto Arrows

By djcoilrugby on February 25, 2023 Major League Rugby

Rugby New York Ironworkers will host the Toronto Arrows at Memorial Stadium in Mount Vernon, New York on Sunday, February 26. The kickoff is at 3 pm ET and the match will be streamed on The Rugby Network in the U.S., Canada, and internationally and will also be streamed in Canada on TSN+, TSN.ca, and the TSN app. There will also be a collegiate rugby curtain raiser at 11:30 pm between Fordham and Siena. Rugby New York Ironworkers Head Coach James Semple has made 3 changes in the starting XV and another 3 in the reserves. Kara Pryor, Connor Buckley, and…

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Houston SaberCats Re-Signs Jaco Bezuidenhout

By djcoilrugby on February 22, 2023 Major League Rugby

The Houston SaberCats re-signed Jaco Bezuidenhout for the 2023 Major League Rugby season. The 26-year-old No.8/flanker is 6’3″ and 225 lbs. Jaco played 820 minutes in 11 starts for the SaberCats in 2022. Jaco is from Pretoria, South Africa, and began playing rugby when he was 7 years old. He attended Garsfontein High School. He also attended the University of Pretoria from 2016-2019, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management and also playing rugby with Tuks Rugby. The team was the Young Guns champion in 2016, Varsity Cup Champion in 2017 and 2021, USSA Champion from 2018-2020, Volcano Cup Champion…

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Dallas Jackals Signs Nicolas Revol Pitt

By djcoilrugby on February 20, 2023 Major League Rugby

The Dallas Jackals signed Argentinian Nicolás Revol Pitt for the 2023 Major League Rugby season. The 22-year-old Loosehead prop is 6’0” and 255 lbs. Nicolás plays club rugby with Club La Tablada. He played for Yacare Rugby Club in the Super Liga de Americana in 2021 and for Jaguares XV in 2022. He also played for Argentina XV in the 2021 Americas Pacific Challenge and in 2022 against both Uruguay XV and the USA Falcons. Other Articles DJCoil Rugby articles by Doug Coil are also available on Facebook. Other Social Media sites to follow or subscribe to include Twitter, Instagram,…

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Dallas Jackals Signs Tomás Bekerman

By djcoilrugby on February 20, 2023 Major League Rugby

The Dallas Jackals signed Argentinian Tomás Bekerman for the 2023 Major League Rugby season. The 20-year-old hooker (21 in March) is 5’11” and 230 lbs. Tomás is attending the University of Mendoza and played club rugby with Marista Rugby Club from 2006 through 2021. He has also played with USAP Espoirs in France in 2021 and with Castres Olympique Rugby Academy in France in 2022. He also played with Aubenas-Vals in France in 2022-2023. Tomás traveled to the United Kingdom during Summer 2014 and played Academy rugby and again in 2015 with Sedbergh School. He also played Academy rugby in…

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Scott Lawrence Discusses USA Men’s National Team

By djcoilrugby on February 19, 2023 Major League Rugby, USA/Canada National

USA Rugby’s Men’s National Team Interim Head Coach Scott Larence will be touring Major League Rugby facilities this season, as well as viewing team match videos, to scout potential national team players. I had the opportunity to talk to Scott at halftime of the Old Glory DC vs Chicago Hounds match at Seggra Field in Leesburg, Virginia yesterday. Listen to his interview below and the insight into the National team program. It is hoped that the interim title will be removed and the National team has a U.S. coach. Scott Lawrence Interview USA Rugby Men’s Interim National Team Head Coach…

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A Glimpse of Old Glory DC Rugby

By djcoilrugby on February 19, 2023 Major League Rugby

Attending Major League Rugby matches provides an opportunity to interact with fans, as well as team staff and players. Old Glory DC has a fantastic facility in Segra Field, a 5,000-seat capacity stadium in Leesburg, Virginia, with the possibility of additional fans. The team listened to fans about how to make their fan experience better for games. Sheehy Auto Group’s sponsorship has meant that there is free parking for all home games. Food trucks are available, players greet fans, there is live music, service dogs are present, there is a team store for merchandise, and alcohol may be purchased. Although…

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Dallas Jackals Hosts Houston SaberCats

By djcoilrugby on February 19, 2023 Major League Rugby

The Dallas Jackals host the Houston SaberCats at Choctaw Stadium on Sunday, February 19. Kickoff is at 8:05 pm ET (7:05 local) and for those who can’t attend, the match will be broadcast on KTXA and AT&T Sports Network and streamed on The Rugby Network. The battle of Texas should generate excitement, especially since it is the beginning of the Major League Rugby season. That experience would be enhanced if the Dallas Jackals organization had promoted their players better. There are only hours before this match and the team’s roster has not been officially announced, nor has the matchday 23…

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Chicago Hounds and Midwest Rugby

By djcoilrugby on February 19, 2023 Major League Rugby

The Chicago Hounds are playing their inaugural season in Major League Rugby in 2023. The team has spent two years planning for its entry and seeks to enhance the rugby experience in the Midwest by providing a pathway for rugby development, working with the community, and being a competitive team in the MLR Western Conference. The team has a superb facility in SeatGeek Stadium, a 20,000-seat stadium. There is a dome to provide year-round training with three outside fields and a gym. The team will work with existing clubs and Rugby Illinois to enhance rugby development. Attending MLR matches provides…

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Seattle Seawolves Opens MLR Season Against Rugby New York

By djcoilrugby on February 17, 2023 Major League Rugby

The Seattle Seawolves opens the 2023 Major League Rugby season against Rugby New York Ironworkers in a rematch of the last year’s Championship Final. Kickoff is at 9:30 pm ET (6:30 pm local) at Starfire Sports Complex, Tukwila, Washington. The match will be broadcast nationally on Fox Sports 1, and internationally on The Rugby Network with a 24-hour delay on the latter domestically. In a curtain raiser, Seattle Rugby Club will play Eastside Tsunami at 4 pm PT. Seattle Seawolves The Seawolves played two preseason matches against non-MLR opponents, defeating the American Raptors 47-0 and Seattle RFC 49-0. Head Coach…

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San Diego Legion Hosts Utah Warriors

By djcoilrugby on February 17, 2023 Major League Rugby

San Diego Legion hosts the Utah Warriors at Snapdragon Stadium to open the 2023 Major League Rugby season. Kickoff is at 7 pm ET (4 pm local) and for those who can’t attend, the match is being broadcast nationally on Fox Sports 2 and internationally on The Rugby Network. The latter will also replay the match domestically after a 24-hour delay. The Utah Warriors spent the last two weeks in San Diego and played the Legion last weekend. While the first half was close, the Legion erupted in the second half to win 56-26. San Diego Legion The Legion looks…

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Old Glory DC Opens 2023 Season Against Chicago Hounds

By djcoilrugby on February 17, 2023 Major League Rugby

Old Glory DC opens the 2023 Major League Rugby season at home against the Chicago Hounds on February 18 at 2 pm E.T. at Segra Field in Leesburg, Virginia. For those who can’t attend, the match will be broadcast on WASN2 and streamed on The Rugby Network. Old Glory will be looking to significantly improve on last year’s record. The team changed coaches midseason after a subpar beginning in 2022. Since then, a new coach has arrived for 2023, and the team has made brought in some new players which should make the team very competitive in 2023. The Chicago…

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