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The Chicago Hounds are a professional rugby team. Based in Chicago, Illinois, they are a member of the Major League Rugby.

Eastern Conference Final Roster Revealed

June 19, 2025 - CHICAGO, Il.- Chicago Head Coach Chris Latham named his roster for the 2025 Eastern Conference Final, the team announced today. There are no changes from the team that dispatched Old Glory DC in the Eastern Conference semi-finals win last weekend. The contest is a rematch of the 2024 Eastern Conference final which saw the Free Jacks emerge victorious on their way to winning the 2024 MLR Shield. The game kicks off at 12pm CT on Saturday from Veterans Memorial Stadium in Quincy, Massachusetts. Fans can watch the game live o... Full Story

Chicago vs New England: at a Glance

June 17, 2025 - Two of the best defenses in Major League Rugby face off on Saturday afternoon in the 2025 Eastern Conference Final. The #2 Chicago Hounds visit the #1 New England Free Jacks for a rematch of the 2024 rendition. This is the ECF matchup at a glance. The statistics below include the postseason. Matchup at a Glance The Free Jacks have been difficult to beat at home this season, only losing one of their contests from Veteran's Memorial Stadium. This came in Week 15 at the hands of Old Glory DC. These two defenses have... Full Story

Second Half Shut-Out Propels Hounds to Eastern Conference Finals

June 14, 2025 - CHICAGO, Il. - The Chicago Hounds advanced to the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals on Saturday night, beating Old Glory DC, 27-16. Chicago rallied off 17 unanswered points in the second half, erasing a six-point halftime deficit. The Hounds opened the game with a string of penalties but DC didn't make them pay for it until the 8th minute. Old Glory flyhalf Jason Emery opened the scoring for both teams with a successful penalty goal, giving the visitors an early 3-0 lead. The DC offense consistently stressed the Chicago d... Full Story

Hounds Name Roster for Eastern Conference Semi-Finals Battle

June 12, 2025 - CHICAGO, Il. - With the Chicago Hounds' first home playoff game just 48 hours away, Head Coach Chris Latham named his 23-man roster for Saturday night's contest against Old Glory DC. The game kicks off from Dawg Town at 6pm on Saturday, fans interested in purchasing $25 tickets can do so here. There is only one change on the roster from the penultimate game of the season, a Week 16 Hounds' win over the NOLA Gold. The Forwards The first-choice front row is back in the lineup after getting well-earned rest during Week 17... Full Story

• Eastern Conference Final Roster Revealed - June 19, 2025
  
• Chicago vs New England: at a Glance - June 17, 2025
  
• Second Half Shut-Out Propels Hounds to Eastern Conference Finals - June 14, 2025
  
• Hounds Name Roster for Eastern Conference Semi-Finals Battle - June 12, 2025
  
• Hounds First Round Playoff Matchup Is Set - June 11, 2025
  
• Hounds Clinch Home Playoff Game with Gutsy Win - June 4, 2025
  
• Chicago Hounds Announce Strategic Wellness Partnership with Contrast Hot Cold - June 3, 2025
  
• Hounds Take Care of Business against Gold - May 31, 2025
  
• Hounds Ready for Gold in Week 16 - May 29, 2025
  
• Hounds Clinch Playoff Berth with Win over Anthem - May 28, 2025
  
• Roster Named for Week 15 Action - May 24, 2025
  
• Hounds Reveal Monday Night Rugby Roster - May 17, 2025
  
• Hounds Selected for Top of the Table Clash in New England - May 8, 2025
  
• Hounds Beat Sharks in Gritty Week 12 Performance - May 6, 2025
  
• Chicago Hounds Add Outside Back with Premiership Experience - April 30, 2025
  
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League: Major League Rugby
Home: Chicago, Illinois
Class: Rugby
Website: Chicago Hounds site
Schedule: Full Chicago Hounds Schedule

Sat., Jun 21		Chicago at New England (Playoff)	1:00 p.m.
Sat., Jun 14	W	DC 16 at Chicago 27 (Playoff)	Final
Wed., Jun 4	W	Houston 12 at Chicago 15	Final
Sat., May 31	W	NOLA 17 at Chicago 38	Final
Sat., May 24	W	Chicago 33 at Carolina 19	Final
Mon., May 19	L	Los Angeles 26 at Chicago 24	Final
All times Eastern On game days, refresh page for latest results Full Chicago Hounds Schedule and Results

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• VIDEO: HIGHLIGHTS: Chicago vs DC: Eastern Conference Semifinals - MLR YouTube (June 17)
  
• VIDEO: HIGHLIGHTS: Chicago vs Houston - MLR YouTube (June 9)
  
• VIDEO: HIGHLIGHTS: Chicago vs NOLA - MLR YouTube (June 3)
  
• VIDEO: HIGHLIGHTS: Chicago vs Los Angeles - MLR YouTube (May 20)
  
• VIDEO: HIGHLIGHTS: Chicago vs Miami - MLR YouTube (May 5)
  
• Joey Mano's hat trick rallies Utah Warriors by Chicago for 3rd straight win - MLR KSL (April 27)
  
• VIDEO: Chat You Swiping Left Or Right? @ChicagoHoundsRugbyMLR: @BeardGuyz - MLR YouTube (April 25)
  
• VIDEO: Soul Patch Or No Soul Patch @BeardGuyz Transformation @ChicagoHoundsRugbyMLR - MLR YouTube (April 23)
  
• VIDEO: HIGHLIGHTS: Chicago vs Charlotte - MLR YouTube (April 14)
  
• VIDEO: So What's in It? @BeardGuyz Mystery Bag @NOLAGOLDRUGBY: @ChicagoHoundsRugbyMLR: #MLR2025 - MLR YouTube (April 9)
  
• VIDEO: HIGHLIGHTS: Chicago vs DC - MLR YouTube (March 17)
  
• VIDEO: Only in Rugby Can the be a Hound @ChicagoHoundsRugbyMLR #mlr2025 - MLR YouTube (March 15)
  
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