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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.

Latham Reveals Roster for 2026 Season Opener

April 2, 2026 - CHICAGO, Il. - Chicago Hounds Head Coach Chris Latham today named his 23-man roster for the club's 2026 Major League Rugby season opener. Chicago travels to Charlotte this weekend for a matchup against the Carolina Anthem (1-0), kicking off Saturday at 3PM CT from American Legion Memorial Stadium. Fans in-market can watch the game live on Fox Chicago+ or stream the game live on ESPN+. In the front row, a pair of offseason acquisitions get the nod at loosehead prop and hooker, with MLR veteran Jake Turnbull and MLR rookie ... Full Story

MLR Announces Updated Kick-Off Times

March 16, 2026 - CHICAGO, Il.- Major League Rugby announced today updated kick-off times for two games on the Chicago Hounds' 2026 Schedule. Week Three vs California Legion: kick-off at 8pm CT on Sunday, April 12 Was previously scheduled for 7pm Week 11 at New England Free Jacks: kick-off at 1pm CT on Sunday, June 7 Was previously scheduled for 3pm Fans can contact our ticketing team with any questions.... Full Story

Major League Rugby Names Chicago as Host of 2026 MLR Championship Game

February 19, 2026 - DALLAS - Major League Rugby, the premier professional rugby league in North America, announced today it has named Chicago as the host site for the 2026 MLR Championship. The Quest for the Shield will culminate at Bridgeview's SeatGeek Stadium on Sunday, June, 21 at 8 p.m. (EST) / 7 p.m. (CST). After an 11-week regular season, the league's top four teams will advance to a single-elimination tournament. The semifinal round will match up the league's No. 1 and No. 4 teams and the league's No. 2 and No. 3 teams in a Sunday Ni... Full Story

Hounds Confirm 2026 Coaching Staff

February 5, 2026 - CHICAGO, Il. - The Chicago Hounds today confirmed their coaching staff for the 2026 Major League Rugby season. Head Coach Chris Latham retained his 2025 staff after an impressive first year in Chicago that resulted in an Eastern Conference Championship appearance. For the first time in franchise history, the coaching staff remains unchanged year over year. Head Coach: Chris Latham After signing with the Hounds ahead of the 2025 campaign, Latham led the team to its most successful season in franchise history. Under Lath... Full Story

• Latham Reveals Roster for 2026 Season Opener - April 2, 2026
  
• MLR Announces Updated Kick-Off Times - March 16, 2026
  
• Major League Rugby Names Chicago as Host of 2026 MLR Championship Game - February 19, 2026
  
• Hounds Confirm 2026 Coaching Staff - February 5, 2026
  
• Nashville to Host First-Ever Tennessee Major League Rugby Game this April - January 28, 2026
  
• All-MLR Center Signs Contract Extension - January 26, 2026
  
• Hounds Promote Scrumhalf Mathis Demandolx to Senior Squad - January 23, 2026
  
• Capped Eagle Agrees to Terms on One-Year Deal - January 22, 2026
  
• Versatile Front Row Forward Signs with Chicago - January 21, 2026
  
• Hounds Sign Jason Tidwell on One-Year Deal - January 15, 2026
  
• Baker Signs One Year Contract Extension - January 13, 2026
  
• Versatile Domestic Forward Signs One Year Deal - January 7, 2026
  
• Hounds Extend 2024 Second Round Draft Pick - January 5, 2026
  
• Hounds Add Utility Back Reece Botha to 2026 Roster - January 2, 2026
  
• Zabierek Signs One-Year Contract Extension - December 23, 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	L	Chicago 20 at New England 21 (Playoff)	Final
Sat., Jun 14	W	DC 16 at Chicago 27 (Playoff)	Final
All times Eastern On game days, refresh page for latest results Full Chicago Hounds Schedule and Results

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• VIDEO: Get Hyped be There - MLR YouTube (April 2)
  
• VIDEO: Inside MLR: Episode 2: the Road to Chicago - MLR YouTube (March 24)
  
• VIDEO: He Bolts@C@ChicagoHoundsRugbyMLR #MLR2026 - MLR YouTube (March 2)
  
• VIDEO: Chicago, You'Ve Hosted History Before. - MLR YouTube (February 19)
  
• VIDEO: Professional Rugby Is Heading to NASHVILLE - MLR YouTube (January 29)
  
• Major League Rugby heading to Nashville in April with Music City Rugby showdown - MLR News 5 Channel Nashville (January 28)
  
• VIDEO: @ChicagoHoundsRugbyMLR Noah Brown Has Been Nothing Short of Explosive for the Hounds#rugby - MLR YouTube (November 10)
  
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