Atlanta and Boston to Join Major League Rugby for 2020 Season

September 21, 2018 - SALT LAKE CITY - Major League Rugby announced today the acceptance of two new member teams based in Atlanta and Boston, two cities known for their passionate sports fans. The new teams will begin play in the 2020 season, the third season for the young league. Atlanta's team joins recently successful teams from Major League Soccer and Lacrosse in a city known for its love of sports, and rugby specifically. Nearby Life University in Marietta boasts one of the country's top college rugby programs and produced many current ... Full Story

Raptors Travel to Canada

September 14, 2018 - As a preview to the upcoming second season of Major League Rugby, the Glendale Raptors professional team is traveling to Toronto this weekend, challenging MLR newcomers the Ontario Arrows in an exhibition match. Raptors Head Coach David Williams is looking forward to the competition: "It's hugely exciting to play against a previous opponent again, and especially one that will be entering Major League Rugby next season. It's always good to get on the road with the team and play a really competitive side," he said. "Traveling ... Full Story

Michael Macri Appointed as Director of Athletic Performance

August 28, 2018 - AUSTIN, TX - Elite Rugby Management is proud to announce the appointment of Michael Macri as Director of Athletic Performance. "Macri will oversee player welfare plans, with the rest of our team management, ensuring the health, well-being and fitness development of players along with HIA and major injury protocols" Quoted Alain Hyardet, Head Coach Prior to joining Austin Elite Rugby, Macri served as an Athletic Performance Coach at Baylor University working with Football and Track & Field for the 2017/18 season. Macri ... Full Story

NOLA Gold Rugby Set for Second Year

August 20, 2018 - The MLR season 2 is right around the corner and so is the 2019 Schedule. There will be eight home MLR games in 2019 with the season starting the weekend of January 27, 2019. We will be playing in optimal weather for New Orleans. Our staff from GM and head coach to the distinguished field committee are working hard already, learning from year one to improve the Gold and your game day experience. We look forward to working with you to make us all champions! -Nola Gold Owner, Tim Falcon 2019 Season Tickets NOLA GOLD... Full Story

• Atlanta and Boston to Join Major League Rugby for 2020 Season - (MLR) September 21
  
• Raptors Travel to Canada - Glendale Raptors (MLR) September 14
  
• Glendale Rugby Hosts Crossover Rugby Camp - Glendale Raptors (MLR) September 14
  
• Michael Macri Appointed as Director of Athletic Performance - Austin Elite Rugby (MLR) August 28
  
• The 2018 RugbyTown 7s Tournament Sees British Army Crowned Champions in Thrilling Win over Tiger Rugby - Glendale Raptors (MLR) August 26
  
• Day Two of RugbyTown 7s Tournament Sees More Action, Championship Qualifying - Glendale Raptors (MLR) August 25
  
• Seventh Annual RugbyTown 7s Kicks off in Glendale - Glendale Raptors (MLR) August 25
  
• NOLA Gold Rugby Set for Second Year - NOLA Gold (MLR) August 20
  
• Infinity Park Proud to Announce Partners for Annual RugbyTown 7s Tournament - Glendale Raptors (MLR) August 17
  
• Join Us for World Class RugbyTown 7s International & Military Championships - Glendale Raptors (MLR) August 16
  
• Glendale Animates Seventh-Annual RugbyTown 7s Tournament - Glendale Raptors (MLR) July 31
  
• Glendale Rugby Clubs Participate in Plane Pull - Glendale Raptors (MLR) July 19
  
• MLR Announces Championship Series First XV - (MLR) July 9
  
• Message from NOLA Gold Owner Tim Falcon - NOLA Gold (MLR) July 9
  
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