Major League Rugby Hits the Road for Vegas Weekend Event

November 8, 2019 - SALT LAKE CITY - Major League Rugby (MLR) has officially announced and confirmed that five of the 2020 regular season matches will be played in Las Vegas as part of the Major League Rugby Vegas Weekend. The matches will kickoff on Sunday, February 9 with newcomers, the New England Free Jacks, taking on last year's semi-finalists Rugby United New York in their inaugural MLR match. This will serve as a precursor to the official MLR Vegas Weekend, consisting of double-header matches on Saturday, February 15 and Sunday, Febru... Full Story

The Glendale Raptors are now the Colorado Raptors

November 7, 2019 - The Glendale Raptors, Colorado's only Major League Rugby (MLR) team, announced today that they are rebranding as the Colorado Raptors. "Several other rugby team names represent their entire state or region," said Mark Bullock, Colorado Raptors' Director of Rugby. "We are Colorado's Major League Rugby team - why not make that official?" In addition to the name change, the logo underwent a few updates to incorporate the Colorado name with nods to the iconic state flag. "We are excited to share this team with all of Co... Full Story

From Eagles to Roosters, Meet RUNY's New Head Coach, Greg McWilliams

November 6, 2019 - In Rugby United New York's inaugural season as a Major League Rugby team, the side placed fourth overall in the season standings prior to a semi-final loss to the San Diego Legion. It was a phenomenal opening season for the side and a feat that new Head Coach Greg McWilliams will be hoping to surpass in his time in New York. Taking over from Mike Tolkin, McWilliams was announced as Tolkin's successor prior to the USA Eagles Rugby World Cup campaign beginning in September. Acting as the Eagles attack coach for the duration... Full Story

Seattle SeaWolves: Leaving a Legacy

November 4, 2019 - Growing rugby in North America is a tough task. It's an uphill battle that American ruggers have been fighting forever, and one that people will continue to fight until the sport is where we want it to be. The emergence of Major League Rugby in 2018 was a big step for the sport in our country, but it was simply the first step. There is still plenty of work to be done to help the sport reach its potential in this country. In addition to winning rugby matches, the franchises that make up the MLR have also taken it upo... Full Story

• Major League Rugby Hits the Road for Vegas Weekend Event - (MLR) November 8
  
• The Glendale Raptors are now the Colorado Raptors - Colorado Raptors (MLR) November 7
  
• From Eagles to Roosters, Meet RUNY's New Head Coach, Greg McWilliams - (MLR) November 6
  
• Seattle SeaWolves: Leaving a Legacy - Seattle Seawolves (MLR) November 4
  
• Major League Rugby Signs New On-Field Apparel Partnership with Paladin - (MLR) October 28
  
• The Legend of JP Du Plessis - San Diego Legion (MLR) October 21
  
• NOLA Gold Rugby Foundation Presents: Gold 'N Bowl - NOLA Gold (MLR) October 14
  
• USA and Canada World Cup Round 3 Round-Up - (MLR) October 10
  
• International Rugby Superstar Joins San Diego Legion for 2020 - San Diego Legion (MLR) October 9
  
• USA and Canada World Cup Round 2 Round-Up - (MLR) October 3
  
• USA and Canada World Cup Round-Up: Round 1 - (MLR) September 26
  
• Major League Rugby to Announce 2020 Schedule - (MLR) September 18
  
• Major League Rugby Hires Jon Persch as Chief Commercial Officer - (MLR) September 13
  
• An Inside Look at Rugby ATL with Head Coach Scott Lawrence - Rugby ATL (MLR) September 3
  
• Brad Tucker's Storybook Season - (MLR) August 30
  
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• Arrows release schedule for expanded Major League Rugby 2020 season - MLR Toronto Globe and Mail (September 24)
  
• Calgary Roughnecks get their men in NLL Draft - MLR Toronto Sun (September 18)
  
• Toronto Arrows make their presence felt on the Canadian rugby team - MLR Toronto Star (July 23)
  
• Austin reaffirms Women's World Cup obsession, finishing No. 1 in TV ratings - MLR Austin American-Statesman (July 9)
  
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