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The Independent has a terrific article on Samu Manoa and his background in California.
Toby L'Estrange took the time to participate in a Q&A for Pelham, a youth team he used to coach.
The South Panthers begin their NACRA title defense this weekend against Bermuda. We caught up with coach Jody Hensley to get more on the squad, including who he thinks will stand out.
College:
The men's and women's club quarterfinals are set after a weekend of play-in matches.
Take the jump to read more.
The PRP regular season came to a close over the weekend minus one additional match. Glendale, Olympic Club, and OMBAC all picked up wins.
Karen Fong Donoghue has a great guest article on finding the right college program for rugby players.
If you missed the match you can check out the highlights of St. Mary's win over Lindenwood.
For our latest poll we want to know who you think will win the DI-A title.
38 members of the Cal rugby program have received recognition for their academic achievement.
Defending champions Central Florida are one of the four teams left in DI-AA.
The seeds for the Boys NIT have been announced. The tournament will take place in a week and a half.
Indiana University (PA) is looking for help making it to nationals. Meanwhile, the Dartmouth women finished for at the ACRA 7s championship.
Harvard Business School is celebrating their first MBA Rugby World Cup since 1998.
Canada:
Jeff Hassler has been named to the RaboDirect Pro12 Dream Team.
The BC Bears have lined up solid competition. In addition to taking on the Canada Selects they will be touring South America before the CRC.
World:
Tim Mikkelson, Samisoni Viriviri, Kyle Brown, and Tom Mitchell have all be nominated for 7s player of the year.
France have named their roster for their tour of Australia this June.
Funding has been restored to Fiji, allowing them to finally pay some of their players.
A few more names have been added to the World XV that will face South Africa this summer.
In player signings, Matt Toomua has re-signed with the Brumbies and Ian Humphreys as returned to Ulster.
Speaking of Rugby Marketplace, they are now featuring Canterbury products. You can grab an Eagles jersey for only $44.99 plus shipping.
National Teams:
Toby L'Estrange took the time to participate in a Q&A for Pelham, a youth team he used to coach.
The South Panthers begin their NACRA title defense this weekend against Bermuda. We caught up with coach Jody Hensley to get more on the squad, including who he thinks will stand out.
College:
The men's and women's club quarterfinals are set after a weekend of play-in matches.
Take the jump to read more.
The PRP regular season came to a close over the weekend minus one additional match. Glendale, Olympic Club, and OMBAC all picked up wins.
Karen Fong Donoghue has a great guest article on finding the right college program for rugby players.
If you missed the match you can check out the highlights of St. Mary's win over Lindenwood.
For our latest poll we want to know who you think will win the DI-A title.
38 members of the Cal rugby program have received recognition for their academic achievement.
Defending champions Central Florida are one of the four teams left in DI-AA.
The seeds for the Boys NIT have been announced. The tournament will take place in a week and a half.
Indiana University (PA) is looking for help making it to nationals. Meanwhile, the Dartmouth women finished for at the ACRA 7s championship.
Harvard Business School is celebrating their first MBA Rugby World Cup since 1998.
Canada:
Jeff Hassler has been named to the RaboDirect Pro12 Dream Team.
The BC Bears have lined up solid competition. In addition to taking on the Canada Selects they will be touring South America before the CRC.
World:
Tim Mikkelson, Samisoni Viriviri, Kyle Brown, and Tom Mitchell have all be nominated for 7s player of the year.
France have named their roster for their tour of Australia this June.
Funding has been restored to Fiji, allowing them to finally pay some of their players.
A few more names have been added to the World XV that will face South Africa this summer.
In player signings, Matt Toomua has re-signed with the Brumbies and Ian Humphreys as returned to Ulster.