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National Teams:
The Falcons had a little fun at the beach during their trip to South America.
Tom Coolican is the latest Eagle to get his own highlight package.
Pat Clifton reports that Pat Blair will replace Ahmad Harajly in Las Vegas so Harajly can play with the Falcons. He also notes that the door is not shut for Todd Clever to play 7s.
Club/College:
With the PRP starting this weekend we felt it was the perfect time to introduce this year's Power Rankings. As expected, SFGG sit on top with Glendale right behind them.
Take the jump to read more.
Staying with the PRP, their team by team previews continue with Belmont Shore and Olympic Club.
Gift-time Rugby has a recap of the recent NRFL combine.
UNLV is ready to start their 2015 season with the Red Rock Invitational this weekend.
The Tri-State Conference has their All-Conference selections for both the men and the women.
Alex Goff has his predictions of each pool in the LVI High School Elite bracket as well as a look at Grand Canyon's need for more games.
Jackie Finlan reports on Oregon's win over Washington State.
Davis Rugby Club in California is getting the attention of the local press.
Evan Lappen has a rundown of play in NorCal division two.
Canada:
B.C. Rugby has announced their U-23 roster for the LVI. They are set to play in the Open division.
Rugby Wrap Up has their Canadian players to watch in 2015.
World:
The Six Nations has unveiled a new trophy as they launch the 2015 competition.
Australia doesn't look like they aren't going to change their eligibility rules despite players heading for Europe.
Adam Ashley-Cooper says the time is right for him to move on from Australian rugby.
The Waratahs may play all of their matches at Allianz Stadium in the near future.
It looks as if the Crusaders won't be moving their match against the Hurricanes to Fiji after all.
In player movement Mark Cueto will retire at the end of the season.
National Teams:
The Falcons had a little fun at the beach during their trip to South America.
Tom Coolican is the latest Eagle to get his own highlight package.
Pat Clifton reports that Pat Blair will replace Ahmad Harajly in Las Vegas so Harajly can play with the Falcons. He also notes that the door is not shut for Todd Clever to play 7s.
Club/College:
With the PRP starting this weekend we felt it was the perfect time to introduce this year's Power Rankings. As expected, SFGG sit on top with Glendale right behind them.
Take the jump to read more.
Staying with the PRP, their team by team previews continue with Belmont Shore and Olympic Club.
Gift-time Rugby has a recap of the recent NRFL combine.
UNLV is ready to start their 2015 season with the Red Rock Invitational this weekend.
The Tri-State Conference has their All-Conference selections for both the men and the women.
Alex Goff has his predictions of each pool in the LVI High School Elite bracket as well as a look at Grand Canyon's need for more games.
Jackie Finlan reports on Oregon's win over Washington State.
Davis Rugby Club in California is getting the attention of the local press.
Evan Lappen has a rundown of play in NorCal division two.
Canada:
B.C. Rugby has announced their U-23 roster for the LVI. They are set to play in the Open division.
Rugby Wrap Up has their Canadian players to watch in 2015.
World:
The Six Nations has unveiled a new trophy as they launch the 2015 competition.
Australia doesn't look like they aren't going to change their eligibility rules despite players heading for Europe.
Adam Ashley-Cooper says the time is right for him to move on from Australian rugby.
The Waratahs may play all of their matches at Allianz Stadium in the near future.
It looks as if the Crusaders won't be moving their match against the Hurricanes to Fiji after all.
In player movement Mark Cueto will retire at the end of the season.