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The Eagles 7s team put in one of their worst performances in a long time going 0-3 in pool play in Dubai. First they lost to Fiji 36-5, they they lost to England 28-5, capped off by a dreadful 41-7 loss to Canada. Overall, the team finished with a -88 point differential. They will play either Australia or Wales tomorrow.
At least the women had a better day. They lost to Russia in the Cup quarterfinals and then heartbreaking loss to England before beating Brazil to take 7th place.
On the latest Try & Tackle podcast we join with the boys to discuss Dubai, the U.S. and Canadian XVs teams, and more.
Take the jump to read more.
Chris Wyles is back with Saracens and tells the Premiership's website that he is ready to play almost any position.
Although it was almost a week ago, we share what we learned from the Eagles win over Russia in London.
The Women's College All-Americans beat Paris-Bobigny 20-19 on their tour of France opener.
College/Club:
The final NSCRO women's top 20 for 2013 is out.
World:
Just a day after the French clubs announced they would be playing in the Heineken Cup, the head of the Premiership has been forced to back track, leaving the door open for English clubs to do the same.
The All Blacks were in New York on Wednesday. Apparently they get noticed here just like in other parts of the world.
Paul Tait reviews the November schedule for Tier II nations and says it is a step in the right direction.
In player signing news, Sitiveni Sivivatu has signed with Castres away from Clermont.
We've extended the deadline for our essay contest to win a copy of When I Was Great! Submit a paragraph explaining why you love rugby to enter.
National Teams:
At least the women had a better day. They lost to Russia in the Cup quarterfinals and then heartbreaking loss to England before beating Brazil to take 7th place.
On the latest Try & Tackle podcast we join with the boys to discuss Dubai, the U.S. and Canadian XVs teams, and more.
Take the jump to read more.
Chris Wyles is back with Saracens and tells the Premiership's website that he is ready to play almost any position.
Although it was almost a week ago, we share what we learned from the Eagles win over Russia in London.
The Women's College All-Americans beat Paris-Bobigny 20-19 on their tour of France opener.
College/Club:
The final NSCRO women's top 20 for 2013 is out.
World:
Just a day after the French clubs announced they would be playing in the Heineken Cup, the head of the Premiership has been forced to back track, leaving the door open for English clubs to do the same.
The All Blacks were in New York on Wednesday. Apparently they get noticed here just like in other parts of the world.
Paul Tait reviews the November schedule for Tier II nations and says it is a step in the right direction.
In player signing news, Sitiveni Sivivatu has signed with Castres away from Clermont.