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Carlin Isles, Brett Thompson, and coach Matt Hawkins will be participating in a Twitter Q&A today at 3:00 p.m. et/12:00 p.m. pt.
CNN is dipping their toes into the world of 7s. Eagle Miles Craigwell was the subject of their latest feature.
Kimber Rozier talks about the importance of teamwork in her latest blog post for the Women's 7s team.
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Club/College:
We caught up with Washington State head coach Matt Hudson to talk about his team's season so far as well as their work off the pitch.
Cal is ready to get their 15s season under way. They will once again be playing in the Varsity Cup.
Jess Mallindine is the latest player featured on the Stars Rugby 7s site. They also take the time to thank their sponsors, of which TIAR partner Grubber is one.
Serevi Rugby has announced the dates for their 2014 High Performance Camps.
Penn State is looking to grow over the next few years.
We'll pass this on just so you know about it but take it with a grain of salt: Grand Prix Rugby has announced a commissioner.
World:
He's back! Sonny Bill Williams has signed with the Chiefs for the 2015 season.
Toby Flood has denied rumors that he is heading for Toulouse.
Scotland have confirmed their 2014 schedule.
In player movement Dean Mumm has re-signed with Exeter and David Denton has done the same with Edinburgh.
Tidbits:
The Don Morrison Scholarships will be awarded at this year's U.S.A. Rugby National Development Summit.