D1A Rugby: College Rugby Association of America (CRAA) and USA Rugby Forge Forward Together Delivering a better student athlete experience through partnership

College Rugby Association of America (CRAA) and USA Rugby Forge Forward Together Delivering a better student athlete experience through partnership

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Santa Barbara, CA – The College Rugby Association of America (CRAA) has committed to partnering with USA Rugby to help rebuild the National Governing Body (NGB) as it emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy. In conjunction with the soon to be formed College Council, CRAA will remain members of USA Rugby with representation in new governance […]

D1A Rugby: 2020 Major League Rugby Collegiate Draft Summary

2020 Major League Rugby Collegiate Draft Summary

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This Major League Rugby (MLR) Collegiate Draft document outlines a structure for managing the transfer of men’s rugby players from college to Major League Rugby in the USA. It was drafted with the following goals in mind: To support the college rugby landscape;To provide a pathway for US collegiate players to Major League Rugby;Provide transparency […]

D1A Rugby: Major League Rugby to Hold First Ever Collegiate Draft

Major League Rugby to Hold First Ever Collegiate Draft

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DALLAS — Major League Rugby announced its first ever Collegiate Draft to be held on June 13 and 14, 2020. The move represents another positive step for the growing League as it builds towards the fourth season in 2021. The Draft will consist of at least four rounds and more if deemed necessary. The order […]

D1A Rugby: College Rugby Association of America Statement on Reorganization of USA Rugby

College Rugby Association of America Statement on Reorganization of USA Rugby

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In light of the uncertainty in which we find ourselves, in the spirit of optimism and looking forward, we wanted to express our position and provide a brief update on USA Rugby and the USA Rugby Task Force. Over the last few years, our members and leadership have expressed concerns with the finances and operations […]

D1A Rugby: D1A suspends competition through April 5

D1A suspends competition through April 5

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The rapid spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) is causing cancellations and postponements of sporting events around the globe. After consultation with our D1A Executive Committee and USA Rugby, we are suspending the Men’s Division IA regular season until April 5th due to concerns about the spread of the novel coronavirus. This decision is based on […]

D1A Rugby: D1A Strikes Apparel Deal with Webb Ellis as Official Apparel Sponsor

D1A Strikes Apparel Deal with Webb Ellis as Official Apparel Sponsor

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The name Webb Ellis is the oldest recognized name in the world of rugby, and Webb Ellis Ltd is based 50 yards from where the game originated in the market town of Rugby, Warwickshire, England. This world-renowned manufacturer of rugby teamwear, rugby match balls and training balls has been a supplier to major tournaments and […]

D1A Rugby: D1A & D1 Elite Collegiate Rugby Partner for 2020 Championships

D1A & D1 Elite Collegiate Rugby Partner for 2020 Championships

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Men’s D1A and Women’s D1 Elite partner in operations for 2020 National ChampionshipsWomen’s Semis & Men’s First Round: April 11th at St. Mary’s College in Moraga, CAWomen’s Final & Men’s Semis: April 25th at The Fortress Sports Complex in Obetz, OH LAFAYETTE, CO – An exciting day for Collegiate Rugby as Men’s D1A and Women’s […]

D1A Rugby: Round 14 Recap: BYU Texas Tour, PAC/CA crossovers, and Red River action

Round 14 Recap: BYU Texas Tour, PAC/CA crossovers, and Red River action

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#8 BYU leaves a trail of scorched earth in the Lonestar State as they heavily defeat both #24 Texas A&M and Texas of Austin Universities, totaling 168 points in the two matches.PAC conference Sweep on the weekend as #2 California, #14 Arizona and #19 UCLA all finish with smiles as they handily defeat their California […]

D1A Rugby: Round 12 Preview: The ‘Holy War’ of College Rugby

Round 12 Preview: The ‘Holy War’ of College Rugby

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#8 BYU vs #23 Colorado State: Rocky Mountain Final – CANCELLEDThe Holy War: Boston College vs Notre DameTexas Tech at North Texas#24 Texas A&M at LSU The Holy War Notre Dame (3-4) will host challengers, and Liberty’s 2nd Place finishers, in Boston College (6-2) as the stand alone Saturday match this weekend. Deemed the ‘Holy […]