Next week, Pro Rugby North America is expected to outline plans for a new professional rugby competition in the USA.

The competition was expected to include USA and Canadian teams, but apparently will be only US-based teams for 2016. The company running the league - PRO Rugby North America - is headed up Douglas Schoninger out of New York City. 

Over the next few weeks details on teams, coaches, internet television coverage, and scheduling will be publicized.

 The league has the blessing of World Rugby and USA Rugby, and launched its Facebook page this week.