Men’s NCR Division I (D1) is a top-tier collegiate rugby division organized by National Collegiate Rugby (NCR), featuring the most competitive and well-developed university programs across the country. Membership is based on rugby performance and program strength rather than school size, allowing both large public universities and smaller private institutions to compete at this level. Teams in D1 play regionally during the regular season and advance to national playoffs to determine the champion. The division represents the highest standard of competition within NCR’s collegiate structure, showcasing elite play and program excellence.
NCR D1 Rankings Fall 2026 Week 8
OK, let's get into the main event straight off.
With #1 Walsh losing, who is in the top spot. To be honest, you could pick any of the top three. Walsh did lose to Kutztown, but they have beaten Marian, Rio Grande, Wheeling, and, most importantly for this conversation, St. Bonaventure.
More ARC Shakeups
Funally a not-super-close game for St. Bonaventure, as Bonnies defeated Wheeling 29-7 Friday night in Atlantic Rugby Conference action.
With the win, Bonnies improved to 3-1.
NCR D1 Rankings Fall 2026 Week 7
Walsh is a little bit more vulnerable at the #1 ranking but holds on because they did win over Wheeling.
Wheeling gets a move up in our NCR D1 rankings, and we shift some things around. We weren't sure about that Wheeling win over Indiana but we have put it back in play and drop Indiana down a bit.
Siena Appoints Visser as Full-Time Head Coach and DOR
Siena University Athletics has officially announced the appointment of Jaco Visser as the first full-time Head Coach of the Siena Men’s Rugby program.
Siena Wins Key Liberty Matchup
Siena logged a snappy result this weekend to jump to(for now) 2nd in the Liberty NCR D1, defeating a tough Fordham side 41-23.
