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.
Men's Small-College Championship to be Renamed Steve Cohen Cup
National Collegiate Rugby (NCR) will rename the Men’s Small College Championship the Cohen Cup in honor of the competition’s founder and former President, Steve Cohen.
Steve Cohen founded NCR’s predecessor organization, National Small College Rugby Organization (NSCRO), nearly 20 years ago to support and grow small college rugby in the United States.
Over 40 Men's D1 College Games This Weekend
Despite some cancelations and postponements, we've got Men's D1 rugby going and this week we've got over 40 games in DIA, DIAA, and NCR DI.
DIA
Ohio State comes off a really tough-to-take loss to Indiana where they had control of most of the set piece, but couldn't quite hold off a dynamic IU squad. They get to take out their frustrations on Michigan Friday night.
Liberty Latest: Binghamton and Nazareth Win Close Ones
Binghamton and Nazareth both won tight games in Liberty Conference's Empire Division to move to 2-0.
Binghamton produced a very nice performance to defeated the University at Buffalo 27-22.
D1 College Rugby Wildness This Weekend
We have over 30 Men's DI College rugby games this weekend, with a few conferences kicking off.
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Nazareth Chases the Challenge in D1 Rugby
Jumping quickly into major D1 rugby, Nazareth College has presented itself with a stiff challenge.
