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All-Time American List: Kristin Zdanczewicz

Kristin Zdanczewicz carried the nickname "Ham" for much of her career, so-named because the pronunciation of her last name rhymed with "sandwich" ... OK, maybe you had to be there.

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All-Time American List: Takudzwa Ngwenya

Takudzwa Ngwenya came to American from what he described as a very difficult life in Zimbabwe.

He came to attend college in Dallas, and was quickly noticed for speed and ability to break a game open. Green, skinny, shy, he emerged as a seasoned professional with strength as well as pace, and one of the most recognizable personalities in the American game.

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All-Time American List: Kevin Swords

Kevin Swords was a monolith of American Rugby.

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All-Time American List: Joe Taufete'e

Joe Taufete'e is somewhat unique in American rugby.

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All-Time American List: Clarence Culpepper

Clarence Culpepper played rugby for Philadelphia and (for longer) Roanoke during his career through the 1970s and 1980s.

Known as a mobile and tenacious openside flanker who covered a lot of ground, Culpepper was also a superb leader and captain.

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