Thiel Joining Saracens
Former Life University men's player and Traverse City Alliance HS player Phil Thiel has signed with English pro club Saracens.
The hooker, who has been capped 22 times for the USA, arrived at the club on Sunday and will be there on a short-term contract while Schalk Brits is away with the South African national team.
Overseas Latest - Preseason Game ActionIt’s almost time for the regular season for Americans playing pro overseas, and most of the players have seen pre-season action.
Combine Provides Link to Top Pro Club The upcoming combine at Arizona State University, which will include coaches form the ACT Brumbies of Super Rugby, is more than just a recruiting vehicle for ASU. Brumbies Head Coach Stephen Larkham said in an upcoming RuggaMatrix America podcast said that the combine will also be an opportunity for up-and-coming American players to get seen first-hand by a top pro
IRB to Change Name to World Rugby
The International Rugby Board has announced that it will change its name to World Rugby November 19.
Sources - Palamo to Extend Saracens Stay
Former Utah All American and surest USA player Thretton Palamo has reportedly signed an extension with pro club Saracens in England.
