Charlotte, NC – The Collegiate Rugby Association of America (CRAA), in collaboration with USA Rugby’s Men’s High Performance Pathways, has announced the squads for the 2025 CRAA All-American East vs. West match.
This event, funded entirely by sponsors and patrons of the sport, highlights the top players in CRAA and serves as a critical evaluation platform for U23 and senior national team consideration.
Following an extensive national review and nomination process, CRAA received 189 nominations from programs across the country. After careful vetting and selection by regional coaching staffs and national selectors, 84 athletes were named to the extended player pool, from which the final 58 players have been selected to the traveling squads representing the East and West.
These elite student-athletes will come together for a week-long training assembly in Charlotte, NC, culminating in a high-performance fixture that serves as a curtain-raiser for the Anthem vs. Chicago Hounds on May 24, 2025. The match showcases the best of American collegiate rugby talent and highlights the growth and depth of the game across the country.
The final 23-player match-day rosters for both the East and West teams will be officially announced on Friday, May 23, 2025, following the conclusion of the final team preparations.
“This match is more than just an All-Star game—it’s a glimpse into the future of the Men’s Eagles,” said Paul Keeler, President of CRAA. “Every player selected has demonstrated the skill, character, and potential to compete at the highest levels of the game, and we are proud to partner with USA Rugby to provide this platform.”
