Melville Hints at 2027 RWC Bid for USA
Nigel Melville has indicated to World Rugby that USA Rugby will shoot to host the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Melville cited the growth of the game at the youth and collegiate level as indication that there will be a fan base in 12 years. In addition, the United States in nicely positioned in terms of depth of sports venues and hotel capacity to host a major tournament.
College Military Rule Under Scrutiny
USA Rugby continues to be under pressure from various corners to change the college eligibility rules.
USA Rugby Men's Collegiate All Americans Named
BOULDER, Colo. (USA Rugby Release) – USA Rugby has selected the 2014-15 Men’s Collegiate All-American and Honorable Mention All-American teams for the 15s and sevens codes of the game, honoring deserving college rugby players from more than 40 institutions.
USA Rugby Business Arm Gets Cash Injection
Rugby International Marketing, the for-profit army of USA Rugby, has sold a minority interest in the company to the Rugby Football Union, England’s rugby governing body.
USA Bows Out of 15s RWC Bid Race
USA Rugby has withdrawn interest in hosting the 2023 15s Rugby World Cup.
World Rugby announced today that France, Italy, South Africa, and Ireland have all tendered hosting bids.
