MLR 2021 Draft: Naposki #1 of Five Dallas Picks
Fullback Eric Naposki, a four-year starter at UCLA, was the No. 1 overall selection by the expansion Dallas Jackals in tonight’s second-ever Major League Rugby Collegiate Draft.
Hattingh Gets Four Weeks, Could Cut it Down to Three
Following his red card against Ireland, USA flanker Riekert Hattingh has been suspended four weeks by World Rugby.
Hattingh, who was cited and exonerated for a challenge in the air against England, was red-carded against Ireland for a dangerous tackle.
MLR Teams Run U19 Series
The New England Free Jacks and DC Old Glory MLR teams ran out their academy teams against each other this past weekend.
Both teams are running Girls U19 as well as Boys U19 programs.
The Free Jacks teams (dubbed the Junior Jacks) won both games. The Junior Jacks Girls beat DC 19-7, while the Junior Jacks Boys won 23-17
MLR Touts Success of Grassroots Program
DALLAS --- Major League Rugby has announced the launching of its Grassroots Development Incentive.
Teams in MLR will be rewarded with additional salary cap room for implementing youth rugby initiatives.
Potential MLR Draftees Can Show Skills at The Rugby Showcase
Westport, Conn. — A talent showcase for players declared for the Major League Rugby draft will be held on August 7 at Staples HS in Westport, Conn.
The Rugby Showcase is not an official MLR event, but it does have the league's blessing. Instead, what amounts to a Pro Day for collegiate rugby players will be presented by High Performance Management Group.
