International Rugby News
The USA U20s have qualified for the World Rugby Junior Trophy with a wild and improbably 19-18 victory over Canada.
While there were several good performances in the game, the hero had to be flyhalf Ben Cima, who kicked four penalty goals, including the game-winner with no time left, from about 52 meters away.
The USA defeated Canada 30-22 in the Americas Rugby Championship Saturday night just outside of Austin, Texas.
The Eagles put aside a series of set-piece errors and penal tie that saw them behind in the first half, and exploded for 20 points in the second half, including three tries from flanker and captain Todd Clever.
Here in the latest RuggaMatric America podcast, Alex, Bruce, and Pat look at the USA's opening of the John Mitchell era against Argentina.
Was the tie with a backup Argentina team a sign of great things to come?
And the guys also look at Pro Rugby, and talk about the logistical and financial issues facing the league. What's $6 million between friends?
Former SE Polk HS star Deion Mikesell, the top player in Iowa's 7s season last year, will start at wing for the USA U20s Saturday evening in Austin against Canada.
ROUND ROCK, Texas (USA Rugby Release) – Hanco Germishuys will captain JD Stephenson's AIG Men's Junior All-Americans Saturday in their World Rugby U20 Trophy qualifier against Canada at Dell Diamond.
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