The 2003 Rugby World Cup and Super Bowl Comparisons

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There is more to the rugby-NFL connection that runs almost as deep as the roots of American football. The similarities on-field will of course be noticeable, but what about how the two stack-up with on and off-field pageantry? Does the Rugby World Cup have the same hype as the football equivalent? Can we find a […] READ MORE



Players who played both American Football and Rugby

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It’s a longstanding question and one that has no definitive answer; can American football players hack it in rugby or vice versa? Lovers of rugby will say that NFL American Football players lack the stamina to play over 80 minutes while NFL fans may feel that rugby players lack the tactical discipline to succeed in […] READ MORE


Gary Gold’s First US Eagles Squad has a Familiar Feel

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The first squad for new Eagles head coach, Gary Gold, has a great balance of new and experienced Eagles. In October, USA rugby announced that Worcester director of rugby, Gary Gold would take over as Eagles head coach following the departure of John Mitchell. He has named his 39  man traveling squad for the upcoming […] READ MORE