Men’s NCR Division I (D1) is a top-tier collegiate rugby division organized by National Collegiate Rugby (NCR), featuring the most competitive and well-developed university programs across the country. Membership is based on rugby performance and program strength rather than school size, allowing both large public universities and smaller private institutions to compete at this level. Teams in D1 play regionally during the regular season and advance to national playoffs to determine the champion. The division represents the highest standard of competition within NCR’s collegiate structure, showcasing elite play and program excellence.
Massive Weekend in D1A, NCR D1, D1AA Games
We've got the D1A, D1AA, and NCR D1 games all listed in this week.
We've got conference finals for the Big 10, MAC, HOA, and SCRC.
We have NCR D1 play-ins (two) and one NCR D1AA play-in.
Gamebreakers From D1A and NCR D1 The Last Two Weeks
Here’s a look at standout players in major D1-level games the last two weeks.
We’re tracking NCR D1 and CRAA D1A games and who made impacts in those games.
Aaron Juma, Wheeling
We’ve talked about Juma before but he was enormous for Wheeling in the Big Rivers semis and final, scoring tries, playing terrific defense at flanker, and overall being a game-changer.
Brown Nails Down the Basics in Repeat Quest
Brown University is looking to defend its NCR D1 championship after winning the Liberty Conference final over Siena over the weekend.
Stronger Up Front, Wheeling Fronts Up
After Principia was rolling through the competition in the Big Rivers and earning the bye week before the playoffs, you'd have been forgiven for thinking the conference final was a foregone conclusion.
How The NCR DIAA Playoff Picture Looks Now
NCR's DIAA playoff roster is clearing up.
Here's who made what seed:
The Liberty Conference champion is Boston College, with UMass runner-up. Both will be in the quarterfinals November 18 with BC hosting and, likely, UMass on the road.
Virginia Tech secured the MARC title over West Chester.
