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.
Lonestar Conference Moves to NCR
The Lonestar Rugby Conference has announced will officially join National Collegiate Rugby (NCR) beginning in Fall of 2025.
This move brings 20 men’s programs under the NCR umbrella, enhancing the reach and depth of one of the nation's fastest-growing rugby organizations. The incoming teams will compete across Division I-AA, Division II, and Division III.
CRAA D1AA Championship Coming Down to a Handful of Teams
We have just a handful of teams left in the chae for a CRAA D1AA title.
As we've mentioned before, Sam Houston State and Iowa State are already in the semifinals held during the CRAA Finals Weekend May 2-4 in Indianapolis.
RMA: The NCR Lawsuit and that One Pesky Word
Alex Goff has a look at the NCR lawsuit against USA Rugby in this RuggaMatrix America podcast.
The podcast is video but works if you're just listening to it, as well.
There's one key word in there that might make a big difference.
Conference Championships in Sight This Weekend in D1AA
We find out a lot in this week's D1AA action.
Top Teams Putting Hands Up in CRAA D1AA
We're seeing the top teams establish themselves in the CRAA D1AA competitions after this week's results.
Western Washington hasn't clinched the NCRC but they have gone a long way toward that goal.
