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Next Phase Rugby, Crusaders Global Academy Form Partnership

As part of their mission to open up high-level opportunities for young American rugby players, Next Phase Rugby and Crusaders Global Academy have announced a strategic partnership focused on supporting the development of rugby players and coaches in the United States through access to world-class education, training, leadership, and high-performance development opportunities.

Rudy Scholz Award-Winner Solomon Williams passes it out for Cal under the watchful eye of newly-named All-American Byron Finley. Photo Matthew Stafford.
College Men

CRAA Releases D1A All-American List

Colusa, Calif. (Release) – The College Rugby Association of America (CRAA) has announced its 2025–2026 D1A All‑Americans, recognizing the top men’s collegiate rugby student‑athletes from across the country. This year’s selections reflect the depth and parity of the D1A competition, with strong representation from Navy, Life, Lindenwood, Army, Saint Mary’s, and several rising programs.

Lyndon Bailey charges on during the CRAA D1AA final. Matthew Stafford photo.
College Men

CRAA Names D1AA All American List

Colusa, Calif. (Press Release) – The College Rugby Association of America (CRAA) has announced its 2025–2026 D1AA All‑Americans, recognizing the top student‑athletes from a season that showcased strong competition across the division. 

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College Men

Remaining Seven Heart of America Teams Join NCR

Seven teams from the former Heart of America D1AA Conference are moving to NCR.

Arkansas, Kansas, Kansas State, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Oklahoma State are all moving out of what had been a USA Rugby-affiliated Heart of America into a new, seven-team conference.

Iowa State during their D1AA semifinal win vs Arizona State. Matthew Dalton photo.
College Men

CRAA's Midwest Conference Expands, Expects More to Come

The Midwest Rugby Conference (CRAA) is adding three more programs ahead of the 2026–27 season, with additional regional programs expected to join in the near future.

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