All Americans Set for Taste of International Pressure

Later this month the All Americans will play in a four-team tournament in South Africa, and coach Alex Magleby hopes they come away realizing they can hang with players from major rugby nations. (Last year's tour was a wet and cold one, but it produced several Eagles.)

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USA Names Lineup to Face Canadians

USA Men’s National Rugby Coach Eddie O’Sullivan has named his starting lineup for the Eagles’ Rugby World Cup Qualifying Match against Canada.

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Sub Rules Need to be Revisited

When you have one player who has to cover six positions, maybe things need to change. (Versatility gets Phil Mack, who is a scrumhalf but can in a pinch play all other back positions, into the Canada lineup. Ian Muir photo.)

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Canada Names Side for World Cup Qualifier

Speedster DTH van der Merwe threatens from outside center. Ian Muir photo.

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Long Assembly Hits Players Hard

Many Eagles have to be concerned about holding down jobs while playing for their country. (Mate Moeakiola consults with Eddie O'Sullivan about what's happening on the field, but the coach is also talking to players about off-field issues. Ian Muir photo)

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