Opening Kick

Opening Kick is a segment devoted to bringing you all Eagles and USA rugby related news in one location.

Eagles/7's:

No word yet on which club Todd Clever will play for next, but we do know that he is going to be playing in the Hong Kong 10's next week with an All-Star team.

Maka Unufe is one of the Eagles traveling to Asia this week. He gives an update from camp.

A player that looked to be back in contention only to hurt himself is Blaine Scully who could be out for a year with a torn achilles. Head coach Alex Maglebly feels bad for a player that works so hard.

Women:

7's head coach Ric Suggitt has turned the intensity up a notch as his team gets ready for Hong Kong. (Membership required)

Not every player in residency was selected for the team, that has those players a little disappointed. (Membership required)

Vanesha McGee gives an update from the women's 7's team camp.

Jackie Finlan has been in camp with the women and has some photos. (Membership required)

Club:

In addition to Roland Suniula, the Chicago Griffins have added a number of players, including one who spent time with the Sale Jets in England. (Membership required)

San Francisco Golden Gate has lost several players since last season, but that have reloaded and are ready to go. (Membership required)

The local paper in Medford, Massachusetts caught up with Boston Irish Wolfhounds coach Gergal Hehir to talk about the upcoming season.

College:

One of the best rivalries in college sports takes place this week as Oregon and Oregon State play in the Civil War.

Alex Goff previews the matchup between BYU and St. Mary's in Provo this weekend.

Youth:

Rugbymag caught up with U.S.A. Rugby Youth and High School Director Kurt Weaver to talk about the upcoming High School championships.