Opening Kick

Opening Kick is a segment devoted to bringing you all Eagles and U.S.A. Rugby news in one location.

All-Americans:

The High School All-Americans have swept their two matches with the Chile U-19's after picking up a 43-15 win.

The All-American in total outscored the Chileans 67-32. They will next travel to Uruguay for to matches against their U-19 team.

Alex Goff says that the teams' success is all about their commitment to give a full effort.

Eagles/7's:

Is Carlin Isles the next breakout performer for the Eagles? If his play at the Victoria 7's is any indicator, that could very well be the case. Plus, it was only his third ever rugby tournament. (Membership required)

College:

For Gainline, the Varsity Cup is all about business and making a successful, marketable league.

Pat Clifton has a great article on why Notre Dame College decided to start a rugby program and to offer scholarships.

Women:

WauwatosaNow profiles Eagle Jane Paar and her ambitions to represent the U.S. in 2016.

Tidbits:

American Samoa has been a hotspot for burgeoning Eagles for quite some time now. Could Guam be next? Maybe, they are starting their own rugby sevens league.

There can never be too many stories of young Americans falling in love with the game of rugby. Here is a new short documentary about Jordan Torres, a rugby player from the Bronx.