USA Rugby ShirtsWhile still not been a leading rugby nation the USA national rugby team has a very successful history. With two Olympic gold medals in 1920 and 1924 been the team’s proudest moments. However due to the war and depression rugby suffered for many decades within the US and only saw growth again during the late 60’s and 70’s. In 1987 the same year as the All blacks won the first rugby world cup the American national rugby become a member of the IRB. Nicked named the eagles the national teamed is formed from 11 regional teams. Unfortunately rugby has not become professional yet within the US and has led to many talented young plays moving to Europe, New Zealand and Australia to peruse there professional carriers. USA Rugby has recently lobbied successfully to become a member of the IRB sevens competition. A fast paced competition that stops at all the top rugby nations. This tournament has now been held in California however from 2006 San Diego will be home to the three day tournament. Where to buy USA Rugby shirts and gear?
Team Jersey and History:The USA Rugby shirt is predominantly red with black vertical stripes and small white stripes on the shoulders. The Eagles logo has remained unchanged and is positioned on the right hand side of the shirt like most traditional rugby shirts. Rugby as a sport and the shirt within the US dates back to 1870 and was introduced by English soldiers. The first club was built in as early as 1872 with the first record match been played in 1974 between two universities. Over the next 50 years the sport swept the country until the two Olympic wins in the 1920’s. The Eagles at presentRugby is currently experiencing huge growth with the US 60,000 plus players currently been registered. Over a third of these players are from within the US school or college system. With the addition of a new competition named the Rugby Super League and entrance to the IRB 7s USA rugby is in a good position to enter the professional arena. |
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