Women’s National Team XVs: USA Rugby Roster for Stars vs Stripes Scrimmage Series

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GLENDALE, CO – Head Coach Rob Cain has announced a 49-player roster for the Women’s National Team XVs’ scrimmage series to happen November 18 and 21, KO 2 PM MT, at the Rugby Town National Training Center.

The roster is split into two teams — USA Stars and USA Stripes — which feature athletes from the recently held daily training environment and mini camps, as well as the USA Sevens Residency Program.

On match-days, teams will be led by Coach Cain and Assistant Coaches Kate Daley & Jamie Burke. Both games will be used to evaluate player progression as preparation for Rugby World Cup 2021 continues.

Head Coach Rob Cain said:

“Our focus the past 24 months, as a national team, as well as domestically through the WPL and collegiate game, is beginning to pay dividends as seen by the exciting squads here. Unfortunately, between us and our international competition — who are not only playing international games but have also had full domestic seasons — the divide is very real. Knowing this, the importance of these games has taken even more significance, allowing us to challenge the players both on and off the pitch. We are all looking forward to seeing the results of this next week.

“Many of our players haven’t played a game in 12 months and as you can imagine there is a mix of nervousness, excitement and energy in the air. These games will be an opportunity and next steps window as we near the final stages to create our team for 2021.”

“Thank you to our incredibly hard-working staff who brought this vision to life and to the community who have supported this program before and during these unprecedented times. Your support is priceless to the players and we are extremely thankful to you all.”

Event information

Fans can watch both games LIVE and for FREE on FloRugby.com as part of their commitment to the Women’s Eagles’ World Cup campaign. Former national team players Sarah Chobot and Dallen Stanford form the commentary team for each match. Infinity Park will remain closed to fans to mitigate the ongoing risks of COVID-19.

Women’s Rugby Week

The two-part event underpins Women’s Rugby Week, a celebration of the past, present and future of American women in the game. From November 16 to 22, fans can enjoy daily content that highlights key events — including the World Cup Draw – happening November 19 at 1:15 PM ET on World Rugby’s social channels.

USA Stars Roster

USA Stripes Roster

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Ina Bailey, Meya Bizer, Kaitlyn Broughton, Stacey Bridges, Gabriella Cantorna, Jennine Duncan, Joanne Fa’avesi, Fane Haungatau, Leti Hingano, Alev Kelter, Kristine Sommer, Kristen Thomas, Alycia Washington, Kate Zackary

To support the Eagles in their preparation for Rugby World Cup 2021, click here.

For more information on Women’s Rugby Week, click here.

To stream Match One LIVE and for FREE, click here.

To stream Match Two LIVE and for FREE, click here

IMPORTANT SHOW: Get the female perspective on being a black and being a black rugby player in America from three USA Rugby pillars, Phaidra Knight, Alycia Washington & Naya Tapper. Their conversation with Steve Lewis & Matt McCarthy is sometimes awkward and even testy… which is a necessary component of moving forward. This extended Community Corner segment, courtesy of The Murphy Kennedy Group, is worth your time.

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