Tag: Ray Egan
MLR’s San Diego Legion Holds Combine. Ronan Nelson Reports
SAN DIEGO, CA — With Major League Rugby (MLR) set to make its debut in late April, the San Diego Legion, the new league’s sole California franchise (for now), held a two-day combine near the Legion’s training facilities in Carlsbad, CA. It was a low-key opening to the team’s beginnings, with a turnout of around […]
More PRO Rugby/USA Rugby Uncertainty. Last Head Coaches Let Go. Story and Quotes
NEW YORK, NY – Earlier this week, PRO Rugby let go of the remaining head coaches on the payroll. Sean O’Leary of the league’s champion Denver Stampede, Ray Egan of the San Diego Breakers and Luke Gross of the Sacramento Express. I called PRO owner Doug Schoninger for comment and asked to verify the coaches […]
Full Interview with Pro Rugby CEO Doug Schoninger
NEW YORK, NY – With a showdown looming between USA Rugby and Pro Rugby (specifically its owner, Doug Schoninger), the Internet has been abuzz. There are those condemning Schoninger, citing the grievances and lawsuits being filed. Others are blaming USA Rugby for its inaction, bad decisions and lack of direction. And as is the case […]
PRO Rugby Stats: Adding Up San Francisco 1st Win, San Diego Dominance By The Numbers
GREENWICH, CT – It was another points-filled weekend in the PRO Rugby set-up. San Fran got off the schneid with their first win and San Diego stepped it up against stubborn Sacramento, who played inspired rugby while down a man. But let’s take a closer look at the PRO Rugby Stats in each match and […]
On Camera: Kevin Battle of PRO Rugby Sacramento, Tim Stanfill of San Diego
SAN DIEGO, CA – Down here at Torero Stadium, PRO Rugby Sacramento Assistant Coach Kevin Battle and PRO Rugby San Diego wing Tim Stanfill found the time to speak with Ronan Nelson. Topics ranged from aspects that the teams need to work on, moving players like Mirco Bergamasco, Stanfill’s adjustment to coming of the bench […]
