WASHINGTON, D.C. – A young and exciting USA Men’s XVs National Team will take the pitch against the New Zealand All Blacks this Saturday, October 23 at FedExField in Washington, D.C. Kick off is set for 3:30 PM ET on FloRugby.com with tickets available here.
Also, scroll down to see yesterday’s Q&A with Ross Young, Jim Brown and Phaidra Knight re USA Rugby’s RWC bids.
Roster Highlights
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Up to three (3) players could make their national team debut including starter Ryan James and reserves Chad Gough and Faka’osi Pifeleti
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Pifeleti is the younger brother to Eagle Kapeli Pifeleti
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All players represent Major League Rugby clubs
Head Coach Gary Gold said
“Facing the No. 2 team in the world is an incredible challenge for anyone and, as we’ve said many times, these are the high-pressure situations we want to put ourselves in.
“Matches like these can be a true test of character as they force split-second decisions in intense and hectic environments. This is an exciting opportunity for us to expose our younger players to the best in the world while allowing our experienced guys to be leaders and help guide the cohesion of the group.
“We are under no illusions for what lies ahead on Saturday. Our preparation has gone well, the spirit in the group is high and we look forward to having a vibrant and vocal home crowd behind us in the nation’s capital.”
USA Men’s Eagles Match-Day 23
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NAME |
POSITION |
CLUB |
CAPS TO DATE |
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1. Matt Harmon |
Prop |
NOLA Gold |
4 |
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2. Dylan Fawsitt |
Hooker |
Rugby United New York |
19 |
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3. Paul Mullen |
Prop |
Utah Warriors |
24 |
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4. Nate Brakeley |
Lock |
Rugby United New York |
29 |
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5. Nick Civetta |
Lock |
Rugby United New York |
32 |
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6. Andrew Guerra |
Flanker |
NOLA Gold |
5 |
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7. Hanco Germishuys |
Flanker |
Rugby United New York |
26 |
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8. Cam Dolan |
No. 8 |
NOLA Gold |
57 |
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9. Nate Augspurger |
Scrumhalf |
San Diego Legion |
30 |
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10. Luke Carty |
Flyhalf |
LA Giltinis |
5 |
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11. Ryan Matyas |
Wing |
San Diego Legion |
13 |
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12. Bryce Campbell (C) |
Center |
Austin Gilgronis |
38 |
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13. Tavite Lopeti |
Center |
Seattle Seawolves |
4 |
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14. Ryan James |
Wing |
LA Giltinis |
Debut |
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15. Will Hooley |
Fullback |
San Diego Legion |
17 |
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16. Chad Gough |
Reserve Hooker |
Utah Warriors |
Debut |
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17. Faka’osi Pifeleti |
Reserve Prop |
San Diego Legion |
Debut |
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18. Dino Waldren |
Reserve Prop |
NOLA Gold |
21 |
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19. Siaosi Mahoni |
Reserve Lock |
San Diego Legion |
4 |
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20. Moni Tonga’uiha |
Reserve Flanker |
NOLA Gold |
1 |
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21. Benjamin Bonasso |
Reserve Flanker |
Rugby United New York |
1 |
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22. Michael Baska |
Reserve Scrumhalf |
Utah Warriors |
2 |
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23. Mike Dabulas |
Reserve Flyhalf |
Old Glory DC |
1 |
Men’s XVs National Team Traveling Staff
Head Coach | Gary Gold
Asst Coach, Defense | Rob Hoadley
Asst Coach, Backs | Steve Brett
Asst Coach, Forwards | Shawn Pittman
Coach, Strength & Conditioning | Huw Bevan
Performance Analyst | Jimmy Harrison
Team Doctor | Mark Sakr
Head Physiotherapist | Kristen Douhan
Athletic Trainer | Ron Klingensmith
Sports Massage Therapist | Daliah Hurwitz
Team Manager | Oscar Alvarez
Yesterday’s Q&A with Ross Young, Jim Brown and Phaidra Knight re USA Rugby’s RWC bids
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