Gifted playmaker Jason Robertson has put pen to paper on a brand new take care of Old Glory DC for the upcoming 2026 Major League Rugby season, with the membership confirming one other three re-signings this month.
Robertson was a part of Previous Glory’s inaugural squad in 2020 earlier than returning house to New Zealand for a marketing campaign within the Nationwide Provincial Championship. The No. 10 performed eight matches that season, together with 5 begins, earlier than returning to the USA.
The fly-half has been a mainstay of Previous Glory’s beginning facet, changing into an necessary member of the roster over a number of seasons. With Previous Glory confirming Robertson has re-signed, the New Zealander is predicted to play an enormous half of their championship push subsequent season.
Robertson has expertise overseas in New Zealand and France, having performed for Pro D2 facet Narbonne and Bayonne within the Prime 14. The 31-year-old began in all seven appearances for Previous Glory final season, scoring a strive in a spherical one 31-29 win over Miami Sharks.
After six consecutive begins at fly-half, Robertson shifted to fullback for a conflict with Seattle Seawolves on April 6. In 2024, Robertson made 17 appearances for Previous Glory earlier than a short stint with Southland in New Zealand’s provincial competitors.
Jason Emery is one other key re-signing for the membership, as one other New Zealander with invaluable expertise abroad and in MLR. Emery spent a while with the Highlanders in Tremendous Rugby earlier than becoming a member of the Japan-based Sunwolves.
The midfielder has represented the Manawatu Turbos in New Zealand’s NPC and later linked up with Rugby United New York in MLR. After greater than 30 appearances for New York, Emery moved to Washington DC, and has now re-committed for a second season with the membership.
Previous Glory have confirmed that Collin Rosse and Canadian worldwide Calixto Martinez are returning for 2026. Martinez was chosen third general within the 2022 MLR Draft – the best choose for a Canadian – and is now set for his fourth season with Previous Glory.
These re-signing bulletins are a optimistic for Previous Glory as they construct in the direction of the 2026 season. Golf equipment are unveiling a few of their very own essential re-signings and new transfers, with the Seawolves sharing a very spectacular replace.
Former World Rugby Breakthrough Participant of the Yr nominee Mark Bennett brings URC and Olympic expertise to Seattle, having signed on after time with Edinburgh Rugby. Bennett has additionally performed for Glasgow Warriors and ASM Clermont Auvergne in France.
“Mark is an distinctive expertise and an excellent particular person who will add worth to your complete crew. His drive for excellence is infectious, and his management abilities will undoubtedly encourage the entire squad,” coach Allen Clarke stated in an announcement.
“I’ve had the pleasure of attending to know him over the previous few months, and it’s clear that he’s genuinely captivated with becoming a member of a membership that shares his ambition to win and develop the sport within the US. I’m excited to work with him and look ahead to the optimistic impression he’ll have on our crew.”
