Three-time defending Major League Rugby champions the New England Free Jacks are only some months away from launching their quest for an unprecedented fourth-straight crown.
New England have revealed their full common season schedule forward of the 2026 MLR marketing campaign, which incorporates 5 residence matches at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Quincy.
The Free Jacks kick off one other title defence on Saturday, April 4, away to California Legion. San Diego Legion and Rugby Soccer Membership Los Angeles introduced a merger 4 months in the past, forming a brand new skilled facet that can host matches in San Diego, Los Angeles and Orange County.
In spherical three, New England will play their second match of the marketing campaign, and their first at their fortress in Fort Quincy. Old Glory DC will journey to New England, renewing a rivalry between two Japanese Convention playoff sides from the 2025 season.
New England journey to Chicago for a conflict with the Hounds on Sunday, April 19, earlier than a run of three consecutive residence matches. They’ll host Anthem Rugby Carolina on April 26, Seattle Seawolves on Might 3, and the Lions in spherical seven on Might 9.
By then the league standings would have begun to take form, making the ultimate 4 groups essential for all groups as they appear to both stand up the ladder or solidify their place. The Free Jacks will tackle Outdated Glory, Anthem RC and Seattle in three right away matchups.
The Free Jacks shut out their round-robin towards the Hounds in Quincy. New England will launch ticketing info and group occasion particulars shortly. Particular person match tickets can be out there for buy on December 15 at 10 am.
New England have bolstered their squad forward of their quest for a fourth title, with USA Eagles exterior again Mitch Wilson returning to the membership. Wilson lately began on the wing for the USA towards Scotland at Murrayfield, with the hosts successful a one-sided fixture.
After spending final season with Anthem RC, the established USA worldwide headlines an inventory of latest recruits and re-signings for 2026.
“I’m thrilled to be again in a group that I’ve constructed many connections with throughout my skilled profession and to play for a membership that has excessive requirements each on and off the pitch,” Wilson mentioned in an announcement final month.
