James Deeley
@jamdelay.bsky.social
Rugby & Hockey fan. British living in Toronto. Major League Rugby content creator - #NARDB
https://narugbydb.com
https://narugbydb.com
I've loved jumping on podcasts over the last year or two, and with still 3 months to go until #MLR2026 kicks off, maybe I can get some more in the calendar before then!
Excited to see what I can do with @narugbydb.com in the New Year!
#MLRStats #NARDB
Excited to see what I can do with @narugbydb.com in the New Year!
#MLRStats #NARDB
Season 5 of US Rugby Happy Hour was a blast, we take a look at 10 of our favorite episodes. We're looking forward to Season 6, and to all of the other amazing rugby podcasts in America and what they have in store for rugby fans next year too!
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Year in Review: Top 10 Moments from US Rugby Happy Hour in 2025
2025 was a transformative year for rugby in the United States. From Major League Rugby’s strategic growth to the USA Eagles' journey toward the 2031 World Cup, Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick…
eaglesoverseas.com
December 30, 2025 at 11:28 PM
I've loved jumping on podcasts over the last year or two, and with still 3 months to go until #MLR2026 kicks off, maybe I can get some more in the calendar before then!
Excited to see what I can do with @narugbydb.com in the New Year!
#MLRStats #NARDB
Excited to see what I can do with @narugbydb.com in the New Year!
#MLRStats #NARDB
ICYMI: The @narugbydb.com Player Move summary for last week is up, and the accompanying article can be found below, with more info on each move!
#MLRStats #MLR2026 #NARDB
#MLRStats #MLR2026 #NARDB
December 30, 2025 at 5:41 PM
ICYMI: The @narugbydb.com Player Move summary for last week is up, and the accompanying article can be found below, with more info on each move!
#MLRStats #MLR2026 #NARDB
#MLRStats #MLR2026 #NARDB
A full 2-page Player Moves summary graphic for the last full week of 2025!
As always, info on every single one of these moves can be found in the accompanying @narugbydb.com article below, which I write every week!
#MLRStats #MLR2026
As always, info on every single one of these moves can be found in the accompanying @narugbydb.com article below, which I write every week!
#MLRStats #MLR2026
December 29, 2025 at 5:38 PM
A full 2-page Player Moves summary graphic for the last full week of 2025!
As always, info on every single one of these moves can be found in the accompanying @narugbydb.com article below, which I write every week!
#MLRStats #MLR2026
As always, info on every single one of these moves can be found in the accompanying @narugbydb.com article below, which I write every week!
#MLRStats #MLR2026
A very good pickup here by the #FreeJacks. It feels like Bailey Wilson is pretty underrated given his defensive skills.
750+ tackles puts him comfortably in the Top 25 #MLR tacklers EVER!
#MLRStats #MLR2026 #LetsRide
750+ tackles puts him comfortably in the Top 25 #MLR tacklers EVER!
#MLRStats #MLR2026 #LetsRide
The #FreeJacks sign USA Eagle #570 Bailey Wilson for #MLR2026!
Wilson joins his brother Mitch in NE having earned 80 appearances (67 starts) for the Utah Warriors since 2020. He has 7 tries on 2,183m gained and recorded his 5th successive 100+ tackle season in 2025!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
Wilson joins his brother Mitch in NE having earned 80 appearances (67 starts) for the Utah Warriors since 2020. He has 7 tries on 2,183m gained and recorded his 5th successive 100+ tackle season in 2025!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
December 23, 2025 at 7:35 PM
A very good pickup here by the #FreeJacks. It feels like Bailey Wilson is pretty underrated given his defensive skills.
750+ tackles puts him comfortably in the Top 25 #MLR tacklers EVER!
#MLRStats #MLR2026 #LetsRide
750+ tackles puts him comfortably in the Top 25 #MLR tacklers EVER!
#MLRStats #MLR2026 #LetsRide
Reposted by James Deeley
. @anthemrugby.bsky.social announce a pair of new additions to their #MLR2026 squad!
Jeron Pantor: 5th Overall pick in 2024, Life U alum capped for Trinidad & Tobago!
Baden Godfrey: Shute Shield back row (Norths) with #Wallabies U20 & Sevens experience!
#MLRStats #AnthemCountry
Jeron Pantor: 5th Overall pick in 2024, Life U alum capped for Trinidad & Tobago!
Baden Godfrey: Shute Shield back row (Norths) with #Wallabies U20 & Sevens experience!
#MLRStats #AnthemCountry
December 23, 2025 at 7:31 PM
. @anthemrugby.bsky.social announce a pair of new additions to their #MLR2026 squad!
Jeron Pantor: 5th Overall pick in 2024, Life U alum capped for Trinidad & Tobago!
Baden Godfrey: Shute Shield back row (Norths) with #Wallabies U20 & Sevens experience!
#MLRStats #AnthemCountry
Jeron Pantor: 5th Overall pick in 2024, Life U alum capped for Trinidad & Tobago!
Baden Godfrey: Shute Shield back row (Norths) with #Wallabies U20 & Sevens experience!
#MLRStats #AnthemCountry
I can't help but wonder if there was a big trade or two between @anthemrugby.bsky.social & the #ChicagoHounds.
Something like: '2 loanees + James Scott to ARC in exchange for Jake Turnbull + ???'
If only the #MLR Trade Wire was still public...
#MLRStats #MLR2026
Something like: '2 loanees + James Scott to ARC in exchange for Jake Turnbull + ???'
If only the #MLR Trade Wire was still public...
#MLRStats #MLR2026
Player Moves around #MLR: Dec 15-21, 2025!
Some busy last minute holiday shopping, including 4 re-signings across the league and the #FreeJacks sign 3 Draftees to pro contracts!
There was a lot of business between @anthemrugby.bsky.social & the #ChicagoHounds, too!
#MLRStats #MLR2026
Some busy last minute holiday shopping, including 4 re-signings across the league and the #FreeJacks sign 3 Draftees to pro contracts!
There was a lot of business between @anthemrugby.bsky.social & the #ChicagoHounds, too!
#MLRStats #MLR2026
December 22, 2025 at 5:21 PM
I can't help but wonder if there was a big trade or two between @anthemrugby.bsky.social & the #ChicagoHounds.
Something like: '2 loanees + James Scott to ARC in exchange for Jake Turnbull + ???'
If only the #MLR Trade Wire was still public...
#MLRStats #MLR2026
Something like: '2 loanees + James Scott to ARC in exchange for Jake Turnbull + ???'
If only the #MLR Trade Wire was still public...
#MLRStats #MLR2026
Reposted by James Deeley
We are 100 days out from the start of #MLR2026!
Take a look at the full fixtures list below!
#MLRStats #MLR
Take a look at the full fixtures list below!
#MLRStats #MLR
2026 MLR Fixtures/Results - North American Rugby Database
This page displays all fixtures/results from the 2026 MLR season, the 9th season in League History. This list includes both regular season and playoff games.
narugbydb.com
December 18, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Thomson developed in England with Hartpury College, and was a standout for buth Notre Dame College and Walsh University (after NDC closed their doors).
He was drafted by the #FreeJacks with the very final pick of the 2025 #MLRDraft.
#MLRStats #MLR2026 #LetsRide
He was drafted by the #FreeJacks with the very final pick of the 2025 #MLRDraft.
#MLRStats #MLR2026 #LetsRide
The #FreeJacks announce the signing of their 2025 3rd Rd #MLRDraft pick Remy Thomson for #MLR2026!
Raised in England before moving to the US for college, Thomson captained Notre Dame College to a National title in 2023, and captained the Walsh U side!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
Raised in England before moving to the US for college, Thomson captained Notre Dame College to a National title in 2023, and captained the Walsh U side!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
December 16, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Thomson developed in England with Hartpury College, and was a standout for buth Notre Dame College and Walsh University (after NDC closed their doors).
He was drafted by the #FreeJacks with the very final pick of the 2025 #MLRDraft.
#MLRStats #MLR2026 #LetsRide
He was drafted by the #FreeJacks with the very final pick of the 2025 #MLRDraft.
#MLRStats #MLR2026 #LetsRide
Although he was drafted by the Utah Warriors, Filimone Manu is actually a Free Jacks academy product.
The #FreeJacks must be pleased that he'll be wearing red, white and blue in #MLR2026!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
The #FreeJacks must be pleased that he'll be wearing red, white and blue in #MLR2026!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
The #FreeJacks announce the signing of pathway product FIlimone Manu for #MLR2026!
The New Zealand born US-eligible fullback was a stand out with AIC and toured Scotland with the NE Independents before being drafted 15th overall by Utah in 2025!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
The New Zealand born US-eligible fullback was a stand out with AIC and toured Scotland with the NE Independents before being drafted 15th overall by Utah in 2025!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
December 16, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Although he was drafted by the Utah Warriors, Filimone Manu is actually a Free Jacks academy product.
The #FreeJacks must be pleased that he'll be wearing red, white and blue in #MLR2026!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
The #FreeJacks must be pleased that he'll be wearing red, white and blue in #MLR2026!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
Mapa already has Premier Grade experience in Australia, but might have a hard time breaking into that #FreeJacks back row.
Interesting that he's also listed as a hooker, though!
#MLRStats #MLR2026 #LetsRide
Interesting that he's also listed as a hooker, though!
#MLRStats #MLR2026 #LetsRide
The #FreeJacks announce the signing of the 2025 10th overall #MLRDraft pick Tevita Mapa for #MLR2026!
Born in California, Mapa developed his game in Australia, playing with Brothers RC before enrolling at Life U, helping them to an ARP title in 2023!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
Born in California, Mapa developed his game in Australia, playing with Brothers RC before enrolling at Life U, helping them to an ARP title in 2023!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
December 16, 2025 at 12:42 AM
Mapa already has Premier Grade experience in Australia, but might have a hard time breaking into that #FreeJacks back row.
Interesting that he's also listed as a hooker, though!
#MLRStats #MLR2026 #LetsRide
Interesting that he's also listed as a hooker, though!
#MLRStats #MLR2026 #LetsRide
The #MLR Player Moves summary from last week! A busy week in the player market results in a very full 2-page summary!
The @narugbydb.com Article with more information and context on all of these moves can be found below:
#MLRStats #MLR2026
The @narugbydb.com Article with more information and context on all of these moves can be found below:
#MLRStats #MLR2026
December 15, 2025 at 5:43 PM
The #MLR Player Moves summary from last week! A busy week in the player market results in a very full 2-page summary!
The @narugbydb.com Article with more information and context on all of these moves can be found below:
#MLRStats #MLR2026
The @narugbydb.com Article with more information and context on all of these moves can be found below:
#MLRStats #MLR2026
A new addition to #MLR, a pair of players on new #MLR2026 teams, and a pair of former MLR players make up the 5 most popular #NARDB Player Profiles last week!
#MLRStats
#MLRStats
The most popular Player Profiles on #NARDB over the last week!
The #FreeJacks' new signings bookended the Top 5 with @anthemrugby.bsky.social's Oli Kane at 2, #MLRDraft pick James Rivers headed to Hong Kong, and former NOLA hooker Eric Howard rounded out the list!
#MLR2026 #MLRStats #MLR
The #FreeJacks' new signings bookended the Top 5 with @anthemrugby.bsky.social's Oli Kane at 2, #MLRDraft pick James Rivers headed to Hong Kong, and former NOLA hooker Eric Howard rounded out the list!
#MLR2026 #MLRStats #MLR
December 12, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Reposted by James Deeley
The #FreeJacks announce the signing of crossover athlete Line Latu for #MLR2026!
Latu has scored 3 tries in 18 #MLR games (11 starts) between Houston and @anthemrugby.bsky.social, and set a new career high with 399m gained in 7 games for Anthem in 2025!
#MLRStats #MLR #LetsRide
Latu has scored 3 tries in 18 #MLR games (11 starts) between Houston and @anthemrugby.bsky.social, and set a new career high with 399m gained in 7 games for Anthem in 2025!
#MLRStats #MLR #LetsRide
December 8, 2025 at 9:54 PM
The #FreeJacks announce the signing of crossover athlete Line Latu for #MLR2026!
Latu has scored 3 tries in 18 #MLR games (11 starts) between Houston and @anthemrugby.bsky.social, and set a new career high with 399m gained in 7 games for Anthem in 2025!
#MLRStats #MLR #LetsRide
Latu has scored 3 tries in 18 #MLR games (11 starts) between Houston and @anthemrugby.bsky.social, and set a new career high with 399m gained in 7 games for Anthem in 2025!
#MLRStats #MLR #LetsRide
Really good news for USA fans to see newly capped prop Maliu Niuafe is back in #MLR!
The New Zealand raised prop is only 22, and enjoyed a solid season with #RFCLA in 2025. A bit surprised the #CaliforniaLegion didn't hold on to him, but that might be his choice.
#MLRStats #MLR2026
The New Zealand raised prop is only 22, and enjoyed a solid season with #RFCLA in 2025. A bit surprised the #CaliforniaLegion didn't hold on to him, but that might be his choice.
#MLRStats #MLR2026
The #FreeJacks announce the addition of newly capped USA Eagle #596 Maliu Niuafe for #MLR2026!
The 22yo prop started 12 of his 16 games with #RFCLA in 2025, gaining 99m and completing 104 tackles! He earned his test debut against Samoa in September!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
The 22yo prop started 12 of his 16 games with #RFCLA in 2025, gaining 99m and completing 104 tackles! He earned his test debut against Samoa in September!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
December 8, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Really good news for USA fans to see newly capped prop Maliu Niuafe is back in #MLR!
The New Zealand raised prop is only 22, and enjoyed a solid season with #RFCLA in 2025. A bit surprised the #CaliforniaLegion didn't hold on to him, but that might be his choice.
#MLRStats #MLR2026
The New Zealand raised prop is only 22, and enjoyed a solid season with #RFCLA in 2025. A bit surprised the #CaliforniaLegion didn't hold on to him, but that might be his choice.
#MLRStats #MLR2026
Reposted by James Deeley
The #FreeJacks announce the signing of English raised US eligible lock Braemar Murray for #MLR2026!
The former England U18 and USA U20 forward has completed an even 100 tackles in 15 #MLR games (5 starts) between
@anthemrugby.bsky.social (2024) and Miami (2025)!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
The former England U18 and USA U20 forward has completed an even 100 tackles in 15 #MLR games (5 starts) between
@anthemrugby.bsky.social (2024) and Miami (2025)!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
December 8, 2025 at 10:18 PM
The #FreeJacks announce the signing of English raised US eligible lock Braemar Murray for #MLR2026!
The former England U18 and USA U20 forward has completed an even 100 tackles in 15 #MLR games (5 starts) between
@anthemrugby.bsky.social (2024) and Miami (2025)!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
The former England U18 and USA U20 forward has completed an even 100 tackles in 15 #MLR games (5 starts) between
@anthemrugby.bsky.social (2024) and Miami (2025)!
#MLRStats #LetsRide
Reposted by James Deeley
Missed from a few days ago - #MLR veteran and capped USA Eagle Vili Helu has signed with Kurita Water Gush in D3 of the Japanese League One
Helu has 55 starts in 76 MLR games between ATL (2020-23) and San Diego (2024-25), scoring 8 tries and completing 583 tackles!
#MLRStats #MLR2026
Helu has 55 starts in 76 MLR games between ATL (2020-23) and San Diego (2024-25), scoring 8 tries and completing 583 tackles!
#MLRStats #MLR2026
December 8, 2025 at 10:46 PM
With all of this movement as well as the #MLR2026 schedule coming out AND a change in #MLR leadership, last week was the busiest week for quite some time!
#MLRStats
#MLRStats
Player Moves around #MLR: Dec 1-7!
6 intra-league moves including 2025 Championship MVP heading to the #ChicagoHounds, 4 re-signings, 3 new faces join the #FreeJacks, and two players head overseas!
#MLRStats #MLR2026
6 intra-league moves including 2025 Championship MVP heading to the #ChicagoHounds, 4 re-signings, 3 new faces join the #FreeJacks, and two players head overseas!
#MLRStats #MLR2026
December 8, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Rivers has played in Hong Kong before, and has even represented their U20 side.
With Hong Kong qualified for #RWC2027, it's possible he's moving back to try and earn a spot on the plane to Australia!
#MLRStats #HKRugby
With Hong Kong qualified for #RWC2027, it's possible he's moving back to try and earn a spot on the plane to Australia!
#MLRStats #HKRugby
2023 #MLR Draftee James Rivers has signed with Hong Kong Scottish for the 2025/26 season!
Born in England but Hong Kong eligible, Rivers was drafted 12th overall by San Diego out of @uarizona.bsky.social, and earned 16 appearances between @anthemrugby.bsky.social & San Diego!
#MLRStats #MLR2026
Born in England but Hong Kong eligible, Rivers was drafted 12th overall by San Diego out of @uarizona.bsky.social, and earned 16 appearances between @anthemrugby.bsky.social & San Diego!
#MLRStats #MLR2026
December 7, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Although the league has seem a massive contraction this off-season, that doesn't mean that all rivalries have gone!
This graphic highlights some of the existing ones, but with so much change, I hope we're going to get a few new ones in #MLR2026!
This graphic highlights some of the existing ones, but with so much change, I hope we're going to get a few new ones in #MLR2026!
December 6, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Although the league has seem a massive contraction this off-season, that doesn't mean that all rivalries have gone!
This graphic highlights some of the existing ones, but with so much change, I hope we're going to get a few new ones in #MLR2026!
This graphic highlights some of the existing ones, but with so much change, I hope we're going to get a few new ones in #MLR2026!
As mentioned, more info (context, team lists, etc.) will be added as each match draws closer, but dates, times, venues, and matchups are all ready to go over on #NARDB. Check it out below!
#MLRStats #MLR2026
#MLRStats #MLR2026
All 29 games of the #MLR2026 Regular Season have been added to #NARDB under the 'Fixtures & Results' drop down.
More info will be added to each as they approach. Check them all out below:
#MLRStats #MLR
More info will be added to each as they approach. Check them all out below:
#MLRStats #MLR
2026 MLR Fixtures/Results - North American Rugby Database
This page displays all fixtures/results from the 2026 MLR season, the 9th season in League History. This list includes both regular season and playoff games.
narugbydb.com
December 4, 2025 at 10:20 PM
. @anthemrugby.bsky.social are putting together a pretty strong back row for #MLR2026!
Makeen Alikhan, Johan Momsen, Alejandro Martinez Tapia, and now Moni Tonga'uiha signed. Didn't even include Sam Golla who will likely play lock but is capable of playing at the back too!
#MLRStats
Makeen Alikhan, Johan Momsen, Alejandro Martinez Tapia, and now Moni Tonga'uiha signed. Didn't even include Sam Golla who will likely play lock but is capable of playing at the back too!
#MLRStats
. @anthemrugby.bsky.social announce the signing of #MLR
vet and capped USA Eagle Moni Tonga'uiha for #MLR2026!
Tonga'uiha is 1 of only 4 players to pass 100 caps in MLR, scoring 16 tries in 102 games including 5 in 2025 where he also passed 900 career tackles!
#MLRStats #AnthenRC
vet and capped USA Eagle Moni Tonga'uiha for #MLR2026!
Tonga'uiha is 1 of only 4 players to pass 100 caps in MLR, scoring 16 tries in 102 games including 5 in 2025 where he also passed 900 career tackles!
#MLRStats #AnthenRC
December 3, 2025 at 7:36 PM
. @anthemrugby.bsky.social are putting together a pretty strong back row for #MLR2026!
Makeen Alikhan, Johan Momsen, Alejandro Martinez Tapia, and now Moni Tonga'uiha signed. Didn't even include Sam Golla who will likely play lock but is capable of playing at the back too!
#MLRStats
Makeen Alikhan, Johan Momsen, Alejandro Martinez Tapia, and now Moni Tonga'uiha signed. Didn't even include Sam Golla who will likely play lock but is capable of playing at the back too!
#MLRStats
I'm really excited for Sunday Night Rugby, and looking forward to what Will Hooley and co. can bring to these marquee matchups!
I really hope there is going to be a way for me to watch from outside the US, though.
#MLR2026
I really hope there is going to be a way for me to watch from outside the US, though.
#MLR2026
Following the announcement of 'SNR' on #EPSN during #MLR2026, we now have the 9 match-ups that will be featured. 7 on ESPN+, 2 on ESPN2!
Games per team:
#CaliforniaLegion: 5
@oldglorydc.bsky.social: 4
#ChicagoHounds: 3
@seawolves.rugby: 3
#FreeJacks: 2
@anthemrugby.bsky.social: 1
#MLRStats
Games per team:
#CaliforniaLegion: 5
@oldglorydc.bsky.social: 4
#ChicagoHounds: 3
@seawolves.rugby: 3
#FreeJacks: 2
@anthemrugby.bsky.social: 1
#MLRStats
December 3, 2025 at 5:17 PM
I'm really excited for Sunday Night Rugby, and looking forward to what Will Hooley and co. can bring to these marquee matchups!
I really hope there is going to be a way for me to watch from outside the US, though.
#MLR2026
I really hope there is going to be a way for me to watch from outside the US, though.
#MLR2026
Fixtures will be added once they are known, which should be in the next few days. This will be the home page of pretty much everything #MLR2026, though!
#MLRStats #MLR
#MLRStats #MLR
The #NARDB Page for the #MLR2026 season has been updated to include the season structure announced by #MLR yesterday.
More information will be added as it becomes available. Check it out below:
narugbydb.com/2026-season-...
#MLRStats
More information will be added as it becomes available. Check it out below:
narugbydb.com/2026-season-...
#MLRStats
2026 Season Standings - North American Rugby Database
The 2026 Major League Rugby Season is the 9th season in MLR history. This page shows season standings, playoff structure, and End of Season Awards for 2026.
narugbydb.com
December 3, 2025 at 4:15 PM