Major League Rugby

[kpj tiger]

I was watching Major League Rugby last night on facebook (Free streams on facebook for all the games) and It got me wondering if people think it would be a good idea for Tigers to buddy up with one of the current or soon to be created teams, America is surely the next big Rugby market so from a growth perspective I think it could be a good idea.

The standard is currently Nat 1/low Championship equivalent so it could also be a good place to send the youngsters to gain some experience as well as scout american talent. Also San Diego had 2 players who are apparently on loan from Saracens so it seems they may already be one step ahead of his in that respect.

[Spicer]

As long as there is no issue with visas I don't see why not.

Fringe players, those returning from injury and youngsters could all benefit whilst also helping to expand the game.

[JP14]

I think it would be a good idea, most young players would love the chance to play in America.

[Not a jock]

Rugby union is ideally suited to facilitate TV ad breaks. They take 2 mins 45 secs between innings in baseball so the time to set and complete scrums could be used likewise.

[ellis9]

A link up could be an option but doesn't the season run opposite to ours? It would mean if we sent youngsters out there, they'd only be able to play for a couple of months.

[Dangerous4]

Yep. When our youngster's return they will be driving pink Cadillacs, wearing dark glasses, chewing gum, speaking with an American accent, and calling everyone sugar baby!