USA Rugby Sevens Collegiate National Championships
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The USA Rugby Sevens Collegiate National Championships is an annual competition among the top men's college rugby teams in the country to decide a national champion in rugby sevens. USA Rugby organized the championship to capitalize on the surge in popularity of rugby sevens following the 2009 announcement of the addition of rugby to the Summer Olympics. USA Rugby recognized that rugby sevens is growing in popularity, participation and interest. At the time of the foundation of the tournament, rugby was one of the fastest growing sports across college campuses.[1] This tournament is a major contributor to the selection process for USA Rugby Olympic athletes.[2]
Quick Facts Sport, Founded ...
Sport | Rugby sevens |
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Founded | 2011 |
First season | 2011 |
No. of teams | 36 |
Country | United States |
Most recent champion(s) | Life University (3 titles) |
Most titles | Lindenwood (4 titles) |
Official website | www r7cc |
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