Men’s XVs National Championships Schedule Announced

The Collegiate Rugby Association of America (CRAA) has unveiled the full schedule for the Men’s CRAA National Championships, promising thrilling collegiate rugby action from May 1-3, 2026, at Kuntz Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Fans can follow all the high-stakes matchups live in person or streaming on Youtube.com/@CRAARugby. The tournament kicked off with intense semifinal clashes on May 1st, where Iowa State University bested Arizona State University 43-12, and Western Washington University defeated Millennia Atlantic University 36-19 in the D1AA category. In the D1A Challenger semifinals, Davenport University edged out St. Thomas University 30-23, and the University of Utah overcame Santa Clara University 42-28, setting the stage for exciting championship finals. Saturday, May 2nd, will crown champions in the U-23 Midwest Bowl, the D2 National Championship (University of North Florida vs. California Lutheran University), and the prestigious D1A National Championship between the United States Naval Academy and the University of California. Sunday, May 3rd, concludes with the D1AA Challenger Cup (Arizona State vs. Millennia Atlantic), the D1AA National Championship (Iowa State vs. Western Washington), and the D1A Challenger Cup (Davenport vs. University of Utah) finals. This event is a critical showcase for the competitive depth and continued growth of US collegiate rugby, featuring the nation's best programs and offering fans a glimpse into the future talent shaping the sport.