50 San Diego Legion Best Players of All Time

The San Diego Legion is a professional rugby union team based in the vibrant city of San Diego, California. Since its founding in 2017, this Major League Rugby franchise has been steadily growing and developing into one of the top teams on the MLR circuit. With strong leadership from Head Coach Ray Egan and an impressive roster full of talented players from all over the world, it’s easy to see why The Legion have quickly become fan favorites. Whether you’re just starting out or are an avid follower of pro-rugby, there’s something for everyone when watching The San Diego Legion take to the pitch.

1. Joe Pietersen

Cheetahs

Career

• 2003–2004: Western Province
• 2004–2010: Western Province
• 2006–2010: Stormers
• 2010–2011: Bayonne
• 2012–2013: Western Province
• 2012–2013: Stormers
• 2013–2014: Biarritz
• 2015: Cheetahs
• 2015: Sharks (Currie Cup)
• 2016: Sharks
• 2016–2018: Kamaishi Seawaves
• 2018–2022: San Diego Legion
• 2004: Blitzbokke

Joe Pietersen was born on 18 May 1984 in South Africa. He attended Grey College, Bloemfontein before attending Stellenbosch University to play rugby union.

Joe has played for Western Province since 2004 and is currently a member of the San Diego Legion team. Joe has been a regular scorer for his province throughout his career and he was named player of the year in 2010 by the South African Rugby Union (SARU).

Joe represented South Africa at the international level from 2003-2009, but he announced his retirement from rugby in September 2014 after failing to secure an extended contract with the Springboks.

In November 2018 it was announced that Joe had signed a two-year deal to join English side Wasps starting from 2019 season as their new full-back coach/player development officer Joe Pietersen is a South African cricketer who has played for the Stormers, Bayonne and Western Province.

Joe Pietersen has been in sensational form for his current team San Diego Legion, scoring over 260 runs from 26 matches so far this season. Joe Pietersen's career was derailed by disciplinary problems with the English cricket board but he is now back to his best, playing for one of the top teams in North America. 

Joe Pietersen will be an important player as the Stormers compete in their semi-final match against the Lions on Saturday.

2. Ma'a Nonu

New Zealand national rugby union team

Career

• 2003–2015: Hurricanes
• 2011–2012: Ricoh Black Rams
• 2012–2019: Blues
• 2013: Highlanders
• 2015–2021: Toulon
• 2020–: San Diego Legion
• 2021: East Coast
• 2003–2015: New Zealand
• 2007:Junior All Blacks
• 2002–2004: New Zealand

Ma'a Nonu is a very accomplished rugby union player, who has played for the Hurricanes and San Diego Legion. He first emerged onto the scene in 2002 when he starred for Wellington in their successful campaign in the newly formed Tri-Nations competition.

His performances at the provincial level saw him called up to play for New Zealand's senior team, the Hurricanes, in 2003. 

Nonu quickly made an impact with his powerful running and accurate passing; he was a mainstay of both teams during his long career spanning fifteen years between 2002 and 2015.

Ma'a Nonu is also well known for his charity work; most notably through Random Acts of Kindness which raises money for medical research projects around the world. 

In September 2018, it was announced that Nonu would join the San Diego Legion as their new head coach beginning from 2019 season. Ma'a Nonu is one of the most decorated rugby players in history.

He has won 92 caps for New Zealand and was a part of the All Blacks team that reached the 2003 Rugby World Cup final. Ma'a Nonu is known for his explosive running and strong tackles, which have helped him become one of the best forwards in world rugby. 

In 2012, he joined the French club Toulon where he has since been an important part of their squad. In 2019, Ma'a signed with East Coast RFC in North America where he will continue to play professional rugby until at least 2021.

Outside of football, Ma'a is also a successful businessman having founded a sports clothing company called "Nonu Sports". As well as his sporting achievements, Ma’a Nonu is highly respected by many within New Zealand society for his work ethic and moral values.

Also Played For: hurricanes rugby, rugby world cup

3. Chris Robshaw

England national rugby union team

Career

• 2005–2020: Harlequins
• 2021–22: San Diego Legion
• 2009–2018: England

Chris Robshaw is a rugby union player who has played for England since 2007 and was captain of the team from 2012 to 2015. 

He made his international debut in 2005 against Wales and won 90 caps, including two Rugby World Cups (2011 and 2015).

Chris Robshaw retired from international rugby in May 2016 after winning 121 caps, making him the most-capped Englishman of all time. 

After retiring as an international player, Chris Robshaw became head coach of Richmond RFC in 2017 before leaving at the end of that season due to personal reasons.

He now works as an ambassador for various charities including Sport Relief, The Prince's Trust Young Leaders Programme, and UNAIDS. Chris Robshaw is a world-renowned Welsh rugby player who has represented his country on many occasions. 

He first came to prominence as a member of Harlequins, where he played for 10 seasons and won two Premiership titles.

He then moved to the USA to play for San Diego Legion in the American Rugby Pro League, before returning home to England with London Wasps in 2018. 

Chris Robshaw has been a regular captain of both England and Wales over the course of his career and was named World Rugby Player of the Year in 2017. 

He is considered one of the best players ever to pull on an English or Welsh shirt, and will surely be remembered as one of rugby's all-time greats once he hangs up his boots.

Also Played For: harlequin f.c

4. Nate Augspurger

Career

• 2018: San Diego Legion
• 2016: United States
• 2012–2016: United States

Augspurger is a scrum half who has played for the San Diego Legion in the American Rugby Union. He attended Minneapolis Southwest High School, and then went on to study at the University of Minnesota where he played rugby union for the Golden Gophers.

Augspurger made his debut with San Diego Legion during the 2018 season, playing 38 games and scoring 50 points. Outside of rugby union, Augspurger works as a software engineer at Dell Technologies Inc.

Nate Augspurger is a versatile American rugby player who has played fullback, wing and center.

Augspurger was selected to the United States national team in 2016 and has since appeared in 36 international matches for his country. 

He helped lead the Americans to a silver medal at the 2017 Rugby World Cup - their first-ever appearance in the tournament - before playing an important role as they reached the quarterfinals of this year's edition of World Rugby Sevens Championship.

In 2018, he was named captain of the USA Men’s Collegiate All-American Team which competed against top university sides from around Europe during their tour of France that May. 

Nate also plays club rugby for Saracens RFC where he made his debut back in 2014 and captained them to promotion into Premiership division 2 last season after finishing runners-up in division 1 twice previously.

5. Ryan Matyas

Career

• 2011–2012: Tondu RFC
• 2013–2016: Old Blue R.F.C.
• 2016: San Diego Breakers
• 2018: San Diego Legion
• 2018: USA Selects
• 2016–2022: United States
• 2013–2014: United States

Ryan Matyas was born in Tucson, Arizona and played rugby union for Old Blue RFC. He attended the University of Arizona where he played wing and fullback for the university's team.

In 2016, Ryan joined North Harbour who play in the Mitre 10 Cup competition in New Zealand. The following year, Ryan moved to East Coast Bays RFC where he has remained since then playing as a fullback or winger.

Ryan Matyas is a versatile player who has played in the back row, at number eight, and on the wing for San Diego Legion. He was born in New Zealand but moved to California when he was just two years old. 

RyanMatyas made his professional rugby debut with San Diego Legion in 2016 and helped them reach the playoffs that year before being signed by the United States Selects ahead of their World Rugby Sevens Series campaign in 2018.

RyanMatyas impressed during USA Selects' run to the semifinals of the World Rugby Sevens Series, scoring three tries including one against Fiji which earned him Player of The Match honors. 

After helping USA Selects win their first-ever IRB Americas Championship title earlier this year, RyanMatias will now join up with newly crowned world champions England for next season's tournament - looking to add another piece of silverware to his trophy cabinet.

6. Michael Smith

Michael Smith was born on 16 March 1998 in Canada. He started playing rugby union at the age of six and has since been a standout player for his club team.

Michael made his senior international debut for Canada in 2017 and has since become a regular member of the side. Michael is known for his destructive flank play, which has helped him rack up plenty of points over the course of his career so far.

Michael is currently contracted to Racing 92 until 2020, after which he will likely extend his contract with the club Michael Smith is a Canadian football player who currently plays for the San Diego Legion in the National Football League (NFL). He was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the third round of the 2018 NFL Draft.

Michael Smith has previously played for Canada's national team, including at the 2017 CONCACAF U-20 Championship and 2019 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. In total, he has made 44 appearances for Canada, scoring three goals.

7. Marcus Tupuola

Career

• 2019: San Diego Legion
• 2019: United States 7s

Marcus Tupuola was born in the United States on October 5th 1995. He is a wing playing for Leicester Tigers in the English Premiership Rugby Union league.

Marcus has played for USA U20, Saracens academy and Northampton Saints pro team before joining the Leicester Tigers squad ahead of the 2016-2017 season. 

Marcus made his senior debut against Bristol Bears on November 7th, 2016 scoring two tries in a 44-21 victory at Ashton Gate Stadium. The talented wing player has scored 10 tries and contributed 19 points to date this season making him one of Leicester's Tiger's top performers so far this term. 

In May 2017, he won the Young Player of the Year award at London Irish Awards after impressing with some impressive displays for the Tigers during their promotion campaign from RFU Championship to the Premiership rugby union league.

He participated in the Six Nations championship where the United States national side finished last place out of six teams competing. 

Marcus will be looking to help American Eagles qualify for World Cup 2019 as they take on Uruguay, Paraguay, and Brazil next month 9 Marcus Tupuola was born in Auckland, New Zealand on May 1, 1994.

He is a rugby union player who has played for the San Diego Legion in Major League Rugby and the New South Wales Waratahs in Super Rugby. 

In 2016 he won the IRB Junior World Championship with New South Wales and also represented Australia at the under-20 level during that year's world cup tournament. 

Tupuola made his professional debut for the Legion against Austin Elite Force on April 15, 2018, and scored two tries in their 54–24 victory. He signed with English side Harlequins ahead of MLR's inaugural season but left them to join. 

Cardiff Blues ahead of their first season in Pro14 competition; playing fifteen games for them before joining San Diego Legion as a free agent prior to MLR’s second season.

8. Tomas Aoake

Career

• 2017–2018: Tasman
• 2019: North Harbour
• 2022: San Diego Legion

Tomas was born in New Zealand and started playing rugby union at a young age. He represented his country at the U20 level before making his debut for the All Blacks in 2017 against Italy.

Tomas is known as an aggressive player who is always looking to put in a strong performance on the field. In addition, he has also been praised for his excellent ball-carrying abilities, which have seen him become one of the most important players for the All Blacks over recent years.

Currently, Tomas is contracted to play with the Blues until 2021 and is widely considered to be one of the best hookers in world rugby today. 

Tomas Aoake is a wing player who has spent the majority of his senior career with Tasman in New Zealand. In 2017, he helped them reach the Mitre 10 Cup final, where they were beaten by North Harbour 43-37.

He was also part of their side that won the Premiership title in 2018, and he finished the season with 5 tries from 16 games played. 

This year sees him join North Harbour in Australia for their inaugural Super Rugby season, and he is looking to help them achieve success as well as pick up some valuable experience along the way. 

Tomas Aoake represents New Zealand at the international level and made his debut against Wales earlier this year; during which time he scored a try on his debut while impressing many onlookers with his ball-carrying ability and composed playstyle offload specialist.

9. Matías Freyre

Career

• 2015-2019: Club Newman
• 2020–2021: Houston Sabercats
• 2022: San Diego Legion
• 2017: Argentina

Matías Freyre was born in the US and started playing rugby union at a young age. He has played for several amateur teams, including Bakersfield Bulls and the Sacramento Surge.

In 2016 he signed with the English side Saracens on a two-year contract. Freyre made his professional debut in March 2017 against Bristol Bears and has since featured in six matches for Saracens' Development Squad.

He is currently contracted to Saracens until 2019 but could be loaned out to other clubs during this period if required by Saracens management. Matías Freyre is an experienced fullback who can also play center or winger – making him an important member of any team he plays for.

Freyre is a versatile back who can play both inside and outside of the fifteen-man scrum. Freyre has represented Argentina on the national sevens team, competing in two tournaments thus far. 

Freyre made his professional debut with Club Newman in 2020, playing nine matches before joining the Houston Sabercats for their inaugural season in 2021. Freyre will join San Diego Legion for their first season as a professional club in 2022. 

Matías Freyre is an exciting talent who has already established himself as one of Argentina’s top backs at the international level and looks poised to continue developing into one of rugby’s leading stars over the next few years.

10. Tevita Tameilau

United States national rugby union team

Career

• "2018–2019: East Palo Alto Razorbacks
• 2016: San Francisco
• 2016: Newcastle
• 2016–2018: Narbonne
• 2018: Utah Warriors
• 2018–2019: Glasgow Warriors
• 2019: San Diego
• 2009: United States U20
• 2016: United States

Tevita is a powerful and fastback who has the ability to break through defenses at will. He was one of the breakout stars of Super Rugby in 2016, scoring 14 tries in 21 appearances for Western Force.

Tameilau is also a dangerous runner with ball in hand, capable of making big plays both on offense and defense. The powerful back has already made an impression at San Diego Legion, starring in their inaugural season as they reached the playoffs after finishing second from the bottom only 6 years ago.

With Joe Pietersen joining from English side Saracens ahead of the 2017 season, Tevita should have plenty of opportunities to score points for his new team this year. 

Finally, Tevita's experience playing alongside Ma'a Nonu – another seasoned international player – could be invaluable as San Diego look to cement their place among America's top rugby clubs Tevita Tameilau is a powerful and hard-working lock for the San Diego Legion.

Tevita was born in Fiji but moved to New Zealand as a child, where he played rugby for Otago University before signing with the SD Legion in 2018. 

He has represented both New Zealand at the international level and Fiji at the Oceania level and is eager to represent his adopted country at the senior level during the 2021 season of Major League Rugby. 

Tevita epitomizes what it means to be an immigrant athlete; through determination and hard work, he has achieved great things on the rugby field.

His infectious personality makes him a favorite among teammates and fans alike, who look forward to seeing more of his performances during the 2021 season of MLR.

11. Peter Malcolm

Career

• Peter was born in Frederick, Maryland in 1994 and played rugby for Wheeling Jesuit University.
• He made his professional rugby debut in 2016 for the Austin Huns of the USA National Rugby League.
• In 2017, he joined the Seattle Seawolves and helped lead them to the semi-finals of America's first-ever PRO Rugby tournament.
• Peter is known for his speed, agility, precision, leadership, and teamwork on the field.
• His career prospects are promising as he continues to develop his skills and gain experience at higher levels of play.

Peter Malcolm is a professional rugby player who currently plays for Seattle Seawolves in the United States PRO Rugby competition. 

Peter was born in Frederick, Maryland on April 3rd, 1994, and attended Stoneman Douglas High School before going to Wheeling Jesuit University where he played for the varsity rugby team.

In 2016, Peter made his debut for Austin Huns of the USA National Rugby League (NRL) league and scored 12 points from 5 games during that season's campaign. 

The following year, 2017 saw Peter make 10 appearances for Seattle Seawolves as they competed in America's first-ever PRO Rugby tournament - which proved successful as they reached the semi-finals of the competition before losing to San Francisco Golden Gate by two points after extra time.

Peter become an integral part of the Seattle Seawolves squad and so far this season he has featured in 8 matches scoring 4 tries while helping them reach their second consecutive playoffs with a final spot secured at the end of May. 

Peter Malcolm is a forward for the Austin Elite. He was born in Ohio and has represented the United States at U20 and U23 levels. Malcolm scored 9 goals in 8 games this season with the Legion, helping San Diego to second place in their division.

Malcolm is contracted with the Elite until 2020, after which he will move on to another team or retire from professional soccer altogether. 

Peter Malcolm is an excellent striker who can score goals both from close range and further out; his experience playing for various youth teams will have helped him develop into one of the best players in North America today.

12. Ben Mitchell

Ben Mitchell was born in Nottingham, UK on 6 April 1994. He attended Midleton College in Ireland before enrolling at University College Cork in Ireland to study rugby union.

Ben Mitchell made his professional rugby union debut for Youghal RFC during the 2016 season and has since represented Seattle Seawolves in Major League Rugby (MLR). Ben Mitchell is a lock who typically plays as part of the first-five side and is renowned for his strength and aggression on the field.

Ben Mitchell currently holds the record for most points scored by an Irish player in MLR with 97 points from 30 appearances so far during his career. 

In addition to playing professionally, Ben also works as a personal trainer off-field and enjoys spending time with family and friends outside of rugby matches or training sessions Ben Mitchell is a rugby player who has represented both Midleton College and University College Cork RFC.

In 2018, Ben Mitchell was part of the Austin Elite squad which won the USA Selects championship in Florida. Ben Mitchell also played for San Diego Legion in the inaugural season of Major League Rugby (MLR). 

At present, Ben Mitchell is contracted to play for Seattle Seawolves in MLR's second season. Having made his debut at just 18 years old, Ben Mitchell looks set to continue his impressive rugby career into his thirties.

13. Ben Grant

Ben Grant was born on 18 May 1998 in Townsville, Australia. He is a lock for the San Diego Legion and has played 2 seasons with them. Ben Grant has represented his country at the senior level and made 1 appearance so far, playing against the USA in 2016.

Ben Grant's biggest achievement to date is being named Australian international player of the year in 2017. 

Outside of rugby union, Ben Grants enjoys surfing and snowboarding when he can get away from training. Ben Grant is a scrumhalf who most recently played for the Perth Spirit in Super Rugby.

Ben started his career playing rugby union in New Zealand before moving to Australia and joining the Melbourne Rebels, where he made 86 appearances over three seasons. 

In 2017, Ben joined the Perth Spirit and has since made 15 appearances for them scoring 5 points. 

With his contract with the Perth Spirit set to expire at the end of 2020, Ben will be looking to continue playing top-level rugby in future seasons.

14. Will Hooley

Career

• 2012–2015: Northampton Saints
• 2013–2015: Birmingham Moseley
• 2015–2017: Exeter Chiefs 14
• 2017–2020: Bedford Blues
• 2020—2021: Saracens
• 2022: San Diego Legion
• 2013: England U20
• 2018: United States

Will Hooley was born in Cambridge, England on 28 November 1993. He attended The Leys School where he played for their rugby union team. Will represented England at the Under-16 and Under-18 levels before making his senior debut for Bath Rugby in 2015.

In total, Will has made 25 appearances for Bath Rugby scoring 43 points including 2 tries. On 30 May 2017, it was announced that Will had signed a contract with Premiership side Gloucester Rugby effective from 1 July 2017.

As of the end of the 2018/19 season, Will has made 26 appearances and scored 102 points for Gloucester.

Will Hooley started his rugby career at the age of 10 with Northampton Saints. In 2012, Will was part of the England U20s squad that competed in the Junior World Cup. 

After impressing during his time at Saints, he moved to Birmingham Moseley for two seasons and helped them reach National Division One in 2013 and 2014 respectively. 

In 2015, Will joined Exeter Chiefs where he played for three years before moving to Bedford Blues in 2017 where he has continued playing since then without any disruptions or injuries.

As a result of his consistent performances over many years, Will has been called up to represent both England A and the Saxons on several occasions which is a testament to how highly regarded he is within international rugby circles as well as domestically with Bedford Blues.

He will be joining Saracens ahead of their 2020-21 season after being named among their initial 25-player roster for next year's campaign.

Is not just an accomplished club rugby player but also holds a degree in Sports Science from Loughborough University so knows exactly what it takes mentally and physically to excel at this level both on and off the pitch.

15. Pat Lynott

Career

• "2018–2019: East Palo Alto Razorbacks
• 2016: San Francisco
• 2016: Newcastle
• 2016–2018: Narbonne
• 2018: Utah Warriors
• 2018–2019: Glasgow Warriors
• 2019: San Diego
• 2009: United States U20
• 2016: United States

Tevita is a powerful and fastback who has the ability to break through defenses at will. He was one of the breakout stars of Super Rugby in 2016, scoring 14 tries in 21 appearances for Western Force.

Tameilau is also a dangerous runner with ball in hand, capable of making big plays both on offense and defense. The powerful back has already made an impression at San Diego Legion, starring in their inaugural season as they reached the playoffs after finishing second from the bottom only 6 years ago.

With Joe Pietersen joining from English side Saracens ahead of the 2017 season, Tevita should have plenty of opportunities to score points for his new team this year. 

Finally, Tevita's experience playing alongside Ma'a Nonu – another seasoned international player – could be invaluable as San Diego look to cement their place among America's top rugby clubs Tevita Tameilau is a powerful and hard-working lock for the San Diego Legion.

Tevita was born in Fiji but moved to New Zealand as a child, where he played rugby for Otago University before signing with the SD Legion in 2018. 

He has represented both New Zealand at the international level and Fiji at the Oceania level and is eager to represent his adopted country at the senior level during the 2021 season of Major League Rugby. 

Tevita epitomizes what it means to be an immigrant athlete; through determination and hard work, he has achieved great things on the rugby field.

His infectious personality makes him a favorite among teammates and fans alike, who look forward to seeing more of his performances during the 2021 season of MLR.

16. Josh Thiel

Career

• 2015-2016: Abbotsford RFC
• 2018-2019: James Bay Athletic Association
• 2019: Pacific Pride
• 2020-: San Diego Legion
• 2018: BC Bears
• 2017: Canada U20
• 2018: Canada
• 2019: Canada

Josh Thiel was born on 2 June 1997 in Victoria, British Columbia. He attended Robert Bateman Secondary school and studied at Bishop Burton College. 

In 2018-2019, he played for Abbotsford RFC in the James Bay Athletic Association and also represented Pacific Pride during their campaign in the Americas Rugby Championship (ARCA).

Josh is currently a standoff for the BC Bears in the Canadian Rugby Union (CRU) Premier Division competition. 

His father Jon is a former professional rugby union player who represented Canada internationally, while his brother Jake has also played professionally with Newcastle Falcons and London Irish respectively Josh Thiel joined the San Diego Legion in 2020 as a senior player.

Josh played for BC Bears and Canada U20s in junior rugby, before making his debut with the national team in 2017. Josh was part of Canada's World Rugby Sevens Series campaign this year, playing both at the center and on the wing. He scored one try during their run to the semi-finals. 

Josh is an intelligent attacking player who can also contribute strongly off the bench, which will be crucial for San Diego Legion if they are to challenge for championships next season.

17. Jason Higgins

Jason Higgins is a rugby union player who has spent most of his career playing for Munster in the Pro14. Jason Higgins first came to prominence when he was part of the Ireland U20 team that won the 2015 Junior World Championship.

In 2017, Higgins joined Munster from Bordeaux-Begles and has since made over 100 appearances for them, scoring 26 try conversions along with 53 penalties. 

In 2018, Higgins helped Munster reach their first-ever Champions Cup Final where they lost to Racing 92 Jason Higgins is a professional rugby player who has represented Canada internationally.

Jason Higgins started playing rugby when he was just 12 years old and quickly became one of the best players in the country. In 2011, Jason Higgins joined the Toronto Arrows and helped them to win the Rugby Championship that year. 

In 2015, Jason Higgins moved to New York where he joined Rugby United New York (RUNAY) and helped them to win two National Championships in 2016 and 2017.

Jason Higgins will be representing Canada at this year's World Cup which begins on September 18th.

18. Rohan O'Regan

Career

• 2015: Sydney Stars
• 2016–2017: NSW Country Eagles
• 2018–2019: Ealing Trailfinders
• 2022: San Diego Legion

Rohan O'Regan is an Australian rugby union player who has played for the Brumbies in Super Rugby. He made his debut for the Brumbies against the Waratahs in 2014, and since then he's been a regular member of their squad.

Rohan O'Regan has also represented Australia at U18, U19, and senior levels. At 28 years old, Rohan O'Regan still has plenty of rugby left in him, and he's looking to cement himself as one of the top flankers in world rugby.

In addition to playing rugby union, Rohan O'Regan is also a fitness enthusiast who regularly posts photos of his training sessions on social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook. Rohan O'Regan is a rugby league footballer who has played for the Sydney Stars and NSW Country Eagles in the National Rugby League.

Rohan was born on 11 December 1992 in Brisbane, Queensland. He started playing rugby league at an early age and attended Ipswich State High School before moving to Sydney to play senior footy with the Sutherland Shire Falcons under-18s team in 2009. 

In 2013, he made his debut for New South Wales Country Eagles against Queensland Reds at Suncorp Stadium and went on to make 6 appearances that season including 2 Origins games as part of Australia's victorious squad at Thuringowa Wolves vs City Origin Series Final (24–14).

He signed with the Sydney Stars for their inaugural NRL campaign in 2015 but unfortunately suffered a serious knee injury which prematurely ended his season just 8 matches into it after scoring 5 tries from 15 appearances totaling 41 points (0 try assists). 

After rehabbing his injury over the summer of 2016, he rejoined NSW Country Eagles during pre-season where he scored 10 tries from 16 appearances totaling 46 points helping them reach the Finals series again only this time losing 44–8 to eventual premiers. 

Melbourne Storm resulting him being awarded Member of The Year by the NSWRL Board Members & Fans Association award night held at Star Casino Ballroom (Sydney) on Wednesday 9 September 2017.

19. Chris Baumann

United States national rugby union team

Career

• 2009: Gentlemen of Aspen RFC
• 2011: East Kilbride RFC
• 2012: Yokohama Club
• 2013–2014: Randwick
• 2014: NYAC
• 2015: Santa Monica Rugby Club
• 2015: Austin Blacks
• 2016: Denver Barbarians
• 2018–2020: Austin Blacks
• 2016: Denver Stampede
• 2016: Wellington
• 2017–2018: Leicester Tigers
• 2021: San Diego Legion
• 2014: USA Selects
• 2015–2018: United States

Chris Baumann was born in 1987 in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. He attended high school at Steamboat Springs High School and played rugby union for the school's team from 2003 to 2007.

After graduating from high school, he studied at the University of Wyoming but did not play any rugby during his time there. In 2013, Chris joined the San Diego Legion in a prop position and has since been a mainstay on their roster.

Chris is married with one child and lives in San Diego, California where he also works as a real estate agent part-time while playing for the Legion full-time. 

He has represented both USA Men's Eagles (2008) and Fiji (2013) internationally but has never won an international cap or medal despite being amongst America's most experienced players.

Chris is nicknamed "The Beast" by teammates due to his powerful running style on the pitch which sees him often involved in collisions with opposition players Chris Baumann is a rugby player who has played for many teams over the years. 

Chris Baumann was born in Australia and started playing rugby when he was just seven years old. Chris Baumann currently plays for Gentlemen of Aspen RFC, East Kilbride RFC, Yokohama Club, Randwick, NYAC and Santa Monica Rugby Club in the United States of America (USA).

Chris Baumann has represented his country on numerous occasions including representing Australia at U20 level and then again at the senior level in 2015 where they finished 7th place out of 15 countries competing at the World Cup Qualifier tournament. 

Outside of rugby, Chris Baumann works as an electrical engineer which he studied at university before starting work after graduating from school in 2007.

6 He married his long-time girlfriend Elle van der Walt in December 2017 and they have one child together - a son named Aiden who was born on November 30th, 2018.

7 In his spare time you can usually find him spending time with family or going fishing with friends.

20. Bjorn Basson

Bulls

Career

• 2008–2010: Griquas
• 2009–2010: Cheetahs
• 2011–2016: Bulls
• 2011–2016: Blue Bulls
• 2015–2016: Honda Heat
• 2016: Blue Bulls XV
• 2017: Stormers
• 2017: Western Province
• 2017–2018: Oyonnax
• 2018–2019: Southern Kings
• 2019: Griquas
• 2019–2020: Enisei-STM
• 2021–: San Diego Legion
• 2008–2009: Emerging Springboks
• 2009: Highveld XV
• 2010–2013: South Africa

Basson made his debut for the Griquas in 2008 and has since played 56 matches for the team, scoring 235 points. Basson primarily plays at wing or full-back and is known as a hard runner with strong ball skills.

He was selected in the 2013 Super Rugby Draft by San Diego Legion but has yet to make an appearance for them. Basson is from South Africa and currently resides in North America, playing club rugby for the San Diego Legion in Major League Rugby (MLR).

Basson is a talented fly-half and former Springboks captain. Basson started his rugby career with the Emerging Springboks in 2008 before moving on to play for Highveld XV in 2009. He was selected for the South Africa national team in 2010, and went on to play 11 internationals for them between 2010 and 2013.

In January 2014, Basson announced that he would be retiring from rugby at the end of the year after suffering a serious knee injury earlier that year while playing for Western Province.

However, after some rehabilitation work, Basson made a return to competitive action later that year and has since played club rugby with Oyonnax in France and Blue Bulls XV in Johannesburg as well as representing Southern Kings internationally.

In October 2018, it was announced that Basson had signed a one-year contract with Griquas ahead of their inaugural season in the Super Rugby competition next year.

21. Daniel Pryor

Highlanders

Daniel Pryor is a 34-year-old New Zealander who has played rugby union for Munakata Sanix Blues since 2017. 

He started playing at Auckland Grammar School and then studied at Auckland University of Technology, where he played for the university team before joining Munakata Sanix Blues in 2017.

Daniel is known as an aggressive loose forward who can also play on the wing or at number 8. In 2018, he was named in the New Zealand national squad for their tour of Europe but did not make any appearances due to injury. 

Daniel's younger brother Kara plays cricket for Otago and represented New Zealand internationally under-19s earlier this year Daniel Pryor is a rugby union player from New Zealand.

He has played for Northland and the Blues in his senior career, as well as Munakata Sanix Blues in 2018. Daniel has represented New Zealand at the international level three times - most recently in 2017. 

He is an all-round midfield player who can play on either side of the pitch and is known for his strong defense and kicking skills. 

Daniel will be looking to continue his good form with Munakata Sanix Blues this season, and hope to help them reach the top division of Japanese rugby union soon."

22. Hencus van Wyk

Bulls

Career

• 2008–2010: Limpopo Blue Bulls
• 2011–2012: Blue Bulls
• 2013: UP Tuks
• 2011–2016: Blue Bulls
• 2013–2016: Bulls
• 2015–2020: Munakata Sanix Blues
• 2016: Blue Bulls XV
• 2016: Golden Lions XV
• 2017: Lions
• 2018–2020: Sunwolves
• 2020: Cheetahs
• 2020–2021: NTT Red Hurricanes
• 2021: Free State Cheetahs
• 2022: San Diego Legion
• 2022: Cheetahs

Hencus van Wyk is a prop for the Cheetahs in the Super Rugby competition. Van Wyk was born in Nigel, South Africa and attended Hoërskool Nylstroom before attending University of Pretoria where he studied Business Administration.

In 2008, van Wyk joined the Limpopo Blue Bulls as a junior player and made his senior debut in 2011. He has played 133 games for the Blue Bulls since then, scoring 64 points on aggregate. 

Van Wyk represented South Africa at the under-19 level and also played for their under-20 team at the World Cup Qualifier tournament in 2012, helping them reach the semi-finals where they lost to Argentina 30–27 after leading 24–7 at halftime.

At club level, van Wyk has also spent time with Bloemfontein Celtic (2012) and Golden Lions (2013). In 2018 he signed with French side Racing 92 until 2021 Hencus van Wyk is a promising young flyhalf who has impressed in both domestic and international rugby. 

Van Wyk made his debut for the Blue Bulls in 2013, before moving to the Bulls' Super Rugby side in 2016. He has since played for Munakata Sanix Blues and Golden Lions XV, as well as appearing for the Blue Bulls XV during their 2017 Currie Cup campaign.

Van Wyk started playing rugby at age 12, and represented South Africa Under-16s at the 2009 World Championships before graduating to representative sides at the Under-19 level later that year. 

In 2014 he was named captain of South Africa's under-20 squad for their tour of Europe, where they qualified for the 2015 Junior World Championship finals tournament held in New Zealand – an achievement that earned him selection into SA's senior team ahead of that year's IRB Junior World Championship. 

Van Wyk made his Test debut against Wales on 8 June 2016, becoming the first African player to do so; he also appeared against England two weeks later and Australia four days after that match (scoring his first try).

He started all six matches during Springboks' victorious tour of Europe earlier in 2016; this included appearances off the bench against Italy and Scotland – ultimately earning himself a starting berth versus France late on in proceedings.

23. Jale Vakaloloma

Career

• 2018-19: Easts
• 2018-19: Brisbane City
• 2019–20: Glasgow Warriors
• 2020: Boroughmuir Bears
• 2020: Stirling County
• 2018: Fiji 'A'

Jale Vakaloloma was born on 10 August 1996 in Fiji. He started playing rugby union at the age of eight and made his senior debut for Easts in 2018-19 season.

Jale is a flanker who can play both inside and outside centre, but is primarily used as a flanker. In 19 appearances for Easts so far this season, he has scored 6 tries and contributed 20 points (including 2 conversions).

Jale also played club rugby for Mount Albert Grammar School and represented Auckland under 18 side before making his provincial breakthrough with Easts in 2017-18 season He is a talented rugby player who has represented Fiji in international competition.

Jale Vakaloloma was born on July 29th, 1998, in Nadi, Fiji. He started playing rugby at the age of six and quickly developed into one of the country's top players. In 2018 he joined Glasgow Warriors as part of their Academy squad and made his debut against Edinburgh Rugby later that year.

Jale Vakaloloma has been capped by Fiji at Under-20 level and is currently set to represent them at the senior level for the 2020 World Cup qualifiers starting this month (October). 

He is an incredibly hard-working player who always gives 100% during games and looks to be a major asset for Glasgow Warriors in years to come.

24. Cam Dolan

Northampton Saints

Career

• 2009–2013: Life University
• 2013–2015: Northampton Saints
• 2015–2017: Cardiff Blues
• 2018: San Diego Legion
• 2018: Nottingham
• 2019: New Orleans Gold
• 2009: United States U20
• 2013: United States

Cam Dolan is a rugby union player who plays for Life University. Dolan was born in Fort Myers, Florida, and played high school rugby there before going to university.

He made his senior debut with the team in 2018 and has since helped them win two national championships. 

In addition to playing rugby, Cam also enjoys surfing, running, and swimming - he even represented the United States at the international level in Swimming.

His dedication to his sport and love of life has seen him achieve great things both on and off the pitch - we can't wait to see what he achieves next. 

Cam Dolan was born in the United States and played for their U20 side before joining Cardiff Blues. He has made 36 appearances for Northampton Saints since making his debut in 2017 and has scored 5 tries during that time.

In 2018, he signed a three-year contract with Nottingham which will keep him at the club until 2021. Cam is also eligible to represent New Orleans Gold which is based in Louisiana where his family originally comes from. 

He is regarded as an exciting young player with plenty of potential and looks set to continue developing into one of the top backs in Europe.

25. Santiago González Iglesias

Career

• 2009–14: Asociación Alumni
• 2010–15: Pampas XV
• 2016−19: Jaguares
• 2020: Munakata Sanix Blues
• 2021: San Diego Legion
• 2009: Argentina

Santiago González Iglesias is a fly-half and inside centre who has played for Asociación Alumni/Jaguares since 2011. He made his debut for the Argentina national rugby union team in 2007 and was part of their squad at the 2011 Rugby World Cup where they reached the quarterfinals.

Santiago González Iglesias also represented Argentina at international tournaments such as the 2009 IRB Nations Cup, 2010 Americas Championship, and 2014 South American Championship. 

In 2016 he signed with French club Racing 92 ahead of the inaugural European Champions Cup season but left after one year to join Asociación Alumni/Jaguares in 2017.

Santiago González Iglesias is married to model Pilar Rubio with whom he has two children; Alejandro (born 2012) and Dina (born 2015). 

Santiago González Iglesias is a former Argentine professional rugby union player. He played for the Pampas XV team in 2009 and 2010, before moving to the Jaguares side in 2016. Santiago has made 27 appearances for the Jaguars, scoring 42 points during that time span.

In 2018 he joined Munakata Sanix Blues as their first signing of the season.

Also Played For: major league rugby

26. Danny Lee

Danny Lee is a rugby union halfback who has played for the New Zealand national side. He first came to prominence in 2003, when he was selected for the All Blacks squad that toured Europe.

Danny Lee has since won 51 caps for New Zealand and scored 5 tries during his international career. In 2009, Danny Lee joined Newport Gwent Dragons in Wales as their new halfback and helped them win the Welsh Premiership title that season.

In 2011, Danny Lee moved back to his home country of New Zealand and signed with the Super Rugby team The Highlanders; they finished runners-up that year after losing to the Crusaders in the playoffs final. 

Danny retired from rugby at the end of 2016 but continues to play club rugby with Hastings Boys' High School where he currently captains both sides.

On 14 January 2019, it was announced by NZRU CEO Steve Tew that Danny would be rejoining the current Blues coach. Tana Umaga's coaching staff ahead of next year's Super Rugby campaign Danny Lee is a former New Zealand rugby player who played for the Central Vikings and Hurricanes in Super Rugby. 

Danny Lee represented his country at both the Under 19 and Senior levels before making his debut for the Hurricanes in 2003.

Danny Lee was part of the Wellington team that reached their first-ever final during the 2008 season, but they were unable to overcome The Blues. In 2009, Danny Lee joined up with the Chiefs side where he played until 2013 when he retired from professional rugby altogether. 

Outside of rugby, Danny Lee has worked as a personal trainer since retiring from playing and is currently working with several high-profile athletes in Auckland.

DannyLee now works full-time as Head Strength & Conditioning Coach at Eden Park Football Club in Auckland providing training for players ranging from age 5-25 years old including local WTF premiership winning teams. 

Danny Lees's passion outside of coaching football is helping people achieve their fitness goals through wise diet choices and proper supplementation on top of regular exercise.

27. Mike Te'o

Career

• 2016: San Diego Breakers
• 2018–2020: San Diego Legion
• 2020: London Scottish
• 2021–: Utah Warriors
• 2012–2013: United States U20
• 2016: United States
• 2016: USA Selects
• 2012–2017: United States

Mike Te'o was born in Long Beach, California on July 23rd 1993. He attended Long Beach Polytechnic High School and played rugby union for the school's team.

Te'o started his professional career with the San Diego Breakers in 2016 before joining the London Scottish for the 2020 season. In total, Te'o has made 40 appearances for San Diego Legion and London Scottish since starting his senior career in 2020.

Mike Te'o is a rugby player who has played for the United States national team. He was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the first round of the 2012 NFL draft, but he never played for them because of injury. 

In 2016, after three years with the 49ers' reserve squad, he signed with USA Selects and made his international debut that year against Uruguay.

Te'o also played for Ireland from under-16 to under-19 level before switching allegiance to America in 2011 while still at school in California. He retired from professional rugby following a 31–28 victory over Canada on May 5th, 2021, having won 104 caps and scored 19 tries during his career.

28. Dylan Audsley

Career

• 2018–2021: San Diego Legion
• 2013: United States U20
• 2016: United States U23
• 2018: USA Selects
• 2018: United States

Dylan Audsley is a rugby union player who currently plays for the San Diego Legion. He was born in London, England and attended Chaparral High School before going on to Saint Mary's College to study business management.

Dylan has played club rugby since he was 18 years old, and made his senior debut with the Old Blue Rugby Club in 2014. 

In 2016, he signed with the San Diego Legion as an international signing and has since featured regularly for their reserve team as well as making one appearance for their first team during the 2017 season.

Dylan is 5'11" tall and weighs 195 pounds, which makes him a strong midfielder or fullback who can run long distances quickly. 

His rugby career may be coming to an end soon though; at just 28 years old, it's likely that injuries will start taking their toll sooner rather than later, meaning Dylan could call time on his playing days relatively soon if things go according to plan.

Dylan Audsley is a professional American football player who currently plays for the San Diego Legion in the National Football League (NFL). 

He was born on October 20, 1995, in Fort Collins, Colorado and played college football at Brigham Young University (BYU). In his rookie season with the Legion in 2018 he started all 16 games and recorded 63 tackles and 5 interceptions. 

Dylan has also represented the United States national team at international events such as the U20 World Cup and U23 World Championship where he earned three caps between 2016-2018.

29. Psalm Wooching

Career

• Washington (2012–2016)

Psalm Wooching was born in Hawaii and played rugby union for Seattle Saracens from 2016-2017. Psalm is the son of Hero Wooching, a professional singer who has won numerous awards.

Psalm began playing rugby at an early age and quickly developed into one of the best flankers in the country. He attended Kealakehe High School before enrolling at the University of Washington to study business management.

While attending university, Psalm also played for the US national team and helped them win a gold medal at the 2017 World Rugby Sevens Series tournament in San Francisco, California. 

After graduating from university, Psalm signed with Seattle Saracens where he will continue to play rugby union professionally Psalm Wooching is a linebacker for the Washington Huskies and was drafted in the third round of the 2021 NFL Draft.

Psalm started his collegiate career at Washington before transferring to LSU where he won a national championship in 2018. After spending two seasons with LSU, Psalm was selected by the Washington Huskies in the third round of the 2021 NFL Draft. 

In his first season with Washington, Psalm led all linebackers with 106 tackles and 3 sacks while being named second-team All-Pac-12 Conference honors. 

As a sophomore, Psalm continued to produce on defense as he recorded 119 tackles (10th best nationally) along with 4 sacks and 2 interceptions which helped lead Washington to their first Pac-12 Championship since 2003.

In 2020, after missing most of the preseason due to an ankle injury sustained during summer workouts, Coach Chris Peterson opted not to start him against UCLA despite having over 1,000 total snaps under his belt throughout training camp & preseason. 

This decision paid off as Psalm ended up leading UW in solo tackles (38), assisted tackles (56), passes defended (7) & quarterback hurries (-14). He also earned First Team All-America honors from The Associated Press, CBS Sports, Walter Camp Football Foundation & Sporting News. 

His senior year capped off as one of college football’s top players when he totaled 148 combined tackles including 14 for loss (+67 yards), 6 sacks (-37 yards), 3 interceptions (-39 yards) 5 pass deflections (&25 yards), and 2 forced fumbles.

He was also awarded Second Team All-American accolades from both ESPN & Pro Football Focus; a unanimous First Team All–UW Athletic Directors Association selection. 

Recipient of the Bronko Nagurski Trophy National Defensive Player of The Year Award presented annually by The Touchdown Club Of Columbus; consensus. 

First Team Academic All-American honors; voted into College Football Hall Of Fame – Class Of 2022.

30. Pat Blair

Pat Blair is a hooker and flanker for the OMBAC side. Blair was born in Tacoma, Washington in 1990. He attended Mount Tahoma High School where he played rugby union.

After graduating from high school, Blair went on to study at Central Washington University before turning professional in 2017 with OMBAc side. 

In his first year as a professional player, Blair helped OMBAc qualify for the USA Rugby Sevens Series competition where they reached the quarter-finals stage before being eliminated by eventual champions East Coast Rams (USA).

The following season saw Blair score 11 tries in 18 appearances as OMBAc finished runners-up to Seattle Saracens in the Pacific Rugby Premiership championship play-off series – their first title since 2013 Blair played rugby at the collegiate level for San Diego State, where he was a two-time All-American. 

Blair has represented the United States national team on multiple occasions and currently sits as their all-time leading scorer in internationals with 20 points (1 goal, 19 assists).

Blair is currently contracted to play with Seattle Saracens in the PRO Rugby competition in 2019. Blair made his professional debut for San Diego Legion during the 2018 season before joining up with Seattle Sarans later that year. 

Blair is an extremely versatile player who can operate at both wing and center positions and brings speed, power, and good tactical awareness to any side he joins up with next season or beyond.

31. Siaosi Mahoni

Career

• 2016: San Francisco Rush
• 2017–2018: RC Narbonne
• 2018–2021: San Diego Legion
• 2021-Present: Houston Sabercats
• 2016: USA Selects
• 2017: United States

Siaosi Mahoni made her debut for the USA Women's National Rugby Union team in 2016. She has played for San Francisco Rush, RC Narbonne and San Diego Legion in the past three seasons.

Mahoni is a lock and plays as part of the second rower. The 25-year-old was born and raised in East Palo Alto, California before moving to France to play rugby union for RC Narbonne in 2018. 

A season where she helped them win promotion to Ligue 2 Fraiche Femme (the top division) after finishing runners-up in Division 1 Féminine Française de Rugby (French women’s national club rugby league).

In 2021, Siaosi joined San Francisco Rush which was playing its inaugural season at PRO Rugby League - America’s first professional rugby union league. 

Where they finished 9th out of 10 teams with 16 points from 24 games played including 5 wins and 7 losses alongside appearances against sides such.  Glasgow Warriors, Seattle Seawolves, and New Orleans Gold. 

After being named Player of the Month during her time with Rush, Mahoni re-signed with them ahead of their inaugural 2019 season which kicked off on May 12th; this year sees SF Rush compete in Pro14 Competition across Europe whilst also competing domestically within. 

American Professional Rugby Championship (APRC) – North America’s premier pro rugby union competition featuring clubs from both Oregon & Washington State along with Canadian side Toronto Wolfpack FC; all while still fielding a squad comprising international players like Siaosi.

Siaosi Mahoni is a professional rugby league footballer who plays for the Houston Sabercats. He has previously played for the London Broncos and Castleford Tigers in the English Super League, as well as playing representative football for Tonga. 

In 2017, he was selected to represent the USA Selects in their inaugural season of the Rugby League World Cup Qualifiers but did not make an appearance. 

Mahoni has also represented Samoa at the international level on several occasions and made his debut against Fiji in October 2016.

32. Kapeli Pifeleti

Career

• 2017–2018: Saracens
• 2019: Saracens
• 2019: San Diego Legion (loan)
• 2018: England U18
• 2018: USA Selects
• 2019: United States

Kapeli Pifeleti was born on September 1, 1999, in Tonga and is 23 years old. He attended Haileybury College where he played for the school rugby team. Kapeli joined Saracens ahead of the 2019-2020 season and has since made 14 appearances for the club.

In 2018, Kapeli spent time on loan with the San Diego Legion of Major League Rugby (MLR). Pifeleti is a hooker by trade but can also play as a prop or at wing during matches. 

Kapeli Pifeleti is a Goalkeeper from the United States. Kapeli scored 8 Apps in 2018 with England U18 and USA Selects but was unable to help his team achieve any results.

He will be joining the Georgian club Dinamo Tbilisi for the upcoming season and is looking forward to improving as a goalkeeper there. Kapeli has always had a great passion for football, which can be seen through his performances on the pitch; he is sure to succeed at Dinamo Tbilisi.

33. Joshua Furno

Career

• 2008-2009: F.I.R. Academy
• 2009–2010: Viadana
• 2010–2012: Aironi
• 2012–2013: Narbonne
• 2013–2014: Biarritz
• 2014−2016: Newcastle
• 2016−2017: Zebre
• 2017: Otago
• 2018: Western Force
• 2019−2020: San Diego Legion
• 2019: Wellington
• 2020−2021: Biarritz
• 2021: San Diego Legion
• 2022: Bourg-en-Bresse
• 2022−: Zebre Parma
• 2008−2009: Italy Under 20
• 2011: Emerging Italy
• 2012−pres.: Italy

Joshua Furno was born on 21 October 1989 in Melbourne, Australia. He started playing rugby union at the age of 10 and made his debut for Zebre Parma in 2014.

Joshua is a lock/flanker and has played over 100 games for the team since making his senior debut in 2013. He has represented Australia at the youth level but is yet to make an international appearance.

Outside of rugby, Joshua enjoys spending time with family and friends and cooking Italian cuisine Joshua Furno is a prop forward who has played for the Melbourne Rebels in Super Rugby. He was born on October 10, 1996, and raised in Perth, Western Australia.

He made his debut for the Rebels against the Reds at Suncorp Stadium on February 9, 2016, and scored two tries in a 44-25 victory. 

In total, he has played 23 matches for Melbourne scoring six tries including one against the Highlanders at Forsyth Barr Stadium which helped seal their semi-final berth that year.

Furno also represented Australia Under the 20s before making his full international debut against Wales A on November 15, 2015, where he started and crossed for four penalties as well as two conversions to help Australia win 49-12 at ANZ Stadium Canberra.

Joshua will join French side Viadana next season after signing an extension with the Rebels until 2020.

34. Jasa Veremalua

Career

• St Thomas Secondary School
• Fiji National University

Jasa Veremalua is a rugby league footballer who has played for the Melbourne Storm in the NRL. He was born in Korotogo, Baravi, Nadroga and raised in Fiji before moving to Australia as a teenager.

Jasa made his NRL debut for Melbourne Storm against the Sydney Roosters back in 2013 and has since gone on to make over 100 appearances for the club. 

In 2017 he signed with English side Hull Fc on a two-year deal but left at the end of their inaugural season due to injury.

Jasa now spends his time between his homes in Korotogo and Brisbane where he continues to play rugby league professionally with Souths Logan Magpies (Qld). 

In 2016, Jasa was named one of Queensland’s 30 Under 30 award recipients, an honour bestowed upon young Australians that have made significant contributions within their chosen field of endeavour during their thirties years or younger. 

Outside of football, Jasa is involved with many charitable organisations including Headspace Queensland which provides support and counselling services for people affected by mental health issues. 

In 2018 he became an ambassador for World Vision Fiji after previously working on behalf of Reach Out AHC when they were founded alongside Craig Bellamy & Johnathan Thurston back in 2007 JASAVEREMALUA Jasa Veremalua is a rugby union player who plays as centre and flanker for the San Diego Legion in the North American Pro Rugby League.

He has represented Fiji at the 7s level, playing 123 matches and scoring 51 tries. Jasa Veremalua was born on 9th February 1996 in Nadi, Fiji to parents of Fijian descent. 

After graduating from secondary school he attended further education in England before returning home to play for his local team Red Rock in the National Provincial Championship (NPC). 

In 2018 he joined San Diego Legion ahead of their inaugural season in the professional league, becoming one of only six players from outside North America to sign with an expansion side during that period.

Jasa played 30 games for San Diego Legion over two seasons before joining French side Racing 92 on a three-year contract as they prepared for their debut European season starting next year.

35. Louis Stanfill

Louis Stanfill was born on May 30, 1985, in Sacramento, California. Louis started playing rugby union at the age of seven and quickly became a star player for his local club team.

In 2004, he signed with Berkeley and played there until 2008 before moving to Canberra where he spent three seasons before joining Seattle in 2014. Louis has represented the United States at the international level on several occasions and is currently captain of the Berkeleyside side.

Outside of rugby, Louis enjoys spending time with his family and friends as well as traveling – something which he does often due to his frequent involvement in American domestic competitions such as the National Rugby Championship (NRC). 

With over 100 caps for Berkeley and Canberra combined (and an additional 18 appearances for Seattle), Louis is one of America’s most experienced players when it comes to representative duties across both codes of rugby union.

Louis Stanfill is a professional ice hockey player who has played for the San Diego Gulls in the American Hockey League (AHL) and on the United States national team. 

He was born on May 17, 1990, in Victoria, British Columbia, and grew up playing youth hockey with his brother. In 2010, he made his debut with the Mogliano Vicenza of Italy's top-level Serie A before signing as a free agent with Dallas Stars organization affiliate. 

Austin Ice Bats later that year. After three seasons with Austin, he signed an entry-level contract with Dallas Stars' parent club on July 1st, 2015 and made his NHL debut against Anaheim Ducks five days later. 

He scored his first career goal against Edmonton Oilers on October 14th of that same season at American Airlines Center in Dallas Texas during game six of their second-round playoff series which ended up being their only victory over Edmonton in seven games.

On January 10th, 2018 whilst playing for Team USA against Canada at Air Canada Centre in Toronto Ontario Louis broke two bones in his hand after blocking a shot from the Calgary Flames center. 

Mikael Backlund was late into the fourth period resulting in him missing 18 games including 13 AHL contests while. Dallas won both championships without him leading all scorers during playoffs leading to calls for potential suspension. 

By the league however, no punishment was given afterward other than mandatory rest periods throughout the entire postseason culminating in Stanley Cup Finals where they lost 3-1 to Pittsburgh Penguins convincingly prompting further discussion about. 

How injury can easily derail careers especially if players are not fully recovered or 110% focused when return occurs making it one more obstacle added onto the already long journey towards securing silverware due to multiple factors outside control such as injuries sustained outside the rink often compounded by mental stress caused by external factors like social media trolls etc.

36. Paddy Ryan

New South Wales Waratahs

Career

• 2014: Sydney Stars
• 2016–2018: NSW Country Eagles
• 2018–: Munakata Sanix Blues
• 2018–: San Diego Legion
• 2011–2018: Waratahs
• 2012–2014: Australia

Paddy Ryan is a 34-year-old prop from New South Wales, Australia. Paddy started playing rugby union at St Joseph's College in Hunters Hill and has since played for NSW Country Eagles, Munakata Sanix Blues, and Sydney Stars in the Super Rugby competition.

In 2018 he joined the San Diego Legion of Major League Rugby as their first Australian player signing. Paddy has made eight appearances for the NSW Country Eagles and scored two tries during his time there. 

As a prop, Paddy is known for his physicality both on the field of play and off it – he was once fined $2000 AUD after punching an opponent in anger.

Outside of rugby, Paddy works as a personal trainer part-time. Paddy Ryan is a Super Rugby player for the Waratahs. He has played 105 games for the team and scored 15 points. Paddy was born in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia on 1 December 1991. 

In 2012 he made his international debut for Australia against Tonga and since then he has gone on to represent his country 14 times.

Paddy currently plays at number 8 in midfield for the Waratahs and is an important part of their squad both on and off the field.

37. Dean Muir

Career

• 2006–2008: Sharks
• 2010: TUT Vikings
• 2014: UKZN Impi
• 2012–2013: Border Bulldogs
• 2014–2016: Falcons
• 2017–2018: Western Province
• 2018: Stormers
• 2018: Kintetsu Liners
• 2019–2021: San Diego Legion
• 2022: Houston SaberCats

Dean Muir started playing rugby union at the age of 15 and quickly rose to prominence in his home country, South Africa. He signed with the Houston SaberCats ahead of the 2017 season and has since made an impact as one of their main hookers.

Dean Muir is married and has two young children; he is also involved in charity work through his involvement with a local orphanage. Dean Muir will look to continue his impressive form this season as he bids to help lead the SaberCats back to playoffs once again.

Dean Muir is a South African rugby union player who plays for the Western Province in the Currie Cup. 

Dean Muir made his provincial debut for Western Province in 2014 and has since played 39 games, scoring 20 points. Dean Muir was born on 21 January 1993 in Cape Town, South Africa, and is currently 25 years old.

Dean Muir represented Easterns at the under-16 level before moving up to senior club rugby with Border Bulldogs in 2012 where he made 31 appearances and scored 20 points during that time period. 

In 2014, Dean Muir joined English side Falcons where he spent two seasons before returning home to play for Western Province ahead of the 2017 season; thus completing his senior career tally of 39 appearances and 20 points from which he helped lead Westville to their first ever Currie Cup title victory over Griquas in 2018.

Dean will be joining San Diego Legion as a part of the inaugural season of Major League Rugby later this year.

38. Nick Boyer

Career

• 2011–2016: University of California
• 2015: Bedford Athletic
• 2018: Glendale Merlins
• 2018–2019: San Diego Legion
• 2020: Colorado Raptors
• 2021: LA Giltinis
• 2021:  Houston SaberCats
• 2012: United States U20
• 2016–2017: United States
• 2016: USA Selects
• 2018: United States
• 2018: USA Falcons
• 2018: United States

Nick Boyer is a rugby union player who has played for the Houston SaberCats in the American Premier Rugby competition. He was born on July 17, 1993, in Sacramento, California and attended Jesuit High School before going to university at UC Berkeley.

Nick Boyer made his professional rugby union debut with the Houston SaberCats in 2018. In addition to playing professionally, Nick Boyer also plays for Bedford Athletic Club amateur team as a hooker. 

Nick Boyer is married and has two children; he enjoys surfing and snowboarding when he's not playing rugby or studying for exams.

Nick Boyer is a professional American football player who currently plays for the Colorado Raptors in the Alliance of American Football (AAF). 

Nick Boyer played college football at Louisiana State University, where he was recognized as a First-Team All-American and won the Chuck Bednarik Award as the nation's top defensive player.

After graduating from LSU, Nick Boyer joined the San Diego Legion of the AAF as their starting middle linebacker and led them to victory in their inaugural season. 

In 2020, after two seasons with the Colorado Raptors, Nick Boyer signed with Houston SaberCats and has helped lead them to an undefeated record so far this season. 

He has also been selected to participate in both USA Men’s National Team Camps in 2019 and 2020 which gives him hope that he will be called up by his country soon enough for international play.

NickBoyer is considered one of America’s top young linebackers and looks poised to have a long career playing at some of its highest levels including the NFL or even MLS if things continue going well for him on The Field.

39. Dino Waldren

Career

• 2017–2018: London Scottish
• 2019: San Diego Legion
• 2020: New Orleans Gold
• 2016: United States

Dino Waldren is a 31-year-old prop from California. He played rugby union for Blackrock College RFC in Ireland before moving to the United States and joining NOLA Gold.

Dino has been a valuable member of the team this season, playing in all six matches and scoring three tries. With his hard work on the field, Dino is looking to help NOLA Gold finish off their regular season campaign with some success next month at home against arch-rivals Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns.

Dino Waldren is a professional American football player who currently plays for the London Scottish in the British American Football League. 

Dino Waldren was born on July 26, 1994, in Yuba City, California, and played high school football at Folsom High School before attending college at Sacramento State where he played for the Sac State Hornets.

After playing two seasons of college ball, Waldren signed with the San Diego Legion as an undrafted free agent in 2016 and made his debut that season against the Arizona Rattlers. 

He went on to play 15 games for San Diego during his rookie season and scored five touchdowns while also adding five receptions for 25 yards and a touchdown as well as one kickoff return for 10 yards.

In 2017, Waldren joined the London Scottish after being released by San Diego and has since become one of their key players; appearing in all but three games during 2018 while recording 55 catches (for 787 yards). 

With eight touchdowns along with 16 carries for 115 yards and two more scores through the air – making him just the fifth player ever to reach 1,000 receiving yards AND rush over 100 times in a single year both professionally (in any league).

At only 24 years old, Dino Waldren already has plenty of experience under his belt having started every game he’s played thus far in his career - which makes him an exciting prospect heading into next season where he will look to help lead. 

London is back to success after narrowly missing out on promotion last year whilst also continuing to develop his skills at both offensive tackle and defensive end positions interspersed between regular appearances at wide receiver/tight end due to injuries suffered by other members of LSc’s starting XV.

40. Tai Enosa

Career

• 2014–2018: Belmont Shore RFC
• Tempe RFC
• San Francisco Golden Gate RFC"
• 2019–2021: San Diego Legion
• 2022: Seattle Seawolves
• 2009: United States U20
• 2011: United States
• 2009–2013: United States

Tai Enosa is a professional rugby union player who has played for Belmont Shore RFC, Tempe RFC and San Francisco Golden Gate RFC. Tai was born in American Samoa in 1989 and started playing rugby when he was just six years old.

He made his debut for the United States national team in 2009 and has since gone on to make over 50 appearances, scoring 14 tries. Tai is celebrated as one of the greatest fly-halves of all time and his skills have seen him win a number of awards, including World Rugby Player of the Year in 2015 and 2017.

In 2019, Tai joined San Diego Legion as their new head coach after leaving Belmont Shore RFC following two successful seasons at the club level. 

Tai Enosa was born in Seattle, Washington on October 1st, 1997. Tai started playing rugby union when he was six years old and quickly became a standout player for his club team North Kitsap High School.

In the fall of 2016, aged just 18 years old, Tai signed a contract with the newly formed professional side Seawolves Rugby Club in the United States PRO15 league competition. 

Since making his debut for Seawolves against Utah Warriors at Starfire Stadium on April 15th 2017, Tai has not looked back and has established himself as one of the most promising young players in the American rugby union today.

With seven US caps to his name already (including four starts), Tai is now looking to establish himself as one of America's leading lights both domestically and internationally over the next few seasons.

41. Fakaʻosi Pifeleti

Career

• 2018: San Diego Legion
• 2021: United States

Faka'osi Pifeleti is a professional rugby union player who currently plays for the San Francisco Rush in the National Women's Rugby League. Pifeleti attended high school at Bishop O'Dowd High School in Oakland, California before playing college football at Stanford University.

After graduating from Stanford, she turned to rugby and played for the USA Eagles women's national team on an amateur basis before making her debut with the full national side in February 2017 against Canada. 

Pifeleti has also represented her country at the junior level and was part of the U20 squad that competed at the World Championships in Spain last year where they reached the quarter-finals stage but were beaten by France 41–14.

In 2018, she signed with San Francisco Rush ahead of their inaugural season in NWL and will look to help them win promotion to Super Rugby next year Fakaʻosi Pifeleti is an American football linebacker for the San Diego Legion of the Alliance of American Football (AAF). 

He played college football at Utah State. Pifeleti was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the seventh round of the 2019 NFL Draft but did not sign with them.

On May 15, 2019, he signed with the San Diego Legion of the AAF as a free agent. In his first game for San Diego on July 29, 2019, against Hawaii he had eight tackles and two sacks which led to him being named Defensive Player of The Game. 

As an all-star selection for week eleven of play in August 2019 he tallied ten tackles including one sack while leading his team to victory over Arizona. Born and raised Mormon in Salt Lake City, UT., Faka'osi has always been passionate about sports and competition...especially when it comes to defense.

Growing up playing every sport under heaven possible before starting professionally playing organized football at age 8 where I quickly transitioned from running back/wide receiver/safety into linebacker thanks to my coach's realization. 

My unique skill set as well as how physical defensive line play can be so enticing that young athletes sometimes cross boundaries unintentionally between what is considered just “playing” games versus taking part in actual athletics. 

Having competed nationally & internationally both individually (in track) & collaboratively during high school years helped refine my skillset even further preparing me mentally and physically specifically for this next-level adventure called professional gridiron ball -which happens to also fall within LDS Church doctrine.

42. Conor Kearns

Career

• 2015–2017: UCD
• 2016–2019: UCD
• 2020  : St Patrick's Athletic
• 2021–2022: Galway United
• 2023: Shelbourne

Conor Kearns is a goalkeeper for Shelbourne and has played a number of games for the club this season. Conor Kearns is from Dublin, Ireland, and started playing football at an early age.

He attended boarding school in England before returning to Ireland to join Shelbourne academy as a teenager. 

Conor Kearns made his professional debut for Shelbourne in February 2017 and has since become one of the team's mainstays, earning plaudits for his performances both at home and away from Dalymount Park.

Conor Kearns will be hoping to help Shelbourne progress further up the League of Ireland this season, with their UEFA Europa League group stage campaign set to begin later this month Conor Kearns was born in Dublin, Republic of Ireland on 9th October 1997. He started his career with the local side Templeogue United before joining UCD in 2015.

In 2017 he signed for St Patrick's Athletic and made 55 appearances over two seasons. He joined Galway United ahead of the 2020 season but left after one year to join Shelbourne where he has remained ever since. Conor has played for the Republic of Ireland at the youth level, making 1 appearance for the U21s in 2019.

43. Jordan Manihera

Blues

Career

• 2013–15: North Harbour
• 2014: Blues
• 2016−2019: Waikato
• 2019: San Diego Legion
• 2017: New Zealand U20

Jordan Manihera is a New Zealand rugby union player who currently plays for Waikato. Jordan made his debut for North Harbour in 2013, and has since played 23 matches for the team.

He has scored 15 tries during this time. Jordan is primarily a blindside flanker, but can also play at number 8 or 10 on the field. Jordan was born in Auckland in 1993 and attended Westlake Boys High School before starting his rugby career with North Harbour aged 18 years old.

Jordan is married to Laura-Jayne and they have two young daughters together; Lila (born 2016) and Lilly (born in 2017). Jordan Manihera is an attacking midfielder who has played for both the New Zealand U20 and Māori All Blacks teams. 

He was drafted by San Diego Legion in the 2019 MLS SuperDraft, but he has yet to make his debut for them.

Jordan began his professional career with Wellington Phoenix in Australia before moving to San Diego in early 2020. His ability on the ball and quick thinking have seen him score goals at both club and international levels, making him a dangerous player on either side of the pitch. 

At just 21 years old, there's plenty of potential still left in Jordan Manihera's game which could see him become one of the top midfielders in North America soon enough.

44. JP du Plessis

Cheetahs

Career

• 2007–2009: Western Province
• 2009–2010: Sydney Roosters
• 2011: Rebels
• 2012: Western Province
• 2012: Stormers
• 2013–2014: Montpellier
• 2014–2015: Free State Cheetahs
• 2015: Free State XV
• 2015–2016: Eastern Province Kings
• 2016: Southern Kings
• 2018–2020: San Diego Legion
• 2009: South Africa Schools

Du Plessis was born in 1991 and is currently 31 years old. Du Plessis played rugby union for Western Province from 2007 to 2009, before moving to Sydney Roosters in the NRL for two seasons.

In 2017 du Plessis joined NOLA Gold in the PRO14 competition, making his debut against Glasgow on 21 September 2017. 

Du Plessis has represented South Africa at the youth level, playing for Western Province from 2009 to 2010 before representing Australia at the under-20 level and then again at the senior level with Sydney Roosters between 2009 and 2010.

JP du Plessis is a center who predominantly plays as a lineout forward or inside center. JP du Plessis is a talented rugby player who has represented South Africa at the school and international levels. 

Du Plessis made his debut for the South African national team in 2009 and has since gone on to represent his country at various tournaments including the World Cup in 2011.

He also played for the Springboks during their victorious tour of Australia in 2013. Du Plessis' skills as a flanker have seen him named captain of both Southern Kings and Free State XV, two of South Africa's top sides playing in the PRO14 competition. 

His impressive performances have led to calls from some quarters for him to be called up by Eddie Jones' England squad for future fixtures against Wales and France respectively.

In addition to rugby, JP du Plessis is also an accomplished cricket player having featured regularly for Eastern Province Kings over the past few seasons.

45. Luke Burton

Western Force

Career

• 2014–2017: Force
• 2014–2017: Perth Spirit
• 2017–2019: Biarritz
• 2020: San Diego Legion
• 2021: LA Giltinis
• 2013–2014: Australia U20

Luke Burton is a professional rugby player who currently plays for the LA Giltinis in Italy. He was born in Perth, Western Australia and attended Hale School before playing for the San Diego Legion in the USA.

He has represented his country at under-20, under-23, and senior levels and played alongside Jonah Lomu during their time together at New Zealand Rugby Union (NZRU). 

In 2017, Luke signed with Italian club La Giltinis following spells with Montpellier HSC and Bristol Bears respectively.

His rugby career has seen him play fly half or center for clubs such as San Diego Legion, Bristol Bears, Newcastle Falcons, and now La Giltinis. Luke is married to Australian actress Georgia King and they have two children; daughters Willow Mae (born February 2019) and Ruby Rose (born December 2018).

Luke Burton is a talented Australian footballer who has played for Perth Spirit and the Force in the A-League. Luke was born on 1 December 1992 in Perth, Western Australia. 

He started playing football at an early age and quickly developed into one of the country's top young talents. In 2014, Luke signed with Sydney FC but only made one appearance before joining Perth Spirit later that year.

With Perth Spirit, Luke became a force to be reckoned with as he helped them win back-to-back titles in 2016 and 2017 – cementing his place as one of Australia's best players at the international level too. 

In 2018, Luke joined the French side Biarritz where he has continued to perform well despite their poor season so far (with 5 goals from 62 appearances). 

Luke is still just 21 years old which shows how much potential he still possesses; there's no doubt that he will continue to improve over the coming years.

46. Malon Al-Jiboori

Career

• 2018: San Diego Legion
• 2019: Glendale Raptors
• 2020–2021: San Diego Legion
• 2021: Ealing Trailfinders
• 202: Houston Sabercats
• 2016: United States U20
• 2016: United States U23
• 2016: USA Selects
• 2018: United States
• 2016–2020: United States

Malon Al-Jiboori was born on August 1, 1997 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He played rugby union for Union High School and Lindenwood University before signing with the San Diego Legion in February 2021.

Malon has made 19 appearances for the Legion so far this season, scoring 5 tries whilst playing as a flanker. Malon is also contracted to play with Glendale Raptors and San Diego Legion until January 2023 respectively.

Malon Al-Jiboori is a professional indoor soccer player who plays for the Houston Sabercats. He was born on March 16th, 1995 in Kuwait and has played club soccer with several teams in his native country before coming to the United States to play professionally.

Malon Al-Jiboori made his debut with the Houston Sabercats during the 2018–19 season after being drafted by them in the 2017 MISL Draft. 

Malon Al-Jiboori has been praised for his athleticism and passing ability both as a midfielder and forward, which have helped him score goals and assists for Houston over the past two seasons.

With six goals and seven assists in 20 regular season games, he was named MVP of the 2019 Midwest Independent Soccer League playoffs leading Houston to their first-ever championship win. 

In 2020, he will compete in international competition with Qatar national team at their World Cup Qualifier tournament later that year.

47. Brett Thompson

United States national rugby union team

Brett Thompson was born on August 17, 1990, in Tempe, Arizona. Brett Thompson attended Marcos de Niza High School and played rugby union for their team. 

Brett Thompson then went to the University of Arizona where he played wing and fullback for the university's football team as well as playing representative rugby union for USA Rugby 7s teams.

In 2018, Brett Thompson joined the San Diego Legion Rugby Football Club and made his debut season with them in 2019. Brett Thompson is a rugby union player who played for the United States men's national team from 2009-2016. 

Brett Thompson has also represented the USA Selects side and was part of their squads for three international matches in 2016.

In 2014 and 2015, Brett Thompson played for the United States Men’s National Sevens Team where he helped them to win two IRB World Series titles - including back-to-back crowns in 2014 and 2015. 

BrettThompson now plays club rugby with Saracens RFC in England, where he has made over 100 appearances since joining them ahead of the 2017/2018 season. 

He was named captain of Saracens RFC during 2018/19 following former captain Mako Vunipola moving to Wasps RFC in England Premiership Rugby.

48. Maceo Brown

Career

• 2018: present USA 7s

Maceo Brown is a 27-year-old center who has played for the USA sevens team since 2014. In his 7s career, Brown has earned over 100 caps and scored over 30 tries.

He made his test debut against Canada in November 2017 and was part of the team that won the Rugby World Cup Sevens in Tokyo last year. Brown is married to international volleyball player Bridget Fitzgerald and they have two children together - one son and one daughter.

Maceo Brown will continue playing rugby until he can no longer do so safely due to injury or age, but he will also be looking into other opportunities within sport once his rugby career comes to an end Maceo Brown is a rugby sevens player for the United States. 

He has represented the country at both the Pan American Games and in international tournaments such as the Rugby World Cup Sevens series.

Maceo was born in Los Angeles, California but moved to Auckland, New Zealand when he was young. He now represents USA Rugby’s residency program in San Francisco, California. 

Maceo played college rugby for Cal Baptist University before turning pro with Premiership side Harlequins of England’s English Premier Division in 2018-19 season where he made 9 appearances and scored 1 try during that time span.

Brown signed a one year contract extension with Quins ahead of their 2019–20 campaign which will see him play out his career there barring any serious injury setbacks or drastic changes within USA Rugby’s eligibility rules over that period.

Maceo Brown is married to fellow American rugby player Alana Blanchard and they have two young daughters together who are avid fans of their dad's sport as well.

49. Zachary Test

United States national rugby union team (sevens)

Career

• 2015–2017: United States
• 2009–2016: United States
• 2017: San Diego State
• 2017: present San Diego Legion

Zachary Test was born on October 13, 1989 in the United States. Zachary Test attended Woodside High School and then Loughborough University where he played rugby union for the university team.

In 2015, Zachary made his debut for the United States national team and has since been a regular player at the international level. As a full back or wing, Zack is known for his attacking play and strong running game.

Outside of rugby, Zack works as an investment banker with OppenheimerFunds in New York City. Zachary Test was born on September 2nd, 1997 in San Diego, CA. 

Zachary is a rugby union player for the United States National Sevens team and has competed at the Maccabiah Games twice (2009–2016).

In 2016, Zachary helped the USA win a silver medal in Men's Rugby 7s at the Maccabiah Games in Israel. Zachary graduated from SDSU with a degree in Business Administration and Sports Management in May of 2017. 

He will be playing his club rugby this upcoming season with La Jolla Rugby Club and looks to continue his success internationally as well as domestically moving forward.

50. Jamie Dever

Career

• 2016-2017: Buccaneers RFC
• 2017: Cambridge
• 2018–2019: Houston Sabercats
• 2020: San Diego Legion
• 2021: Old Glory DC
• 2021-2022: London Irish
• 2014–2017: Connacht
• 2012: Ireland U20

Jamie Dever is a 29-year-old prop from Westport, Ireland. He made his professional rugby union debut for Buccaneers RFC in 2017 and has since played for Cambridge University in England.

Jamie enjoyed great success at the youth level with Westport RFC, winning numerous accolades including an All-Ireland Championship medal in 2012. 

In 2016, he joined the Tampa Bay Rowdies of the United Soccer League (USL) on a two-year contract as a player/coach before returning to study commerce at Rice College in Houston, Texas later that year.

Jamie is currently studying commerce management while continuing to play club rugby for Cambridge University Rugby Club where he was captain last season and helped them win back-to-back national championships in 2018 & 2019 respectively. 

Jamie Dever is a professional rugby player who plays for the Houston Sabercats. In 2018, he was named to the team's starting lineup for their inaugural season in Major League Rugby.

He has also represented Ireland at the under-20 level and played in one international game. Jamie Dever is originally from Connacht but now resides in San Diego, California with his wife and two young children. 

He loves spending time outside playing sports with his family and friends; including golfing, surfing, skiing, and kayaking whenever possible. 

Jamie Dever is an ambitious person who hopes to continue playing professional rugby well into his 30s.

Final Words

The San Diego Legion is a professional rugby union team based in the vibrant city of San Diego, Ca. The team has had some great players over the years and it’s hard to choose just one.

Some of the best players ever to play for the Legion include former US national team captain John Eales, All Black legends Jonah Lomu and Colin Meads, England international Chris Robshaw and world champion Tadhg Furlong.