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| Major League Rugby | 06/04 01:00 | 1 |
Houston Sabercats
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Austin Gilgronis
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W | 14-29 | |
| Major League Rugby | 05/29 00:00 | 1 |
Austin Gilgronis
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San Diego Legion
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W | 44-28 | |
| Major League Rugby | 05/22 02:00 | 1 |
Utah Warriors
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Austin Gilgronis
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L | 22-8 | |
| Major League Rugby | 05/08 22:00 | 1 |
LA Giltinis
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Austin Gilgronis
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L | 10-8 | |
| Major League Rugby | 05/01 23:00 | 1 |
Austin Gilgronis
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Seattle Seawolves
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W | 17-6 | |
| Major League Rugby | 04/24 00:00 | 1 |
NOLA Gold
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Austin Gilgronis
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W | 10-32 | |
| Major League Rugby | 04/17 01:00 | 1 |
Dallas Jackals
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Austin Gilgronis
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W | 3-55 | |
| Major League Rugby | 04/10 21:00 | 1 |
San Diego Legion
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Austin Gilgronis
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W | 21-35 | |
| Major League Rugby | 04/03 23:00 | 1 |
Austin Gilgronis
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Houston Sabercats
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W | 43-5 | |
| Major League Rugby | 03/20 00:00 | 1 |
Austin Gilgronis
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New England Free Jacks
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L | 17-25 | |
| Major League Rugby | 03/12 20:00 | 1 |
Rugby Atl
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Austin Gilgronis
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L | 29-14 | |
| Major League Rugby | 03/06 01:00 | 1 |
Austin Gilgronis
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LA Giltinis
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W | 22-9 |
Wikipedia - Austin Gilgronis
The Austin Gilgronis were a professional rugby union team based in Austin, Texas, United States. The team was founded in 2017 as the Austin Elite, and competed in Major League Rugby.
History
On September 19, 2019, after extensive polling at the end of the 2019 campaign, the team opted to rename itself the Herd. The logo remained the same although the orange color action was removed indicating a shift away from using orange for the upcoming season. Prior to the 2020 season, Adam Gilchrist and Loyals LLC purchased the team and renamed it the Gilgronis, a reference to a yet-to-be-produced cocktail based on the Negroni, although the eponymous cocktail appears to just be a negroni with a different name. The name was met with significant backlash from fans. Under Gilchrist's ownership, the team's record improved and the team clinched a playoff berth in its 2022 season before being disqualified from the postseason by MLR for "violating league rules". In October 2022, MLR announced that the Gilgronis and the LA Giltinis (both owned by Adam Gilchrist) had been expelled from the league for unspecified reasons. It appears Gilchrist could no longer financially sustain ownership and that the teams have since folded.
The Austin Elite Rugby team is made up of a diverse group of players from around the world, including the United States, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, and South Africa. The team is known for its fast-paced, attacking style of play, and its commitment to developing young talent.
The team is led by head coach Sam Harris, who has a wealth of experience in both playing and coaching rugby at the highest levels. Under his leadership, the team has made significant strides in improving its performance and building a strong team culture.
Off the field, Austin Elite Rugby is committed to engaging with the local community and promoting the growth of rugby in Texas and beyond. The team regularly hosts clinics and events for young players, and works closely with local schools and youth organizations to promote the sport.
Overall, Austin Elite Rugby is a dynamic and exciting team that is making a name for itself in the world of rugby union. With a talented roster of players and a dedicated coaching staff, the team is poised for continued success in the years to come.