The Águilas Aztecas Rugby Club is technically headquartered in Albuquerque, N.M., but the program is rooted in two closely linked countries. The teams aim to connect, promote and elevate the Mexican-American rugby community, and is doing so through culturally rich tours and playing opportunities. The overall hope? That the Águilas Aztecas become pathway programs for both the U.S. and Mexico national teams.
Águilas Aztecas founder Joel Luévano knew of rugby while growing up in the Chicago area but didn't pick up the sport until moving to Albuquerque . . .