usa.rugby — In an exciting partnership of events, USA Rugby and College Rugby Association of America (CRAA) are proud to announce the 2026 CRAA Women’s XVs National Championships will open the Pacific Four Series (PAC4) international matches at Heart Health Park in Sacramento, April 10-11.

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Three of the nation’s top women’s collegiate championships will join the Pacific Four Series ticket, offering a full five-match slate to fans when paired with the headlining international doubleheader between Australia, New Zealand, Canada and USA. The now two-day festival of rugby represents a valuable opportunity to bring the USA Rugby international and collegiate game together on the biggest stage.

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The match schedule will begin Friday, April 10 at 7 p.m. PT with the Women’s D2 National Championship, followed by a collegiate doubleheader Saturday morning and international doubleheader Saturday evening. All matches will be played at Heart Health Park, where Pacific Four Series tickets will permit access to all matches.

SCHEDULE

FRI APRIL 10 (all times Pacific)
7:30 p.m. CRAA Women’s D2 National Championship

SAT APRIL 11
9 a.m. CRAA Women’s D1 Challenger Bowl
12 p.m. CRAA Women’s D1 National Championship
4 p.m. Pacific Four Series: USA vs New Zealand
7 p.m. Pacific Four Series: Canada vs Australia

“Every year we look to elevate the student-athlete experience during our championship events, where a shared stage with the Pacific Four Series is a new endeavor we’re proud to present,” CRAA President Paul Keeler said on the upcoming Championships. “This year’s fifteens National Championships are shaping up to be an amazing slate of match ups, with teams knocking on the door for a spot in Sacramento and finalists to be confirmed by March 28. The CRAA National Championship series is a premier pathway to USA National Team opportunities, so the synergy for both events is palpable and we’re excited to see everyone come together.”

“We couldn’t be more thrilled to strengthen our partnership with CRAA and the college game next month in Sacramento,” USA Rugby CEO Bill Goren added. “Beyond a great shared experience for our Women’s Eagles and student-athletes, the uniting of these events provides a multi-level rugby weekend for all fans alike.”

Stay tuned for live broadcast information. Tickets for the Pacific Four Series permit access to the college matches, and can be purchased at usa.rugby/tickets.