Time for first-place SaberCats to ‘start a new streak’ against Miami Sharks
By Aaron Wilson Johan Momsen succinctly underscored the emotional chord for the Houston Sabercats when they lost just their second match of the season. “We’ll start a new streak,” said Momsen, a team captain, following a 24-22 loss to Rugby FC Los...
‘Can’t have off days, a lot went wrong,’ SaberCats’ win streak snapped by Los Angeles
By Aaron Wilson It was a frustrating night Saturday for the Houston SaberCats, and a reminder of what it takes for them to win every week in Major League Rugby. The defending Western Conference division champions’ five-game winning streak was snapped by Rugby...
How Andre Warner became Houston SaberCats’ Man of the Match against San Diego
By Aaron Wilson Humble and deferential to his teammates and coaches, Houston SaberCats scrum-half Andre Warner was quick to deflect individual praise after a versatile performance against the San Diego Legion. There was no denying, though, the major role the Major...
Staying sharp: SaberCats ‘resetting’ for College Night home match against Los Angeles
By Aaron Wilson Locked into a tight race in the Western Conference division, the Houston SaberCats have been building momentum steadily over the past five matches. The SaberCats have won five consecutive matches and are now 5-1, holding an identical record as the...
‘No denying it was a big win,’ SaberCats defeat previously unbeaten Legion squad
By Aaron Wilson Celebrating another hard-earned victory, team captain Nathan Den Hoedt reflected on how the Houston SaberCats defeated a previously unbeaten squad for the second time this season. The SaberCats manufactured a 34-14 win over the San Diego Legion at...
‘Truly a blessing,’ SaberCats’ Emmanuel Albert makes history with 50th Cap milestone
By Aaron Wilson Emmanuel Albert became a historical figure in Major League Rugby when he lined up with his Houston SaberCats teammates over the weekend. Albert is now the first ever MLR drafted player to reach the 50th cap milestone — all with the same franchise...
Western Conference showdown between SaberCats, undefeated Legion: ‘Focusing on ourselves’
By Aaron Wilson A showdown awaits. Two of the top teams in Major League Rugby and rivals in the Western Conference division square off Saturday night at Houston SaberCats Stadium. With an International Night game theme, the SaberCats face the undefeated San Diego...
Kings of the road: SaberCats beat Rugby Anthem Carolina on Davy Coetzer game-winning kick
By Aaron Wilson Davy Coetzer lined up the kick, getting his steps just right before calmly splitting the uprights to deliver the game-winning points in the final seconds for the Houston SaberCats. It was hardly a routine road win for the SaberCats as they defeated...
