Olympic Medalists from USA and Canada take center stage at Providence Park in Portland
(PORTLAND – Nov. 12, 2024) Premier Rugby Sevens (PR7s) announced plans to broadcast the 2024 PR7s All-Star Tournament on Sunday, Nov. 17, on FS2 and the PR7s YouTube channel for fans in the United States. Canadian and international audiences can tune in live through Rugby Pass TV. The live event begins at Providence Park in Portland, Ore., at 1 p.m. PT for attendees, and the broadcast will start at 2 p.m. PT.
Broadcast schedule (Pacific Time):
2 p.m. to 4 p.m. – FS2 (U.S.) and Rugby Pass TV (international, including Canada)
4:30 p.m. to 5:35 p.m. – PR7s YouTube (U.S.) and Rugby Pass TV (international, including Canada)
The historic event marks USA Rugby’s first competition on home soil since Paris. It also sets up a highly anticipated matchup between the silver medal-winning Canadian women and the bronze medal-winning USA women’s team. The U.S. and Canadian women, in addition to the U.S. men, will compete against their counterparts from the PR7s All-Stars, which features past Olympians, legends of the game, and other top players.
“Expanding the global reach of American rugby is central to our mission, and we’re thrilled to bring the PR7s All-Star Tournament to audiences around the world,” said Owen Scannell, CEO and founder of Premier Rugby Sevens. “The PR7s All-Star Tournament offers fans the chance to witness the energy and intensity of rugby sevens at its highest level. We look forward to connecting viewers with these extraordinary athletes and inspiring the next generation of rugby fans.”
The broadcast will showcase the fast-paced, high-scoring format unique to rugby sevens, with fans able to watch multiple 14-minute games in a dynamic, tournament-style event. The Olympic rugby matches this past summer captivated the world with sold-out crowds of 66,000+ fans in Paris. The USA Women’s rugby team secured a historic bronze medal, featuring 12 standout players from PR7s. It marked the first-ever Olympic medal for the United States in rugby sevens.
“This year’s PR7s All-Star Tournament is a must-watch, especially after the thrilling performances by the U.S. and Canadian teams in the Olympics,” said Tom Rendell, Head of Product at RugbyPass TV. “We’re excited to bring fans the chance to witness these elite athletes once again as they showcase the intensity and skill that make rugby sevens so captivating.”
Schedule of games (Pacific Time):
1:04 p.m. – Men’s Match: U.S. National Team vs. PR7s All-Stars
- Airing at 2:00 p.m. PT on FS2 (U.S.) and Rugby Pass TV (international, inc. Canada)
1:30 p.m. – Women’s Match: Canadian National Team vs. PR7s All-Stars
- Airing at 2:30 p.m. PT on FS2 (U.S.) and Rugby Pass TV (international, inc. Canada)
2:05 PM – Men’s Regional Match: Oregon Rugby Sports Union (ORSU), no broadcast
2:35 PM – Women’s College Match: University of Oregon vs. Oregon State University, no broadcast
3:04 PM – Men’s Match: U.S. National Team vs. PR7s All-Stars
- FS2 (U.S.) and Rugby Pass TV (international, inc. Canada), live
3:31 PM – Women’s Match: PR7s All Stars vs. USA National Team
- FS2 (U.S.) and Rugby Pass TV (international, inc. Canada), live
4:05 PM – Women’s Youth Selects Match: Pacific Northwest Loggers vs. TOA Idaho, no broadcast
4:31 PM – Men’s Match: U.S. National Team vs. PR7s All-Stars
- PR7s YouTube (U.S.) and Rugby Pass TV (international, inc. Canada), live
5:01 PM – Women’s Match: U.S. National Team vs. Canadian National Team
- PR7s YouTube (U.S.) and Rugby Pass TV (international, inc. Canada), live
Fans looking to attend the 2024 PR7s All-Star Tournament at Providence Park on Nov. 17 can purchase tickets at SeatGeek.
About Premier Rugby Sevens
Premier Rugby Sevens (PR7s), the highest professional level of rugby sevens in the United States and a proud partner of USA Rugby, is a revolutionary circuit showcasing the most electric men’s and women’s athletes on the planet. PR7s brings the global excitement of rugby through a fast-paced, high-scoring on-field experience, complemented by engaging fan festivals throughout North America. As a traveling circuit with a focus on North America, PR7s is the fastest, toughest, and most electrifying game on the planet and the first sports organization of its kind, with men’s and women’s teams competing under one umbrella with equal pay. To learn more about Premier Rugby Sevens, go to PRSevens.com and follow the league on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
About RugbyPass TV
RugbyPass TV is a global streaming platform bringing fans closer to the sport they love by offering an unparalleled video-first service. RPTV shows live matches from the biggest leagues and competitions in the sport including Rugby World Cups, SVNS and u20 Championships. Supplementary to live matches, RugbyPass TV is the global home of the sport’s premier documentaries and interviews with the biggest stars including, Chasing the Sun, Whistleblowers and Two Sides, The British & Irish Lions’ documentary series. To learn more about the platform and how you can sign up for free head to info.rugbypass.tv.
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Contact: Eric Nemeth
Premier Rugby Sevens
eric.nemeth@prsevens.com
