Quincy, MA — February 20 — The New England Free Jacks, three-time defending Major League Rugby (MLR) Champions, have officially unveiled their full 2026 roster as they set their sights on an unprecedented fourth consecutive title.

The seventh season of Free Jacks rugby kicks off this spring, beginning with an Open House Fan Celebration at Fort Quincy—Veterans Memorial Stadium on St. Patrick’s Day Weekend, March 14. Supporters are invited to meet the squad, celebrate the new campaign, and launch what promises to be another thrilling year in Quincy.

“The 2026 campaign presents a unique challenge for the Free Jacks as we embark on our seventh season of Major League Rugby,” said General Manager Thomas “TK” Kindley. “We’ve worked relentlessly to assemble the strongest, most balanced squad possible within the league’s new model, while staying true to our blue-collar, team-and-community first DNA. Our first priority will be welcoming our 2026 Free Jacks with real care and intent, building genuine connection, and then setting out together on another special journey.”

The Free Jacks will compete in a 10-match home-and-away regular season schedule, facing each opponent twice under MLR’s revised competition structure. All home matches will be played at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Quincy, with local broadcasts on NBC Sports Boston, streaming on The Rugby Network, and radio coverage on WMEX Boston (1510 AM / 101.1 FM).

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