Quincy, MA — Three time consecutive champions the New England Free Jacks today unveiled their full 2026 Major League Rugby (MLR) regular season schedule, highlighted by five home fixtures at the club’s fortress at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Quincy. With rivalries renewed and coast-to-coast clashes on deck, the Free Jacks begin their campaign on April 4 and close out the regular season on June 7.

The 2026 slate features a balanced mix of familiar foes—California, Chicago, Old Glory DC, Seattle, and Anthem Rugby Carolina—as New England looks to build on its championship pedigree and continue driving the standard for American rugby. Supporters can expect a spring loaded with high-tempo rugby, community energy, and the unmistakable spirit of Fort Quincy.

2026 Regular Season Schedule

(Home games in bold)

• Round 2 – Saturday, April 4 – at California Legion
• Round 3 – Saturday, April 11 vs Old Glory DC (Home)
• Round 4 – Sunday, April 19 –  at Chicago Hounds
• Round 5 – Sunday, April 26 –  vs Anthem Rugby Carolina (Home)
• Round 6 – Sunday, May 3 –  vs Seattle Seawolves (Home)
• Round 7 – Saturday, May 9 – vs California Legion (Home)
• Round 8 – Sunday, May 17 –  at Old Glory DC
• Round 9 – Saturday, May 23 – at Anthem Rugby Carolina
• Round 10 – Sunday, May 31 –  at Seattle Seawolves
• Round 11 – Sunday, June 7 –  vs Chicago Hounds (Home)

The Free Jacks will release matchweek themes, ticketing information, and community event details in the coming weeks. With a tight schedule and familiar conference rivals, every clash carries weight—and Fort Quincy will once again be the heartbeat of spring rugby in New England.

Individual match tickets will go on sale on December 15th at 10am.

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