Legion Announce Starting XV vs Old Glory DC
California Legion has named its Starting XV for Round 9 of the 2026 Major League Rugby season, set to face Old Glory DC on Sunday at Heart Health Park in Sacramento, California. Kickoff is scheduled for 5:00 PM PT as Sunday Night Rugby heads to Northern California. Watch live on ESPN+.
The fifth stop of the California tour of rugby brings Major League Rugby to Sacramento for the first time, with Legion entering the weekend for its final home match of the regular season.
The stakes continue to rise. Playoff implications sit firmly on the line as Legion looks to continue its push toward the postseason.
Jason Damm Captains the side, with Gonzalo Bertranou and Billy Meakes named Vice Captains.
There are key additions throughout the 23 this week. Cole Semu returns to the Starting XV, bringing another experienced presence into the midfield.
Matt Anticev earns his first appearance in the California Legion matchday squad, while Oscar Treacy returns to the 23 for the first time since his standout debut against Seattle, where the young winger announced himself with a key try in his first MLR appearance.
California Legion Starting XV – Round 9 vs. Old Glory DC LIVE on ESPN+
1. Michael Scott
2. Ben Sugars
3. Tonga Kofe
4. Ronan Murphy
5. Jason Damm (C)
6. Lance Williams
7. Ed Timpson
8. Ben Houston
9. Gonzalo Bertranou (VC)
10. Coby Miln
11. Joe Mano
12. Billy Meakes (VC)
13. Cole Semu
14. Corbin Smith
15. Steffan Crimp
Last chance to watch the Legion at home!
Reserves
16. Joe Taufete'e
17. Ma'ake Muti
18. Justus Tavai
19. Keni Nasoqeqe
20. Cyrille Cama
21. Tas Smith
22. Matt Anticev
23. Oscar Treacy
Watch the squad take on DC in Sacramento
Blackout Sacramento arrives Sunday night as Legion fights to build momentum rolling toward the playoffs.
Match Details
- California Legion vs. Old Glory DC
- Sunday, May 24, 2026
- Heart Health Park, Sacramento, California
- Kickoff: 5:00 PM PT
- Sunday Night Rugby
- Blackout Sacramento
Broadcast
Old Glory DC vs California Legion | 5:00 PM PT
US TV: ESPN+
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