Go deep behind the scenes as the California Legion battle the undefeated Chicago Hounds in the Major League Rugby Championship Final. Through difficult conditions and periods playing short-handed, Legion never stopped fighting and closed a historic season on the league's biggest stage. Though the title fell just out of reach, the 2026 campaign ends with California among Major League Rugby's elite and plenty to build on for the future.
California Legion closed their 2026 season on the MLR Championship stage, falling 35-17 to the undefeated Chicago Hounds in a hard-fought final. Relive the key moments from a wet, physical night in Chicago as Legion finished the year as Major League Rugby runners-up.
Highlights MLR Championship | California Legion vs Chicago Hounds
Full Time California - Legion Win When It Counts
Highlights MLR Semifinal | California Legion vs Seattle Seawolves
Full Time California | One More Shot in Seattle
Highlights Round 11 | California Legion vs Seattle Seawolves
Full Time California | Eight Tries in Charlotte
Highlights Round 10 | California Legion vs Anthem Rugby Carolina
Full Time California | Legion Roll Through Sacramento on Sunday Night Rugby
Highlights Round 9 | California Legion vs Old Glory DC
Full Time California | Heavyweight Clash at St. Mary's
Highlights Round 8 | California Legion vs Chicago Hounds
