The gold are ready for week 10!
The momentum builds as the 2025 Major League Rugby (MLR) season powers into Week 10! NOLA GOLD Rugby has just dropped its roster for this week’s match against the Houston Sabercats. The squad is locked in, laser-focused, and ready to bring the heat.
Forwards
NOLA GOLD’s forward pack is loaded with size, strength, and experience.
Here’s who will lead the charge up front:
- Bart Vermeulen
- Ale Lopeti – Hooker, 5’10”, 230 lbs
- Isaac Salmon – Prop, 6’1, 262 lbs
- Chase Jones – Back Row, 6’4, 240 lbs.
- Cam Dolan – Second Row, 6’6″, 248 lbs
- Moni Tongauiha – Flanker, 6’1″, 230 lbs
- Aidan King – Flanker, 6’1″, 225 lbs
- Jonah Mau’u – Back Row, 6’0″, 225 lbs
Backs
Speed, agility, and precision define NOLA GOLD’s backline.
These playmakers are ready to ignite the attack and create scoring opportunities:
- Luke Campbell – Halfback, 5’10”, 185 lbs
- Dorian Jones – Flyhalf, 5’7″, 187 lbs
- Ed Fidow – Outside Back, 6’0″, 220 lbs
- JP du Plessis – Midfield, 6’0″, 223 lbs
- Isaac Te Tamaki – Center, 5’10”, 209 lbs
- Xavier Mignot – Wing, 6’2″, 220 lbs
- Julian Roberts – Outside Back, 5’9, 195 lbs
Reserves
NOLA GOLD’s bench brings depth and versatility.
High-impact players are ready to take the field when needed:
- Ale Lopeti
- Matt Harmon – Prop, 5’10”, 252 lbs
- Bart Vermeulen
- Paul Mullen
- William Waguespack
- Jay Tuivaiti
- Topou Afungia
- Ruben De Haas
- Luke Carty
Don’t miss out on the action—get your tickets now and cheer on NOLA GOLD!
