NOLA Gold Falls Short in 31-24 Defeat to LA RFC
In a hard-fought and competitive match, NOLA Gold was narrowly defeated by LA Rugby Club 31-24. The two sides exchanged leads throughout the contest, but ultimately, LA RFC held on for the victory.
In a hard-fought and competitive match, NOLA Gold was narrowly defeated by LA Rugby Club 31-24. The two sides exchanged leads throughout the contest, but ultimately, LA RFC held on for the victory.
The GOLD are back home for Week 6 after a road stretch ready to take on Los Angeles!
Reece Botha has been a key playmaker for NOLA Gold, entering his third season with the team. He shares how he’s evolved as a player, the team’s focus on discipline, and how they’re preparing for a tough matchup against RFC Los Angeles. From his childhood passion for rugby in South Africa to his game-day rituals, Reece gives us an inside look at his journey, his inspirations, and what’s driving NOLA Gold forward this season.
After four weeks away, the team is back on home soil, ready to compete in front of loyal supporters. Head Coach Danny Less talks about facing a strong L.A. squad, the focus is on discipline, accuracy, and securing much-needed points with the home crowd behind them.
In a match that kept fans on the edge of their seats, NOLA Gold was narrowly defeated by the New England Free Jacks 35-31. The match was filled with twists and turns, technical delays, and heroic moments from both teams. The two sides battled relentlessly from start to finish, and it came down to the very last moments of play.
Head Coach Danny Lee previews NOLA GOLD’s showdown against the reigning champs, New England. After a tough result against Utah and a bye week to reset, the focus is on physicality, discipline, and accuracy to turn the tide. With the challenge of facing a two-time champion on the road, the boys are ready to step up, bring the intensity, and fight for 80 minutes.
Get to know NOLA Gold’s Cooper Coats as he talks about his rugby journey from Halifax to the MLR, the differences between 7s and 15s, his approach to the game as a fullback, and his first impressions of New Orleans—plus rapid-fire fun on Wordle, Mardi Gras, and his favorite local eats.
The GOLD are back in action for Week 5 after a much needed bye week, refreshed and ready to take on the New England Free Jacks! With time to reset and refocus, NOLA is primed to bring the heat to New England and make a statement on the road.
When Danny Lee stepped into the role of head coach for NOLA Gold Rugby, he inherited a team that had just made its first playoff appearance. Fresh off this success, there was excitement, anticipation, and yes, pressure. In a candid interview with Fox8, Lee shared his insights on the challenges, opportunities, and plans for taking NOLA Gold to the next level.
NOLA Gold Rugby’s unbeaten streak against the Utah Warriors came to an end on Saturday, March 1, 2025, as they suffered their first-ever defeat at the hands of the Warriors, with a final score of 55-21.
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