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Vikings Show Grit and Power at 2026 CRAA D1AA Men's 7s National Championships

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May 18, 2026
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WWU Vikings — 2026 CRAA D1AA Men's 7s National Championships

The Western Washington University Men's Rugby Vikings traveled to Iowa City last weekend for the 2026 CRAA D1AA Men's 7s National Championships. Over two days of fast, physical rugby, the Vikings posted a 3–2 record, highlighted by a dominant performance against the University of Missouri and a hard-fought victory over the host University of Wyoming, before falling to a strong University of Oregon side in their final match of the tournament.

WWU Men's Rugby  ·  May 2026

Day One: A Statement of Intent

The Vikings wasted no time making an impression on Day 1.

WWU 41, Missouri 0 Win

The tournament opener was a masterclass. The Vikings came out with the high-octane, high-tempo brand of rugby that has become their calling card under Head Coach Adam Roberts, running in tries at will and shutting Missouri out completely. The 41–0 scoreline sent an early message to the rest of the field.

WWU 10, Iowa 14 Loss

The Vikings ran into a battle against the University of Iowa, a program they know well from the national stage. A narrow 14–10 defeat in a tightly contested match was a reminder that at this level, margins are thin. The loss stung, but the character shown in a close fight against a top-tier opponent set the tone for what was to come.

WWU 31, UHSP 14 Win

WWU responded emphatically. The Vikings regrouped and delivered a composed, clinical performance to close out Day 1 with a convincing 31–14 win over UHSP, finishing the day 2–1 and firmly in the mix heading into Sunday.

Day Two: Resilience and a Tough Send-Off

WWU 24, Wyoming 5 Win

Sunday morning brought a sharp performance to open the day. The Vikings dominated the University of Wyoming 24–5 in a win that showcased their fitness and finishing.

WWU 5, Oregon 28 Loss

The tournament ended with a tough final result against the University of Oregon, who proved too strong on the day with a 28–5 victory. The Ducks were well-organized and clinical, and this late-tournament matchup highlighted areas where the Vikings will look to sharpen their edge heading into the fall.

By the Numbers

Opponent Date Result WWU Score Opponent Score
University of Missouri May 9 WIN 41 0
University of Iowa May 9 Loss 10 14
UHSP May 9 WIN 31 14
University of Wyoming May 10 WIN 24 5
University of Oregon May 10 Loss 5 28
Overall Record
3–2
Points For
111
Points Against
61

Looking Ahead

The 2026 CRAA D1AA 7s National Championships served as another valuable proving ground for a WWU program on the rise. With 111 points scored over the weekend against D1AA national competition, the Vikings' offensive firepower and depth are evident. The results against Iowa and Oregon will sharpen the focus — both teams represent the standard WWU is chasing.

The Vikings will be back — and they'll be better for the miles logged in Iowa City.

Western Washington University Men's Rugby  ·  Western Rugby Alumni

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2024 Schedule & Scores

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2024 Match Schedule

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10:00 am
Time: TBD
Saturday, March 9, 2024

University of Oregon

Ducks
TBD
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11:30 am
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Saturday, March 16, 2024

Boise State University

Broncos
TBD
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11:30 am
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Saturday, March 23, 2024

Trinity Western University

Spartans
TBD
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9:30 am
Time: TBD
Saturday, April 13, 2024

NCRC 7s

TBD
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Boise State University
10:00 am
Time: TBD
Saturday, April 20, 2024

American River College

ARC
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Saint Mary's College
1:00 pm
Time: TBD
Sunday, April 21, 2024

University of San Diego

Toreros
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1:00 pm
Time: TBD
Sunday, May 19, 2024

CRAA D1AA 7s National Championships

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10:00 am
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Saturday, June 1, 2024

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May 10, 2026

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28
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May 10, 2026

University of Wyoming

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24
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May 9, 2026

UHSP

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14
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31
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May 9, 2026

University of Iowa

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14
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10
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May 9, 2026

University of Missouri

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41
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May 3, 2026

Iowa State

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13
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19
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May 1, 2026

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Millennia Atlantic University
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36
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