New York fans are today left reeling with news that the Ironworkers have handed in their tools. The club has joined the Toronto Arrows in folding suddenly before the 2024 Major League Rugby season. A long-rumored deal to sell ownership of the club has fallen through. Unlike Toronto and Atlanta, the demise of New York …

Worst. Off Season. Ever.

New York fans are today left reeling with news that the Ironworkers have handed in their tools. The club has joined the Toronto Arrows in folding suddenly before the 2024 Major League Rugby season. A long-rumored deal to sell ownership of the club has fallen through.

Unlike Toronto and Atlanta, the demise of New York is not related to the tragic death of a majority owner. Since joining the league in 2019 as Rugby United New York, the team has gone through multiple name changes and five different home venues. None have succeeded in capturing a strong home audience.

  • js10@reddthat.com
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    1 year ago

    Ooof, this one raises eyebrows for sure. I know team volatility is expected with league that is still trying to get its feet under it, but with this and the Arrows folding before the season it makes me nervous for the league itself.