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Jessica Dombrowski Director of Operations | LinkedIn
Chicago Hounds are preparing for their Major League Rugby Week 11 match against Old Glory DC at SeatGeek Stadium. The game, scheduled for Saturday at 5 PM, sees the team aiming for a fifth consecutive win.
Coach Sam Harris has retained the front row lineup from last week's game. Loosehead prop Charlie Abel and tighthead prop Paddy Ryan will again be paired, while hooker Dylan Fawsitt will earn his 90th cap. Fawsitt has scored seven tries this season and maintains a 92% tackle success rate.
George Merrick returns to the starting lineup in the second row, partnering with James Scott. This is their first start together since week four. Mason Flesch moves to blindside flanker, contributing to what has been his best season yet.
Mac Jones continues his breakout season with his eighth start as openside flanker. He leads the team in defense with 105 tackles and three tries this year.
Luke White steps in as captain for Billy Meakes, who is on paternity leave. White makes his first start since week seven after appearing from the bench in recent matches.
On the bench, Fred Apulu and Ignacio Peculo are ready to support the props, while Guillermo Pujadas looks to play his first game since week five. Ben Landry and Conall Boomer will also provide backup after starting in previous games.
The backline sees three changes but retains Jason Higgins and Adriaan Carelse as pivots. Cassh Maluia starts inside center alongside Bryce Campbell at No. 13.
Mark O’Keeffe gets his first start since week six, taking on a new role on the wing. Nate Augspurger remains on the left wing.
Dave Kearney returns after injury, bringing valuable experience to the team as they progress through the season's latter stages.
Nick McCarthy is set for action from the bench alongside Julian Dominguez, who returns after a brief absence. Willis Goodwin may make his Major League Rugby debut if he takes to the field.
The match kicks off at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois at 5 PM on Saturday.
Fans can purchase tickets for this weekend's game online.
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