WORCESTER, Mass. (11/8/2026) – Nichols College men's rugby captured the 2026 North Atlantic Collegiate Rugby (NACR) Championship on Sunday afternoon, defeating Holy Cross, 59-26, at Foley Stadium in Worcester, Massachusetts.
The victory marked a measure of redemption for the Bison, who faced the Crusaders in a rematch of the 2025 NACR Championship, where Holy Cross handed Nichols a setback. This time around, Nichols came away with the championship, securing its place in the next stage of postseason competition.
With the victory, the Bison advance to the regional stage of the national tournament, earning a bye through the opening round. Nichols will await the announcement of its next opponent and competition dates as it continues its pursuit of a national championship.
More information about the match to be announced at a later time.
Stay tuned to Nichols Athletics for updates on the Bison's postseason run.
