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Cal’s Oliver Kirk runs over a defender<\/p>\nThe College Rugby Association of America announced its 2025-2026 D1A All-Americans, recognizing the top men\u2019s collegiate rugby student-athletes from programs across the country. For California rugby, this year\u2019s list served as another strong reflection of the state\u2019s depth, development pathways, and continued impact on the national collegiate game.<\/p>\n
University of California led the California schools with a major presence across both All-American teams. The Golden Bears placed five players on the First XV and three more on the Second XV, highlighting one of the strongest team representations in the country.<\/p>\n
Saint Mary\u2019s College also earned recognition on both lists, with Dom Besag named to the First XV at center and Siale Ofa selected to the First XV reserves. San Diego State University and California State University, Long Beach added to the state\u2019s representation, with Jack Stahl and Elijah Lolesio-Pua earning Second XV honors.<\/p>\n
Together, the selections reinforce the strength of collegiate rugby in California and the role these programs continue to play in developing elite talent for the next level of the sport.<\/p>\n
California School Honorees<\/p>\n
First XV<\/p>\n
1 .Oliver Kirk | University of California<\/p>\n
4. Byron Finley | University of California<\/p>\n
9. Solomon Williams | University of California<\/p>\n
10. Rand Santos | University of California<\/p>\n
12. Dom Besag | Saint Mary\u2019s College<\/p>\n
14. Masi Koi | University of California<\/p>\n
17. Cade Crist | University of California<\/p>\n
21. Siale Ofa | Saint Mary\u2019s College<\/p>\n
Second XV<\/p>\n
1. Talae Tuimaunei | University of California<\/p>\n
5. Seamus Deeley | University of California<\/p>\n
7. Jack Stahl | San Diego State University<\/p>\n
12. Max Threlkeld | University of California<\/p>\n
22. Elijah Lolesio-Pua | California State University, Long Beach<\/p>\n
Cal’s Oliver Kirk runs over a defender<\/p>\n
University of California Leads the Way<\/p>\n
The University of California finished with nine total selections across the First XV and Second XV, including six First XV honorees.<\/p>\n
Oliver Kirk, Byron Finley, Solomon Williams, Rand Santos, Masi Koi, and Cade Crist were named First XV All-Americans after strong seasons for the Golden Bears. Talae Tuimaunei, Seamus Deeley, and Max Threlkeld added Second XV honors, giving Cal one of the most complete representations of any program on the national list.<\/p>\n
The group reflects strength across the field, with Cal players recognized in the front row, second row, halfbacks, centers, wing, and reserves<\/p>\n
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Siale Ofa with the carry for Saint Mary’s College<\/p>\n
Saint Mary\u2019s Continues Its National Presence<\/p>\n
Saint Mary\u2019s College added two First XV selections, with Dom Besag named at center and Siale Ofa selected among the reserves.<\/p>\n
The Gaels have long been one of the premier collegiate rugby programs in the country, and their presence on this year\u2019s All-American list continues that standard.<\/p>\n
San Diego State and Long Beach State Add to California\u2019s Depth<\/p>\n
San Diego State University and California State University, Long Beach also earned national recognition through Second XV selections.<\/p>\n
Jack Stahl represented San Diego State at flanker, while Elijah Lolesio-Pua earned honors for Long Beach State among the reserves. Their selections show the depth of California rugby beyond the state\u2019s traditional national powers.<\/p>\n
A Strong Signal for California Rugby<\/p>\n
For the California Legion, the recognition of these student-athletes carries added meaning. The growth of rugby across the state depends on strong local pathways, competitive collegiate programs, and athletes who continue to raise the standard at every level.<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s CRAA D1A All-American selections show California\u2019s collegiate rugby ecosystem remains one of the strongest in the country.<\/p>\n
From Berkeley to Moraga, San Diego to Long Beach, the next generation of California rugby talent is already making its mark.<\/p>\n
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