About

The Chicago Hounds are a professional rugby team competing in Major League Rugby (MLR), North America’s professional rugby competition. The Hounds mission is to entertain and inspire through rugby; to be the guiding beacon for rugby across Chicago, the midwest, and the United States.

The Hounds were named as an expansion franchise in 2022 and played their Inaugural Season in 2023. Chicago’s professional rugby team plays their games at SeatGeek Stadium, dubbed “Dawg Town”.

Eight Players Called Into USA XV Squad
Eight Players Called Into USA XV Squad

CHICAGO, Il.- USA Rugby announced their travelling squad for the...

Chicago Hounds and Waikato Rugby Union Begin Partnership
Chicago Hounds and Waikato Rugby Union Begin Partnership

CHICAGO, Il.- The Chicago Hounds announced today a High Performance...

Brock Webster Named Major League Rugby’s Player of the Year
Brock Webster Named Major League Rugby’s Player of the Year

CHICAGO, Il.- Fullback Brock Webster earned Major League Rugby’s 2026...

Mason Flesch Earns MLR Forward of the Year Honors
Mason Flesch Earns MLR Forward of the Year Honors

CHICAGO, Il.- Major League Rugby announced today flanker Mason Flesch...

Chicago Hounds Crowned 2026 Major League Rugby Champions
Chicago Hounds Crowned 2026 Major League Rugby Champions

CHICAGO- The perfect season was meant to be. The Chicago...