Louis sees pictures quickly and, yes, with his speed he is able to exploit them, but there’s more to his game than speed. “It’s rugby acceleration that matters, not a 0-60.

“The best part about rugby … is that community,” Williams said. “That you do leave everything on the field, and it’s all respectful.

The field size is essentially the same as a standard rugby union game. The field of play can be no more than 100 meters long and 70 meters wide, or 328 feet long and 229 feet wide.

Ireland defeated the All Blacks for the first time in their 111-year history at Soldier Field in 2016. Since then, they've played 10 times, with each team claiming five victories.

Memphis Inner City Rugby was joined by county Mayor Lee Harris and school Superintendent Marie Feagins for the unveiling Friday. A $1.1 million grant will turn the blighted ball field at what used ...