All Atlantic Final Four in Men's DI

The Men's Division I semifinals are locked in, showcasing an unprecedented sweep by the Atlantic Rugby Conference (ARC) as Queens, Walsh, Belmont Abbey, and St. Bonaventure all advanced to the Final Four. This remarkable achievement sees the newly minted ARC boast an 8-1 combined postseason record, highlighted by Walsh's thrilling 30-28 victory over Marian at Fortress Obetz and Belmont Abbey's dominant 44-24 dispatch of Notre Dame to secure their spots. Queens continued their strong form with a 45-28 win against Wheeling, setting up an anticipated rematch with crosstown rival Belmont Abbey on December 6th in Knoxville, while St. Bonaventure, who decisively beat defending champion Brown 51-7, will face Walsh in Butler, PA, after their regular season 25-25 draw. This all-ARC Final Four holds immense significance for US collegiate rugby, with St. Bonaventure seeking their second national title (2021), Queens aiming to overcome previous runner-up finishes (2022, 2024), and both Belmont Abbey and Walsh vying for their first-ever championship appearances in Houston on December 13th.