Expansion candidate looking to bring professional rugby to Buffalo
Emily Tran
Emily Tran
Senior Reporter · Buffalo, NY
Emily Tran has been chronicling Buffalo's vibrant neighborhoods and community issues for over 10 years. She holds a degree in Journalism from Syracuse University and previously contributed to NPR’s Buffalo affiliate, where she developed a knack for storytelling that resonates with local residents. Emily’s passion for community engagement drives her to highlight the unsung heroes of Buffalo.
More from Emily →Senior Reporter · Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 6:07 PM · 1 min read
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Professional rugby may be coming to Buffalo. Major League Rugby announced Thursday that it has signed a letter of intent with a Buffalo ownership group. Led by Joe DiPasquale and Mark Winokur, the group -- named the Buffalo Thunderbolts -- is an expansion candidate that could potentially join the league ahead [...]