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References
- ↑ "Andrew Guerra". Ultimate Rugby. Retrieved 10 July 2021.
- ↑ "Andrew Guerra". New Orleans Gold. Retrieved 10 July 2021.
- ↑ "USA Men's XVs National Team Names 30-Player Traveling Roster for England and Ireland Tests". USA Rugby. 4 June 2021.
- ↑ "Rampant Ireland down 14-man USA in Dublin". Americas Rugby News. 10 July 2021. Retrieved 10 July 2021.
