In 1987 the USA women's national team was officially born with their first match against the Canadian women's national team. Although the women were not permitted to wear the Eagle logo, this match was sanctioned by Rugby Canada and USA Rugby.
The formation of the USA women's national rugby team in 1987, marked by their first game against Canada, is significant. The match took place despite limitations on the team's use of the Eagle logo, which was authorized by Rugby Canada and USA Rugby.