Simon Cross (@CrossDefence) profile picture

Head of Young Glory and specialist Tackle Coach

Joined October 2010
Photo by Simon Cross (@CrossDefence)Photo by Simon Cross (@CrossDefence)Photo by Simon Cross (@CrossDefence)Photo by Simon Cross (@CrossDefence)Photo by Simon Cross (@CrossDefence)Photo by Simon Cross (@CrossDefence)Photo by Simon Cross (@CrossDefence)Photo by Simon Cross (@CrossDefence)Photo by Simon Cross (@CrossDefence)Photo by Simon Cross (@CrossDefence)
Simon Cross retweeted
Thrilled to welcome Duncan Hodge back to the club as he works with Old Glory to sharpen their kicking game ahead of the #MLR2026 season. @usmlr
2
34
1,732
we can’t recover from it alone. If you’re able to help, please consider donating or sharing our JustGiving page. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a genuine difference. 👉 justgiving.com/crowdfunding/…
1
36
2
47
30,117
Simon Cross retweeted
Last call, Coaches! ⏰ This is your FINAL chance to join the Old Glory DC Coaches Club for the 2026 season. Don’t miss out—secure your spot today. 🔗: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
5
17
633
Coaches Club is BACK for 2026🔥 Early sign-ups get $25 off when you register by December 31! 🔗: oldglorydc.com/young-glory/c…
2
1
7
714
Great news, although this presumably means he's not playing, which is a shame!
Proud to announce Steff Hughes as our Attack and Backs Coach for this 2026 season!👏 #MLR2026
1
5
316
Simon Cross retweeted
The @usmlr Disciplinary page has been updated and it already has one interesting entry! The @NEFreeJacks have been penalised for violating the League's Anti-Tempering Policy, receiving a Salary Cap Deduction for #MLR2026, and their 2026 1st Rd Draft pick moves to @AnthemRugby!
4
1
14
1,064
Simon Cross retweeted
Welcome to DC, Rick 🏛️ After two seasons with the Miami Sharks, Rick joins Old Glory DC with 25 MLR appearances — starting 14 matches and logging over 1,250 minutes on the pitch.
Excited to see what’s ahead in 2026 as he brings his experience and energy to OGDC. 💪 @usmlr
2
10
3
42
6,209
Simon Cross retweeted
The crossover we’ve been waiting for 🤩 Old Glory DC Head Coach Simon Cross sat down with Commanders Defensive End, T.J. Maguranyanga to talk about TJ’s journey as a rugby player from Zimbabwe to the NFL. @commanders
4
8
54
3,730
Simon Cross retweeted
Commanders’ T.J. Maguranyanga taps into why the foundation of tackling in rugby helped him transition to the NFL. @Commanders
1
7
20
2,631
Big Thank You to Soldier Magazine for publishing #TheLariamTab in this months edition: edition.pagesuite-profession… #MilesInMemory #MilitarySuicide
2
3
215
Simon Cross retweeted
Congratulations to Jack Iscaro on joining Stade Français Paris as a medical joker! We’re so proud to see one of our own representing Old Glory on the international stage. See you back in DC soon, Jack 💪❤️
Le pilier américain Jack Iscaro arrive dans la Maison Rose en tant que joker médical. Bienvenue Jack 🤝💗

2
17
2,067
Next stop on the safe tackling journey ➡️ Vienna Youth Football, with our Head Coach Simon Cross leading the way. @VYIfootball
3
6
480
🔥 LIMITED SPOTS LEFT! 🔥 Join our International Rugby Clinics and train with the best. 🏃‍♂️ Ages 12-16. Free to join + free OG swag. Act fast! 🔗: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
2
3
454
Oh, what a night.🤩 From the energy to the fans (and yes, even the rain), it was one to remember. Huge thanks to @MasonAthletics for helping game day run smooth as ever. #ScrumTogether
4
1
8
749
WE'RE BACK! Your OGs are gearing up to take on the San Diego Legion this weekend at the Maryland Soccerplex🔥 Tickets start at just $22 🎟️ Don't miss out—be part of the action and join us as we #ScrumTogether!
1
2
18
1,326
Simon Cross retweeted
Top @usmlr Meter Eaters: #MLR2025 - Rd 1! 3 players passed 100m including 2024 runner-up, @SeawolvesRugby's Divan Rossouw! But a pair of @oldglorydc men lead @usmlr! Hat trick hero Axel Muller on 141m and capped @Scotlandteam fullback Damien Hoyland on top with 168m! #MLRStats
1
1
1
5
694
Has to be the first hat trick of 2025 🎩🎩🎩 @Axelmuller7 | @OldGloryDC | #MLR2025
3
12
2
60
3,305
Really terrific environment @miasharksrugby v @OldGloryDC Fun, Festive environment and a big crowd . And of course an exciting rugby match ! Great kickoff to 2025 season @usmlr
5
6
41
1,088