United StatesCalifornian utility back Jake Negrete played in Major League Rugby during the 2025 MLR season. He represented the Houston SaberCats, as well as the Miami Sharks.
A native of Fresno, CA, Negrete attended San Joaquin Memorial High School, playing rugby while there before attending St. Mary’s College and playing with the Gaels. Negrete declared for the 2024 MLR Collegiate Draft and was selected in the 2nd round, 20th overall, by the Houston SaberCats. He was one of six SMC Gaels drafted into MLR in 2024.
On December 19th, 2024, the Houston SaberCats confirmed the signing of Jake Negrete for their 2025 season. Negrete did not appear in a matchday 23 for the SaberCats and on May 13thm 2025, the Miami Sharks announced the addition of Jake Negrete for the remainder of the 2025 season. It is unclear if this is a loan or a permanent move, and if this was agreed prior to the trade/signing deadline or if Negrete is joining the Sharks as injury cover.
achievements
- 2024 MLR Draftee: 20th Overall (2nd Rd) – Houston SaberCats
NARDB Player #1,357
Major League Rugby
| Season | Team | GP | GS | T | C | P | AC | DG | MG | Tackles | KS/KA | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MLR 2025 | SaberCats | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |