Beast of the East (rugby)  The Beast of the East is the largest college rugby tournament in the world. In 2010, the 27th annual tournament, 84 college rugby teams participated in five divisions. The tournament is hosted by Providence Rugby Football Club on six rugby fields at The Glen in Portsmouth, Rhode Island.  2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011  2010  2009  2008 - 25th Annual Tournament  2007