The Women’s Rugby Sevens at the Paris 2024 Olympics has sparked a newfound excitement and interest in the sport. Whether you’re a seasoned fan or just discovering the joy of rugby, we are thrilled to welcome you to the vibrant community of women’s rugby enthusiasts. Here, you’ll find resources and information on both domestic and international events to keep the rugby spirit alive throughout the year.
Upcoming Domestic Events
- Date: August 4, 2024
- Location: San Diego, CA
- Details: The 2024 MLR Championship will see the top teams from the Eastern and Western conferences clash after an intense 18-week season. This year’s final features Seattle vs New England at 4 PM ET, live on FOX.
USA Rugby Club 7s National Championships
- Date: August 9-10, 2024
- Location: Madison, WI
- Details: Clubs from across the USA will compete for the title of USA Rugby Club 7s National Champions. Watch live on The Rugby Network by signing up for a free account. Details on qualified clubs to be revealed soon.
- Date: August 31, 2024
- Location: Los Angeles, CA
- Details: The USA Men’s Eagles make their Pacific Nations Cup debut against rival Canada at Dignity Health Sports Park, a can’t-miss clash of North Americas best.
Women’s Premier League (WPL) WER Legacy Cup Semifinals and Championships
- Semifinals Date: September 7, 2024
- Location: Madison, WI
- Championship Date: September 14, 2024
- Location: Greensboro, NC
- Details: Tune in to RugbyPassTV to watch the WER Legacy CupSemifinals and Finals
2024 Mary Graham All Stars Tournament
- Date: December 7-8, 2024
- Location: Dallas, TX
- Details: The 2024 Mary Graham All Stars Rugby Tournament in Dallas, TX, will feature top women’s rugby players from across their Unions, competing for the prestigious Cup, Plate and Bowl titles. Join us at the Grand Prairie Mountain Creek Soccer Complex, hosted by Grand Prairie RFC, or watch live on YouTube.
Want to Play Rugby in the United States?
Find your next club at USA Rugby Club Finder. Rugby is available for youth, college, and adult club levels across the country.
Club XVs (15-a-side vs. 7-a-side) usually kicks off in the late fall and spring, depending on the region. Check out our guide to understand the landscape and various Learn more about the makeup of Club Women’s Rugby competitions here.
Senior Club Rugby includes all non-collegiate adult club rugby in the United States. Governed by the USA Rugby Senior Club Council and Geographic Unions, Senior Club hosts two major championships in 15s and 7s each year.
Senior Club Rugby welcomes players of all experience levels to join and compete. To learn more and register with a team, click the link below.
Our mission is to foster the on and off-field growth of collegiate rugby teams, student-athletes, and coaches. National Collegiate Rugby (NCR) is dedicated to the development and success of college rugby teams, student-athletes, and coaches.
Girls Rugby offers a platform for participants to learn vital skills and core values like leadership, empowerment, achievement, respect, and sportsmanship—all while enjoying non-contact rugby. Girls Rugby focuses on developing participants through sport, recognizing the positive impact that team sports have on their lives.
Play Rugby provides life-changing experiences and game-changing interventions. We harness the unique power of rugby to empower and inspire youth, especially from underserved communities, to go forward and realize their true potential.
Exciting International Matches
August 2024
- 11th: Japan vs. USA (International)
- 17th: Japan vs. USA (International)
September 2024
- 6th: Scotland vs. Wales
- 7th: Asia Sevens Series in South Korea
- 7th: England vs. France
- 14th: Scotland vs. Fiji
- 14th: England vs. New Zealand
- 14th: Ireland vs. Australia
- Date TBC: Asia Sevens Series in China
Follow @YSCRugby on social media to learn how to watch these exciting matches!
WXV Competition 2024 – A Global Showcase
The 2024 WXV competition promises to be an exhilarating showcase, building up to the 2025 Rugby World Cup. Spanning three weekends from September 27 to October 12, the tournament will feature 27 matches across Vancouver, South Africa, and Dubai. Broadcast details are yet to be confirmed but we’re assuming it will follow last year and be streamed for free on RugbyPass TV. Sign up for a free account today!
WXV 1 (Vancouver): Reigning champions England will defend their title. The competition kicks off with a triple-header at BC Place, featuring England vs. USA and Canada vs. France. Ireland, after a stellar Six Nations performance, joins the top level, culminating in a final showdown between England and Canada.
WXV 2 (South Africa): Hosts South Africa will open against Japan. With Australia and Wales making their debut in this tier, the matches against Italy and Scotland will be thrilling, with the final match between Australia and Scotland highlighting the tier.
WXV 3 (Dubai): Focused on securing the last two World Cup spots, Spain, Fiji, the Netherlands, Hong Kong China, Samoa, and Madagascar will compete. With Fiji already qualified, the remaining teams will vie for the final positions in an exciting cross-pool format.
Join us in celebrating and supporting women’s rugby, whether you’re cheering from the stands, watching from home, or hitting the field yourself. Welcome to the rugby family!
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