Celebrate the trailblazers of women’s rugby with our Pioneer of the Pitch series. This exclusive collection of articles shines a spotlight on the remarkable athletes, coaches, and leaders who have made significant contributions to the sport. Through in-depth interviews and personal stories, we honor the pioneers who have paved the way for future generations, capturing their journeys, challenges, and triumphs both on and off the pitch.
On Friday night at CPKC Stadium in Kansas City, prop Hope Rogers will make her 52nd appearance for the USA Women’s Eagles, officially becoming the most-capped Women’s Eagle in history. The record-breaking moment comes as Rogers surpasses Jamie Burke’s long-standing record, which stood for over a decade. It’s fitting that such a monumental milestone comes … Read more
We’re excited to continue our series, “Pioneers of the Pitch,” where we celebrate the groundbreaking athletes, administrators, coaches, referees, and fans making their mark on rugby in the USA. Each installment takes you on a journey through the inspiring stories of rising stars and seasoned legends, both on and off the field. Whether honoring their … Read more
OBH’s rugby journey began in their freshman year of high school when a friend from the soccer team suggested they check out rugby together. From that first practice, OBH was hooked and hasn’t looked back since. What has kept them on the pitch all these years is the joy they find in the game and … Read more
We’re excited to continue our series, “Pioneers of the Pitch,” where we celebrate the groundbreaking athletes, administrators, coaches, referees, and fans making their mark on rugby in the USA. Each installment takes you on a journey through the inspiring stories of rising stars and seasoned legends, both on and off the field. Whether honoring their … Read more
We’re excited to continue our series, “Pioneers of the Pitch,” where we celebrate the groundbreaking athletes, administrators, coaches, referees, and fans making their mark on rugby in the USA. Each installment takes you on a journey through the inspiring stories of rising stars and seasoned legends, both on and off the field. Whether honoring their … Read more
We’re excited to continue our series, “Pioneers of the Pitch,” where we celebrate the groundbreaking athletes, administrators, coaches, referees, and fans making their mark on rugby in the USA. Each installment takes you on a journey through the inspiring stories of rising stars and seasoned legends, both on and off the field. Whether honoring their … Read more
We’re excited to continue our series, “Pioneers of the Pitch,” where we celebrate the groundbreaking athletes, administrators, coaches, referees, and fans making their mark on rugby in the USA. Each installment takes you on a journey through the inspiring stories of rising stars and seasoned legends, both on and off the field. Whether honoring their … Read more
We’re excited to continue our series, “Pioneers of the Pitch,” where we celebrate the groundbreaking athletes, administrators, coaches, referees, and fans making their mark on rugby in the USA. Each installment takes you on a journey through the inspiring stories of rising stars and seasoned legends, both on and off the field. Whether honoring their … Read more
We’re excited to continue our series, “Pioneers of the Pitch,” where we celebrate the groundbreaking athletes, administrators, coaches, referees, and fans making their mark on rugby in the USA. Each installment takes you on a journey through the inspiring stories of rising stars and seasoned legends, both on and off the field. Whether honoring their … Read more
We’re excited to continue our series, “Pioneers of the Pitch,” where we celebrate the groundbreaking athletes, administrators, coaches, referees, and fans making their mark on rugby in the USA. Each installment takes you on a journey through the inspiring stories of rising stars and seasoned legends, both on and off the field. Whether honoring their … Read more