The Return of Pioneers of the Pitch: Celebrating 60+ Legends and Scouting for More

The “Pioneers of the Pitch” series has officially relaunched. We have always been dedicated to celebrating the trailblazing athletes who shaped rugby in the USA with unmatched passion, and after a short break, we are back to dive into the stories that define our community. From the foundational legends who started it all to the … Read more

The Unmatched Legacy of Kathy Flores

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

Milestone 1 Unlocked: The 10K March Hits 7,000!

The march is officially moving. Just weeks after launching our 20th Anniversary 10K March, the community has stepped up to clear our first major hurdle. We have officially crossed 7,000 followers on Instagram, and that means the first Booshie gear drop is officially “Unlocked”. Celebrating 20 Years, One Milestone at a Time Reaching 7,000 isn’t … Read more

USA Rugby Complies With Federal Pressure: New Policy Excludes Trans Women from the Women’s Division

UPDATE March 3: The response to this has been massive. We’ve moved beyond the ‘wait and see’ phase and are now in active mobilization. The #RugbyForAll Resource Center is live with everything you need to help your club push back, including GU contact templates and league updates. Stay tuned, as there will be more to … Read more

2026 MA Sorensen Award Nominees

Seventeen elite collegiate rugby players have been officially nominated for the MA Sorensen Award. This honor is presented annually to the top woman playing college rugby in the United States. The list was curated by a panel of coaches and experts, including Jackie Finlan of The Rugby Breakdown, with oversight from Alex Goff. Public fan … Read more

Help Us Mark 20 Years: Join the YSC 10K March for Gear and Glory

Twenty years of women’s rugby isn’t just a timeline; it is a movement. From the muddy club pitches of 2006 to the sold-out stadiums of today, YSC Rugby has been there to tell the story. Now, we are inviting you to help us write the next chapter. Two Decades of Coverage When YSC Rugby launched … Read more

Dismissed, Not Defeated: The World Aquatics Case as Rugby’s Governance Blueprint

The world of amateur sports governance has reached a clear fork in the road, and the path ahead for USA Rugby is being illuminated by an unlikely source: the recent antitrust settlement in competitive swimming. With the federal court dismissing lawsuits from National Collegiate Rugby (NCR) and referee Christopher Micheletti, the battle shifts from the … Read more

NCR Lawsuit Against USA Rugby Dismissed, Citing Ted Stevens Act

UPDATE: We’ve published a new analysis looking at the successful World Aquatics antitrust settlement as a potential roadmap for NCR and Justin Hale, following the court’s recent dismissals. In a significant development in the ongoing legal disputes within US rugby, a federal court has dismissed National Collegiate Rugby’s (NCR) lawsuit against USA Rugby. The decision, … Read more

World Rugby to Invest Over $250 Million in U.S. Rugby Ahead of World Cups

In a landmark move, World Rugby has announced a significant investment of between $250 and $270 million over the next five years to bolster the growth of rugby in the United States. This strategic funding is a direct result of the U.S. being named the host of the 2031 Men’s Rugby World Cup and the … Read more

Legal Battles Against USA Rugby See Key Developments

Important Update: The Latest on the Lawsuits Please note: The legal status of the lawsuits against USA Rugby has changed since this article was published. A federal court has dismissed all three lawsuits from the referees and National Collegiate Rugby, based on the jurisdiction of the Ted Stevens Act. However, Justin Hale’s case was not … Read more