Explore the future of women’s rugby with our USA High School and Youth Girls Rugby News section. We provide comprehensive coverage of the rising stars in the sport, from high school competitions to youth leagues across the country. Stay updated on key tournaments, player development, and the programs shaping the next generation of rugby talent. Whether you’re a parent, coach, or fan, our coverage brings you closer to the young athletes who are the future of rugby in the USA.
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
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 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
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
UPDATE April 10: The race to 8,000 is on! Comment on the NEW pinned post on Instagram to enter the gear giveaway for this milestone. Remember you must follow both @YSCRugby and @BooshiePromo to be eligible! UPDATE March 26: We reached 7,000 followers and announced a winner! Twenty years of women’s rugby isn’t just a … Read more
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
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
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
This week, Women’s Rugby Rundown released its 200th episode. At the same time, Your Scrumhalf Connection (YSCRugby) is celebrating 19 years of covering, promoting, and supporting women’s rugby around the world. These two milestones may be measured in numbers, but they represent something far deeper — a commitment to showing up, telling the stories that … Read more
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
