Stay at the forefront of top-tier women’s rugby in the USA with our Women’s Elite Rugby News section. Covering the latest developments in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) and other elite competitions, we bring you up-to-date news, in-depth analysis, and exclusive insights into the athletes and teams competing at the highest level. Follow the journey of the nation’s best players as they strive for excellence in domestic and international arenas.
Catch up on past WRR episodes and subscribe anywhere you listen to your podcasts or on social media. Welcome to WRR 236 for March 2-8. This week, the Black Ferns Sevens extend their reign of terror in Vancouver while the Celtic Challenge locks in a high-stakes semifinal bracket. In the United States, the rugby community … 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
This mid-season report provides a comprehensive overview of the 2025-26 USA Club Women’s Rugby Division 1 landscape. As we approach the postseason, teams across the four Super Regions are vying for a spot in the National Championships held this May in Illinois. Editor’s Note: This is the first of a three-part series providing a mid-season … Read more
Catch up on past WRR episodes and subscribe anywhere you listen to your podcasts or on social media. Welcome to WRR 234 for February 16-22. This week, the internal crisis at the Welsh Rugby Union reached a boiling point as community clubs officially triggered an Extraordinary General Meeting to challenge the current leadership. In a … Read more
This is a massive moment for the league and for fans across the country. Women’s Elite Rugby (WER) has officially announced that The Women’s Sports Network (WSN) will be the exclusive broadcast partner for the 2026 season. This means every single 2026 WER match will be broadcast live and free to watch. Having a dedicated … Read more
Catch up on past WRR episodes and subscribe anywhere you listen to your podcasts or on social media. Welcome to WRR 233 for February 9 through February 15, 2026. This week we are celebrating a massive milestone for Argentina as they claim the SVNS 2 title in Nairobi and move to the top of the … Read more
Year 2 of Women’s Elite Rugby officially kicks off on Saturday, May 2, 2026. All six founding teams are back to compete in professional stadiums across the country for a season focused on visibility and long term growth. The Reigning Powerhouse: Denver Onyx Last year, the Denver Onyx didn’t just win the league; they dominated … Read more
NOTE: We posted our review MOMENTS before the official schedule dropped! We’ll post more about the full official schedule next week, but here is our deep dive into the state of the league heading into May. As a fan, the wait for Season 2 has felt long, but it looks like the league is setting … Read more
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
The 2026 Pacific Four Series is right around the corner this April. While all the Unions haven’t announced their locations and stadiums, we were able to put together the pieces to see what the month ahead looks like. With the 2025 Rugby World Cup in the books, the powerhouse quartet of Canada, New Zealand, Australia, … Read more
