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With the Autumn Internationals starting, key matches this weekend could impact the World Rugby rankings. France can jump to 2nd with a 15+ point win, while Wales could reach 6th, and Scotland risks dropping to 9th with a big loss. Even with a win, Scotland stays 6th.

Justina DeBruzzi: Finding a Home in Rugby After a Life on Ice
Lee Bryant: From Multi-Sport Athlete to Match Official
Defying Expectations: The Athletic Evolution of Olivia Rogers
The Asia Sevens Series returns this weekend with eight women’s teams competing for the title, and with China and Japan already on the HSBC SVNS, it’s a crucial race for a third team to secure a Challenger Series spot.
WER President Hammond-Graf Previews Legacy Cup
Ilona Maher Takes Over the Internet (again) and WXV Warmup Matches Set for This Weekend | WRR 169

Two-try center Leah Tarpey starred as three unanswered second-half tries secured Leinster a dominant 33-14 final win over Munster, earning them back-to-back Vodafone Women’s Interprovincial Championship titles.

The Relentless Pursuit: Elena Edwards’ 20-Year Rugby Career
Elevating Women’s Rugby: The Launch of the WRR Highlights Series
Sydney Martichuski: Discovering Rugby and Thriving in the WPL
Eve Mango: From College Athlete to Pro Rugby Prospect
Running the Distance: Lauren Trout's Path from Cross Country to Rugby
Updated standings for Round 14 of the WPL with CO Gray Wolves and Life West match deemed a forfeit.
Stay up to date with all the 2024 Women's Rugby International Matches on our Fixtures & Results page!
Don't miss your chance to nominate for the USA Rugby Senior Club Council! Nominations close Sep 1, 2024.
Balancing Life, Family, and Rugby: The Story of Kaelene Bavery-Lundstrum
2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup - Qualified Teams
BBC to Broadcast Women’s Rugby World Cup, Morocco & Turkey Launch XVs Programs | WRR 168

Round 14 of the WPL saw wins by Beantown and All Blues, but the WER Legacy Cup semifinals remain uncertain as the CO Gray Wolves vs Life West match was not played. The league now needs to decide if it’s a postponement, a forfeit by Life West, or a league forfeit. While All Blues are currently in first, the top three spots are still in flux.

Kingspan Stadium will host the Vodafone Women’s Interprovincial Championship finals on Saturday, August 31, after Munster and Leinster secured the top two spots.

HSBC SVNS Reveals 2025 Stops, USA Edges Japan in Challenger Series | WRR 167
Transforming Strength: Emily Tunney’s Journey from Weight Loss to Power
Balancing Acts: The Dual Life of Jade Greenfield, Rugby Athlete and Nurse
Overcoming the Odds: Cassidy Bargell’s Inspiring Journey
From Playing to Officiating: Amanda Cox’s Transformation as an Athlete
Munster leads the Irish Interpros after 2 rounds
Women’s Elite Rugby Expands to New York, San Francisco Bay Area, and Twin Cities for 2025 Inaugural Season
From Knoxville to the World Stage: McKenzie Hawkins’ Rugby Journey
From Hockey Rinks to Rugby Pitches: Brooke Schraffenberger’s Athletic Odyssey
2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup - Qualified Teams
2024 WXV: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results (Sep 27-Oct 12)
USA Rugby High Performance and USA Youth & High School Rugby Unveil Virtual Pathway Program
2024 Mary Graham All Stars Rugby Tournament Returns to Dallas, TX on December 7-8

In WPL Round 13, New York overtakes All Blues for the top spot. With SFs on Sept 7, the top 4 could still shift. CO Gray Wolves vs. Life West, All Blues vs. Chicago NS while New York is on a bye.

In the final match of the 2024 Japan Challenger Series, the USA edged out a tough Japanese side, moving back up to 7th in the rankings while Japan remains 11th. Japan will face Italy on September 14, and the USA is yet to announce any additional matches before their WXV opener against England on September 20.

Japan and USA will decide the 2024 Japan Challenge Series this weekend, Saturday, August 17.

Beatriz Futuro Muhlbauer using Capgemini programme for good in Brazil
From East Palo Alto to the Pitch: Venise Sanft’s Rugby Journey
Scion and NAV Make History at USA Club 7s and Japan verses USA Ends in Thrilling Draw | WRR 166
Kicking Forward: Sydney Copeland’s Rugby Journey
Emirates World Rugby Match Official appointments confirmed for WXV 2024 and warm-up matches
Scion (Women) and NAV (Men) are your USA Club 7s National Champions! Scion now holds the record for the most championships with four titles, while NAV made history with a three-peat.
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Giuliana Campanella using Capgemini programme to continue development
Olympic Fever: Welcome to the World of Women’s Rugby in the USA
Women’s Elite Rugby Unveils Inaugural Teams and Hosts First Legacy Cup
We've received several questions about the WPL standings. After consulting with the league, we confirmed the standings! The top four teams are incredibly tight as we start to look at possible semifinals matchup's in the WER Legacy Cup!
Women's Rugby World Rankings: Japan 🇯🇵 hosts USA 🇺🇸; Japan stays 11th with a win, USA drops to 9th with a draw and 10th with a loss, USA can’t move up from 7th, Japan is secure in 11th.
USA Club 7s Nationals and South Africa Premier Division Championship | WRR 165
2024 WXV: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results (Sep 27-Oct 12)
2024 USA Club 7s Rugby National Championships: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results (Aug 10-11)
Against All Odds: Gio Cruz’s Rugby Journey from the Bronx
Stay up to date with all the 2024 women's rugby international matches!
Olympic Fever: Welcome to the World of Women’s Rugby in the USA
New Zealand’s Back-to-Back Gold and More from Women’s Rugby Sevens Paris 2024 | WRR 164
WPL Round 12 saw wins by New York and All Blues, keeping the race at the top tight between these two teams. The semifinals are on September 7, and it’s looking more and more like it will be between the current top four, with final spots to be determined in the next two weeks.
2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup - Qualified Teams
Michele Kang Pledges $4 Million to Empower USA Women’s Rugby Sevens Team
Philadelphia Rugby is looking for a D1 Head and Assistant Coach
2024 USA Club 7s Rugby National Championships: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results (Aug 10-11)
New Zealand won Gold and became the first back-to-back winners of the Olympic 7s
Canada secured the Silver Medal at the Women’s Rugby Sevens Paris 2024 Olympics
USA secured the Bronze Medal at the Women’s Rugby Sevens Paris 2024 Olympics
Stay up to date with all the 2024 women's rugby international matches!
Women’s Rugby Sevens Paris 2024 Olympics – Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results (July 28-30)
2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup - Qualified Teams
Record-Breaking Attendance at Paris 2024 Olympics | WRR 163
Round 11 of the WPL saw two 100+ point victories with Life West and Colorado Gray Wolves hitting the centenary mark and New York securing a win, leaving the All Blues still on top but only 1 point ahead of New York and 5 ahead of Colorado Gray Wolves.
Canada went undefeated in the first-ever Women's U20s Transatlantic Quad Series, beating the USA, England, and Wales, while the USA took second after their win against England, based on the number of matches played
WXV Fixtures and Iraklis Blues Crowned Greek Champions | WRR 162
In Round 2 of the U20s Transatlantic Quad Series, Wales and Canada recorded wins
In Round 10 of the WPL, All Blues, Beantown, and New York recorded wins, with New York moving above the CO Gray Wolves into second place, while Beantown's win over Life West improved their win column but wasn't enough to move them up
2024 WXV: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results (Sep 27-Oct 12)

With their debut international test win over T&T, Mexico enters the World Rugby Women’s Rankings at number 31. T&T dropped two spots, bumping Belgium and Tonga up. The Black Ferns’ victory over the Wallaroos moved them ahead of Canada, reclaiming the second spot in the top 10.

The Power of Rugby: Traci Young’s Incredible Gift to Mike Tolkin
Sweden Wins European Trophy and Mexico’s Historic Victory in RAN Women’s XVs | WRR 161
Women’s Rugby Sevens Paris 2024 Olympics – Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results (July 28-30)
USA South clinched their third RAN Women’s XVs Tournament title, going undefeated throughout
Canada secured victory in the opening match of the U20s Transatlantic Quad Series, defeating the USA 23-10
In a historic moment, Mexico played their first international test match and triumphed over Trinidad & Tobago, 27-0
Round 9 of the WPL featured wins from the All Blues and New York, keeping the All Blues at the top of the league
RAN Confirms Teams and Schedule for 2024 Women’s XVs in Querétaro
Stay up to date with all the 2024 women's rugby international matches!
Penn State Rugby is searching for Head Coaches for their Men's and Women's programs.
Wallaroos Win Big, 6 Nations Women’s U20 Highlights, and Liver Donation Update | WRR 160
Welsh Rugby Hosts First-Ever Women’s U20s Transatlantic Quad Series
WXV Competitions and Final RWC Spots | WRR 159
WXV is all set and will be played in late September in Canada, South Africa and Dubai!
Wales and Colombia are the latest teams to qualify for the 2025 Rugby World Cup, only two spots left!
Wales beat Spain to qualify for WXV 2 while Spain will play in WXV 3 and Brazil beat Colombia to qualify for the 2025 Rugby World Cup
Remembering Laurel “Lo” Stender: A Rugby Pioneer
Historic Matches Await in WXV and 2025 Rugby World Cup Qualification - June 29
Women’s Rugby Sevens Paris 2024 Olympics – Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results (July 28-30)
China Secures Final Spot for Paris 2024 Olympics | WRR 158
The CO Gray Wolves handed the All Blues their first loss of the WPL season in Round 8, yet the All Blues stay atop the standings by point differential, while New York edged out Life West in a close match and Chicago NS secured their second win of the year
China went undefeated at the World Rugby Sevens Repechage Tournament in Monaco from June 21-23, securing the final spot for the Paris 2024 Olympics
All Blues, CO Gray Wolves and Life West recorded wins in Round 7 of the WPL
Rugby Dreams and Alpine Beginnings: Abby Vogel’s Athletic Odyssey
After the 2024 World Rugby Sevens Repechage in Monaco on June 21-23 we will know the full set of teams for the Olympic Games Paris 2024
Squads Announced for Olympic Qualifiers, Japan, Colombia, Canada A and Brazil Win Matches | WRR 157
Wales host first women’s U20s transatlantic quad series
The World Rugby Sevens Repechage in Monaco on June 21-23 will feature 12 women's teams competing for the final qualifying spot for the Olympic Games Paris 2024
IRFU Release New Vision And Plan For Rugby In Ireland
World Rugby has published the ranking permutations for this week's matches in Fiji and Colombia. If Fiji beats Japan, they'll rise to 14th. Colombia will climb to 26th if they defeat Trinidad and Tobago, who could surpass Portugal with a win
From soccer fields to rugby pitches! Shelby Lin's journey is one of dedication and passion. Discover her inspiring story in our latest "Pioneer of the Pitch" series!
Olympic Qualifiers, European Championships, and International Test Matches | WRR 156
The World Rugby Sevens Repechage in Monaco on June 21-23 will feature 12 women's teams competing for the final qualifying spot for the Olympic Games Paris 2024
After the 2024 World Rugby Sevens Repechage in Monaco on June 21-23 we will know the full set of teams for the Olympic Games Paris 2024
In Week 6 of the WPL, CO Gray Wolves toppled undefeated New York, leaving Berkeley as the last unbeaten team.
Fiji Qualified for 2025 Rugby World Cup, Fiji, Samoa, and Hong Kong Qualify for WXV, Australia Triumphs at HSBC SVNS Grand Final | WRR 155
The final line-up for HSBC SVNS 2025 is set with China replacing South Africa while Japan, Brazil and Spain maintained their qualification
Fijiana climbed to a new all-time high of 15th in the World Rugby Women’s Rankings, while Samoa dropped to 18th and Hong Kong rose to 17th after their respective performances in the Oceania and Asia Rugby Women’s Championships
Fiji, Samoa, and Hong Kong qualified for WXV by finishing first and runner-up in the Oceania Championships, and runner-up in the Asia Championships, respectively
Japan and Fiji qualified for the 2025 Rugby World Cup through the Asia and Oceania Championships
Japan topped the 2024 Asia Championships, qualifying for the 2025 Rugby World Cup and WXV 2, while Hong Kong secured a spot in WXV 3
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After 5 rounds, New York continues to lead the WPL
2024 HSBC SVNS Grand Final and Promotion and Relegation Play Off: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results – May 31-Jun 2
Fiji won the Oceania Championships, securing a spot in the 2025 Rugby World Cup and WXV 3, while Samoa also qualified for WXV 3
Fiji won the Oceania Championships, securing a spot in the 2025 Rugby World Cup and WXV 3, while Samoa also qualified for WXV 3
Stranded and Unpaid: Women’s Rugby Faces Ongoing Disrespect
The World Rugby Rankings saw major shifts with Canada achieving their highest ranking ever and retaining the Utrecht Shield
Fiji and Hong Kong qualified for WXV by finishing first and runner-up in the Oceania Championships.
At the conclusion of the Pacific Four Series, Canada has won for the first time in their history
After 1 Round of the 2024 Asia Championships, Japan leads
Japan defeated Hong Kong and Kazakhstan to win the Asia Championships, they also qualified for WXV 2 and the 2025 Rugby World Cup
After 1 round of the Oceania Championships, Fiji leads
The Ongoing Struggle: Kenya Lionesses’ Fight for Financial Justice
Dribbles to Tackles: Cienna Jordan’s Journey
After 4 rounds, New York leads the WPL with four perfect bonus point wins. Berkeley, Life West and CO Gray Wolves are chasing the leaders with plenty of rugby to come!
2024 Asia Championships: Schedule, Results, How to Watch, and Path to WXV
2024 Oceania Championship Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results – May 24-Jun 2
Women’s Rugby Rundown for May 13-19
Canada made history by beating the Black Ferns for the first time ever and winning the 2024 Pacific Four Series. This landmark victory also means they'll play in WXV 1 at home!

After 3 days of intense action, NOVA takes the Women’s Division 1 title and Tampa Bay Krewe claims the Women’s Division 2 championship at the USA Club XVs Rugby National Championships. Learn more.

2024 USA Club XVs Rugby National Championships – Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results – May 17-19
2024 Challenger Series – Krakow: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results – May 18-19
The Circle of Champions: Tracing the Utrecht Shield’s Journey in Women’s Rugby
2024 US Rugby Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Presented by Major League Rugby
Dr ‘Unaloto Sili using scholarship to help drive change in Tonga
Megan Neyen: Tackling the Rugby Field and the Seven Seas for Navy Glory
2024 US Rugby Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Presented by Major League Rugby
South Africa, Madagascar and Canada qualified for the WXV
Canada claimed third place in World Rugby Women’s Rankings
South Africa won the 2024 Africa Cup and Madagascar placed second, both qualify for the WXV
Canada and New Zealand won matches in the second round of the 2024 Pacific Four Series
New York, Life West and Berkeley All Blues recorded wins in Round 3
Unstoppable: The Story of Molly Shamieh
Freda Tafuna of Lindenwood University has been named the 2024 MA Sorensen Award winner, as the top female collegiate rugby player in the United States
Chelsea Gillespie keen to write new chapter on refereeing return
2024 Africa Cup: Schedule, Results, How to Watch, and Path to WXV
2024 Pacific Four Series: Tournament Schedule, Results, How to Watch, and Path to WXV
2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup – England

The stage is set for the USA Club D1 and D2 Women’s Rugby Final Four showdowns, and the matchups are fire! Learn more.

Women’s Rugby Rundown for Apr 22-May 5
2024 WPL: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results
Kicking off the WPL season with a bang, New York, CO Grey Wolves, and the Berkeley All Blues all started with impressive wins!
England still holds the top spot in the World Rugby Rankings, with Welsh passing Italy and Ireland moving ahead of USA.
2024 Oceania Championship Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results – May 24-Jun 2
2024 Africa Cup: Schedule, Results, How to Watch, and Path to WXV
2024 Singapore 7s: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results – May 3-5
Canada leads the Pacific Four Series after a 50-7 dismantling of USA in Los Angeles, CA

In WXV 1, we’ve got England, France, and Ireland locked in, while WXV 3 will see Scotland and Italy in action. Also, the Netherlands secured their spot back in March by defeating Colombia 33-11.

2024 Pacific Four Series: Tournament Schedule, Results, How to Watch, and Path to WXV

The USA Club Women’s Rugby postseason is coming into focus. Learn more.

Women’s Rugby Rundown for Apr 15-21
Use code 'YSC' 10% off tickets to USA vs Canada on April 28
18 Years Strong
Sisterhood and Strength: Inside the Story of the Magandaquins Rugby Team
After a bonus point win in Sweden on Saturday, Spain retained the women’s Rugby Europe Championship crown and qualified for WXV as a result
Women’s Rugby Sevens Summer Events: Road to Paris 2024
Another thrilling weekend of rugby action has unveiled a few more USA Club Women's Rugby Regional Champions! Get ready because next weekend promises to help us finalize Super Regionals as well.
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Apr 8-14
Netherlands is the first team to qualify for the 2024 WXV!
Beyond the Pitch: The Multifaceted Sporting Story of Ember Larson
Ireland in danger of dropping out of top 10 in World Rugby Women’s Rankings powered by Capgemini
Free State to add spice as South Africa Premier Division kicks off
The Rugby Africa Women's Cup, scheduled for May 4-12 in Antananarivo, Madagascar, will feature teams from South Africa, Madagascar, Cameroon, and Kenya competing for top honors.
Natalie Kurtanidze blazing a trail for female leaders in Georgia
Vodafone and WRU launch new feature to track impact of the menstrual cycle on concussion
New Professional American Women’s Rugby League Announces Formation Women’s Elite Rugby (WER) slated to play inaugural season in 2025
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Apr 1-8
2024 WPL: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Mar 25-31
Navigating the 2023-24 USA Club Women’s Rugby Season: Your Ultimate Guide & Standings
Use code 'YSC' 10% off tickets to USA vs Canada on April 28
2024 Hong Kong 7s: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results – Apr 4-7
Wendy was featured on IGR 's The Third Half podcast, discussing her rugby journey and endeavors to unite fellow women rugby players via Your Scrumhalf Connection.
Walsh University to Adopt Notre Dame College Rugby Programs
Forward Pass: Critiquing World Rugby’s Flawed ‘Coaching Women and Girls’ Module
Oceania Women in Rugby Network Forum showcases “power of the collective”
Navigating the 2023-24 USA Club Women’s Rugby Season: Your Ultimate Guide & Standings
Interview with Sally Horrox of World Rugby chatting about Pacific Four Series, WXV and 2025 Women's RWC Qualification
"It's not just about me" – Moana Leilua keen to inspire Pasifika leaders
Interview with Sione Fukofuka of USA Rugby
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Mar 18-24
USWRF 1994 Women's Rugby World Cup Team
Sin bin: history and punishment of the first women's rugby match in Argentina
2024 MA Sorensen Award Nominees - FAN VOTE open until March 31
2023 Pacific Four Series: Tournament Schedule, Results, How to Watch, and Path to WXV
Irene Gardner: We need more female coaches
Notre Dame College to Shut Down End of Spring
Dr. Hali Deters: Unveiling the Journey of a Multifaceted Athlete
🏉 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🎟️ Enter by March 22 on Instagram @YSCRugby
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Mar 4-10
WPL 2024 Unveiled: Celebrating 15 Years as USA Rugby’s Longest-Running Competition
World Rugby announces Gallagher High Performance Academy extension, accelerating the development of female coaches
2024 LA 7s: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results – Mar 1-3
Cultural and Commercial Sensitivities
Join us for a thrilling Pacific Four Series match against Canada on April 28 at Dignity Health Sports Park in Los Angeles, CA
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Feb 26 – Mar 3
2024 LA 7s: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results – Mar 1-3
Hurricanes investigate Poua over 'redneck' haka
Get ready for a weekend of thrilling rugby at the HSBC SVNS Series in Carson, California, from March 1-3, and anticipate the growth of women's rugby in the United States with upcoming events like the LA 2028 Olympics and the 2031 and 2033 Rugby World Cups.
Los Angeles Rugby Club’s New Women’s Team Leads DII SoCal
2024 RUGBY AMERICAS NORTH MEN’S U19 & SENIOR WOMEN XVS TOURNAMENT SET FOR MEXICO CITY
WXV 2024 heads to Canada, South Africa and Dubai as qualification for Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 intensifies
Australian Government and Rugby Australia announce $14.2 million Pacific partnership
Canada to host WXV1 with venues for 2024 set to be confirmed
Crystal Kaua talks 'the impossible task as a head coach' ahead of Aupiki season
Exploring Asia Rugby's 2024 Competitions Calendar, with a focus on their prominent Women's Events
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Feb 19-25
Evelyne Kalemera: Pioneering a New Era for Kenya Harlequins Women’s Rugby
Pride & Confidence Brewing in Little Rock
Rugby Australia announces further women's Rugby investment
2024 Vancouver 7s: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results – Feb 23-25
BREAKING: 2024 USA Club XVs Rugby National Championships are May 17-19 in Austin, TX
BREAKING: 2024 USA Club 7s Rugby National Championships are August 9-11 in Madison, WI
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Feb 12-18
WXV: The devil in the detail from Scrum Queens
Tempe & the Invigorating Impact of a Tie from The Rugby Breakdown
Navigating the 2023-24 USA Club Women’s Rugby Season: Your Ultimate Guide - Updated January 16
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Feb 5-11
Stay up to date with all the 2024 women's rugby international matches!
The Princess Royal hands rugby referee Sara Cox an MBE
It's about more than tries and tackles for Simamkele Namba
Germany to return to International Rugby on March 2nd with match against Belgium
Italy’s Benetton clinched the inaugural title in the Latin Challenge, a groundbreaking series featuring Italian and Spanish teams
The Elite Girls Rugby League (EGRL) is a leading force in high school girls' rugby
Abbie Winchester: From the Basketball Court to the Rugby Pitch
USA Rugby's Senior Club Council is searching for a passionate and creative Social Media Manager to join the team!
USA Rugby Training & Education reopens Community Judicial Officer Certification and In-Person Training
The Wisconsin Women’s Rugby Football Club has a lot to celebrate
A Deep Dive into the Combined Women’s and Men’s Guinness Six Nations Dream Team
World Rugby Pacific Four Series returns for 2024
Ballet to Brute Force: Natalie Bjorklund’s Unexpected Journey to Rugby
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Jan 22-28
History was made in front of a sell-out crowd at the inaugural HSBC SVNS Perth as Ireland women claimed a first ever SVNS title!
Raquel Kochhann made her return to SVNS after ACL replacement and breast cancer treatment
Raquel Kochhann to make emotional SVNS return after cancer treatment
Memphis Inner City Rugby gets county funds to renovate empty Vance Middle School lot
Kanyunyuzi leads all-women match officials in historic Uganda Cup Final
Portugal WOMEN'S HONOR DIVISION FINAL: SL BENFICA X SPORTING CP
2023 Perth 7s: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results – Jan 26-27
Darian Lovelace: A Rugby Journey of Passion, Persistence, and Pioneering Spirit
A Try for Change: Fatma El-kindiy and the Rise of Women’s Rugby in Tanzania
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Jan 15-21
Grab your copy of 'Beyond the Try Line: Navigating Rugby's Digital Realm' straight from the 2024 WRCRA Conference.
Nile Rapids: Crafting a Uganda Cup Victory
Jazamine Gray: From Hoops to Rugby – A Journey of Determination
Siteri Rasolea's journey with Fijiana Drua is a tale of triumph and sacrifice!
Acee San Juan determined to make change through Capgemini Women in Rugby Leadership Programme
The pool draws for the third round of HSBC SVNS 2024 to be played in Perth, Western Australia on January 26-28 are out
Meet the women shaping rugby history in Saudi Arabia
Rugby Canada is hiring for various positions in Hospitality, Marketing, Research, and Managers
Grab your copy of 'Beyond the Try Line: Navigating Rugby's Digital Realm' straight from the 2024 WRCRA Conference.
Navigating the 2023-24 USA Club Women’s Rugby Season: Your Ultimate Guide - Updated January 16
New Haven: Third Time’s a Charm
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Jan 8-14
First women’s Lions team to tour New Zealand in 2027
China claimed victory in Dubai at the 2024 World Rugby HSBC Sevens Challenger. Kenya secured 2nd place, Argentina 3rd, and Uganda 4th.
2024 Challenger Series – Dubai: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results – Jan 12-14
Will South Africa men's World Cup win launch a revolution for Springbok Women?
Love on the Rugby Field: Wales Stars Jasmine Joyce and Alisha Butchers Tie the Knot
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Dec 18-Jan 7
Tavaita Rowati: Pioneering the Future of Women’s Rugby in Fiji
Colombia enters new era with Luis Pedro Achard
“Excited” Jo Yapp aiming to drive Wallaroos forward
The Latin Challenge, a unique collaboration between the Italian and Spanish rugby unions, featuring the Iberians, Bennetton Treviso, and Zebre Parma, begins January 7
Stay up to date with all the 2023 women's rugby international matches!
Women’s Rugby Rundown – A Preview of 2024’s Premier Events
World Rugby hiring for various positions for the 2025 Rugby World Cup
Pittsburgh Forge is searching for General Directors of Rugby who will advance the club through administration, accounting, finance, fundraising and civic leadership.
Twin Cities Amazons searching for WPL Head Coach and Assistants
Jessica Lu: Embracing the Challenge, Defying Expectations
Berkeley All Blues searching for WPL Assistant Forwards Coach
Historic women’s test can be the start of something special in the Balkans
‘The Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 will be a game-changing moment. Jump on board or get left behind.’
Krista McFarren: An American Legend of the 1991 Rugby World Cup
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Dec 11-17
Why is Mummy so Muddy - written and illustrated by Dundee Rugby Club Valkyries player Sally Myles
The Kathy Flores Lifetime Achievement Award - Class of 2024
Streaming Now: ‘Women’s Rugby Rundown’ on Spotify and Apple Music – Subscribe Today!
Pools announced for World Rugby HSBC Sevens Challenger 2024 opening round in Dubai
Navigating the 2023-24 USA Club Women’s Rugby Season: Your Ultimate Guide - Updated Dec 15
World Rugby and the RFU have announced that Sunderland's Stadium of Light will host the opening match of the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025
Australia clinched their second consecutive HSBC SVNS 2024 series win and first-ever Cape Town title
The USA Rugby Senior Club Council is searching for it's next 7s Competition Committee Chair.
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Dec 4-10
2023 Cape Town 7s: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results – Dec 9-10
Rugby Canada officially launches organization's new strategic plan for 2024-2027 & beyond.
Our GameMakers: 52 Inspirational Stories of Women in Global Rugby
Saint Lucia Women Ups the Ante at 2023 RAN Sevens
The Big Directory - Team Directory Introducing the WRCRA Teams Directory!
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Nov 27-Dec 3
Claire Molloy: Women's rugby players scraping by in cost of living crisis | A lot of progress still to be made
Concussion: Research in women's game lacking - World Rugby
2023 Dubai 7s: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Results – Dec 1-3
Sophie Ragg: Defying Adversity and Embracing Rugby Excellence
Honor Roll for Schezelle Fleming
Two emerging Spanish Women's Teams for 2024
World Rugby HSBC Sevens Challenger 2024 schedule announced
Atlanta 2.0 Selects, a ‘Social Serious Rugby Club’
USA Rugby continues to build on High Performance structure with appointment of Brandon Sparks as Head of Women’s High Performance
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Nov 20-26
Shop for your USWRF Vintage & 50th Anniv Apparel
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Nov 13-19
Japan's victory in the Asian qualifier solidifies the auto-qualified teams for the 2024 Olympics. Notably, China and Hong Kong from the Asia qualifier move on to the Final Qualification Tournament, set to take place in June next year
Benetton and Zebre Parma, women's franchises to be created from 2024.
Barbara Bond: A Rugby Legend’s Journey to 1991 World Cup Glory
The last 2024 Olympic Qualifiers are Nov 18-19 in Kitakyushu, Japan
Welsh Rugby Union Independent Review Reveals Toxic Culture and Governance Failures
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Nov 6-12
Navigating the 2023-24 USA Club Women’s Rugby Season: Your Ultimate Guide - Updated Nov 14
The Aussie women are Oceania 7s champions once again after seeing off a spirited Fiji outfit 26-0.
Navigating the 2023-24 USA Club Women’s Rugby Season: Your Ultimate Guide - Updated Nov 8
Sione Fukofuka appointed as next USA Women’s Eagles Head Coach
World Rugby is looking to fill various positions with the WXV & Rugby World Cup 2025
In the Women’s Rugby Rundown for Oct 30-Nov 5, England won the inaugural WXV 1 championship, Canada upset France, and Australia won against Wales, while the World Rugby Awards faced criticism for holding separate ceremonies. The USA secured Pan American Games gold, Brazil dominated for bronze, and there were updates in Ireland's Energia AIL, the Welsh and Scottish Premierships, and USA's Club Division 1 & 2 in Premier & Club news.
England, with a statement victory over New Zealand, were crowned inaugural WXV 1 champions.
The USA secured their first-ever Pan American Games gold by defeating Canada, the champions from 2015 and 2019, in the final, while Brazil claimed an unexpectedly dominant bronze medal with a resounding 45-0 victory over Colombia.
Get ready for the 2023 Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile, from November 3-4, with Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Jamaica, Mexico, Paraguay, and the USA all set to compete in this exciting rugby event!
World Rugby is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the delivery of WXV and women's international test matches.
Navigating the 2023-24 USA Club Women’s Rugby Season: Your Ultimate Guide - Updated Nov 2
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Oct 23-29
Scotland crowned WXV 2 champions despite Italy win.
Ireland edge Spain to win WXV 3 title.
How things stand ahead of WXV 2 and WXV 3 final rounds.
Historic rugby calendar from World Rugby to reform to supercharge reach and competitiveness
Rugby Australia announces investment in Solomon Islands Rugby as part of Pacific growth
2024 Women’s Rugby Internationals – Schedule & Results
Navigating the 2023-24 USA Club Women’s Rugby Season: Your Ultimate Guide - updated Oct 25
Women in Sport: Former professional rugby player and Irish international Sene Naoupu
'Going to help grow women’s rugby': Feleu on ground-breaking win
Sophie de Goede: Canada looking for improvements after first up win
DeSanto Reignites Love of Rugby & Career in NZ
Round 2 of WXV 2 and 3 is approaching, and WXV 1 is set to kick off.
Week 2 of the WXV Standings
Teams buzzing ahead of Oceania Rugby Sevens Championship for place at Paris Olympics
Round 2 of WXV 2 and 3 is approaching, and WXV 1 is set to kick off.
Fourth WPL Championship Victory for Colorado Gray Wolves
Navigating the 2023-24 USA Club Women’s Rugby Season: Your Ultimate Guide - updated Oct 18
South Africa clinched victory in the Africa 7s, earning their spot in the Olympics, while Kenya and Uganda secured qualification for the Final Qualification Tournament.
The Colorado Gray Wolves held their ground at home, securing a 29-24 victory over the defending champions Berkeley in the WPL Championship
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Oct 9-15
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Oct 2-8
2023 Women’s Premier League Championship Overview
England's determination remains unshaken as they prepare to face New Zealand once more in WXV, following their heart-wrenching World Cup final defeat
Brazil Lose South American Crown to Argentina for the First Time
New Zealanders to Play 3 U.S. Teams in November
2023 WXV Broadcast Details
WXV 1: Squads confirmed as excitement builds
WXV 2: Anticipation builds for South Africa as squads named
WXV 3: Squads set for Dubai
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Sep 25-Oct 1
On October 14-15 in Tunisia, the 2023 Africa Sevens tournament will bring together 8 teams with the overall winner earning a spot in the 2024 Olympics, and the 2nd and 3rd runners-up advancing to the Final Qualification Tournament.
Emily Chancellor spoke for the first time about the outcome of the Wallaroos’ co-ordinated action on social media last month, where anger and frustration of fed-up players finally reached boiling point
Ariana Ramsey: From Flips to Tackles – The Journey of a Rugby Olympian
Australia is initiating its first-ever search for a full-time women's rugby coach
Valiant China defeat Japan to win women’s rugby sevens gold
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Sep 18-24
Host USA Club National Rugby Championships in 2024 and 2025
Brisbane Set to host 2023 Oceania Rugby Sevens Championship with Olympic Qualification on the line
Fiji Gears Up to Host Top Teams in Historic Women’s 7s Tournament
Premier Rugby Sevens saw immense growth in their 2023 campaign
Navigating the 2023-24 USA Club Women’s Rugby Season: Your Ultimate Guide
Rugby’s Global Growth: Empowering Women, Girls, and Emerging Nations
WRCRA and Akuma are launching a contest to find the fastest player in college rugby!
2023 WPL Women's Premier League Results
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Sep 11-17
The menstrual cycle is being ignored in rugby, but not at the WRU
Milton Haig Appointed USA Women’s Eagles Interim Head Coach for 2023 WXV2 in South Africa
Career Opportunities: Social Media Lead (RWC 2025 LOC) (3022)
Pioneering women of English rugby, known as The Vintage Roses, reunite at Twickenham, where they are honored with an honours board recognition for their historic 1987 international victory over Wales.
If the reported bonuses for the Wallabies are indeed accurate, the stark contrast in support between the Wallaroos and Wallabies becomes even more concerning
Karl Barth: Shaping the Future of Women’s Rugby
Johannes-Haupt: Springbok Women ready for Kenya
2023 Rugby World Cup and WXV Tournament: A Rugby Autumn Like Never Before
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Sep 4-10
Barbarian F.C. assembles stellar squad for return of Barbarian Women
Inclusivity progress made as World Rugby marks #ColourBlindAwarenessDay 2023
Breaking Ground: The Inaugural WXV Tournament Fixtures Revealed
World Rugby has today announced the team of Emirates Match Officials selected for the upcoming September and October women’s internationals and three-level inaugural WXV competition to be held in New Zealand, South Africa and Dubai between 13 October to 4 November
Submit your nominations now for the USWRF '15 Under 30 Award.'
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Aug 28-Sep 3
Padilla: The USA Pathways Time is Paying Off
Global rugby participation increasing ahead of Rugby World Cup 2023
Fiji's women players finally get paid for their dedication to nation
Italy announces their Elite Series with 8 teams and 2 pools, Series A competition starts Nov 12
'Imagine I could do that, one day' - Maeve Òg O'Leary living out her dreams, in red and green
Sophie Pyrz: Writing Her Rugby Destiny
WPL Rests Before Final Sprint
Rhona Lloyd has had highs with GB Sevens recently – now she wants more good times with Scotland
Emma Wassell's Recovery Journey and Eager Anticipation for 61st Test Cap
Wales add seven full-time professional contracts ahead of WXV in New Zealand
Maggie Alphonsi: ‘There weren’t many black girls like me who played rugby’
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Aug 21-27
Vulcan's Keyara Wardley excited as Canada's women's rugby sevens team qualifies for 2024 Olympics
US Women's Rugby Foundation Announces New Board Member and Officer Change
Wallaroos Take a Stand: Highlighting Gender Inequality in Australian Rugby
Everything you need to know about the eight Rugby World Cup 2025 venues
Hannies and Mdletshe: opponents to roommates
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Aug 14-20
Grecky & the Lions ‘Climbing the Mountain’
Mona Tupou and the Summer of ‘Yes’
Trowbridge Rugby Club women's team praised for helping crash victims
HONG KONG CHINA RUGBY NAMES NEW HEAD COACH FOR WOMEN’S SEVENS TEAM
WPL Trio Talk Fall Reboot
Scholarship Alert: Calling all student-athletes! Apply now for the US Rugby Foundation scholarships. Secure financial support for your education while excelling in rugby. Application period: Now - Aug 31
ALLIANZ CUP KICKS OFF AT SIXWAYS IN SEPTEMBER
Erika Farias Moreno: A Trailblazer in USA Rugby
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Aug 7-13
Diving into the World of Rugby Commentary: Rikki Swannell's Unconventional Path
Scholarship Alert: Calling all student-athletes! Apply now for the US Rugby Foundation scholarships. Secure financial support for your education while excelling in rugby. Application period: Now - Aug 31
Claiming victory at the 2023 USA Club 7s Rugby National Championships were the Chicago Lions Women and NAV Men!
Grace Brooker: In control of emotions
WXV2: Six players to watch in South Africa
From Rookie Coach to Rugby Executive: Brandon Sparks’ Journey Through Books
USA Club 7s Rugby National Championships 2023: Pools Announced
Katelyn Vaha'akolo has represented New Zealand in both league and rugby but she had to pull herself out of a dark place to get there
Women’s Rugby Rundown for Jul 31-Aug 6
From Decline to Determination: Romania's Women's Rugby Resurgence
Yunque positive about Spain’s future
Monique Aleah Coffey: Rising Star in Rugby
USA Rugby is searching for a Women’s XVs Head Coach
IMAGE profiled Rugby Sevens and 15s player Eve Higgins on everything from her earliest sporting memories to her greatest goals and proudest achievements