Tag: women
The WER Players Who Could Become Household Names
Six rising players giving casual fans a reason to pay attention as Women’s Elite Rugby builds its next generation of stars Women’s Elite Rugby has reached the point where simply having a professional league is no longer the entire story. The next step is creating stars. For rugby supporters, names like Alev Kelter, Ilona Maher…
Eagles Hold Their Nerve to Beat Wales 26–24
Freda Tafuna’s hat-trick and a scoreless second half for Wales give the USA another hard-earned WXV Global Series victory. The USA Women’s Eagles left Cardiff Arms Park on Saturday, September 26, with a 26–24 victory over Wales and another reason to believe they are learning how to win difficult international matches. Freda Tafuna supplied three…
USA Women’s Eagles Face Resurgent Wales in Crucial WXV Test in Cardiff
After a remarkable comeback victory over Ireland, the Women’s Eagles head to Cardiff looking to prove their growing momentum can travel against a Welsh side coming off one of its strongest performances in years. The USA Women’s Eagles arrived in Europe looking for evidence that the progress being made under head coach Jack Hanratty could…
Women’s Eagles Complete Stunning Comeback to Defeat Ireland in Dublin
USA overturns a 19-point second-half deficit to claim a dramatic 40–36 victory in its WXV Global Series opener The USA Women’s Eagles produced one of their most impressive comebacks in recent memory on Sunday, scoring four tries in a devastating 16-minute stretch to defeat Ireland 40–36 at Tallaght Stadium in Dublin. Ireland appeared to have…
Women’s Elite Rugby – Follow The Success Seen In Obetz
Lodi, CA: Women’s Elite Rugby To Follow The Success Seen In Obetz As followers of this blog would know, I reside in the North State region of Northern California (the ten most northern counties of the state east of the coast), and because of that the closest professional rugby team to me was the Seattle…
Breaking Stereotypes: The Misconceptions About Rugby in North America
Debunking Stereotypes: Rugby’s Rise and Misunderstood Potential in North America Rugby, often overshadowed by mainstream sports like football, basketball, and baseball, carries a myriad of misconceptions in North America. From being perceived as overly violent to being dismissed as a niche sport with limited appeal, rugby faces an uphill battle in the quest for broader…
Rugby Sevens: The Fast Track for North American Athletes to the Olympics
How Rugby Sevens Opens the Olympic Door for North American Athletes Rugby Sevens has emerged as a crucial platform for North American athletes aspiring to compete in the Olympics. Unlike traditional 15-a-side rugby, Rugby Sevens offers a faster, shorter, and more dynamic version of the sport, making it an appealing and accessible pathway for athletes…
Why Women’s Rugby is Booming: Record-Breaking Crowds, Star Players, and a Bright Future Ahead
Women’s Rugby Breaks Records, Builds Momentum and Shines on the Global Stage Make no mistake, women’s rugby has become a hot commodity. The 2024 version of the 6 Nations was nothing short of amazing! It hit several benchmarks that demonstrate viability and success. Commercially, it welcomed partnerships with the title sponsor, Guinness; a broadcast…
North American Rugby Stars to Watch: Women
North American Women Rugby Stars to Watch: Future Olympians and World Cup Contenders – Women Rugby is a sport that has seen tremendous growth and development in North America, and the rise of women in the game is a testament to its expanding influence. As we look toward the future, several North American women rugby…