Reg Tayler has been named head coach of the world champion Australian women's rugby sevens team, succeeding Tim Walsh. Tayler will lead the squad in its two-year preparation for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, aiming for a gold medal.
England's Red Roses women's rugby team secures a new four-year pay deal with the Rugby Football Union, offering top stars up to £100,000, a 25% increase, ahead of their Women's Rugby World Cup title defense in Australia.
Saracens will play Ealing Trailfinders in the Premiership Women's Rugby final on June 28, after Trailfinders sensationally knocked out three-time defending champions Gloucester-Hartpury. Saracens narrowly beat Exeter 40-38 in their semi-final.
Ealing Trailfinders have sensationally knocked out three-time defending champions Gloucester-Hartpury in the Premiership Women's Rugby semi-finals, setting up a final clash with Saracens on June 28. Saracens narrowly defeated Exeter 40-38 in their semi-final.
Trailfinders secured a historic 29-26 victory over reigning champions Gloucester-Hartpury to reach their first-ever Premiership Women's Rugby final. Despite trailing early, Trailfinders scored four unanswered tries in the first half and held on to win.
Premiership Women's Rugby (PWR) is exploring expansion, with several clubs expressing interest. Key discussions revolve around travel implications for non-professional players and the potential to strengthen international competition.
England's Red Roses secured their eighth consecutive Women's Six Nations title and fifth Grand Slam in a row, defeating France in the final match. Despite facing injuries, the team showcased dominance with standout performances from Ellie Kildunne and Amy Cokayne.
Wigan defends its Women's Super League title amid challenges in the league's development, including a wide skill gap between top and bottom teams, and efforts towards professionalism.
Ireland women's rugby team head coach Scott Bemand says his side are ready for the pressure of facing France in Clermont on Saturday. Ireland began their Six Nations with a 33-12 loss to England at Twickenham but bounced back with a win over Italy. Bemand believes the team's experience at last year's World Cup, facing New Zealand and France in front of near-capacity crowds, will help them secure a first win on French soil.
Hong Kong women's rugby sevens head coach Andy Vilk says his team are benefiting from their rivalry with Thailand ahead of this year's Asian Games. The team failed to win at their home Sevens tournament for the first time in three years, drawing with eventual champions Denmark and losing to Thailand, but Vilk emphasized the importance of the rivalry that saw Hong Kong beat Thailand 7-5 to win bronze at the previous Asian Games in Hangzhou.
