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Rising Sun, Relentless Gold: Australia Prevails, But Japan Leaves Its Mark
By J.J. Pavlick | Sports Illustrated Stadium – Harrison, NJ | March 14, 2026 There are matches where the scoreline tells the story. This wasn’t one of them. By the time Australia and Japan took the field in Pool B, Sports Illustrated Stadium had already been set on fire—Fiji and France trading haymakers in a…
All-You-Can-Eat Rugby: New Zealand 7s Devour Great Britain in Pool A Blowout
By J.J. Pavlick | Sports Illustrated Stadium – Harrison, NJ | March 14, 2026 If you were hungry for hard-hitting action and sizzling skill, the Black Ferns Sevens cooked up the perfect rugby feast in Harrison, New Jersey, serving Great Britain a 46–5 Pool A blowout that left no crumbs behind. After last week’s high-stakes,…
Fiji Edge France in a High‑Tempo Women’s Opener as Harrison Comes Alive
By J.J. Pavlick | Sports Illustrated Stadium – Harrison, NJ | March 14, 2026 Harrison Comes Alive as Women’s Pool Play Begins The atmosphere at Sports Illustrated Stadium was electric as the women’s competition kicked off on a brisk, sunlit Saturday in Harrison, New Jersey. The scent of sizzling sausage and peppers mingled with the…
South Africa 7s Dominate New Zealand in Pool A Showdown Despite Chilly Harrison Conditions
By J.J. Pavlick | Sports Illustrated Stadium – Harrison, New Jersey | March 14, 2026 Electric Atmosphere Reigns in Harrison The cold morning in New Jersey did nothing to slow the momentum of a tournament already buzzing with storylines. Fans were still talking about Argentina’s stunning upset of No. 1 Fiji in the opener and…
Ruthless Australia 7s Cruise Past France 7s in Pool A
By J.J. Pavlick | Sports Illustrated Stadium – Harrison, NJ | March 15, 2026 On a brisk March afternoon, the air at Sports Illustrated Stadium crackled with anticipation. The third match of the day promised fireworks, and Australia 7s delivered in ruthless fashion, sweeping aside France 7s with a clinical 24–0 display. And with the…
Spain Surges Past Great Britain in Wind‑Whipped Sevens Thriller at Sports Illustrated Stadium
By J.J. Pavlick | HARRISON, NJ | March 14, 2026 Wind, Madness, and Mayhem Hit Pool B On a bone‑chilling Saturday at Sports Illustrated Stadium, with icy winds howling off the Passaic and flags snapping in the gale, Spain 7s staged a roaring comeback to topple Great Britain 24–14 in Pool B. And this came…
Argentina Stuns No. 1 Fiji as HSBC SVNS Erupts in New Jersey
A Cold Morning, a Shock Result, and a Tournament Ignited By: J.J. Pavlick | Sports Illustrated Stadium, Harrison, NJ | March 14, 2026 A biting New Jersey wind swept through Sports Illustrated Stadium, but inside, the atmosphere burned with anticipation. As the HSBC SVNS tournament rolled into Harrison, the opening clash between Fiji 7s and…
Captain Sammie Sullivan: Balancing Service and Sport – In Her Own Words
Introduction: A Leader on Every Field On a raw, windswept day at The Pingry School in New Jersey — the kind where the cold cuts sideways and flags snap like rifle reports — we caught up with Army Captain Samantha “Sammy” Sullivan. A Team USA star, West Point graduate, and embodiment of leadership on and…
Army Men’s Rugby Welcomes Danny Breda as Assistant Coach for 2026 Spring Season
WEST POINT, NY — Army West Point men’s rugby is charging into the 2026 Spring season with a powerful new addition: Danny Breda joins the Brothers XV as assistant coach, bringing championship pedigree, leadership, and a relentless work ethic to the Black Knights’ sideline. A Proven Winner Joins the Ranks Breda’s coaching journey is defined by…
USA Women’s 7s Sweep Aside Great Britain in Cape Town Thriller
The USA Women’s Rugby Sevens team delivered a statement performance in Cape Town, overcoming Great Britain 31-17 in a fast-paced and entertaining contest on Saturday morning at the DHL Stadium. With Olympic qualification momentum at stake and a storied rivalry fueling every moment, this win was more than just another match for the Eagles—it was…
New Zealand Women’s Sevens 38, USA Women’s Sevens 12 — SVNS Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa — It started like a punch to the mouth. Before the USA Women’s Sevens could settle into Pool A at DHL Stadium on Dec. 6, 2025, New Zealand hit the accelerator and never really let up, rolling to a 38–12 win. On paper, it’s a six-try gap. On the field, it was a lesson in…
USA Women’s Sevens 15, Fiji Women’s Sevens 7 — SVNS Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa — The USA Women’s Sevens controlled the match with ball in hand and turned early pressure into points, beating Fiji 15–7at DHL Stadium in Cape Town. The United States scored three tries and did their damage through pace and clean breaks, while Fiji stayed within reach thanks to a strong defensive work rate and…
Army Rugby Falls to Navy 21-16 in Heartbreaking Star Series Finale
WEST POINT, N.Y. – In a gut-wrenching finish at Anderson Rugby Complex, Army West Point men’s rugby surrendered a 16-7 lead in the final 10 minutes, falling 21-16 to rival Navy in Saturday evening’s Star Series presented by USAA. The Black Knights controlled much of the contest, building a 13-7 halftime advantage and extending their…
Army Women’s Rugby Falls 29-22 to Lindenwood in NIRA Semifinal, Season Ends in Heartbreaking Second-Half Collapse
Black Knights Squander 14-0 Lead as Lions Dominate Final 40 Minutes to Advance to NIRA Championship ST. CHARLES, Mo. – Army West Point women’s rugby’s championship dreams came to a crushing end Friday afternoon at Lindenwood’s Hunter Stadium. The Black Knights built a commanding 14-0 first-half lead before the Lions stormed back with 29 unanswered points…
Army Rugby Dominates Penn State 55-14 in Warrior Field Homecoming
Black Knights score eight tries in commanding Rugby East victory, setting stage for Navy showdown WEST POINT, N.Y. – After three consecutive road matches, Army West Point men’s rugby returned to Anderson Rugby Complex with authority Friday night, dismantling Penn State 55-14 in a dominant Rugby East performance under the lights at Warrior Field. The…
Army Rugby Dominates Air Force 52-7 in Halloween Showdown at Altitude
Black Knights deliver commanding performance in Colorado Springs, extending academy rivalry dominance to 14-2 all-time USAF Academy, Colorado – Army West Point men’s rugby turned Halloween into a house of horrors for Air Force on Friday afternoon, delivering a dominant 52-7 victory at 6,621 feet above sea level. The Black Knights’ commanding performance at the…
Army Rugby Prepares for Halloween Showdown Against Air Force in High-Altitude Academy Battle
Black Knights travel west for spooky academy rivalry clash as they look to extend dominance over Falcons on All Hallows’ Eve USAF Academy, Colorado – The spirits of academy rivalries past will haunt the Rocky Mountains this Halloween as Army West Point men’s rugby ventures into hostile territory for a Friday afternoon showdown against Air…
Army Men’s Rugby Holds Off No. 5 Mount St. Mary’s 24-15 Behind Dominant First Half
EMMITSBURG, Maryland — No. 6 Army West Point men’s rugby built a commanding 19-point halftime lead and relied on a stern defensive performance in the second half to defeat No. 5 Mount St. Mary’s 24-15 on Saturday afternoon at Echo Field. Isaac Gamboa recorded a pair of tries and Howie Heller was a perfect 4-for-4…
Army Women’s Rugby Dominates Navy 84-0 in Star Game, Extends All-Time Series Record to 20-0
WEST POINT, N.Y. — The Army West Point women’s rugby team delivered a historic performance on Saturday afternoon, dismantling Navy 84-0 at the Anderson Rugby Complex in the most anticipated regular season matchup of the year—the Star Game, presented as part of the Army-Navy Star Series by USAA. The dominant victory extended Army’s perfect all-time…
Army Women’s Rugby Running Rampant on La Salle Sweeping The Match
Philadelphia, Pa. – The Army rugby team delivered a dominant offensive display Saturday afternoon, sweeping all three 10s matches against La Salle at Hank DeVincent Field. The Black Knights’ relentless attacking prowess proved too much for the Explorers to contain, as Army posted convincing victories of 21-0, 10-7, and 14-10 to cap a strong road performance.…
Washington Spirit Owner Michele Kang Honored by USA Rugby at 50th Anniversary Golden Gala
Kang Receives Inaugural Eagle Honor Award for Transformative Contribution to Women’s Rugby By: J.J. Pavlick | Washington, DC | July 18, 2025 Washington Spirit majority owner Michele Kang was honored with USA Rugby’s inaugural Eagle Honor Award at the organization’s 50th Anniversary Golden Gala last night. The award recognizes individuals whose leadership and investment have…
Banshees Fall Short in Vital Late Season Contest
As the first season of Women’s Elite Rugby reaches its final stretch, the Boston Banshees suffered a setback in their final home game that could put their championship hopes in jeopardy.
‘A fresh new brand’: Behind the Scenes on Marketing a New League
The WER is not relying on reflected attention to grow the sport or to grow the new league: there are people in every market working to build something that can take root and last.
Boston Banshees Batter Chicago Tempest
A hat trick from Katie Lohaus and ten points of conversions by Rachael Harkavy helped power the Boston Banshees to their second consecutive 49 point game.
‘Strong, fast, sneaky’: A Fleet fan takes in Women’s Elite Rugby
“I suggested that Meg should come and watch some rugby. And we would try and teach them as much as we could.”
Boston Banshees Have the Final Word in Tidewater Landing Opener
The league-leading Denver Onyx spoiled the Boston Banshees’ second home opener at Centreville Bank Stadium on Sunday, but the home side earned the final try of the match to finish the loss on a high note.
Boston Banshees Face Tough Opponent After Narrow Loss
The Boston Banshees registered their first loss of the season while missing their Eagles players. Their next game will be against the top team in Women’s Elite Rugby.
‘This is how rugby should be played’: Boston Banshees Dominate in Inaugural Home Match
The Boston Banshees triumphed in their first ever game on home soil, taking down the Twin City Gemini in a commanding 36-10 victory. Boston’s newest professional sports team dominated the game in front of a passionate home crowd and set a standard for themselves in the inaugural season of Women’s Elite Rugby.
Women’s Elite Rugby 2025: Venue Locations and Schedule Revealed
The league Women’s Elite Rugby (WER) has announced the locations of its venues and stadiums, along with the schedule for its inaugural season, following the exciting launch of the team crests and colors. The venues were intentionally chosen to be community-driven spaces known for bringing people together. Additionally, the league opted for smaller to mid-sized stadiums to…
New York Exiles Announce 2025 Athlete Roster
Mount Vernon, NY– Maquieira has strategically assembled a powerhouse team, blending homegrown talent and years of experience. “This roster is loaded with a mix of upcoming stars and grizzled vets who are looking to establish an exciting brand of rugby that will make the city proud. We’re looking forward to putting on a show for…
