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Get ready for the ultimate sprint through the latest and greatest in women's rugby with the "Women's Rugby Rundown"! It's not just news; it's your weekly dose of all things awesome in the world of women's rugby, served up in bite-sized, engaging nuggets. We're on a mission to keep you in the loop without taking up your precious time. Expect top stories, updates, and events delivered with a dash of fun. If you're a fan of women's rugby and love a good time, join the ride! And hey, if you want to be a VIP supporter, check out our Patreon page.

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  • S7 · E271
    Yesterday · 12 min

    Uganda Win Africa 7s, Kenya Win Youth Olympic Gold, Trailfinders Win Next Gen Cup | WRR 271

    Welcome to WRR 271 for November 2 to 8. Uganda are African sevens champions for the first time and head to SVNS 3 in Dubai, Lebanon earned promotion in Aqaba, and Trailfinders won the first trophy in their history in the Next Gen Cup. We also catch up on Kenya's historic Youth Olympic gold and Australia's World Deaf Sevens title, World Rugby's Dream Team and the RugbyPass Top 50, plus a big week of club results from Chicago to Getxo. Let's get into it. 🌍 Want more? Our global weekly women's rugby news recap can be found at https://yscrugby.com/womens-rugby-rundown/. #WRR #WomensRugbyRundown #WomensRugby #Rugby #RugbyNews

  • S7 · E270
    November 2 · 19 min

    England Hit Back, Black Ferns Sweep France, Ireland Make History | WRR 270

    Welcome to WRR 270 for October 26 to November 1. In XVs, England bounced back with a nine-try win over the USA, the Black Ferns completed a clean sweep of France, Ireland won their first series in South Africa and Wales finished with a double over Japan. Off the field, Kaipo Olsen-Baker was named World Rugby Women's 15s Player of the Year, Dave Butcher was confirmed as Scotland's head coach, and Samoa reached a governance agreement with World Rugby. In sevens, the World Deaf Rugby Sevens and the Youth Olympic Games head into their medal rounds. It's been a big week of women's rugby news, so settle in for our longest Women's Rugby Rundown yet. 🌍 Want more? Our global weekly women's rugby news recap can be found at https://yscrugby.com/2026/11/02/england-hit-back-black-ferns-sweep-france-ireland-make-history-wrr-270/. #WRR #WomensRugbyRundown #WomensRugby #Rugby #RugbyNews

  • S7 · E269
    October 26 · 11 min

    Canada Beat England Again, Eagles Win Five Straight, Wallaroos Sweep Scotland | WRR 269

    Welcome to WRR 269 for October 19-25. In XVs, Canada beat England again to defend the Utrecht Shield, the USA won a fifth straight Test for the first time since 2006, the Wallaroos completed a sweep of Scotland, the Black Ferns beat France in their 150th Test, Ireland won in Cape Town and Wales won in Tokyo. Off the field, the Wallaroos will go full-time from 2027, the Welsh Rugby Union posted an £18.1 million loss, and Rugby Canada received new government funding. 🌍 Want more? Our global weekly women's rugby news recap can be found at https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/10/26/canada-beat-england-again-eagles-win-five-straight-wallaroos-sweep-scotland-wrr-269/. #WRR #WomensRugbyRundown #WomensRugby #Rugby #RugbyNews

  • S7 · E268
    October 19 · 12 min

    Canada Ends England’s Unbeaten Run, Japan Wins Asia Sevens, No Idea Wins Samoa Stop 2 | WRR 268

    Welcome to WRR 268 for October 12-18. Japan won the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series, with China earning a place in SVNS 3, and the dates for the 2027 SVNS 2 promotion series are set. In XVs, the WXV Global Series returned, and Canada ended England's unbeaten run in front of a record North American crowd, while the Black Ferns, the Wallaroos and the USA all won. Off the field, the Welsh Rugby Union named a new chair. Domestically, Poli USP and Melina are set for the Copa do Brasil Feminina final, the semifinals are set for the JAECOO Next Gen Cup in England, and Fiji's Subrails Marama Championship. 🌍 Want more? Our global weekly women's rugby news recap can be found at https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/10/19/canada-ends-englands-unbeaten-run-japan-wins-asia-sevens-no-idea-wins-samoa-stop-2-wrr-268/.

  • S7 · E267
    October 12 · 11 min

    Argentina Win Sudamericano 7s, Lionesses Repeat at Safari 7s, Canterbury Win Premiership | WRR 267

    Welcome to WRR 267 for October 5-11. Argentina won the Sudamericano 7s, beating Brazil, and Kenya's Lionesses won Safari 7s. In XVs, it was a quiet week for Tests and the World Rugby rankings held steady, but the WXV Global Series returns this weekend. Off the field, World Rugby is cracking down on hip drop tackles, and we have lots of squad and coaching news. Domestically, Canterbury won the Farah Palmer Cup Premiership and Railway Union upset defending champions UL Bohemian on the opening weekend of the Irish Energia AIL. 🌍 Want more? Our global weekly women's rugby news recap can be found at https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/10/12/argentina-win-sudamericano-7s-lionesses-repeat-at-safari-7s-canterbury-win-premiership-wrr-267/.

  • S7 · E266
    October 5 · 6 min

    Japan Win Asian Games 7s Gold, TUKS Win Africa 7s, Ireland Beat Japan, Springboks Beat Spain | WRR 266

    Welcome to WRR 266 for September 28-October 4. Japan beat defending champions China to win the Asian Games, while South Africa's TUKS took the title at the Africa 7s. In the XVs, Ireland beat Japan, and the Springboks shut out Spain. The World Rugby rankings shifted slightly, with Wales climbing above Japan into 11th. Off the field, we have more on the WXV Challenger heat disruption in Hong Kong, plus a Canada documentary heading to Crave. Domestically, the Farah Palmer Cup finals are set, with Canterbury hosting Auckland in the Premiership and Wellington Pride facing Northland in the Championship. 🌍 Want more? Our global weekly women's rugby news recap can be found at https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/10/05/japan-win-asian-games-7s-gold-tuks-win-africa-7s-ireland-beat-japan-springboks-beat-spain-wrr-266/.

  • S7 · E265
    September 28 · 13 min

    Fijiana Win WXV Challenger, Pacific Current & Argentina Win 7s, Red Roses Edge Black Ferns | WRR 265

    Welcome to WRR 265 for September 21-27. Pacific Current capped the inaugural Ultimate Sevens season with Grand Final glory in London, while Argentina's Yaguaretés claimed South American Games gold. Fijiana lifted the first-ever WXV Global Series Challenger trophy in Hong Kong, while in the top tier, a late Zoe Harrison interception sank the Black Ferns, France shut down Canada, and the USA Eagles won in Cardiff. Off the field, Oceania Rugby cancelled its regional 7s Cup, leaving Pacific teams without a clear pathway to SVNS 3, while Bangladesh signed a landmark MOU to grow the women's game. Domestically, the Farah Palmer Cup semifinals are set, with Auckland, Waikato, Canterbury, and Manawatū chasing the Premiership title. 🌍 Want more? Our global weekly women's rugby news recap can be found at https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/09/28/fijiana-win-wxv-challenger-pacific-current-argentina-win-7s-red-roses-edge-black-ferns-wrr-265/. #WRR #WomensRugbyRundown, #WomensRugby #Rugby

  • S7 · E264
    September 21 · 13 min

    Thunderbirds & Pacific Current Win 7s, Eagles Stun Ireland, Red Roses & Canada Draw in WXV | WRR 264

    Welcome to WRR 264 for September 14-20. Pacific Current captured the Ultimate Sevens title in Biarritz while Argentina and Colombia made power moves in South American Games pool play. Across the 15s landscape, the WXV Global Series erupted with stunning results, including Wales breaking their losing streak, England and Canada battling to a thrilling draw, France surviving short-handed, and the USA Eagles completing a remarkable comeback against Ireland. Off the field, governance issues dominated headlines with Wales continuing to face political scrutiny, New Zealand Rugby projecting steep financial deficits, and Spanish courts stepping in to expand the Iberdrola League. Domestically, the Thunderbirds wrapped up the Uganda Sevens title, Stirling County leads a fierce top-three race in Scotland, and Canterbury locked down their spot atop the Farah Palmer Cup ladder. 🌍 Want more? Our global weekly women's rugby news recap can be found at https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/09/21/thunderbirds-pacific-current-win-7s-eagles-stun-ireland-red-roses-canada-draw-in-wxv-wrr-264/.

  • S7 · E263
    September 14 · 12 min

    England Tops Australia, Mwamba Wins Kenya 7s, Atlantic Novas Claim Ultimate Title & LA28 Pathway | WRR 263

    Welcome to WRR 263 for September 7-13. The Red Roses extended their historic winning streak to 39 matches after overcoming a half-time deficit against Australia, while Mwamba secured the Kenya National 7s Circuit crown, and the Atlantic Novas captured the inaugural Ultimate Sevens title in Cardiff. Beyond the pitch, World Rugby unveiled the qualification pathway for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, set against a backdrop of historic WXV comebacks, strategic high-performance grants, and domestic competitions continuing across four continents. 🌍 Want more? Our global weekly women's rugby news recap can be found at https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/09/14/england-tops-australia-mwamba-wins-kenya-7s-atlantic-novas-claim-ultimate-title-la28-pathway-wrr-263/

  • S7 · E262
    September 7 · 11 min

    Historic Black Ferns Win, Fiji Thriller, Canada FISU Crown, and Quins Queens Take Embu 7s | WRR 262

    Welcome to WRR 262 for August 31-September 6. The Black Ferns secured a historic 52-20 win over South Africa, while Fiji narrowly held off a late second-half comeback from Japan to earn a 15-12 victory. In 7s action, Canada capped off an undefeated campaign in Stellenbosch to claim their fourth women’s FISU World University Championship Rugby Sevens title. Off the field, squad announcements poured in for the upcoming WXV Global Series alongside shocking news out of South Africa as head coach Swys de Bruin stepped down from his post. 🌍 Want more? Our global weekly women's rugby news recap can be found at https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/09/07/historic-black-ferns-win-fiji-thriller-canada-fisu-crown-and-quins-queens-take-embu-7s-wrr-262/

  • S7 · E261
    September 1 · 12 min

    Japan Claims Asia Sevens Title as Munster Sweeps Interpros | WRR 261

    Welcome to WRR 261 for August 24-30. Japan clinched the opening round title of the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series in Suzhou, while Munster secured their second consecutive Vodafone Interprovincial Championship title in Ireland. On the test stage, the Netherlands swept past Scotland A, Brazil turned heads with a commanding victory over South Africa A, and Canada announced a powerhouse 36-player roster for WXV alongside record-breaking ticket sales in Toronto. Meanwhile, domestic action ignited in New Zealand with the return of the Dr. Farah Palmer Cup, even as broadcasting cutbacks sparked backlash. Off the pitch, governance battles continue to rage across Wales, the United States, and Samoa, while Japan officially confirmed Toshizumi Kitagawa as Head Coach of the Sakura Fifteen. 🌍 Want more? Our global weekly women's rugby news recap can be found at https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/09/01/japan-claims-asia-sevens-title-as-munster-sweeps-interpros-wrr-261/ #WRR #WomensRugbyRundown, #WomensRugby #Rugby

  • S7 · E260
    August 24 · 11 min

    Black Ferns, Toulousain, Selangor & Ottawa Wolves Claim Titles | WRR 260

    Welcome to WRR 260 for August 16-23. The Black Ferns retained the Laurie O’Reilly Cup in style. In 7s, Stade Toulousain captured the opening stage of the In Extenso SuperSevens in Biarritz, while Selangor produced a dominant shut-out victory over Sarawak to claim gold at the SUKMA Games. On the global stage, Canada’s Ottawa Wolves lifted the Amanda Mark Cup at the Bingham Cup in Brisbane. Off the pitch, USA Rugby faces critical legal exposure as a federal judge greenlit discovery in an ongoing discrimination lawsuit amidst parallel collegiate governance challenges, while a landmark 16-year study published in Frontiers in Sports and Active Living highlighted severe injury trends and time-loss risks across past Women’s Rugby World Cups. 🌍 Want more? Our global weekly women's rugby news recap can be found at https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/08/24/wrr-260/ #WRR #WomensRugbyRundown, #WomensRugby #Rugby

  • S7 · E259
    August 17 · 9 min

    Springboks Sweep Fiji, Yaras Rebound, Wallaroos Head Coach Appointed & WRU Still Under Fire | WRR 259

    Welcome to WRR 259 for August 10-16. Brazil's Yaras edged out the USA Falcons in a thriller in São Paulo, while the Springbok Women clinched the Ubuntu–Bula Trophy in Fiji. Meanwhile, major off-field turbulence made waves as Rugby Australia appointed Sione Fukofuka as Wallaroos head coach for 2027 amidst growing questions surrounding his sudden release from Scotland, and the Welsh Rugby Union board continues to find itself locked in a fierce public civil war over proposed structural cuts. On the domestic front, Mwamba retained their Kabeberi 7s crown in Kenya, Ukraine held its national 7s cup under secretive conditions in Kyiv, and global test match attendance records continue to hit unprecedented highs. 🌍 Want more? Our global weekly women's rugby news recap can be found at https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/08/16/springboks-sweep-fiji-yaras-rebound-wallaroos-head-coach-appointed-wru-still-under-fire-wrr-259/ #WRR #WomensRugbyRundown, #WomensRugby #Rugby

  • S7 · E258
    August 11 · 9 min

    Denver Onyx Repeat as WER Champions, Nagato Blue Angels wins Taiyo Seimei 7s & Scion Claims Club 7s Crown | WRR 258

    Welcome to WRR 258 for August 3-9. The Denver Onyx made history by claiming back-to-back Women's Elite Rugby titles. Over in domestic sevens, Scion captured their fifth USA Club 7s National Championship, while Japan's Nagato Blue Angels secured their fourth consecutive Taiyo Life 7s Series crown. Internationally, the Womenboks beat Fiji, the USA Falcons edged the Brazil Yaras, and national unions across Scotland, Italy, Wales, and New Zealand released training squads as the WXV Global Series approaches. 🌍 Our global weekly women's rugby news recap can be found at https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/08/10/denver-onyx-repeat-as-wer-champions-nagato-blue-angels-wins-taiyo-seimei-7s-scion-claims-club-7s-crown-wrr-235/ #WRR #WomensRugbyRundown, #WomensRugby #Rugby

  • S7 · E257
    August 4 · 10 min

    Blues Retain Crown, WXV Dates Confirmed, and SVNS 1 Rinses and Repeats | WRR 257

    Welcome to WRR 257 for July 27-August 2. World Rugby confirmed the WXV Global Series format and dates while pulling off a rinse-and-repeat on the 2027 HSBC SVNS circuit. In domestic XVs action, the Blues went back-to-back as champions in the Women's Super Rugby Champions Final against the NSW Waratahs, while the All-Army team edged out Navy to capture the Armed Forces Women's Rugby Championship title. Over in 7s, Mwamba claimed the inaugural Dala 7s crown in Kenya. Meanwhile, major developments came out of New Zealand and Australia with 2degrees backing NZR's women's programs and the Australian Government committing 30 million dollars to the Impact Beyond legacy project. 🌍 Our global women's rugby news recap can be found at https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/08/03/blues-retain-crown-wxv-dates-confirmed-and-svns-1-rinses-and-repeats-wrr-257/

  • S7 · E256
    July 27 · 8 min

    Champions Crowned in Split, Kitakyushu, Kenya, Uganda, Australia & New Zealand in Packed Weekend | WRR 256

    Welcome to WRR 256 for July 20-26. Ireland conquered the Split 7s leg with an unbeaten run, while Poland secured the overall 2026 Europe Championship Series title by marching into their second consecutive final. Down Under, the Waratahs captured their seventh Super W championship, while the Blues locked up their third straight Super Aupiki title with a dramatic last-minute try. Meanwhile, the USA U20 Eagles completed a thorough sweep of the Junior Springboks, and the Bay Breakers punched their ticket to the Women’s Elite Rugby Legacy Cup final. 🌍 Our global women's rugby news recap can be found at https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/07/27/champions-crowned-in-split-kitakyushu-kenya-uganda-australia-new-zealand-in-packed-weekend-wrr-256/. #womensrugby #WRR #Rugby

  • S7 · E255
    July 20 · 9 min

    Super Aupiki and Super W Finalists Locked In as WXV Schedule Details Emerge | WRR 255

    Welcome to WRR 255 for July 13-19. On the international stage, we're catching up on a July 4 clash where Bermuda won over Cayman Islands. Off the pitch, community outrage is boiling over as World Rugby failed to broadcast two top-ten Tests, and our direct requests for answers have been ignored. In other news, pioneering referee Aimee BAR-it THAIR-un announced a pause from officiating to undergo breast cancer treatment. Finally, domestic title races are reaching a climax. Matatū and the Blues locked in the Super Rugby Aupiki final, the Fijian Drua and NSW Waratahs advanced to the Super W decider, and WER delivered a dramatic Round 9 to set up a winner-take-all showdown between TC Gemini and the Bay Breakers. 🌍 Our global women's rugby news recap can be found at https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/07/20/super-aupiki-and-super-w-finalists-locked-in-as-wxv-schedule-details-emerge-wrr-255/

  • S7 · E254
    July 13 · 13 min

    USA Eagles Split the Series in South Africa While Double Overtimes Shake Up WER | Episode 254

    Welcome to WRR 254 for July 6-12. In international 15s action, the USA Eagles bounced back to level their test series against South Africa, though the on-field triumph was vastly overshadowed by another broadcasting failure from World Rugby that left the match dark while 12 separate men’s fixtures streamed with no known issues. Over in the 7s arena, PRISM FUKUOKA won the Taiyo Seimei Women’s Series second stop. Off the field, global structural changes are accelerating as Spain unveiled a progressive multi-year roadmap, Australia pledged a multi-million dollar sports package to Fiji, and the rugby community united to defend Olympic star Ilona Maher from vile internet commentary. Finally, domestic leagues are heating up as both the Super W’s competition and Super Aupiki rapidly edge closer to the end of their competitive regular seasons, while the Denver Onyx climbed to the summit of the table following consecutive days of extra-time drama, and an independent review was formally launched to investigate a toxic culture at Coventry Welsh. 🌍 Our global women's rugby news recap can be found at https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/07/13/usa-eagles-split-the-series-in-south-africa-while-double-overtimes-shake-up-wer-episode-254/

  • S253 · E7
    July 6 · 10 min

    France Strikes Gold in Hamburg and Springboks Upset Eagles | WRR 253

    Welcome to WRR 253 for June 29 to July 5. The international sevens circuit brought massive excitement as France claimed the gold medal at the Hamburg Sevens, navigating a highly competitive tournament where traditional powerhouses fell early. Meanwhile, the global rugby calendar saw plenty of off-field drama and on-field action, headlined by South Africa securing a landmark victory over the United States in a test match overshadowed by widespread global broadcast failures. In domestic club competitions, historic streaks were broken across Australia and New Zealand as the Queensland Reds and Hurricanes Poua pulled off monumental upsets to reshape their respective playoff pictures. 🌍 Our global women's rugby news recap can be found at https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/07/06/wrr-253/

  • S7 · E252
    June 29 · 13 min

    Saracens Overthrow Trailfinders and Stade Bordelais Seals a Historic Quadruple | WRR 252

    Welcome to WRR 252 for June 22 through 28. This weekend delivered a sensational haul of sevens silverware as Ukraine swept the European Sevens Trophy, and the Hammerheads secured the domestic LIT Super Sevens crown. In fifteen-a-side action, a youthful Welsh squad stunned the Barbarians, while Saracens captured the PWR title, Stade Bordelais grabbed a historic quadruple in the AXA Elite 1 finale, and the Delhi Redz claimed a historic inaugural franchise title. Beyond the pitch, the professional landscape shifted with a landmark four-year contract framework from the RFU and a game-changing high-performance executive appointment by Rugby Australia, building major momentum just as we look ahead to a colossal international test series brewing between South Africa and the USA! 🌍 Our global women's rugby news recap can be found at: https://scrumhalfconnection.com/2026/06/29/saracens-overthrow-trailfinders-and-stade-bordelais-seals-a-historic-quadruple-wrr-252/

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