Rugby player Eugene Hanna passes away at 30 due to ‘incurable’ injury during a match
Tragic Loss of Rugby Player Eugene Hanna Eugene Hanna, a 30-year-old rugby player from Auckland, New Zealand, has sadly passed away following injuries sustained during a match on May 2nd. He was a member of the Premier Reserve team of the Glenora Bears. The injuries were categorized as “non-survivable,” although specifics haven’t been disclosed. After […]
Rugby player suspended for 11 years in urine-swapping scandal
DUBLIN — A scandal has rocked Georgian rugby, with six players facing lengthy suspensions—one for an astonishing 11 years—following their involvement in a scheme to manipulate anti-doping tests. This situation has been labeled by World Rugby as the “most extensive anti-doping investigation ever conducted in rugby.” The former team captain, Merab Sharikadze, received the harshest […]
Ilona Maher shares tips for achieving ‘rugby thighs’ at the gym
Ilona Maher: Rugby’s Breakout Star Ilona Maher isn’t just a standout player in rugby; she embodies the spirit of teamwork. At 29, this Vermont native maintains a strong sense of community, especially during workouts. When fans ask about her fitness routine, she candidly responds, “It’s just what my coach told me to do.” “I see […]
Las Vegas rugby event offers a little something for everyone
Rugby League Lights Up Las Vegas LAS VEGAS — After a week brimming with excitement about rugby league, the much-anticipated games finally kicked off Saturday night at Allegiant Stadium, bringing even more surprises and vibrancy to the atmosphere. In the opening match between English Super League teams, Leeds Rhinos took a decisive win over Hull […]
National Rugby League demonstrates that Las Vegas success is not just a temporary event.
Growing Rugby League in Las Vegas LAS VEGAS — So, how do you introduce a less familiar sport in a place that doesn’t really know it? Well, one way is to follow the example set by the National Rugby League (NRL), which has put together a week-long showcase over the past three years here. This […]
Rugby League’s move to Las Vegas expands the sport and boosts earnings
NRL’s Unique Venture in Las Vegas LAS VEGAS — The National Rugby League (NRL) is carving out a distinctive presence here, reminiscent of the NFL’s recent international expansions into places like England, Mexico, Germany, Spain, and, for the first time this year, Australia. Launched just three years ago into a five-year plan in Las Vegas, […]
Rugby League begins its season in Las Vegas.
LAS VEGAS — The National Rugby League is kicking off its season again with a doubleheader at Allegiant Field, marking the third consecutive year for this event. As part of this tradition, the NRL introduces four new teams to Las Vegas annually. This Saturday, the Queensland Cowboys will take on the Newcastle Knights at 9:15 […]
USA Rugby establishes inclusive division for trans athletes following government directive
USA Rugby Introduces “Open” Gender Classification USA Rugby, the governing body for rugby in the United States, announced on Friday a new “open” gender classification aimed at accommodating transgender athletes. This update follows President Trump’s executive order a year ago, which prohibited men from participating in women’s sports, and recent guidelines from the United States […]
Rugby player Matt Burton attracting interest from NFL scouts
Matt Barton: Rugby Star Drawing NFL Attention LAS VEGAS — The NFL’s scouting combine is happening this week in Indianapolis, and it seems that Matt Barton might be a notable omission from the event. Instead, Barton is in Las Vegas assisting the Canterbury Bulldogs as they prepare for their season opener against the St George […]
Brianna Aguilera’s wrongful death lawsuit against rugby club and UT organization
Family of Texas A&M Student Sues Following Her Death The family of Brianna Aguilera, a Texas A&M student who tragically died after falling from a high-rise apartment last November, is taking legal action against two organizations. They allege that she was excessively intoxicated due to the excessive serving of alcohol before her death at age […]