Meet Jack Walsh: The rugby wanderer who is loving life in Wales and the BKT URC
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFrom New South Wales to South Wales, via days in Devon, it’s been some rugby journey for the American-born Jack Walsh. It’s one which has brought him to a country, a team and a league he loves,...
Japan Rugby League One 2023-24 Round Four Official Preview
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDivision One - Cross Border Build Up Continues The return of Japan Rugby League One after the New Year’s break sees the competition’s four participants in next month’s Cross-Border matches...
“Excited” Jo Yapp aiming to drive Wallaroos forward
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFor Jo Yapp, the opportunity to become the first full-time head coach of the Wallaroos and lead a talented squad on the road to Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 was too good to turn down. Yapp, the...
Patrice Lagisquet: The man who unlocked Portugal's potential
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe former Os Lobos head coach looks back on his four years in charge, which included a stellar performance at Men's Rugby World Cup 2023. It all started with a simple approach to the president of the...
IRFU Announce 150th Celebrations For 2024/25 Season
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe IRFU (Irish Rugby Football Union) is delighted to announce plans for its 150th year celebrations which will take place during the 2024/25 season. Throughout the 2024/25 season, the IRFU will...
World Rugby Chairman Sir Bill Beaumont awarded Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the British Empire for services to rugby in His Majesty The King’s New Year’s Honours lis
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby Chairman Sir Bill Beaumont has expressed his gratitude and says that he is “honoured and humbled” after being awarded the Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the British Empire for...
Peter Horne appointed Rugby Australia's new High Performance Director, David Nucifora joins as advisor
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRugby Australia has announced the appointment of Peter Horne as the new Director of High Performance of Rugby. It comes as RA confirms David Nucifora will return to Australia to serve as a High Performance...
Grant Anderson named Queensland Reds Super Rugby Women’s coach
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyGrant Anderson has been appointed the Queensland Reds Super Rugby Women’s head coach for 2024. Anderson brings over 15-years of top level coaching experience to the role, having spent...
All Blacks unveil 2024 management group
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Zealand Rugby (NZR) has confirmed the 2024 All Blacks management group under new Head Coach Scott Robertson. The group includes seven members who carry over from the previous All Blacks...
A shock return for Wallabies and Brumbies legend at age 41
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Australia flyhalf Matt Giteau will make his return to professional rugby at the age of 41 after signing with American club San Diego Legion for the 2024 season of Major League Rugby (MLR). Giteau,...
