While any member of a team would normally commit to an entire season, it appears that the interests of competing at the pinnacle of rugby - the Women’s Rugby World Cup to be played in Ireland, in August - is a big carrot for many of the current Black Ferns sevens side. Select players were named part of a wider training squad of 51 (announced in February) and each now find themselves having to abandon the 'Sevens Sisters' to try-out for a team to be selected to play in June fixtures. READ MORE
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Bayleys National Sevens Finals 2017
Day One of the 2017 Bayleys National Sevens saw a much more fast-paced match style, with teams testing each other on the edges and with some huge tackling as well. However on the flip-side, Day Two was about 'who played the smartest rugby sevens' leading up to the important Cup finals. Read about who performed and both finals matches. READ MORE
Farah Palmer Cup Displays Women’s Rugby at it’s Best
Over the last five weeks, the best women’s rugby players in New Zealand have been out in force. Representing there provincial unions, the Farah Palmer Cup displays Women’s Rugby at it’s best. Last Word On Rugby is determined to shine a light on the all sides of the game, so please enjoy a wrap of the latest […] READ MORE
North Harbour Rugby is the Winner on a Sunny Afternoon
If you have read many of my articles on Grassroots Rugby, the theme is common. The game of rugby brings spectators closer to the game, engaging their passion and loyalty that many other similar ‘ball sports’ can hold. With that, comes mutual benefits–North Harbour fans got to see their team perform, and when the conditions […] READ MORE