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Denver Onyx are headed to the Legacy Cup! Denver Onyx have secured their spot in the Legacy Cup on Saturday, June 29 at 2PM CT in Eagan, Minnesota . Get your tickets now to watch the Onyx compete live!
Our broadcast partnership with DAZN is being paused, with both sides aligned on the need to reassess the broadcast strategy moving forward. We appreciate DAZN’s early commitment, however challenges have meant we are pausing all broadcasts while we evaluate how to deliver the fan experience we promised. We are actively pursuing an alternative with the intention of being back on air as soon as possible for the remainder of the regular season and Legacy Cup. We will share updates as they become available.
Women’s Elite Rugby’s national championship will be held in Eagan, MN WHAT: The 2025 Legacy Cup , the national championship for Women’s Elite Rugby , is set for Sunday, June 29 at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota. The two title contenders will be determined at the conclusion of WER’s regular season and will then play for the Legacy Cup. The start time of the Legacy Cup will be announced at a later date. Ticket presale will open to WER insiders on Monday, May 12th . Early access ticket sales will open to the general public on Monday, May 19th . Fans can sign up for the newsletter at www.womenseliterugby.us/newsletter for access to the presale. Legacy Cup visual assets for media are here . “We are proud to bring Women’s Elite Rugby to the heart of the Midwest where the passion for the sport runs deep. The 2025 Legacy Cup will be a celebration of how far the league has come in our inaugural season and a powerful platform for the growth of the game,” said Dr. Jessica Hammond-Graf, WER President . WHERE: TCO Stadium in Eagan, MN 2685 Vikings Cir Eagan, MN 55121 *Attached to the Minnesota Vikings headquarters and training facility WHEN: Sunday, June 29 Time TBA For media members interested in attending the Legacy Cup, please fill out the credential form HERE and your request will be vetted in a timely manner. If you are interested in speaking to a WER representative about the Legacy Cup, please contact Sam Pell at wer@lindarothpr.com . For the latest news and updates surrounding the league, follow WER on Facebook , Instagram , X and LinkedIn . About WER Women’s Elite Rugby (WER) is the first American professional women’s rugby league. The mission of the WER is to be the defining standard of rugby in the United States. WER is structured on the stable foundation of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), a national, amateur pay-to-play model, high level rugby competition established in 2009. With the creation of Women’s Elite Rugby, world-class women’s rugby will be ushered into the next stage of its evolution and will take women’s rugby in the United States to new heights.
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Announcing the Legacy Cup Clinic! Join us Saturday, June 28 in Eagan for a FREE clinic sponsored by Minnesota Sports and Events!
🕛 12–2 PM
👕 Free T-shirt
🎟 Chance to be a Player Pal at the Legacy Cup Game
💪 Learn new skills
🧒 Ages 5–18 | All skill levels | Coed
Don’t miss out — register now at womenseliterugby.us
Onyx clinches 1st place and the Breakers move into 2nd following strong wins in Week 12! The Exiles still have a chance to make it to the final, but it all comes down to this weekend 👀
#rugby #womenssports #standings
The results are in from Week 12, with Onyx and Breakers getting the wins in front of their home crowds 💜
📸 @lemoniceslushie
#rugby #womenssports #results
MUST. WIN. GAMES.
Every point counts as the race for the Legacy Cup tightens! Grab your tickets at the link in bio to catch every second or stream live on our website 🔗
#rugby #womenssports #schedule
Celebrate pride at our Pride Night matches this month! Grab your tickets at the link in bio and come out to show your pride 🌈
#rugby #womenssports #pride
Oh how the tables have turned! It’s madness in Week 11!!
📸 @lemoniceslushie @tamar.kreit @beckyduffyhill.creative @seanhaleyeah
#rugby #womenssports #WER
…I will still be going 🤭🤭
#WomensEliteRugby #LegacyCup #WomensRugby #WatchWomensSports #WomensSports
Shaking things up in Week 11!
Only 2 points separates 2nd from 4th in the fight for a spot in the Legacy Cup! Grab your tickets for the final two weeks of matches at the link in our bio 🔗
#rugby #womenssports #standings
Nail biters all around! Check out the results from Week 11 ⬆️
📸 @poojas_portraits
#rugby #womenssports #results
HAPPY PRIDE 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
There’s a place for everyone in rugby, and we’re so glad to have you!
#rugby #womenssports #pridemonth
May is Jewish American Heritage Month! As the month comes to a close, we’re honoring the rich history of Jewish American ruggers who have helped build the foundation we stand on today 💙
#rugby #jewishamericanheritagemonth
All 6 teams in action this weekend! A fight for the Cup, a Battle of the Midwest, and a scrappy rematch! Grab your tickets and tune in at the link in our bio to witness every hit live!
#rugby #womenssports #schedule
The countdown is on! Grab your tickets NOW and join us at the Legacy Cup!
🎟️ link in bio
With this weekend’s win, the Onyx have clinched their spot in the 2025 Legacy Cup!
Now the race is on for the final spot in the first-ever WER Championship! Who will be facing the Onyx on June 29th at TCO Stadium? Drop your guesses below 👇
And dont forget, tickets are on sale NOW for the Legacy Cup and the link in our bio!
#rugby #womenssports #standings
Close at the half, but Onyx and Breakers come out on top after a hard-fought 80'
#rugby #womenssports #results
In memory of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
#MemorialDay
Congratulations to the New York Exiles @forever_jamaica for being selected to Jamaica @ladycrocsrugby squad for their test match against Mexico today!
Tune in at 3pm ET at the link in our bio to catch our WER athletes face off! 🇯🇲 🇲🇽
#rugby #womenssports #jamaica #ladycrocs #testmatch
No shortage of games this weekend, with the top 4 teams in action! If you haven't gotten your tickets yet, be sure to head to the link in our bio to witness the hits live. For those at home, tune in on our website to watch all the plays 📺
And who's staying up late to catch our WER teammates take on the Black Ferns tonight? 🙋
#rugby #womenssports #schedule
We’re excited to share that both games this weekend will be live streamed for FREE at womenseliterugby.us/watch-online (link in bio)!
Please note that this weekend’s matches will feature live game and ref audio from on-field mics. As we work through this transition period, we know that the quality of the feed may not yet match what we are used to, but we are doing everything we can to provide fans, friends, and family the opportunity to watch your favorite athletes compete.
Thank you for sticking with us as we work to find solutions!
#rugby #womenssports #broadcast
🚨 ONLY A FEW GAMES LEFT! 🚨
The Women’s Elite Rugby season is heading into the final stretch and if you haven’t been to a match yet…this is your moment.
🏉 Big hits. Bold talent. Nonstop energy.
This is women’s rugby like you’ve never seen before and it's all wrapping up in June.
🎟️ Every ticket gets you closer to the action. Every game is a shot at history.
Don’t sit this one out.
✅ Pick your city
✅ Grab your seats
✅ Bring your people
This isn’t just sport. It’s the start of something massive.
Be there to say you saw it before everyone else caught on.
🎫 Tickets going fast ➡️ https://www.womenseliterugby.us
#WERugby #FeelEveryHit #WomensEliteRugby #BeThereOrHearAboutItLater
¡VAMOS SERPIENTES! 🇲🇽
Congratulations to all of our players selected to represent Mexico Rugby in their upcoming test match against Jamaica! Follow @rugby_mexico for details on how to watch tomorrow's game featuring your favorite WER athletes!
#rugby #womenssports #rugbyméxico #serpientes #rugbyfemenil
🚨 RUGBY RIVALRY ALERT! This Saturday, it’s Denver vs. Boston like you’ve NEVER seen before 💥
🏉 Onyx are throwing down with the Banshees in one of the most anticipated matchups of the season!
🗓 Saturday, May 24
🕒 1:00PM MDT
📍 Infinity Park, CO
🔥 This isn’t just a game. It’s history in the making. Women’s Elite Rugby is here and these teams are bringing real heat, real hits, and real heart.
🎟️ Don’t wait: Grab your crew and your tickets. You’ll want to say “I WAS THERE!” https://www.womenseliterugby.us
📲 Tag a friend. Share the hype. Be there.
#OnyxvsBanshees #WomensSports #GameChanger @wer_banshees @wer_onyx
The showdown is set for 2PM CT on June 29th! Don't miss the opportunity to watch the best of the best battle it out at TCO Stadium — grab you tickets NOW at the link in our bio 🎟️
📸 @gsabin
#rugby #womenssports #legacycup
The Legacy Cup watch is on! Who will be at the top of the table at the end of the season and earn the chance to compete in the first-ever WER championship?
Drop your guesses below!
#rugby #womenssports #standings
The home teams ruled this weekend with major wins in the northeast!
📸 @tamar.kreit
#rugby #womenssports #results
Broadcast may be down this weekend, but that doesn't mean the action stops! The Banshees are taking on the Tempest tomorrow, followed by an Exiles vs Gemini classic on Sunday. Be sure to snag your tickets at the link in bio to catch the games live!
And a bonus for all you rugby faithful: the Eagles will be playing down under and you can catch the match (not so) bright and early tomorrow!
#rugby #womenssports #schedule
The wait is over, WER is back tomorrow and Sunday! Let’s show up and show out.
📸 @kellyjosphotos
Gravity? Never heard of her
📸 @mikeconnersphoto23
Banshees return to #2 with a win over the Breakers, but the Onyx stay perfect at the top! Who will be the first to take down the leaders in pink? Comment your thoughts below 👇
#rugby #womenssports #standings
Onyx and Banshees getting it done on the road this week!
📸 @lemoniceslushie
#rugby #womenssports #results
Today, we're celebrating all of the amazing mothers who inspire us each and every day!
Due to unforeseen venue challenges, the remaining Bay Breakers home games will not be available for live stream on DAZN. We will notify fans of any updates on availability for on-demand viewing.
We recognize that this is disappointing for fans who want to watch our incredible athletes, and we encourage you to continue to attend games in-person to show your support!
Week 8 features another Friday night lights matchup in the Twin Cities with the Gemini taking on the Onyx, followed by an east/west showdown as the Banshees head to the Bay to face off with the Breakers!
Head to the link in bio to grab tickets!
#rugby #womenssports #schedule
The stage is set for the 2025 Legacy Cup! The top two teams from the regular season will battle it out on Sunday, June 29th at TCO Stadium for the championship trophy. Don't miss your chance to witness greatness live — sign up at the link in bio to access presale tickets starting next Monday.
#rugby #womenssports #legacycup #championship
📸 @kellyjosphotos
Onyx remain undefeated through week 7, but the chase is on! Check out the full standings ⬆️
#rugby #womenssports #standings
May the 4th be With You
Double-header Saturday featuring the Tempest in their final home match against the Breakers and the first Gemini vs Exiles showdown! And stay tuned on Sunday to catch the #1 taking on the #2 at the brand new Centreville Bank Stadium! All games streaming on @daznwsport and tickets available at the link in bio 🎟️
Bonus game tonight as the USA Eagles take on our northern rivals in a matchup for the ages!
#rugby #womenssports #schedule
The Onyx take over the top of the table with a decisive win over the Tempest in Week 6! Check our how your favorite team stacks up ⬆️
#rugby #womenssports #standings
Feeling the FOMO? Everyone’s talking about it. The hits. The speed. The fire.
Women’s Elite Rugby is that sport and if you haven’t seen it live yet…you’re already behind.
Real athletes. Real intensity. Real crowd energy. Don’t just scroll past it! You need to be there.
🎟️ Tickets on sale now - https://www.womenseliterugby.us/2025-schedule
👀 Your feed will be full of it either way. Might as well say you were there.
#WomensEliteRugby #FOMO #GameOn
Rivalry Reignited: Tempest vs. Onyx
This Saturday, witness the clash between two titans of Women's Elite Rugby. The Chicago Tempest's host the Denver Onyx in a showdown that's more than just a game - it's a battle for dominance.
📅 Saturday, April 26
🕑 2:00 PM CDT
📍 Northwestern Medicine Field, IL
Experience the intensity, the strategy, and the sheer athleticism as these teams go head-to-head. Whether you're a seasoned fan or new to the sport, this match promises edge-of-your-seat action.
🎟️ Tickets: Get Yours Now at Link in Bio
📺 Can't attend in person? Stream it live for free on DAZN
Join us and be part of rugby history in the making.
#WomensEliteRugby #TempestvsOnyx #RugbyRivalry #SupportWomensSports #LiveRugby @wer_tempest @wer_denver
Games on games on games! Congratulations to WER athletes who are on the🦅 @usarugby roster for the U.S. v Japan match.
Special cheers for @rica_baly of the @wer_denver making her 🇺🇸 National Team debut! 🩷
And of cource we have @wer_gemini v @wer_breakers tonight and @wer_tempest v @wer_denver tomorrow!
Another packed weekend kicking off tomorrow with the Gemini home opener against the Breakers, followed by a Tempest vs Onyx rematch on Saturday!
And for an extra treat — catch our Eagles and the USA Women's National Team take on Japan Saturday night on the RugbyPass app!
#rugby #womenssports #schedule
Friday night lights, fierce competition, and two powerhouse teams ready to battle it out.
TC Gemini vs. Bay Breakers
This isn’t just a match, it’s a statement on intent. TC brings the grit. Bay brings the speed. Every tackle, every sprint, every try counts.
📅 Friday, April 25, 2025
🕖 Kickoff: 7:00 PM CDT
📍 TCO Stadium, Eagan, MN
Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the game, this is the one to watch. Feel the energy. Witness the hits. Support the women redefining rugby in the U.S.
🎟️ Tickets: Grab yours now - https://www.womenseliterugby.us/game/game_12
📺 Can’t make it in person? Catch it live on @daznwsport - for free. - https://www.womenseliterugby.us/watch
Let’s pack the stands and turn up the volume.
#WomensEliteRugby #TCGemini #BayBreakers #RugbyUSA #SupportWomensSports #LiveRugby @wer_gemini @wer_breakers
If you think you’ve seen tough, fast, high-impact sports then think again!
Women’s Elite Rugby is here, and it’s rewriting the rules. Every match delivers raw power, speed, and relentless drive. No timeouts. No holding back. Just 80 minutes of pure intensity.
This is the tournament you didn’t know you needed to see live...
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now - https://www.womenseliterugby.us/2025-schedule
Don’t miss your shot to witness the best.
#WomensRugby #EliteRugby #GameOn #SupportWomenInSports #RugbyUSA #werrugby #wer25
Exiles climb the ladder with a huge win over the Banshees in Week 5!
#rugby #womenssports #standings
All eyes on Boston this weekend as the classic rivalry heads to Veteran's Memorial!
Tickets available at the link in bio and stream live only on DAZN 🔗
#rugby #womenssports
Wishing all of our US National Team players and coaches good luck as they head into camp ahead of the Pacific Four Series!
The Eagles will be kicking off their Spring tour against Japan on April 26th in Los Angeles, and we can’t wait to see our WER athletes crushing it on the pitch 👊
#rugby #womenssports #uswnt
Denver continues to climb the ladder after Week 4! Check out the full table after this weekend's matches ⬆️
#rugby #womenssports #standings
The weekend is coming up quick — who are you rooting for?
Can’t make it live? Make sure to catch this week’s exciting match-ups on @daznwsport !
#WomensEliteRugby #watchrugby #WomensRugby #WomensSports #rugby
WE’RE BAAAACK! Our new store is up and running, so hear up with fresh merch and rep WER wherever you go 💜💛
Tap the link in bio to shop now 🛒 🔥
#rugby #womenssports #shop #merchandise
Due to technical difficulties at the venue, the game between Bay Breakers and TC Gemini will not be available to watch live this Saturday.
The game will still be played tomorrow at 5:30PM PDT and fans are encouraged to attend at Grape Bowl Stadium in Lodi, CA! We will keep fans updated on streaming availability for the match.
We apologize for the inconvenience and hope to have the issues rectified in time for the next Breakers home game.
🎟️ $15 tickets now available for kids, teachers, first responders and more! Head to the link in our bio to grab your tickets now.
📸 @seanhaleyeah
#rugby #womensports #WER #tickets
Our mid-season declaration period is open. Declarations will be addressed on a rolling basis.
https://www.womenseliterugby.us/declaration
#playrugby #womensports #rugby
We join in celebrating International Transgender Day of Visibility. Rugby is for everyone.
#tdov
Another try by MarCaya Bailous @_marcaya_b for @wer_tempest !
SCORE: Gemini 20 | Tempest 15
#WER #WomensEliteRugby #HERstory
A fourth try for @wer_gemini by Abbey Jacobs! @abbey_lynn_810
SCORE: Gemini 20 | Tempest 10
#WER #WomensEliteRugby #HERstory
MarCaya Bailous @_marcaya_b adds another try to the scoreboard for @wer_tempest!
SCORE: Gemini 15 | Tempest 10
#WER #WomensEliteRugby #HERstory
That’s a hat trick for #11 Kailynn Hampton @kailynnhampton! @wer_gemini adds another try to their score before the end of the first half.
SCORE: Gemini 15 | Tempest 5
#WER #HERstory #WomensEliteRugby
Kailynn Hampton @kailynnhampton scores @wer_gemini second try of the match!
SCORE: GEMINI 10 | TEMPEST 5
#WER #HERstory #WomensEliteRugby
Are you new here? Don’t worry, all are welcome in rugby 💜💛
#rugby #WER #womenssports
Boston Banshees taking home the first-ever WER win with a penalty try, bringing the final score to 29-27!
#WER #WomensEliteRugby #HERstory
Adriana Castillo @infearinfaith with her first score for the Exiles!
#WER #WomensEliteRugby #HERstory
Cheta Emba @chetaemba bringing Boston to the lead with her first try!
#WER #WomensEliteRugby #HERstory
Yeja Dunn @yeja16 with their first try for the Banshees, narrowing the gap with 20 minutes left!
#WER #WomensEliteRugby #HERstory
Jenny Kronish @jennykronish with the second try for the Banshees!
#WER #WomensEliteRugby #HERstory
Caoimhe O'Sullivan Roche @djquivii with another Exiles try before the half!
#WER #WomensEliteRugby #HERstory
Tess Feury @tessfeury with an amazing second try for the Exiles!
#WER #WomensEliteRugby #HERstory
Lauren Ferridge @lferridge12 scoring Boston Banshees first try of the day!
#WER #WomensEliteRugby #HERstory
Misha Green-Yotts @mishag12 with the FIRST TRY in WER history!
#WER #WomensEliteRugby #HERstory
Don't miss a match! The highly-anticipated WER season kicks off tomorrow and all games are available to be streamed for free on @daznwsport
Tune in Saturday at 3PM EDT to catch the inaugural northeast matchup between @wer_exiles and @wer_banshees ! On Sunday, @wer_tempest take on @wer_gemini at 1PM CDT in a midwest showdown you won't want to miss 👊
#rugby #womenssports #streaming
Have you gotten your tickets yet? Tickets to all 30 games are on sale NOW. Whether you are a solo supporter or a fan club, we've got you covered! So what are you waiting for? Secure your seat today. Comment below and let us know who you're watching with. https://f.mtr.cool/opdhfjjcqu
Opening weekend is finally upon us! Don't miss a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to support the beginning of a movement and witness the action right before your eyes! Tickets are still available at the link in our bio 🎟️
#rugby #womensrugby #sports #womenssports #tickets #games #openingweekend #kickoff
Broadcast info coming soon, and trust us - it’ll be worth the wait 👀
#broadcast #rugby #womenssports
Game-changing partnership, game-changing boots! ⚡️ IDA Sports, the leader in footwear designed specifically for women, is now the official footwear partner of Women’s Elite Rugby. Because the best deserve gear built for them from the ground up. Let’s lace up, level up, and make history together!
#womenssports #womensrugby #footwear #sportsbiz
Happy International Women’s Day! WER is built on the foundation laid by so many incredible women+ at the @wpl.rugby, and we continue to celebrate the long and rich history of women’s+ rugby, those who are currently hard at work to turn a dream into reality, and all of the young girls and women who continue to break barriers and take women’s+ rugby to new heights!
Don’t forget to show your support by purchasing tickets for the inaugural season at the link in our bio!
@allbluesrugby @ahwrfc @beantownrfc @chicagonorthshorerugby @cograywolves @lifewestrugby @nyrcwomen @dcfuries @tcamazonsrugby @sdsurfersrugby @orsuwomxn @keystonerugbyclub
#internationalwomensday #iwd2025 #womenssports #womensrugby
On the @togethxr calendar. Rugby is everyone’s new favorite sport! 💜🏉💛
💙🌊 🩶👹 💛🌪️ 🩷🏔️ 🩵🗽 💚🐍
Supporting athletes means learning about the differences they face and how you can empower them and help them navigate challenges that come their way.
#sport #womensports #rugby @muslimahrugby
@feisty_media identifying WER on their 8 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT WOMENS SPORTS this week.
#womensports #rugby #sports
The 2025 WER venues are finally here !!
Let us know which one is your favorite 👀👀
#WomensRugby #WER #WatchRugby #RugbyEvolved #WomensSports
The matchups are set for the inaugural season ➡️ Grab your tickets now at the link in bio and watch history unfold right before your eyes! 👀
#WER #rugby #womensrugby #sports #womenssports #schedulerelease
Happy Valentine’s Day to our biggest crushes 🤭 😍
On International Girls and Women+ in Science Day, we’re celebrating all of the girls and women+ in the rugby community who are breaking barriers in STEM! 🔬 Check out a few of these amazing athletes+ ⬆️
#WomeninSTEM #WER #rugby #womensrugby #sports #womenssports
Join us in celebrating National Girls and Women in Sports Day by supporting our Foundational Five athletes who are raising the standards of the game and continuing the growth of women’s+ rugby!
All photos provided by athletes.
#NGWSD #FoundationalFive #WER #rugby #womensrugby #womenssports #sports
This month and every month, we honor the Black athletes, coaches, and administrators who pioneered the sport and built the legacy of women’s+ rugby on which we stand today ❤️💛💚
#WER #rugby #womensrugby #womenssports #sports #blackhistorymonth
🚨 UPDATE: The Twin Cities Grassroots to Global session has been cancelled. Applicants should check their email for more information.
Want to get involved in community leadership? Apply to attend a Grassroots to Global session, hosted in partnership with @childfundrugby.
Open to women+ ages 16-30, each session will be spread across two days and provide attendees with essential leadership skills to address barrier to action within their communities.
Click the link in our bio to apply now!
#rugby #grassroots #global #leadership #community
Team crests = merch drop 🛍️
Everything in our shop is 10% off to celebrate the launch of our team crests. Use promo code WER10 at checkout. Head to the link in our bio now to grab your favorite pieces and show your support!
#WER #rugby #womensrugby #womenssports #merchdrop #clothing #sports #bayarea #boston #chicago #newyork #denver #twincities
Breakers. Banshees. Tempest. Onyx. Exiles. Gemini.
Relentless and fierce in everything we do — this is the Inaugural Six
#WER #WERrugby #rugby #womensrugby #womenssports #sportsbiz #logolaunch #bay #boston #chicago #denver #newyork #twincities
At the @wrcrarugby Conference in Denver, we gave attendees a sneak peek at the team logos and caught their reactions live!
Which logos do you think each reaction is for? Tell us your thoughts 👇
#WER #rugby #womensrugby #womenssports #sports #teams #logos #launch
Ask and you shall receive ✨ 1.29.25
#WER #rugby #womensrugby #womenssports #launch
☑️Hit 5k
☑️Unlock vision board
Can you spot the easter eggs? 👀
#womensrugby #rugby #womenssports #visionboard #manifesting #hidinginthetags #logosarecommingsoon #canyouguessthem #2025 #scrapbook #moodboard
A look back at 2024 👀
Thank you to everyone who has supported WER, and here’s to an even better 2025! 🥂
#womensrugby #rugby #2024 #spotifywrapped
WER is proud to be partnering with @childfundrugby to bring the Grassroots to Global leadership series to each WER market in 2025! Participation is free and open to girls and women in the community age 16-30. Swipe through to learn more and click the link in our bio to apply now!
#GrassrootsToGlobal #ChildFundRugby #grassrootsrugby #womensrugby #rugby #leadership
The Foundational Five. Coming soon 👀
#womensrugby #rugby #womenssports #FoundationalFive
Happy #PDLWednesday! Did you think we forgot? This week we’re featuring Hope Cooper (she/her), a hooker with the All Blues of the WPL!
Today, Hope is reminding us all of the importance of the #ProudlyDifferentLeague: “Women’s+ sports are so important because they are an outlet for individuals to represent themselves in their truest form. I love rugby because it is a sport in which grit and determination are deciding factors in the outcome of a game, and because it truly is a team sport in which every player, staff member, and supporting individuals (fans, partners, community members, etc) are necessary for the game to grow. The time for Women’s+ sports is NOW and it is beyond time for them to take center stage. I love being able to help grow a sport that has given me community and lasting friendships, as well as endless opportunities to learn and grow as a person. I look forward to this era of growth and expansion as we see organizations such as the WNBA thrive and show that the world WANTS to follow Women’s+ Sports, they just need to be provided the opportunity.”
And now to bring out the all of our inner theater kids, Hope has a timely question for you: are you an Elphaba or Glinda? Drop your thoughts 👇
WER would like to offer its congratulations to this year’s recipients of @wrcrarugby ‘s 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award‼️
Head to @wrcrarugby to learn more about this award and these amazing winners!
And a special shout-out to @phaidraknight , who was a broadcaster for this years Legacy Cup!
This #PDLWednesday, we’re celebrating Gianna Solomon, a hooker with the @cograywolves of the WPL!
As we head into the holidays, Gianna wants everyone to remember that “women’s rugby provides an incredible space where athletes of all shapes and sizes can dominate the field, and thrive through their own skill, strength, power, and mental fortitude. It’s also a place where lifelong bonds and friendships are forged, completely exceeding the game itself. However, as athletes of all sports, we must continue to challenge societal expectations and break free from outdated ideas of what women’s sports “should look like.” Increasing the visibility of ALL women+ in sport and celebrating the athletes who redefine strength and resilience each day is essential. When we are seen, perceptions of femininity are reshaped, and future generations are inspired to embrace their own potential. We can show that in sport, strength, no matter its form, has a place.
Women’s rugby is the way forward.”
And now perhaps the most important question of all: Do you hang your toilet paper over or under?
#ProudlyDifferentLeague #womensrugby #womenssports #rugby
Defying Gravity 🧹✨
#wicked #womensrugby #rugby #womenssports #lineout
Mabuhay! It’s another #PDLWednesday with Omi Carrillo (she/her), who plays wing for the @allbluesrugby of the WPL! As a Filipino-American, Omi also plays with the Magandaquins (@magandaquins_7s), a North America-based Filipina heritage team that also serves as a pathway program to the Philippines National Team.
As part of the #ProudlyDifferent League, Omi wants everyone to know that “rugby is a powerful tool for connection. It has allowed me to connect with other Filipino rugby players in the diaspora organically and to connect about the shared experience of being raised outside the motherland and the challenges that come with that. Rugby has always been family to me and a place where I can dream, create, express myself and find comfort with people driven by a similar goal. I have a deep and passionate love for my homies and am so happy to play a sport that provides community love that I think is missing in many people’s lives.”
One more thing to know about Omi is that her alter ego is named Chett, and yes, they are a frat boy and an absolute menace! Who’s your alter ego and what are they like?
It’s #PDLWednesday with Evie Oglesby (she/her), a prop with the @cograywolves of the WPL.
Here in the #ProudlyDifferentLeague, we recognize that our impact extends far beyond the pitch. Evie may be one of the first to play professional women’s+ rugby in the US, and she certainly won’t be the last. “Supporting women’s sports now is essential for the next generation of athletes. Growing up, I always looked up to female athletes and it is incredible how much the stage has grown across so many different women’s sports. I don’t think I would have as much of a passion for playing sports without having role models to look up to, so it is amazing that the exposure has expanded so much in the past few years and I can’t wait to watch as it continues to grow.”
Now it’s time to have some fun! Evie wants to know what you’re choosing on a Friday night: movie night 🎥 or game night 🎯?
#PDLWednesday is here again, featuring Sheila Decker (she/they), a lock with the @cograywolves of the WPL! As the 2024 Recruitment Director for the Gray Wolves, she helped the team to back-to-back national championships on and off the pitch. In our #ProudlyDifferentLeague, we celebrate athletes like Sheila everyday who go beyond the game and epitomize the hustle.
For change-makers like Sheila, “there is no blueprint for what an athlete should look like. Sport is for everyone; if you have air in your lungs and a goal in your mind then there is a team, event, or competition out there for you and with it a community of people who will support you unconditionally. It’s never too late to learn a new skill or to make new friends.”
Your turn! Sheila’s curious whether you’re more of a cat person or dog person? Chime in below 👇
