O'Driscoll buoyed by Irish final

Brian O'Driscoll believes the first all-Irish Heineken Cup final can have a positive effect on the national team ahead of the New Zealand tour.

O'Driscoll buoyed by Irish final

Brian O'Driscoll believes the first all-Irish Heineken Cup final can have a positive effect on the national team ahead of the New Zealand tour.
Cullen hails Schmidt influence

Captain Leo Cullen has highlighted coach Joe Schmidt's "relentless pursuit of excellence" as a driving force behind Leinster's European glory.
Best: Final loss must be a spur

Rory Best has urged Ulster to use the pain of a crushing Heineken Cup final defeat as motivation for next season's tournament.
O'Driscoll on high after cup win

Brian O'Driscoll hailed the creation of a Heineken Cup dynasty after Leinster's 42-14 victory over Ulster in Saturday's all-Irish final.
O'Driscoll: Leinster want more

Brian O'Driscoll believes Leinster are building a dynasty after they won a third Heineken Cup title in four years when they beat Ulster 42-14.
Leinster conquer Europe again

Leinster claimed an unprecedented third Heineken Cup title in four years with a record-breaking 42-14 victory over Ulster at Twickenham.
Grant backs Scotland youth

Ryan Grant hopes to be part of an injection of youth to revive Scotland's fortunes in the Test arena.
Four-man shortlist for Gloucester

Gloucester managing director Ken Nottage has revealed the Aviva Premiership club are looking at four realistic options as their new head coach.
Harinordoquy joy at cup success

Imanol Harinordoquy was delighted to turn the tables on Jonny Wilkinson as Biarritz edged out Toulon 21-18 to win the Amlin Challenge Cup.
Biarittz are crowned cup kings

Dimitri Yachvili kicked Biarritz to their first ever European title following a 21-18 victory in Friday night's Amlin Challenge Cup final.
O'Driscoll boost for Leinster

Brian O'Driscoll has been passed fit for Leinster's shot at Heineken Cup history when they clash with Irish rivals Ulster in Saturday's final.
Godman joins London Scottish

Scotland fly-half Phil Godman has signed for London Scottish after leaving Edinburgh.
Falcons swoop for Lawson

Newcastle have signed Scotland scrum-half Rory Lawson on a two-year deal.
Thorn targets record haul

New Zealander Brad Thorn could create rugby history in Saturday's Heineken Cup final between Leinster and Ulster at Twickenham.
Irish rivalry motivates Trimble

Ulster wing Andrew Trimble has warned Leinster they will face a side "motivated by jealousy" in the all-Irish Heineken Cup final at Twickenham.

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New Zealand »

All Black back row is rock solid

The All Blacks loose trio have been a major strength for the World Champions and this season should be no different for the big black machine.

England »

Tigers boss bites in Flood row

England coach Stuart Lancaster has been sharply criticised by Leicester's Richard Cockerill in a club-versus-country row over Toby Flood.

Rugby World Cup »

What SARU will get from World Cup deal

SARU has welcomed the new compromise agreement between SANZAR and the IRB that will see financial compensation for national unions in World Cup years and a new kick-off date for the global showpiece.

The Finals are set in the Emirates Airline USA Rugby Boy’s High School and High School Club National Championship Invitational following a soggy day of exciting playoff action. Some out of the ordinary teams will feature in the Championships, along with local powerhouse United.

Canada News »

Rugby Canada in Kingston for Announcement

Rugby Canada’s CEO Graham Brown, along with National Men’s Program Manager Gareth Rees, were on hand today at Richardson Stadium in Kingston, Ontario to speak with the media and the community about the upcoming International test match taking place in Kingston on Saturday, June 9th.

Aviva Premiership »

Four-man shortlist for Gloucester

Gloucester managing director Ken Nottage has revealed the Aviva Premiership club are looking at four realistic options as their new head coach.

Wales »

Warburton ready to return

Wales captain Sam Warburton has declared himself fully fit and raring to go ahead of the three-Test tour of Australia.

A Final We Won’t Remember

Congratulations to Leinster, who confirmed what we all know on winning the Heineken Cup, that they are Europe’s best side. But Rugby Rugby’s Howard Johnson would have preferred a bit more spice in the final match of this year’s competition…

Pumas to pounce on groggy Kiwis?

Former Springbok coach Jake White believes that the timing is perfect for Argentina to come into a SANZAR competition as New Zealand are still suffering from their World Cup hangover.

On this day in history ...

May 20: Munster Wins Heineken Cup

College Rugby »

SDSU and Davenport set to square off at Rio Tinto in DI-AA Championship

Davenport University will take on San Diego State tomorrow at 4:30 p.m. MDT (Saturday May 19) in the Emirates Airline USA Rugby Men’s DI-AA College National Championship. That game will be played at Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy, Utah and will be webcast live on KSL.com. Tickets start at $17 and can be purchased at riotintostadium.com or at the gate.

Rugby Rugby Features

Tom Billups

Blaine Scully Interview

2011 was an incredible year for Blaine Scully. The senior fullback helped captain the Cal Bears to a second undefeated untied season made a significant contribution with the U.S. National Team, and was selected to the first ever rugby sevens squad for the Pan American Games. Rugby Rugby’s Tom Billups took a moment to speak to Scully about the busy year.
Howard Johnson

A Final We Won’t Remember

Congratulations to Leinster, who confirmed what we all know on winning the Heineken Cup, that they are Europe’s best side. But Rugby Rugby’s Howard Johnson would have preferred a bit more spice in the final match of this year’s competition…
Propel Posts w/ Kimball Kjar

The ‘SBW’ & Skill Development

The success of the Waikato Chiefs in 2012 is thanks in large part to the play of Sonny Bill Williams. The All Black has the size, speed and skill set that any rugby player would like to emulate and Rugby Rugby’s Kimball Kjar looks at one aspect of his game, a deft back-handed pass (‘SBW’), and shows its effectiveness and how players should add this and other skills to their game.
Mike Petri Blog

Back in the Swing

USA Eagle Mike Petri is settling back in to the day-to-day routine post Rugby World Cup and guess who comes a calling? The U.S. Anti-Doping Agency looking to get a sample. While a minor inconvenience, Petri is glad that work is being done to stop the use of illegal performance enhancing drugs in the game of rugby.
Nigel Melville

Pacific Nations Cup Place For The Eagles?

On Friday I spent the day with the International Rugby Board, Pacific Islands, Japan and Canada to discuss a potential new format for the Pacific Nations Cup 2013 – 2015.
What the Papers Say

Promising England

England is looking good in Six Nations with a second successive away win, Ireland need to fix things fast, rugby's future in the hands of fans, image of week and more in this edition of What the Papers Say.
The Rugby Site

We Haven't Won for a Bit So Can We Change the Rules Please

The bleating clubs of England and France demand a change to the qualification process as Ireland continues to dominate the Heineken Cup.
Law Discussion

Ref's assailant apologises