Irish Rugby Football Union bans transgender women
The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) is amending its gender participation policy for the forthcoming season, preventing transgender women from playing contact female rugby.
Rugby
Rugby Football Union recommends ban on trans women playing in women’s matches
The Rugby Football Union has today recommended a ban on transgender women playing in women’s matches, which follows a two-year review.
Inclusive rugby tournament London Pride 7s confirmed for July 23
Mitcham & Carshalton RUFC and the London Stags RFC have announced the second London Pride 7s tournament, an annual inclusive Sevens Rugby tournament event, will take place at Dewsbury Cottage in Carshalton on Saturday, July 23.
Principality Building Society employees celebrate Pride Month over a ‘cuppa’ with rugby legend Nigel Owens MBE
Former international rugby union referee Nigel Owens joined Cuppa Club to discuss the impact of coming to terms with his sexuality and the impact on his mental health.
Newcastle Ravens RFC to host Northern Pride Cup
LGBTQ+ charity, Northern Pride, has teamed up with a popular North East rugby club to celebrate its first ever touch rugby tournament
London Pride 7’s rugby event to include Brighton & Hove Sea Serpents
The inaugural tournament, which will champion inclusive rugby, is to take place on Saturday, June 5
Piers Morgan argues trans women should not play rugby
TV presenter Piers Morgan, known for his controversial views, has publicly agreed with World Rugby’s decision to prevent trans women from playing in professional leagues, arguing it was a safety risk to other players.