The Head of Performance of Women's Rugby at the University of Edinburgh is hoping the renewed energy behind the league will continue the upward trajectory of the student game.
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi has announced that he has parted ways with French club Racing 92 and will be returning to the Sharks in Durban, putting an end to months of speculation about his club career.
And just like that, the summer is over and levels three and four of English rugby are ready for the start of the 2024/25 season.
The Red Roses head to Vancouver at the end of the month where they will take on USA, New Zealand and Canada in WXV1.
The seven-team competition is an evolution of the Women’s National League (WNL) and joins the top level of Men’s student rugby as BUCS’ second ‘Super’ level of competition.
Preparations for the 2024/25 term continue with many clubs enjoying their pre-season outings.
The first hit outs ahead of the new National League Rugby campaign got underway last week, with a cluster of clubs beginning their pre-season schedules.
Former England international and Premiership centre Ollie Devoto is the latest star to move into National League Rugby after signing for Taunton Titans.
The former England defence coach recently offered his expertise to the National Two West side.
.jpg "Halliwell scored a try in England Under-20s pool stage win over Fiji")
The prop discusses learning his craft in the National Leagues + why England's pack has helped them reach the World U20 Championship final.
Redshaw discusses his breakout season including his time spent in National Two North.
Yorkshire face Kent aiming for their first County Championship title for 16 years.
Northampton's scrum-half began his rugby journey with Lymm and they are bursting with pride that he could become a Premiership champion.
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.jpg "Aaron Smith of New Zealand leads the Haka prior to kick-off ahead of the Rugby World Cup quarter-final against Ireland")
.jpg "England will take on Ireland on Sunday for a place in the World Under-20 Championship final")
.jpg "After falling to a defeat in their opener against France, Spain are targeting a positive outcome against Wales at the World U20 Championship")
.jpg "Aaron Smith scored in New Zealand's comfortable semi-final win against Argentina on Friday")
.jpg "After an horrendous build up to the World Cup, England will want to end their journey in France with a positive result in the third-place play-off")
.jpg "New Zealand suffered a four point defeat to South Africa at Ellis Park")
