Rugby Israel Blog
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A (last) place of optimism
The Jerusalem Lionesses Rugby Club offers an alternative to all stereotypes about life in Israel. An optimistic conversation with player and team manager Shilat Vloch
“You want to work where you can make a real difference”
Conversation with Mike Poppmeier on his role with Rugby Israel’s club development program
Rugby Israel – 2023 year in review
2023 was a complex year for Rugby Israel. Budget & financing As we were trying to recover from the impact of COVID-19, which significantly affected
South defeats north in season opener
With no less than 120 players on active military duty, club rugby is hampered by the war
Nearly, again
The Heat came close in the Super Cup final against the Black Lions. But succumbed 17-27 to a worthy champion
15 with Semi Kunatani
Ahead of Tel Aviv Heat’s Super Cup final with the of Georgia, we chat with probably the best rugby player to ever play in Israel.
