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Girls Rugby Nationals 2026 – Salt Lake City, May 15–16

This spring, the spotlight shines on Salt Lake City, Utah, as the Girls Rugby Nationals 2026 live streaming arrive on May 15–16. With over 30 teams from across the United States, this championship promises to be one of the most exciting and impactful showcases of girls’ rugby in America.

From high school standouts to rising middle school athletes, the tournament is more than competition — it’s a movement celebrating growth, resilience, and unstoppable momentum in the girls’ game.

Girls Rugby Nationals 2026 Divisions of Competition

  • Dates: May 15–16, 2026 and  Boys Nationals — May 21–23 | Elkhart, IN
  • Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
  • Event: Girls Rugby Nationals

The event brings together elite talent across three divisions:

  • High School Division
  • Club Division
  • Middle School Division

Every match will highlight the physicality, teamwork, respect, and heart that define rugby.

Girls Rugby Nationals

Voices of Leadership

  • Chris Kovac, Chair of the Girls Nationals Organizing Committee: “This event is grounded in rugby’s core values — respect, integrity, and opportunity. By aligning club programs and single‑school teams, we’re strengthening the pathway and elevating the girls’ game nationwide.”
  • David Pool, President of USA Youth & High School Rugby: “The momentum behind girls’ rugby is undeniable. Participation, performance, and passion are all rising — and Nationals bring that growth to life.”
  • Bill Goren, CEO of USA Rugby: “Girls Rugby Nationals showcase our young stars and the coaches who support them. Seeing 30+ teams compete together is proof of the sport’s growing reach and dedication.”

Girls Rugby Nationals Confirmed Teams

Club Bracket – High School

  • Belmont Shore Rugby (CA)
  • SacAir Amazons (CA)
  • Majestics Rugby Club (UT)
  • United Girls Rugby (UT)
  • Eagle High School (ID)
  • The Woodlands (TX)
  • Sacramento Harlequins (CA)
  • Layton Christian (UT)
  • Herriman Girls Varsity (UT)
  • Wolverines Rugby (CA)
  • Provo Steelers (UT)
  • Hydra Rugby (MT)
  • Yellowstone Mavericks (MT)

Single School

  • Rocky Mountain (CO)
  • Divine Savior Holy Angels (WI)
  • Meridian Warrior Rugby (ID)
  • Summit High School (CO)
  • Kahuku Rugby (HI)
  • Westlake Drua (UT)
  • City Honors WRFC (NY)

Middle School

  • Belmont Shore Youth Rugby (CA)
  • Layton Christian (UT)
  • SacAir Amazons (CA)
  • Majestics Rugby Club (UT)
  • United Girls Rugby (UT)
  • Wolverines Rugby (CA)
  • EPA Razorhawks (CA)
  • Westlake Drua (UT)

Girls Rugby Nationals Tournament – A Movement

Girls Rugby Nationals is a national stage for rising stars. It provides:

  • Exposure to college recruiters and national team scouts
  • Elite competition blended with education and mentorship
  • Pathways to strengthen the future of women’s rugby

This year’s theme — “Choose Brave. Choose Her.” — celebrates the courage of every athlete and the investment in the girls’ game nationwide.

Girls Rugby Nationals Championship Atmosphere in Utah

Hosted at the Salt Lake Regional Athletic Complex, the venue offers a multi‑field championship environment in the heart of Utah’s passionate rugby community. With full broadcast and livestream coverage, fans everywhere can watch every try, tackle, and championship run.

The countdown is on. Witness the future of American rugby — live in Salt Lake City or streaming nationwide.

Mustafa Walsh is a dedicated rugby writer at All Blacks Nation, where he delivers in-depth coverage of international rugby, Super Rugby, and major global tournaments. With a strong focus on the New Zealand All Blacks, Southern Hemisphere rugby, and elite Test matches, Mustafa combines sharp analysis with clear, fan-friendly storytelling.

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