National Primary Schools Tag Rugby Championship in Memory of Eduardo Cabral and Ronen Brendan Kalai – An Unforgettable Day!
What a day! 150 boys and girls from across the country — from Ashkelon in the south to the northern valleys — came together to experience the magic of tag rugby.
The Oval Ball That Captured His Heart: Yehonathan Yaron’s Rugby Journey
Eight years of commitment, five training sessions a week, and an excellence scholarship: this is how rugby became the centre of 14-year-old Yehonathan Yaron’s life. “My dream is to play for Tel Aviv Heat,” he says.
Breaking Barriers: Roni Kipnis Makes History as First Woman to Referee Men’s State Cup Final — and She’s Just Getting Started
This weekend, Roni Kipnis (38) will make history as the first woman to referee the Israeli Men’s State Cup Final — a groundbreaking moment for rugby in Israel and the latest milestone in her fast-rising career as a respected international match official.
Amazons Back on Top: Maccabi Tel Aviv Crowned 2024/25 National Champions
With skill, power, and outstanding teamwork, the Maccabi Tel Aviv Amazons wrapped up another successful campaign and claimed the 2024/25 National Championship title!
Historic Win for Israel Rugby Against Malta
In a thrilling and emotional match, the Israel National Rugby Team made history with a dramatic 16-15 victory over Malta—its first-ever win over the Mediterranean side, who sit 23 places above Israel in the world rankings.
Regional League 2025
League Standings Table Match Results
Behind the Lines: Alita Mor, the Woman Keeping Israeli Rugby on Its Feet
Physiotherapist Alita Mor shares the professional challenges of working in competitive sports in Israel, and her personal reality as her husband serves on the frontlines.
Final Whistle | A Look Back at the Season
Season Recap with Amir Beutler, Chairman of the League and Cup Committee
From Ukraine to the Israeli National Team: The Inspiring Journey of Yurii Oliinyk
Among the green fields of Haifa and Yizreel, an inspiring story unfolds—a story of a young Ukrainian who found a new home through his love for rugby. Yurii Oliinyk, a new Oleh from Ukraine, arrived in Israel as part of the Na’ale Program, carrying a big dream—to become an integral part of Israeli rugby and his new homeland.
The Regional League: A Growing Success Story Against the Odds
Next month, the Regional League will mark its second anniversary, and despite its relatively short existence, it has already proven to be a resounding success. Initially established as a response to Tel Aviv Heat’s exclusion from a South African tournament due to BDS pressures, the league has become a competitive and sought-after platform, attracting many players eager to take on the challenge.
