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World Cup · SuvaThe Army Rugby Union is immensely proud to announce that Guardsman Manuqalo Noame Komaitai has been selected in the Fijiana squad for the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup, to be held in England in the coming weeks. It’s the latest and perhaps greatest milestone in what has been a meteoric rise for the Irish Guards soldier, whose rugby journey only began in 2021 after completing Army training. From learning the basics just four years ago to now prepa…Read Article
World Cup Call-Up: Guardsman Komaitai Named in Fijiana Squad for England 2025

Rugby · United KingdomThe Army Rugby Union is proud to announce the appointment of Lt Col Jon Lord (RAMS) as the new Director of Rugby for the Army Senior Men’s team. He takes over from Colonel Graham Taylor CBE (Late RA) who has successfully completed two seasons in the role, including leading the team through two fiercely contested Inter Service Championships. Jon brings a wealth of experience to the position, having served as Director of Rugby for the Army 7s prog…Read Article
Lt Col Jon Lord Appointed Director of Rugby for Army Senior Men’s Team

Rugby · NewburyThe Army Rugby Union is pleased to confirm that the annual Corps Festival will open the 2025-26 Corps rugby season on Wednesday 10th September 2025 at Newbury RFC (Postcode: RG14 7RW). The one-day event will showcase a full schedule of Inter Corps Men’s (15-a-side), Women’s (format TBC) and Masters (15-a-side) rugby competitions, setting the stage for the season ahead. The Corps Festival serves as a crucial opportunity for teams to build momentu…Read Article