More women are playing, coaching and leading the sport as the Israel Rugby Union launches new girls’ programs, expands club teams and invests in development amid a global surge in women’s rugby The Israel Rugby Union marks International Women’s Day with a clear trend of growth and empowerment. In 2026, more women are playing, coaching, refereeing and leading the sport as part of a broader effort to develop rugby and make it accessible to mo... [2764 chars]