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Joe Harvey
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Since beginning work as a freelance sports journalist in 2018, Joe has contributed to numerous publications across the world. With a passion for men’s and women’s rugby, he has extensive knowledge of the sport’s development in North America and of Major League Rugby. He contributes to RugbyPass alongside other freelance commitments.
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Crabb named Thunder captain as Brython squad announced
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Clovers and Wolfhounds squads unveiled for Celtic Challenge
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Rugby Europe lock in 2026 sevens calendar
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'We need to win in the moment': the mantra that inspired the Blitzboks
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Salvin 'excited' for visit of Saracens after 'apprehensive' start as head coach
Steve Salvin's tenure as the head coach of Exeter Chiefs has started off in the best possible way.
Joe Harvey
12 Dec 2025, 5:38
'It has been a roller coaster': Tessier hopes to finish year on a high with Chiefs
Alex Tessier knows a little bit of what to expect when Saracens visit her Exeter Chiefs this weekend.
Joe Harvey
11 Dec 2025, 9:26
Kevin Rouet joins Saracens alongside Canada head coaching role
Saracens have confirmed that Kévin Rouet has joined the team's coaching panel alongside his role as Canada head coach.
Joe Harvey
11 Dec 2025, 7:23
IRFU confirm remaining home venues for 2026 Six Nations
The Irish Rugby Football Union have confirmed all home venues for the 2026 Women’s Guinness Six Nations.
Joe Harvey
11 Dec 2025, 5:21
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How 'flipped mindset' turned Morrall into Loughborough regular
Loughborough Lightning’s Carmela Morrall has packed in plenty of rugby to her life already.
Joe Harvey
11 Dec 2025, 4:56
Jordan Russell's double life: teacher by day and rugby player at the weekend
You could say that Jordan Russell enjoys living a double life.
Joe Harvey
11 Dec 2025, 2:53
England U18 squad selected for three-day training camp
England Under-18 Women’s head coach James Cooper has confirmed a 47-player squad that will take part in a three-day camp.
Joe Harvey
11 Dec 2025, 2:00
Red Roses' Kildunne shortlisted for Sports Personality of the Year
Women’s Rugby World Cup winner Ellie Kildunne has been shortlisted for the 2025 BBC Sports Personality of the Year award.
Joe Harvey
11 Dec 2025, 1:01
Bristol add ‘phenomenal’ Buisa for remainder of PWR season
Bristol Bears have confirmed the signing of Canada international Pamphinette Buisa.
Joe Harvey
11 Dec 2025, 0:30
Impi Visser: 'When the big moments came we were ready '
Impi Visser praised the Blitzboks’ ability to stay in the big moments for their success in Cape Town.
Joe Harvey
10 Dec 2025, 8:40
Five standout performers from Cape Town SVNS
As South Africa’s men and Australia’s women lifted silverware on Day 2 of the Cape Town SVNS there were a number of top perfor…
Joe Harvey
10 Dec 2025, 7:03
Top five social media moments from HSBC SVNS’ stop in Cape Town
Another week has passed and another round of HSBC SVNS action has gone by.
Joe Harvey
10 Dec 2025, 4:33
Crabb to 'make impact' on return to Wales after Gloucester Hartpury success
Wales second row forward Gwen Crabb has returned home to represent Brython Thunder in the Celtic Challenge.
Joe Harvey
08 Dec 2025, 10:01
Fowley calls time on 'unforgettable' Ireland career
Nicole Fowley has called time on her international career after a decade wearing an Ireland jersey.
Joe Harvey
08 Dec 2025, 9:00
Squad confirmed by Glasgow for upcoming Celtic Challenge season
Ahead of the 2025/26 Celtic Challenge season Glasgow Warriors have named their core squad of 35 players.
Joe Harvey
08 Dec 2025, 8:24
Edinburgh announce squad for 2025/26 Celtic Challenge campaign
Edinburgh Rugby have confirmed the squad that will compete in the 2025/26 Celtic Challenge.
Joe Harvey
08 Dec 2025, 7:50
Three talking points from Round 6 of the 2025/26 PWR season
With every weekend that passes we get to learn so much more about every Premiership Women’s Rugby club.
Joe Harvey
08 Dec 2025, 4:23
Interview
Sariah Ibarra: From the pursuit of a black jersey to being the Eagles' future
It is rare that you find players readymade for the HSBC SVNS World Series. But in Sariah Ibarra the USA Women’s Eagles Sevens ha…
Joe Harvey
05 Dec 2025, 11:12
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Damien Hoyland: 'There’s still plenty left in me'
There was almost a decade between Damien Hoyland’s last outing on a sevens field and last weekend’s HSBC SVNS season opener.
Joe Harvey
05 Dec 2025, 7:33
Schell out for season with injuries to ACL
Julia Schell will miss the remainder of the Premiership Women’s Rugby season after she sustained injuries to her anterior crucia…
Joe Harvey
05 Dec 2025, 6:33
