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Joe Harvey

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.

523 Articles

First Springbok Women squad of 2026 announced by De Bruin

Springbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin has included 10 uncapped players for the team's first alignment camp of 2026.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
10 Apr 2026, 5:23

Nortje hoping for 'third time lucky' with South Africa in Hong Kong

Even though it is Quewin Nortje's first appearance of the 2025/26 season the 23-year-old is battle-hardened for HSBC SVNS World Ch…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
10 Apr 2026, 4:55

Kaua confirms 'special and magical' Brazil squad going to Hong Kong

As Yaras have named their squad for the first HSBC SVNS World Championship stop in Hong Kong next week.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
10 Apr 2026, 4:27

Six potential debutants in Canada squad for Pacific Four Series opener

Kévin Rouet has named six debutants in his squad for Canada's Pacific Four Series opener against the Wallaroos in Sacramento, Cal…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
10 Apr 2026, 2:53
Interview

Courtney Keight excited for Wales to ‘rewrite the narrative’ in Six Nations

It is almost impossible to undersell how much of a disappointment the past two years have been for Wales.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
09 Apr 2026, 9:27

Fukofuka names quartet of Scotland debutants for Wales clash

Sione Fukofuka has named four debutants in his first match day squad as Scotland coach for their Guinness Women's Six Nations open…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
09 Apr 2026, 6:55

'They both fully deserve this opportunity': Wales include two new caps against Scotland

Sean Lynn has included a pair of debutants in his Wales squad to take on Scotland in Round 1 of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nati…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
09 Apr 2026, 5:33
Analysis

2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations preview: Predictions, facts and key players

This weekend the 2026 Guinness Women’s Six Nations will get underway.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
09 Apr 2026, 4:50

Italy name squad for Six Nations opener in Grenoble

Italy head coach Fabio Roselli has named the squad that will take on France in their Guinness Women's Six Nations opener this week…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
09 Apr 2026, 4:49

Hong Kong's Groves has 'burning desire' for Olympic qualification

Jevon Groves has one thing written at the top of his wish list: Qualify for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
08 Apr 2026, 9:22

Swys de Bruin: 'The Daisies have set a benchmark for others to follow'

Springbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin described the Bulls Daises as the "benchmark" for domestic women's rugby in South Africa.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
08 Apr 2026, 8:37

Nortje checks in for first Blitzboks appearance of the season in Hong Kong

Quewin Nortje will make his return for HSBC SVNS Series champions South Africa in Hong Kong for the first leg of the HSBC SVNS Wor…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
08 Apr 2026, 8:01

Las Yaguaretés aiming for the 'spectacular' ahead of World Championship opener

Argentina Women's Sevens have gone the long way round to gain HSBC SVNS World Championship qualification.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
08 Apr 2026, 8:00

New venue confirmed for 2026 edition of Rugby Premier League

Rugby India have confirmed that the second edition of Rugby Premier League [RPL] will take place in Hyderabad in June 2026.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
08 Apr 2026, 6:17

'It’s a great challenge ahead': Los Pumas squad confirmed for Hong Kong

Argentina Men's Sevens head coach Santiago Gómez Cora wants to his team to continue their growth this season at the HSBC SVNS Wor…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
08 Apr 2026, 5:17

Leicester Tigers reaffirm commitment to PWR club with 'enhanced strategy'

Leicester Tigers have announced an enhanced strategy for growth and additional commitment to their Premiership Women's Rugby side.…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
07 Apr 2026, 9:23

Lightning boss Smith picks up Pacific Four Series role

Loughborough Lightning have confirmed that head coach Nathan Smith will join Canada as a guest coach for the 2026 Pacific Four Ser…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
07 Apr 2026, 4:49

George enjoying 'fresh' pre-Six Nations camp with Wales

Wales fly-half Lleucu George hopes that "fresh" start can help the team impress on the pitch this Guinness Women's Six Nations.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
07 Apr 2026, 3:41
Interview

Millie Hyett: 'I hate change - it was a big thing for me to make a move'

By her own admission Millie Hyett is not the biggest fan of change. Even though in her young career the 20-year-old has seen plent…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
04 Apr 2026, 1:10

Fiji win gives Wallaroos 'really good starting point'

A 33-15 win against Fiji may well have been the perfect preparation for the Wallaroos ahead of the 2026 Pacific Four Series.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
02 Apr 2026, 12:35
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