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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.

719 Articles

'Grateful' Galligan brings second Saracens stint to an end

It has been confirmed that Women's Rugby World Cup winner, Rosie Galligan, will be end her second spell at Saracens.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
16 Jun 2026, 1:45
Opinion

PWR semi-finals: Talking points as Trailfinders and Saracens reached the Final

After 74 matches of the 2025/26 Premiership Women's Rugby season just one more fixture remains.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
15 Jun 2026, 9:22

South Africa and Ireland to play for first time in 20 years at WXV Global Series

The Springbok Women have confirmed they will host a first-ever Test series against Ireland in October as part of the WXV Global Se…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
15 Jun 2026, 5:27

14 uncapped players included in Wales squad for Barbarians clash

Wales head coach Sean Lynn has named a 33-player squad for his team's clash with the Barbarians on Saturday 27 June at Allianz Sta…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
15 Jun 2026, 4:16

'It would mean everything': Packer eyes perfect Saracens exit

Marlie Packer wants Saracens to end Trailfinders Women's party at the Premiership Women's Rugby Final in two weeks' time.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
14 Jun 2026, 11:46
Analysis

Match-winning Jess Breach try sends Saracens to sixth PWR Final

Jess Breach's late try for Saracens set up an all-London clash in the Premiership Women's Rugby Final with Trailfinders Women.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
14 Jun 2026, 10:51

How Meg Jones inspired Trailfinders to semi-final success against Gloucester Hartpury

Meg Jones wryly smiled when asked by TNT Sports' Sarra Elgan who she wanted to play in the Premiership Women's Rugby Final.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
14 Jun 2026, 9:23
Analysis

Trailfinders end Gloucester Hartpury's 'four-peat' ambition with stunning Queensholm win

Trailfinders Women stunned Gloucester Hartpury to take a place in the Premiership Women's Rugby final for the first time.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
14 Jun 2026, 8:31

'You’ve set the precedent': Matatu begin Super Rugby Aupiki season with record crowd

Matatu kicked off the new Super Rugby Aupiki season with a record attendance for a standalone domestic women's rugby fixture on Sa…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
14 Jun 2026, 5:54

Alisha and Jasmine Joyce's club future confirmed after Bristol exits

The Welsh Rugby Union have confirmed that Alisha and Jasmine Joyce will play their club rugby in the Celtic Challenge next season.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
12 Jun 2026, 5:33

Marlie Packer to say StoneX goodbye in knockout PWR clash

Marlie Packer will be hoping to a winning conclusion to her time at StoneX Stadium this Sunday.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
12 Jun 2026, 5:01

Gloucester Hartpury make six changes for 'Queensholm' semi-final with Trailfinders

Gloucester Hartpury will be hoping to ditch their recent form ahead of this weekend's Premiership Women's Rugby semi-final clash w…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
12 Jun 2026, 4:26

Orr returns to Scotland as Edinburgh confirm seven signings

Emma Orr headlines a group of seven Scotland internationals that have signed for Edinburgh Rugby ahead of next season.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
12 Jun 2026, 3:22

'I don't even know what to say': Wafer doubles up on top Six Nations prize

Aoife Wafer was speechless upon learning she had been voted the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations Player of the Championship for a…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
10 Jun 2026, 15:14

Canada international scoops Player of the Season gong at Rugby Awards

Saracens scrum-half Olivia Apps has been named Premiership Women's Rugby Player of the Season.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
10 Jun 2026, 14:47

'This is a new chapter': Marlie Packer's club future has been confirmed

Two-time Women's Rugby World Cup winner Marlie Packer's club future has been confirmed.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
10 Jun 2026, 5:08
Opinion

PWR Round 18 talking points: The big Gloucester Hartpury and Saracens contrast

Now only four Premiership Women's Rugby teams remain. After 18 rounds Gloucester Hartpury, Saracens, Exeter Chiefs and Trailfinder…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
08 Jun 2026, 9:21

Scotland will return to Murrayfield for the 2027 Women's Six Nations

It has been confirmed that Scotland Women will return to Scottish Gas Murrayfield at the 2027 Guinness Women's Six Nations.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
08 Jun 2026, 8:40

'I will miss being around the club': Packer to exit Saracens after nine years

Two-time Women's Rugby World Cup winner Marlie Packer will end her nine-year stay with Saracens at the conclusion of this season.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
08 Jun 2026, 8:00

Two World Cup winners included in RPA Women's U23 Team of the Season

Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 winners Maddie Feaunati and Morwenna Talling have been named in the Rugby Players' Association's Unde…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
08 Jun 2026, 4:48
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