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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.

Interview

Zack Test: The USA head coach that 'grew up' on the World Series

When Zack Test was appointed head coach of the USA Men’s Sevens team it felt like a full circle moment.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
21 Nov 2025, 8:46

Kirshe captain as Eagles set sail for Dubai and Cape Town

Kristie Kirshe has been named captain of the USA Women’s Eagles Sevens captain ahead of the new HSBC SVNS season.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
21 Nov 2025, 4:35

Blitzboks look to experience for Dubai season opener

Philip Snyman has named an experienced Blitzboks squad for the HSBC SVNS season opener in Dubai next week.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
21 Nov 2025, 2:32
Interview

How Maisy Allen is looking to 'make an impact' for resurgent Exeter

Last season could only be categorised as frustrating for Maisy Allen.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
20 Nov 2025, 7:23

Walsh's Australia in 'healthy position' ahead of new SVNS season

Australia Women’s Sevens coach Tim Walsh is enjoying selection headaches ahead of the new HSBC SVNS World Series season.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
19 Nov 2025, 7:46

Hong Kong eye Kai Tak return after National Games gold medal

Hong Kong's Liam Herbert promised a return to Kai Tak Stadium after winning gold at the 15th National Games of the People’s Repu…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
19 Nov 2025, 6:22

Kratz back as Canada name squad for RAN 7s in Trinidad and Tobago

Lockie Kratz will make his return for Canada at the Rugby Americas North 7s this weekend after almost two years off the field.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
19 Nov 2025, 4:21

'Mission accomplished' for Springboks at Rugby Africa Women’s Sevens

It was ‘mission accomplished’ for the Springbok Women’s Sevens as they dominated the Rugby Africa Women’s Sevens Cup in Ke…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
19 Nov 2025, 2:50

Bristol Bears confirm signing of ‘genuinely world class’ Ruahei Demant

Bristol Bears have confirmed the signing of former World Rugby Women’s 15s player of the Year, Ruahei Demant.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
17 Nov 2025, 10:01
Opinion

Three talking points from Round 4 of the 2025/26 PWR season

We are already a month into the 2025/26 Premiership Women’s Rugby season.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
17 Nov 2025, 8:18

New Zealand Rugby Board add three-time World Cup winner to World Rugby Council

The New Zealand Rugby Board have confirmed that Professor Dame Farah Palmer will be its third representative on the World Rugby Co…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
17 Nov 2025, 5:24

Liv Apps: 'It’s good timing for me to experience something new'

To say Liv Apps is savouring the opportunity to test herself this year is a gentle way of phrasing things.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
14 Nov 2025, 9:58

Shilton van Wyk aiming for difference making year with Blitzboks

Blitzboks flyer Shilton van Wyk hopes to enjoy a landmark year in HSBC SVNS competition.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
14 Nov 2025, 6:06

Nadine Roos underlines need for Springbok success at Rugby Africa Women’s Sevens

Nadine Roos has not underplayed the need for success ahead of the Springbok Women's Sevens’ Rugby Africa Women’s Sevens Cup ca…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
14 Nov 2025, 4:18
Interview

Kristin Bitter: 'I kind of had this whole new identity as a rugby player'

Life happens. That is the phrase that bounces around the head of Kristin Bitter when she thinks about her rugby journey.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
13 Nov 2025, 12:12

Trailfinders aim to be 'unstoppable' after 'clunky' start

Barney Maddison revealed a stripped back approach helped Trailfinders Women to log their first win of the new Premiership Women’…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
13 Nov 2025, 7:40

Uganda welcome back pioneering Lekuru for Rugby Africa Women’s Sevens

Trailblazing Uganda international Peace Lekuru has returned to the Lady Cranes set-up for the Rugby Africa Women’s Sevens.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
12 Nov 2025, 8:39

Afrika backs Roos to drive Springbok Women’s at Rugby Africa Sevens

Stand-in Springbok Women’s Sevens head coach Cecil Afrika believes Nadine Roos’ captaincy can help drive the team to Rugby Afr…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
12 Nov 2025, 7:12

Scurfield returns as Canada announce men’s and women’s sevens camps

Krissy Scurfield is the headline returnee as Rugby Canada announced training camp squads ahead of the 2025/26 sevens season.

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
12 Nov 2025, 2:54

Roos back for Springbok Women ahead of Rugby Africa Women's Sevens

After she starred for the Springboks at the Women’s Rugby World Cup Nadine Roos is preparing to compete at the Rugby Africa Wome…

Joe Harvey
Joe Harvey
11 Nov 2025, 1:00