Oceania Rugby is thrilled to announce the commencement of the highly anticipated 2024 Oceania Rugby Women’s Championships, scheduled to take place from May 24 to June 2 at the prestigious Sunnybank Rugby Union Club in Brisbane. 

“The 2024 Oceania Rugby Women’s Championships marks a pivotal moment for women’s rugby in our region. This tournament not only showcases the immense talent and dedication of our athletes but also underscores our commitment to raising the standard of women’s rugby across Oceania.

The success of the Manusina last year highlighted the amazing potential for the women’s game to grow in the coming years and as we pave the way for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 in England,” stated Frank Puletua, Oceania Rugby General Manager.

“This event isn’t just about rugby, it’s about the spirit of competition, camaraderie, and the shared passion that unites families, players, and volunteers. Whether you’re a die-hard supporter or a casual observer, the games promise to deliver an experience like no other, and Sunnybank Rugby is delighted to be a part of the occasion,” added John Miller, Chairman, of Sunnybank Rugby Union Club.

“The impact it will have on the people, let alone females across the country, will be huge. Rugby Union is still the number one (1) game in the Country. The game has given so many people, and families opportunities for a better life. And that is our goal for Women’s Rugby in Tonga. Is to help create a pathway for our women to get opportunities for a better life just like their male counterparts,” said Tonga Assistant Coach Eddie Aholelei, underlining the broader significance of the tournament.

The championship serves as the pinnacle of women’s rugby in the Oceania region and holds significant stakes as the direct qualifier for the 2025 World Rugby Cup in England. The team emerging victorious from this prestigious tournament will secure their spot on the world stage, representing Oceania with pride and honor. In addition, the winner of the 2024 Oceania Rugby Women’s Championship will also secure one of the two (2) spots available for Oceania in the WXV 3 Division, solidifying their position as a powerhouse of the region. Meanwhile, the runner-up of the Championship will claim the second spot for Oceania in the WXV 3 Division.

They will then have the opportunity to compete for a place in the 2025 Rugby World Cup by contending with the top (5) spots available from the 2024 WXV 2 – 3 Competition for qualification, showcasing the fierce competition and high stakes involved in this year’s competition. 

“Our focus and determination are for our Manusina to qualify for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 and to qualify for the WXV competition. These are fantastic opportunities to provide our players and coaches high-performance experience and game-time leading up to London,” expressed Lakapi Samoa CEO, Vincent Fepuleai.