Rugby Union

Ipswich world-class quality showcased in elite feats

WORLD tennis number one Archie Graham accepted his second City of Ipswich Senior Sportsperson of the Year award with trademark humility. The clearly surprised winner was grateful to have maintained his international reputation having first won the...

David Lems

13 Nov 2024

Sport

Ipswich Super Schools Cup expands rugby nursery

QUEENSLAND Rugby Union (QRU) regional manager Joel Finnis had every reason to be excited about the future of the Ipswich Super Schools Cup competition. After a successful inaugural series at Woodend last year, the latest program was played over...

David Lems

06 Nov 2024

Sport

Ipswich schools help grow grassroots rugby

RUGBY has strong traditions in the region through the Ipswich Rangers club and powerhouse schools like Ipswich Grammar and St Edmund’s College. However, growing and expanding the game at grassroots level is a major goal of the Queensland Rugby Union (QRU).

David Lems

15 Nov 2023

Sport

Strong Ipswich family bond in elite successes

WHEN you are one of Ipswich’s most talented sporting families with high level goals, ongoing support is everything. That’s the case for focused siblings Ella and Ethan Ramsay, who are setting exceptional standards backed by their dad Heath...

David Lems

03 May 2023

Sport

Junior boost provides motivation for Rangers seniors

A SURGE in junior teams has provided a welcome platform for more Ipswich Rangers success. The tradition-rich Ipswich rugby club just needs to secure enough players for two senior sides this season. Loyal Rangers committee member, senior coordinator...

David Lems

01 Feb 2023