• Shop
  • Basket
  • Checkout
  • 0Shopping Cart
Yalla Rugby
  • Gulf Rugby
    • UAE Rugby
    • Rugby Clubs
    • Rugby Academies
    • Rugby Referees
    • Mens Rugby
    • Womens Rugby
    • Junior Rugby
    • FAQs
  • Dubai 7s
  • Competitions
    • West Asia Premiership
    • UAE Premiership
    • UAE Division 1
    • The Rugby Championship
  • Fixtures & Results
  • Latest News
  • Podcast/TV
  • Rugby Shop
  • Search
  • Menu Menu
Alex Johnson

About Alex Johnson

This author has not written his bio yet.
But we are proud to say that Alex Johnson contributed 227 entries already.

Entries by Alex Johnson

Podcast

Podcast – Ep.09 With Mike Cunningham

In episode #9, we talk to Chairman of Bahrain Rugby Club – Mike Cunningham.

22/03/23/by Alex Johnson
News

Rugby Finals Round Up – 2022/23

View the winners and runners up from this year’s UAE Rugby Finals, held in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi.

18/03/23/by Alex Johnson
Podcast

Podcast – Ep.08 With David Gairn

We interview David Gairn – Hooker for the Exiles Rugby Club in Dubai. Dave drops by to chat about his thoughts on the game in the UAE

16/03/23/by Alex Johnson
Podcast

Podcast – Ep.07 With Matt Rubin

Matt Rubin drops by to chat about life in the United Arab Emirates as well as dropping a few hints as to what’s on the horizon for Barrelhouse

08/03/23/by Alex Johnson
Podcast

Podcast – Ep.06 With Charlie Taylor

In this episode, Big Nev uncovers how on earth the Sharks managed to bag former England captain – Dylan Hartley as their Director of Rugby.

28/02/23/by Alex Johnson
Podcast

Podcast – Ep.05 With Ross Samson

We interview Ross Samson and to find out why he turned his back on his professional rugby career to move to Dubai.

22/02/23/by Alex Johnson
Podcast

Podcast – Ep.04 With Aaron Persico

In our 4th episode of the Yalla Rugby Podcast, we chat with the head of rugby at Abu Dhabi Small Blacks, Aaron Persico.

16/02/23/by Alex Johnson
News

Asia Rugby Grand League 2024 – What We Know and What We Hope For

A recent article from Rugby Asia 24/7 After a period of teaser social media posts and videos to garner media attention for the first pan-Asian professional rugby union club competition – the Asia Rugby Grand League (ARGL) – the first semi-concrete details for the inaugural tournament were confirmed, with the tournament set to be played […]

12/02/23/by Alex Johnson
Podcast

Podcast – Ep.03 With Helen Amos

In this episode, we chat with the head of Women’s rugby, Helen Amos, as we discuss the Sevens Series rugby here in the Middle East.

08/02/23/by Alex Johnson
Podcast

Podcast – Ep.02 With Eugene Deegan

Just landed… Eugene Deegan Joins us On The Yalla Rugby Podcast If you haven’t already heard, we’ve teamed up with #rugbySMACKS to deliver you exquisite Gulf Rugby chat with our new podcast available on Apple and Spotify plus many more channels. In this episode, we chat with the head of UAE referees, Eugene Deegan, as […]

02/02/23/by Alex Johnson
Podcast

Podcast – Ep.01 With Apollo Perelini

If you haven’t already heard, we’ve teamed up with #rugbySMACKS to deliver you exquisite Gulf Rugby chat with our new podcast available on Apple and Spotify plus many more channels.

27/01/23/by Alex Johnson
News

Incoming RAK Rugby Chairman to Drive Community Focussed Initiatives

RAK Rugby have recently announced the election of David Learman as their new Chairman.

20/09/22/by Alex Johnson
News

Dubai Hurricanes Withdraw From 2022 Premiership Rugby

It’s been revealed that the Dubai Hurricanes have withdrawn from Premiership rugby.

16/09/22/by Alex Johnson
News

A List of Rugby Clubs In Dubai – By Location

We know first hand about finding a rugby club in Dubai. We share some tips for new expats looking for a club to play for in the UAE.

15/09/22/by Alex Johnson
News

Rocky Truter Gets England Call Up From Eddie Jones

Rocky Truter, Head Coach of the Dubai Hurricanes, has been invited by England boss Eddie Jones, to join him at their training camp in the UK.

23/05/22/by Alex Johnson
News

Trio of Ex Dubai Hurricanes Coaches Now Swimming With The Sharks

A trio of former Hurricanes 1st XV coaches have reunited together for new roles at the Dubai Sharks rugby club for the 2022/23 season.

11/05/22/by Alex Johnson
News

Former England Captain Hartley Unveiled As Director of Rugby At Dubai Sharks

Dylan Hartley, the former grand slam winner and captain of England, has been announced as Director if Rugby for the Dubai Sharks.

10/05/22/3 Comments/by Alex Johnson
News

Nick Young Memorial Rugby Match 2022

RAK Rugby and Dubai Knight Eagles match up in memory of a departed colleague and friend Nick Young

05/03/22/by Alex Johnson
News

Exiles Celebrate Return To Sevens Glory On Golden Jubilee Weekend

Captain Justin Walsh says the club who first created the tournament wanted to make a statement with victory in Men’s Gulf League final.

04/12/21/by Alex Johnson
News

Ives Lands New Coaching Role With Hurricanes RFC

The Dubai Hurricanes have announced that Josh Ives will be joining the Premiership club from the start of the 2021-22 season.

13/06/21/by Alex Johnson
Page 1 of 12123›»

Other Rugby News

  • UAE Rugby Finals 2022/23Rugby Finals Round Up – 2022/2318/03/23 - 3:35 pm
  • Asia Rugby Unions meet to discuss Asia Rugby Grand LeagueAsia Rugby Grand League 2024 – What We Know and What We Hope For12/02/23 - 12:49 pm
  • David Learman - RAK Rugby ChairmanIncoming RAK Rugby Chairman to Drive Community Focussed Initiatives20/09/22 - 5:45 pm
  • Dubai Hurricanes withdraw from Premiership rugbyDubai Hurricanes Withdraw From 2022 Premiership Rugby16/09/22 - 2:01 pm
  • Expat Rugby Clubs In Dubai - Where To Find ThemA List of Rugby Clubs In Dubai – By Location15/09/22 - 4:19 pm

Get Into Rugby

  • Mini & Junior
  • Senior Mens
  • Senior Womens
  • Referees
  • Dubai Rugby Sevens
  • Find A Rugby Club
  • Kids Rugby Academies

Latest Podcasts

  • Mike Cunningham - Chairman of the Bahrain RFCPodcast – Ep.09 With Mike Cunningham22/03/23 - 1:47 pm
  • David Gairn - Dubai Exiles Rugby Player Podcast InterviewPodcast – Ep.08 With David Gairn16/03/23 - 11:50 am
  • Matt Rubin - Podcast Interview with Yalla RugbyPodcast – Ep.07 With Matt Rubin08/03/23 - 2:44 pm
  • Charlie Taylor - Dubai Sharks PodcastPodcast – Ep.06 With Charlie Taylor28/02/23 - 4:09 pm
  • Ross Samson - Jebel Ali Dragons CoachPodcast – Ep.05 With Ross Samson22/02/23 - 7:28 pm

HOME | GULF RUGBY | RUGBY 7’s | NEWS | FIXTURES & RESULTS | MEDIA | SHOP

Yalla Rugby – The Home of Gulf Rugby

Online and frequently at Rugby Park – Dubai Sports City – Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Terms & Conditions of use.

Scroll to top