NZ Rugby

Rugby Xplorer

What is Rugby Xplorer?

Created especially for rugby, Rugby Xplorer (RX) is a registration and competition management platform. This digital platform improves the member experience with user friendly and rugby specific functions throughout the season. It’s quick, simple and seamless.

From 2025, RX will be the new registration and competition management system for rugby in New Zealand.

 

Why Rugby Xplorer?

We want to future proof all parts of the rugby delivery system and provide a high-quality user experience for our participants. We can do this by delivering a system that is built specifically for rugby that also supports how our communities connect with rugby.

NZR conducted a full review in 2023 and concluded RX was the best option.

RX has proven experience and a successful track record in implementation across Australia, the Pacific and the USA.

 

Updated Implementation and Timeframes

The Rugby Xplorer platform successfully went live on 1 October 2024. This opened the ability for all rugby participants to create their Rugby Xplorer profiles, register to events like Sevens.

For Club and School Administrators, they are now able to get access to the system and begin to get ready for the 2025 season. Reach out to your Provincial Union contact if you need support.

Since the launch, significant progress has been made in ensuring a smooth transition from the previous system.

Training sessions have been ongoing throughout provincial unions, clubs and schools, providing hands-on support to users. This training is designed to ensure that all participants, from administrators to coaches, are fully equipped to navigate the new system efficiently. These training sessions will continue through to the new year.

Registrations will officially open from 1 February 2025.

 

Create your Rugby Xplorer Profile Today!

Create your profile and be ready for when registrations to your club and school open in the new year. Watch this 2min tutorial on creating your profile.

https://youtu.be/jcjP-8UVvZY?feature=shared

 

How to access Rugby Xplorer 

To access RX, open the link below.

https://myaccount.rugbyxplorer.com.au/

 

RX Website for Clubs and Schools

A webinar was held for clubs and schools to showcase the free website functions of RX.

This video covers how club/school admins can navigate to their CMS (content management system) to update their existing RX website which has been created automatically, see the competitions draws, upload images and videos.

Watch now

FAQs

  • Should I continue to talk to Sportsground?

    Yes, you can continue to talk to Sportsground, there may be important services or features like web services you may continue to subscribe to.

  • When will we start using it?

    Keep using Sporty for the 2024 season. From Oct 2024 registrations will open where you will begin using Rugby Xplorer.

  • What will the training and support look like?
    • A training plan will be shared over the coming months. There will be a mix of face-to-face (in the form of road shows) and online training.
    • Step-by-step instructions, tutorials, screenshots, documentation and comprehensive user guides that explain how to navigate and use the new system will be available. These could be a mix of the Rugby AU material that is already available as well as unique material to NZR customisations (where applicable).
    • FAQs to address common queries and concerns and to ensure clarity on any uncertainties that require concise answers.

  • Who can I talk to if I have any questions?
    • Official communication channels through which updates and announcements will be shared.
    • We will establish a clear feedback mechanism for users, clubs, schools to report issues, provide suggestions, or seek assistance.
    • We encourage the importance of all feedback in shaping ongoing improvements.
    • Submit any questions you have to systemssupport@nzrugby.co.nz

  • Will Rugby Xplorer support other sports like touch in the summer period?
    • RX has been built specifically to cater to the needs of Rugby.
    • For other sports, you can continue using your current supplier as you do today.

  • Will this cost me more?

    In theory, no. However, we will work with you case by case to see what additional services you are currently paying for and how much you spend, to find the best solution for you.

  • Does Rugby Xplorer let me build a website?

    Yes, RX has the ability for any club, school, association etc to build a website through Rugby Xplorer.

  • What will happen with my historical information?

    Historical information can be transferred from Sporty to Rugby Xplorer.

Rugby Xplorer Australia

Link to Rugby Xplorer Australia

To have a closer look at what Rugby Xplorer looks like for the Australian Rugby Community.

 

Any Questions?

Submit any questions you have using to the email address below.
xplorer@nzrugby.co.nz