Ada Milby: World Rugby Council’s first woman member

Join David Pembroke as he explores how rugby is transforming in the Philippines and across Asia through the inspiring story of Ada Milby. From figure skating and high school football to leading Philippine rugby and breaking barriers on the World Rugby Council, Ada shares her journey of resilience, innovation, and passion. Discover how the sport is overcoming challenges post-COVID, empowering communities, and redefining what's possible for women's rugby and emerging unions. This episode reveals how fans and supporters can play a vital role in shaping the future of rugby worldwide.●     Ada Milby’s journey from figure skating to rugby leadership●     The rise of women's rugby in the Philippines●     Rugby as a tool for social change and development●     Challenges and opportunities for Asian unions●     The debate over fast decision-making in rugby governance●     Player stories like Lito Ramirez and Sylvia Tudoc●     Broader themes of inclusion, fan engagement, and structural reformPLUS: how grassroots stories are redefining rugby’s global future, and the urgent call for more agile leadership in the sport.👉 Want more from Rugby Unity? Subscribe to our Substack for exclusive content, blogs, behind-the-scenes insights, and full podcast access — all in one place: Rugby Unity | Substack📧 Get in touch: [email protected] to Eleven labs for providing a grant to Rugby Unity so that we can use their world leading software.TikTok | Instagram | YouTube  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.